TURF ASTM F1936


This standard, developed initially for football, provides recommended specifications for shock absorption of turf playing systems.


COACHES US LACROSSE


The national governing body offers a three- tiered certification system that can be completed in 3-5 years.


OFFICIALS US LACROSSE


US Lacrosse D? SPORT SCIENCE BALL NOCSAE 049-15M16


NOCSAE measures how much pressure it takes to compress the ball to 25 percent of its diameter, recently limiting that range to 115-150 pounds.


EYEWEAR ASTM F3077


Studies showed a drastic reduction in ocular injuries after US Lacrosse and the NCAA mandated protective eyewear in 2014.


STICK


Specifications have been under review in recent years to ensure competitive balance, but no safety standards exist.


HEADGEAR * ASTM F3137


US Lacrosse led the development of this standard for optional head protection. Products must keep non-opting players safe by deforming upon contact, but must also meet stick and ball impact requirements.


MOUTHPIECE NO STANDARD


Care and use standard ASTM F697 applies.


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SHIN GUARD ** NOCSAE 091-03M14


Lacrosse goalies’ shin guards (mandatory at high school and below) must meet this soccer standard.


HELMET ** NOCSAE 042-04M14


GLOVES ** NO STANDARD


THROAT PROTECTOR ** NO STANDARD


CHEST PROTECTOR ** NOCSAE 200-16


requires its officials to undergo training and education as part of an annual recertification


process. Not all local officials organizations require US Lacrosse certification.


FOOTWEAR NO STANDARD


ASTM standards cover impact attenuation for athletic shoe cushioning and traction of sports surface interface, but do not address these for specific sports.


RULES US LACROSSE, NFHS AND NCAA


Aligning with the Lacrosse Athlete Development Model, new rules assure a more developmentally appropriate


experience at the youth level.


GIRLS


OTHER


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