Girls Rules
FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PLAYERS, OFFICIALS AND SPECTATORS, PLEASE MAKE CERTAIN THAT THERE IS A 5 YARD CUSHION ALONG BOTH SIDELINES (COACHES ARE SUBJECT TO A YELLOW CARD IF THEY FAIL TO MAINTAIN THE CUSHION).
Due to the high temperatures expected this weekend, we have made a few changes to how we will run the games.

  • We are going to change all games to be played in 10-minute running clock quarters (not 20-minute halves) to allow 3 total breaks from the game (not just ha lftime).

  • We will allow for one 1-minute water break per quarter (clock will not stop) to give an additional 4 chances to allow players to cool off. These breaks will be at the coach and official's discretion and in addition to time outs.
  • Game rules will follow NFSHA applications for the age group of play in each game, with exceptions as noted in this document.
    1. Games will be played under “A” modified checking rules for U14 and 7/8 Grade Division. No checking permitted in the “sphere.”
    2. Games will be played under “B” modified checking rules for U12 and 5/6 Grade Division. No checking permitted.
    3. The defender must have both hands on the stick in addition to being in good defensive position.
    4. Goalie must wear chest protector, thigh and leg protection including shin guards, mouth guard, abdominal and pelvic protection, goalie gloves and a separate throat protector. Uniform shirt must be over chest protector.
    5. If a goal is scored and there is a 4 or more goal lead by one team, a free possession will take place at the center by the team with fewer goals.
    6. All substitutions must come on and off the field through designated area.
    7. Each game will consist of two 20-minute running clock halves with a 5-minute halftime.
    8. No overtime.
    9. No times outs are allowed (excluding time called for injury).
    10. Each field must be cleared as soon as possible at the end of each game as there is only a five minute period between the end of each contest and the start of the subsequent one. Players and coaches must remove debris from their benches.
    11. Teams will shake hands after the game but not line up together before the game.
    12. Event organizers retain the right to make any changes for the betterment of Lax Jam.
    ADDITIONAL RULES FOR U12 and 5/6 GRADE.
    The rules for the U12 and 5/6 Grade Division are the same, with the following exceptions:
    • 3 pass rule (prevents one player from running down the middle the whole game). No “shovel” passes.
    • 4 goal limit per player (prevents that same one player from scoring all the goals).
    • Goalie clear after goal-due to running clock.
    • Draw at beginning of game and after halftime.
    • 5 goal lead-other team gets possession at mid field to help with clear.
    ADDITIONAL RULES FOR U10 and 3/4 GRADE.
    The rules for the U10 and 3/4 Grade Division are the same, with the following exceptions:
    • No checking.
    • No “shovel” passes.
    • 6 v 6 with 1 player staying in the defensive or offensives halves at all times. No Goalie.
    • 2 completed passes before shooting on goal.
    • Draw at beginning of game and after halftime.
    • Clear from crease after scored goals.
    • 3 second rule for closely guarded players not moving. Results in change of possession.
    • Official will designate player to go into the crease to retrieve the ball if no goal is scored on a shot and designated player must run the ball out.
    • Only one player from each team is allowed to go after a ground ball. A third player in results in a whistle, and alternating possession.
    • There is no kicking the ball at this level.
    GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP IS EXPECTED AMONG PLAYERS, COACHES, OFFICIALS AND SPECTATORS.
    PLEASE RESPECT YOUR COACHES, YOUR OPPONENTS, THEIR COACHES, AND THE OFFICIALS. HONOR THE SPIRIT OF THE GAME.
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