Plea for Referees for the 2023 Season
As an association we are very excited about the upcoming 2023 box lacrosse season but this season can't happen if we don't have more referees. We are facing a shortage of referees (specifically adult referees that can ref U15 and up).
- Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a legal and illegal cross-check, or why something that so clearly looks like a slash from the stands, is not called? Now is your chance!
- As you are aware we had a significant drop in our referee numbers last season. This makes it extremely difficult to cover every game. We were very fortunate last year that we did not have to cancel games, but we did need to move games due to lack of officials.
- We are looking for anyone 13 and older (including adults). Scheduling is very flexible. You decide how many games in a week. Be part of the solution. We have discovered that our referee retention is much higher if more adults are involved. They have more life experience and have an easier time dealing with stressful situations.
If you are interested in officiating, or have any questions, please contact Sarah at ndlaheadref@gmail.com or Erica at ndlarefereeallocator@gmail.com to get on the list.
Upcoming clinic dates;
| Saturday, March 11, 2023 | Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo | 8:30AM - 12:30PM | Entry | Bld 356 - Room 315 | 20 |
| Saturday, March 11, 2023 | Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo | 1:00PM - 5:00PM | Level 1 | Bld 356 - Room 315 | 20 |
| Saturday, March 11, 2023 | Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo | 9:00AM - 3:00PM | Level 2 | Bld 356 - Room 313 | 25 |
| Sunday, March 19, 2023 | Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo | 8:30AM - 12:30PM | Entry | Bld 356 - Room 315 | 20 |
| Sunday, March 19, 2023 | Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo | 1:00PM - 5:00PM | Level 1 | Bld 356 - Room 315 | 20 |
| Sunday, March 19, 2023 | Vancouver Island University | Nanaimo | 9:00AM - 3:00PM | Level 2 | Bld 356 - Room 313 | 25 |
For more information - https://www.bclacrosse.com/clinics_officials_box.php
