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Lacrosse Club Management Guide 2025

Complete guide to managing lacrosse clubs. Learn about USA Lacrosse, player safety, equipment, and best practices for lacrosse programs.

Coach Ryan Murphy
Lacrosse Director
2025-03-13
11 min read

Managing a lacrosse club requires understanding USA Lacrosse regulations, player safety, and best practices. This guide covers everything you need for successful lacrosse programs.

Lacrosse Governing Bodies

  • USA Lacrosse - National governing body
  • World Lacrosse - International federation
  • State Associations - Regional governance
  • Club Membership - Annual registration
  • Insurance - USA Lacrosse insurance
  • Background Checks - Required for coaches
  • SafeSport Training - Mandatory training

Age Divisions

  • U8 - Introduction to lacrosse
  • U10 - Fundamentals development
  • U12 - Skill development
  • U14 - Competitive lacrosse
  • U16 - Advanced competition
  • U19 - High school level
  • Men's and Women's - Different rules

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Equipment Requirements

  • Helmet - NOCSAE certified (required)
  • Gloves - Protective gloves
  • Shoulder Pads - Upper body protection
  • Arm Pads - Elbow and forearm protection
  • Stick - Age-appropriate stick
  • Mouthguard - Required for all players
  • Cleats - Lacrosse or soccer cleats
  • Goalie Equipment - Specialized gear

Player Safety

  • Concussion Protocol - Recognize and remove
  • Equipment Checks - Properly fitted equipment
  • Heat Safety - Hydration and breaks
  • Contact Rules - Age-appropriate contact
  • Stick Checks - Legal stick specifications
  • First Aid - Qualified first aiders
  • Emergency Action Plan - Written procedures

Coaching Requirements

  • USA Lacrosse Membership - Required
  • Background Check - Criminal record check
  • SafeSport Training - Mandatory training
  • Coaching Education - USA Lacrosse courses
  • First Aid/CPR - Recommended
  • Concussion Training - Required

Tournament Management

  • Tournament Selection - Choose appropriate events
  • Registration - Early registration
  • Travel Planning - Hotels and transportation
  • Roster Management - Player eligibility
  • Equipment - Ensure all equipment ready
  • Parent Communication - Keep parents informed

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Related Resources

Learn more about related topics:

  • [Membership Management Best Practices](/blog/membership-management-best-practices)
  • [Coaching Best Practices](/blog/coaching-best-practices)
  • [Player Development Tracking Guide](/blog/player-development-tracking-guide)

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