Returning Level 1 officials will attend clinics specifically for them. Level 1 officials do not attend Level 2 clinics. All returning officials must complete this checklist to be eligible to officiate games. Officials that do not attend the appropriate clinics will not be assigned to games.
1. Join or renew your membership in US Lacrosse.
2. Renew your membership in Northern California Lacrosse Referees Association by paying your dues. Send a check to the address below, or use Paypal. You will not be assigned games until you have paid your dues.
3. Attend the classroom training session for your Level.
4. Avoid injury and loss of work by conditioning and getting ready for the season.
5. Attend an on-field evaluation clinic for your Level. Contact David Bagdan for information regarding your level. The game schedule will be available on the Arbiter by February 15.
6. After completing classroom and field clinics, Level 1, 2 and 3 officials must take the appropriate test for their level. Only current US Lacrosse members will be able to access the test. Information about the test will be distributed after the classroom and field clinics, but feel free to take it at any time. You must pass the test with a score of 80% or better.
All game assignments are made online at www.arbitersports.com. Provided your performance is where it should be, and your availability and contact info is accurate, you'll have plenty of assignments.
8. Update your uniform. The basic uniform will be discussed at the clinic and is available at referee uniform supply stores. You WILL need a timer.
Northern California
Lacrosse Referees Association
There are requirements and guidelines to help you move up the ladder and be eligible for officiating more complex and higher paying games.
Level 2 and Level 3 Referee Requirements:
1. Participate in Level 2 and Level 3 clinics and receive evaluations meeting or exceeding expectations.
2. Pass written rules and mechanics tests for Level 2 and 3.
3. Be a member in good standing of US Lacrosse and Northern California Lacrosse Officials Association.
4. Be able to access the Internet on a regular basis, maintain a current, active and unique email address and availability for games via the Arbiter (arbitersports.com) game assignment system, and also maintain a reliable phone number.
5. Receive a recommendation from your assigned Mentor and Chief Assignor.
Guidelines
> Be Punctual.
> Develop a positive and respectful reputation with coaches, players, parents and fellow officials.
> Know and apply a thorough understanding of the rules. Practice the principles of conflict resolution. Ensure the safety of all participants.
> Learn to communicate and be an example of the game's historic values of respect and honor while on the field.
> Exhibit good judgment, a sense of humor, and encourage fair play.
> Know when to let them play the game.
Please reference Professionalism Guidelines on page 5 of the US Lacrosse MDOC Officials Training Manual 2008/2009 (copyright)
HOW TO BECOME A Level 2 or Level 3 MEN'S LACROSSE OFFICIAL
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