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Colorado Youth Lacrosse Association (CYLA)
2009 Update
CYLA ANNUAL RULES UPDATE-2009 Youth Boys
All games will be officiated according to the National Federation of State High School Associations 2008 Rules for Boys as amended and could include additional exceptions. The Rules by Division are as follows:
2009 Boys Lacrosse Rules 2nd & 3rd Grades
- Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
- Players are substituted every 3-4 minutes during the games in order to foster equal playing time for all players; substitutions should be made during loose ball or out-of-bounds situations, i.e., not during possessions.
- Goalies change at quarters, if desired-encouraged to change at half-time.
- No body contact-incidental contact only during man/ball situations.
- Personal foul penalties are enforced by substitution of the player.
- Technical fouls require the offending player to start 5 yards behind the opponent who is awarded the ball.
- Stick length is 37-42” (measured from top of head to end of shaft); goalie cross is 37-72”.
- One attempted pass is required in the offensive end before shooting; a completed clearing pass into the offensive zone from the defensive zone satisfies this rule..
- One coach from each team is allowed on the field but cannot impede play
- Offensive players to keep ball in the “box” during last two minutes of play
- Team time-out, injury time-out, & penalty whistles stop game clock including penalty time clock (Official should review with Time Keeper before game)
- Scores for games shall be kept at the Club level
2009 Boys Lacrosse Rules 4th Grade
- Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
- Recommend changing goalie at half-time
- One step contact is allowed.
- No take out checks allowed;applies to any player offensive or defensive with or without the ball
- Penalties are enforced with man down.
- Stick length is 40-42” (measured from top of head to end of shaft); goalie cross is 40-72”.
- Substitutions are “on the fly” or during a dead ball whistle; shots out on end line considered live-ball.
- Offensive players to keep ball in the “box” during last two minutes of play
- Team time-out, injury time-out, & penalty whistles stop game clock including penalty time clock (Official should review with Time Keeper before game)
2009 Boys Lacrosse Rules 5th Grade
- Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
- One-step contact is allowed.
- No take out checks allowed; applies to any player offensive or defensive with or without the ball
- Penalties are enforced with man down.
- Stick length as follows: short crosse: 40-42”, long crosse is 52-60” and goalie crosse is 40-72”.
- Goalies substituted as needed.
- Substitutions are “on the fly” or during a dead ball whistle; shots out on end line considered live-ball.
- Offensive players to keep ball in the “box” during last two minutes of play
- Team time-out, injury time-out, & penalty whistles stop game clock including penalty time clock (Official should review with Time Keeper before game)
2009 Boys Lacrosse Rules 6th - 8th Grades
- Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
- Full body checking allowed within 5 yards of the man/ball.
- No take out checks allowed; applies to any player offensive or defensive with or without the ball
- Penalties are enforced with man down.
- Goalie is substituted as needed.
- Stick length is as follows: short crosse: 40-42”, long crosse 52-72” and goalie crosse: 40-72”.
- Substitutions are “on the fly” or during a dead ball whistle; shots out on the end line considered live-ball.
- Offensive players to keep ball in the “box” during last two minutes of play
- Team time-out, injury time-out, & penalty whistles stop game clock including penalty time clock (Official should review with Time Keeper before game)
GENERAL CYLA LEAGUE RULES:
- Game and field conduct is the responsibility of both head coaches.
- Keep all parents on the opposite side of player area.
- Official rosters should be available for both home and visiting team for official review.
- Code of Conduct shall be adhered to and enforced fully by the RMLOA.
- Sportsmanship is paramount during all CYLA play.
- ALL unsportsmanlike occurrences need to be reported by the referees in their game report to the Rules & Reg Committee within 48 hours of occurring with a cc to the administrator of the offending team and/or player
- Referees should be two grade levels above the grade level of the game they are officiating.
- Referees will use an ID system to identify junior and senior referee status.
LEAGUE OPERATIONAL RULES & REGULATIONS - 2008
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Article 1.0.0 Policy
Article 1.1.0 General
Article 1.2.0 Eligibility
Article 1.3.0 Equipment
Article 1.4.0 Practice Policy
Article 1.5.0 Games
Article 1.6.0 Amendments to National Federation of State High School Associations rules
Article 1.7.0 Conduct
Article 1.8.0 Protests
Article 1.9.0 Reserved for future use
Article 1.10.0 Conduct Penalties
Article 1.11.0 Reserved for future use
Appendix #1 CYLA Game Summary Report
Appendix #2 CYLA Official Team Roster
Appendix #3 CYLA Exchange Roster
Appendix #4 CYLA Annual Rules Update: 2008 Boys
Appendix #5 CYLA Coaches Code of Conduct
1.0.0 POLICY
1.0.1 The purposes for which this corporation is organized are to promote the game of lacrosse and to
provide a safe and fun opportunity for youth players while emphasizing the importance of good
sportsmanship, fitness, teamwork and education of the sport.
1.0.2 All teams must be sponsored by an organization governed by a Board of Directors or other
responsible body. New organizations must apply in writing to the CYLA Board and be approved by a two thirds vote of that body. All applications must be received no later than February 1st of the current year.
Organizations comprising the CYLA must enter all players in all sponsored teams in this league within the
grade and age limits established within these rules. Club colors of new applicants as well as existing clubs'
wishing to change their colors must be approved by the Executive Committee.
1.0.3 The CYLA is a recreational youth lacrosse league. It is encouraged that each player participate in
each game, but playing time may vary.
1.0.4.a Boys’ divisions can be divided into conferences based on the skill level of the players. For example
only, the conferences will be Red for advanced players, White for intermediate players and Blue for
beginning players. Any division may be divided into A and B conferences
1.0.4.b Scheduling will be done using the priorities as determined by the CYLA.
1.0.4.c Any teams may play each other from the same program at will.
1.0.5 The CYLA recommends that team roster have a minimum 13 players and a maximum of 25 players.
1.0.6 No new teams may be added to the league after March 10 of each year. Final rosters are to be turned
in to the league Secretary the Wednesday before the first league game (fax to 303-893-1408). Previously
unregistered new players may be added to rosters up to the second game of the season with the CYLA
Commissioner's approval in advance. All player additions to these rosters will be sent to the league
Secretary by Wednesday of the following week.
1.0.7 All field assignments shall be turned into the league no later than March 1or earlier if deemed
necessary by the scheduling committee (fax to 303-893-1408). All field directions shall be provided by
March 15.
1.0.8 The CYLA recommends that all head coaches be trained by attending a coaching clinic to qualify
them in the rules of the game, the CYLA Rules and Regulations, coaching fundamental techniques, player
safety, care of injuries, and leadership of children and young people. It is also recommended that
videotapes of any clinic(s) be available to all other coaches not able to attend the clinic by each of the
member clubs.
1.0.9 Each club shall obtain insurance for each player on its roster on an annual basis. The League
recommends US Lacrosse membership as a means to cover this insurance requirement, but is not a
requirement for CYLA membership. The CYLA Board recommends that his/her personal physician give all
players a physical examination before participating in lacrosse practice and/or games within three months
of the start of the season. No player shall be allowed to participate in the CYLA if a physician recommends
non-play. It is the responsibility of parents and each respective organization to determine and monitor the
health of individual players on a continuing basis.
1.1.0 GENERAL
1.1.1.a. National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHSA) Rules for Boys shall apply to all
scheduled league games unless amended by these Rules and Regulations. Annually the CYLA will review
these rules and provide exceptions, which meet the needs of the member organizations.
1.1.1.b. Any questions not covered by the Rules and Regulations, official interpretation thereof, or any
conflict not subject to protest shall be decided by the CYLA Executive Committee.
1.1.2 Scheduled league games will be officiated by a recognized Official’s organization.
1.1.3 League play will commence on a date established each year, for all divisions. The number of regular
eason games shall be at least eight, barring natural circumstances
1.2 ELIGIBILITY
1.2.1 The CYLA will be composed of youth teams from its member clubs who compete in different
divisions divided by age or grade as decided annually by the CYLA Board. No player who has played in
high school, i.e., ninth grade or higher, may participate in this league. Eligible players are in the eighth
grade or below during the Spring season.
1.2.2.a. Team rosters shall be supplied by each club for each team in the CYLA in the prescribed format
approved by the league. (see Appendix #2 for official roster format)
1.2.2.b. A CYLA team shall not change its roster for any individual game.
1.2.2.c. After the second game of the season, a program may request a waiver to allow a player to
participate. The CYLA Executive Committee will promptly approve or deny this request.
1.2.3 A player may play with only one member club. To avoid a game cancellation, up to four players may
play on another team temporarily. The addition of temporary player(s) in order to play the scheduled game
requires agreement by the opposing coach or commissioner. The official result of the game shall be a
forfeit by the team adding the temporary player(s).
1.2.4 All youth registered with one organization and a member of that organization's team roster cannot be
transferred to another organization's team during the season without consent of the CYLA Executive
Committee.
1.2.5 A youth registered with one organization may move to another organization in the off-season if
he/she has moved residence or by choice of parent
1.2.6 Coaches will be required to have all roster information at all games.
1.2.7 6th through 8th grade teams may employ try-outs or other selection criteria at the discretion of each
organization; 2nd through 5th grade teams are put together by coaches/administrators.
1.2.8 Players can play up one grade level; teams cannot. Teams with mixed grades follow the 30% rule for
determining its playing level. For example, if a 5th and 6th grade team play together, and 30% or more of the
players are 6th graders, then that team will be considered a 6th grade team for scheduling purposes.
1.3.0 EQUIPMENT
1.3.1.a. All clubs are required to have approved uniform color combinations at the beginning of each
season. These approved colors shall be worn at games unless a conflict arises. Team colors shall be listed
with the CYLA. . It is the home team responsibility to provide an alternate color uniform if a conflict
arises.
1.3.1.b. All players must be completely uniformed. The CYLA recommends all equipment requirements
follow rules as written by the NFHSA 2008 Boys' Lacrosse Rules and as amended by the US Lacrosse
Youth Council and the CYLA Rules and Regulations.
1.3.2 The home team shall be responsible for the following: field location, field equipment including, but
not limited to: goals, clocks, horns (optional), balls, end line markers, lined fields including penalty boxes
and first-aid kits. Field size shall be considered to meet rules, but conditions may dictate special field
regulations.
1.3.3 It is recommended that each team should have its own First Aid Kit at all practices and games.
1.4.0 PRACTICES
1.4.1 The CYLA allows the use of lighted practice sites.
1.4.2 Practices lengths will be determined by the individual organizations.
1.4.3 There shall be no use of tobacco and alcohol products at any CYLA practice site by any Head Coach,
Assistant Coach, or any other club official. The Head Coach is responsible for enforcing this rule. If the
individual is a Head Coach, Assistant Coach, or any club official and refuses to cooperate, he/she will be
warned that continued failure to comply with this rule will result in disciplinary action by the CYLA Board
in accordance with Rule 1.9.2 or with actions as outlined in Rule 1.5.0.
1.5.0 GAMES
1.5.1 Effective 15 Minutes prior to the start of the first game and continuing until the end of the last game
of the day, there shall be no use of tobacco and alcohol products on the field or around the players. Playing
fields will be considered drug and alcohol free zones. The Head Coach is responsible for enforcing this
rule. If the individual is a coach/assistant coach and refuses to cooperate, he will be warned that continued
failure to comply with this rule will result in the forfeiture of the game by his team. If this occurs the coach
is also subject to suspension for one game, if upheld by the CYLA Board. If the individual is not a coach,
and refuses to comply with this rule, he/she will be ejected from the playing field.
1.5.2 Coaches should have a copy of the "official roster with numbers" available by request at all games.
1.5.3 The starting time for games will be that published by the CYLA. Games can be started ahead of
schedule, up to 15 minutes in advance, only upon agreement of both head Coaches or Head Referee . A
coach is under no obligation to start a game ahead of schedule. A game may be delayed in starting based on
unusual circumstances up to 15 minutes, if a subsequent game is scheduled to follow on the same field. The
game may be delayed up to 30 minutes, if no other game is scheduled to follow. Lightning delays as
defined in Section 1.5.4 may result in game(s) being cancelled.
1.5.4 Weather delay: more than 50% of boy’s regulation time must have expired to be considered a
complete game. In the event of lightning, all CYLA games will be governed by Colorado High School
Activities Association rules that require all players shall leave the field and seek shelter in enclosed motor
vehicles or buildings for 30 minutes following the last sighting and each subsequent sighting will start a
new 30 minute delay.
1.5.5 Teams that do not show for a game, within the time limits established 1.5.3will forfeit that game and
will be held responsible for the cost of all officials’ fees associated with that game. Teams/Clubs that wish
to appeal this rule must submit in writing within 24 hours of the scheduled game time the reason for their
appeal. The CYLA Executive Committee will review the reason(s) and make a decision based on this rule
or set it aside for exceptional circumstances.
1.5.6 A maximum of three coaches will be permitted in the designated coaching area. Team statisticians,
recorders, etc., if not members of the three person coaching staff, must remain outside of the designated
coach's area. Coaches, statisticians, recorders, etc. may not verbally coach players from outside of the
coaches’ area except as allowed for 2nd/3rd coaches who are on the field of play.
1.5.7 Spectator areas shall be provided on the opposite side of the field from the team boxes. Only club
administrators, officials, players, coaches and equipment managers of participating teams will be allowed
near the team sidelines. Spectators will not be allowed on the players’ sidelines and end lines during games,
unless field condition prevent this or offer a fenced off or other designated area.
1.5.8 Pylons or cones will be provided by the home team organization.
1.5.9 Coaches must be easily recognizable by appropriate wearing apparel, such as a cap, sweatshirt, or
jacket identifying them with their organization and/or team if possible.
1.5.10 Game officials shall check both teams' players for proper equipment, especially sticks, helmets and
mouthpieces.
1.5.11 No jersey can be changed during the game unless deemed necessary by the officials.
1.5.12 The home team must provide one ball person OR an adequate amount (3) of end-line balls, a game
clock, and a penalty clock.
1.5.13 Team administrator(s) or coaches shall be responsible for recording game scores and records.
1.5.14 Games shall be postponed in case of inclement weather. This decision to postpone games will be
made by each individual home field Organization Administrator. This information will be disseminated by
use of each Organization’s Hot Line. It is the responsibility of the home coach to notify the Referee
Coordinator of game cancellations as far in advance as possible. Postponed games, including a rain out,
will be re-scheduled as necessary. Each game shall be rescheduled so as not to provide an unfair advantage
to either team.
1.6.0 AMENDMENTS to the 2008 National Federation of State High School Associations Rules for Boys
1.6.1 There will be no restrictions as to jersey numbers by player positions.
1.6.2 MCR Rule for all Boys Divisions. An application of a modified competition rule (MCR) will be in
effect when any team gains a five-goal lead. After the score that makes the five (or more) point difference,
the losing team will be given possession of the ball at the mid-field line in lieu of a face-off, if desired by
the coach or team administer. NOTE: this MCR does not eliminate the quarter face-offs for boys which will
occur regardless of point differential.
1.6.3 The CYLA has adopted certain special rules for boy’s youth lacrosse for specific grade levels
recommended by the CYLA Executive Committee and the US Lacrosse Youth Competition rules
(“USLYC”) (see Appendix #3).
1.7.0 CONDUCT
1.7.1 Penalties for violations of this section shall be decided and imposed by the CYLA Executive
Committee. The CYLA Executive Committee may also impose additional penalties, beyond those
specified, if deemed appropriate (i.e. game forfeiture, post season ineligibility, game suspension, year
suspension, etc.).
1.7.2.a. If at any time the Executive Committee finds the conduct of any player or member of the coaching
staff to be detrimental and contrary to the best interest of the CYLA or his/her program, such individual
may be suspended by the CYLA Board by a majority vote, from further participation for whatever period
of time may be deemed reasonable and proper.
1.7.2.b. Each program administrator should investigate any detrimental conduct by any player or member
of the coaching staff of his/her individual teams.
1.7.2.c. All investigations of detrimental conduct, and penalties imposed, handled by the organizational
administrator shall be reported in writing within 72 hours of the incident and sent by fax and/or email to the
CYLA Executive Committee.
1.7.3 Club administrator(s) and coaches shall be responsible for the conduct of all players, members of the
coaching staff and spectators. Improper conduct, in the judgment of the game officials, on the part of the
players, coaches or spectators may result in penalties, expulsion, and suspension and or forfeiture of the
game.
1.7.4 The head coaches shall have the responsibility to assist the game officials in maintaining proper
conduct of players, coaching staff and spectators.
1.7.5.a. Any coach, moving from one club to another, is restricted from taking any players, except their
own children during the current season.
1.7.5.b. No head coach, assistant coach, or any other club official shall recruit or otherwise solicit players
from another lacrosse club. Any coach so accused shall be required to appear before the CYLA Executive
Committee. If said accused is not a head coach, then the head coach will also appear. This meeting will
promptly take place with no unnecessary delays.
1.7.5.c. Any player or member of the coaching staff who is ejected from a game for unsportsmanlike
conduct will be suspended from the following game:
(1) Any player allowed by game officials to return to a game shall not be considered as being
ejected from a game.
(2) A player or member of the coaching staff removed from the game on the final play of the game
shall be considered ejected from the game and will be suspended for the following game.
(3) Game officials shall notify the field commissioner of any ejections. Commissioners shall
notify the CYLA Executive Committee of any ejection, as soon as possible.
(4) Use of an illegal player will constitute an immediate forfeit and a two game suspension of the
head coach.
1.7.5.d. Any player or member of the coaching staff who uses abusive, disrespectful, or profane language
or who otherwise exhibits unsportsmanlike conduct before, during, or after any ball game will be
suspended for the following game after review by the CYLA Executive Committee.
1.7.5.e. Any member of the coaching staff who is involved in a fight before or after any game or is ejected
from a game for fighting will be suspended for one year. The suspension must be reviewed by the CYLA
Executive Committee who may confirm, increase, or decrease the length of the suspension.
1.7.5.f. Any player or member of the coaching staff who repeats any of the aforementioned offenses will be
suspended for the remainder of the season.
1.7.6 All Coaches of the CYLA must read, understand, and sign the "CYLA CODE OF CONDUCT" form
(see Appendix #4). The completed CYLA Code of Conduct form is due to the Secretary of the CYLA no
later than the Thursday before the first game of the season. The CYLA Code of Conduct form may be sent
to the League by facsimile or postal mail with the organizational Commissioner maintaining the original
with the club's official rosters.
1.8.0 PROTEST
1.8.1.a. The CYLA Executive Committee is formed in an effort to foster all tenets of good sportsmanship,
conduct, and in the best interest of the sport. Its primary function is to uphold the rules and regulations of
this program and to levy fair and reasonable disciplinary action should such be necessary. All members of
the CYLA Executive Committee may succeed themselves on that committee. The CYLA Executive
Committee shall be granted the authority to forfeit any game as a committee without formal protest if
violation is found.
1.8.1.b. The only valid game protest that will be accepted by the CYLA Executive Committee shall be for
eligibility reasons in the following categories:
(1) Over-age
(2) Official’s conduct
(3) Incorrect and/or incomplete roster
(4) Playing of ineligible players
(5) Playing of suspended player
(6) Coaching by suspended coaches
(7) Non participant problem and unsportsmanlike activities by parents and spectators
In order to get a complaint on the agenda, it is required that the complaining coach through his/her
organization administrator notify, by telephone, a member of the CYLA Executive Committee.
1.8.2 Protests concerning Rules 1.8.1(a) & 1.8.1(b) above can be made at any time during the season.
Organizational administrators should report all violations suspected to the CYLA Executive Committee.
Names of witnesses and evidence must be furnished.
1.8.3 Game protests, filed under Rules 1.8.1(b) that are upheld, shall result in forfeiture of all games in
which the ineligible player or players participated. Additional penalties in the form of suspension of
players, coaches, or other officials involved may be imposed.
1.8.4 Appeals from decisions of the CYLA Executive Committee shall be made in writing to the
President(s) of the CYLA Board within three (3) working days from the date of the protest decision. The
President(s) of the CYLA Board may approve or disapprove the decision of the CYLA Executive
Committee which action will be final unless the plaintiff or defendant organizational administrator requires
in writing that the CYLA Board review the matter. If this occurs, the President(s) will render a final
decision in the matter of majority consent. There will be no further appeals.
1.9.0 PENALTIES
1.9.1 Where penalties for rule violations are not specified, the CYLA Executive Committee will decide
them.
1.9.2 Where penalties for rule violations are not specified and for other matters that may be complained of,
penalties if deemed appropriate, may be assessed as follows:
A. Letter of reprimand
B. Probation of individuals * see note *
C. Suspension of individuals
D. Forfeiture of a game or games
Note *would only apply for one year unless extended by two/thirds majority vote of the CYLA
Board.
1.9.3 The penalty for an over-age player's participating in games, if discovered, (whether protested or not)
and processed through the CYLA Executive Committee will result in forfeiture of all games in which the
illegal player participated and that player's expulsion from any further league activities for the current
season.
1.9.4 The penalty for a player who participates in a game and did not register as required, with both the
member club and league, if discovered (whether protested or not) and processed through the Executive
Committee will result in forfeiture of all games in which the illegal player participated. Further, this player
and coach must receive written approval to continue to play from the Executive Committee.
1.10.0 [RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE]
APPENDIX #1
CYLA GAME SUMMARY REPORT
Date & Time: ___________________________________
Location: _______________________________________
Field Administrator: _____________________________
Home Team: Final Score: ________________________
Visiting Team: Final Score: ______________________
Injuries (names & details)
Disciplinary Action (names & details)
Referee Name (printed): ________________________________________
Referee Signature: _____________________________________________
Referee Name (printed): ________________________________________
Referee Signature: _____________________________________________
APPENDIX #2
CYLA OFFICIAL TEAM ROSTER
Member Club: ____________________________ Division/Team Name: ________________________
Head Coach: ______________________________ Phone Number: _____________________________
Asst Coach: _______________________________ Phone Number: _____________________________
Player Address City Zip Grade
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APPENDIX #3
CYLA ANNUAL RULES UPDATE-2008 Youth Boys
All games will be officiated according to the National Federation of State High School Associations 2008
Rules for Boys as amended and could include additional exceptions. The Rules by Division are as follows:
2008 Boys Lacrosse Rules 2nd & 3rd Grades
· Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
· Players are substituted every 3-4 minutes during the games in order to foster equal playing time for all players; substitutions should be made during loose ball or out-of-bounds situations, i.e., not during possessions.
· Goalies change at quarters, if desired-encouraged to change at half-time.
· No score is kept.
· No body contact-incidental contact only during man/ball situations.
· Personal foul penalties are enforced by substitution of the player.
· Technical fouls require the offending player to start 5 yards behind the opponent who is awarded the ball.
· Stick length is 37-42” (measured from top of head to end of shaft); goalie cross is 37-72”.
· One attempted pass is required in the offensive end before shooting; a completed clearing pass into the offensive zone from the defensive zone satisfies this rule..
· One coach from each team is allowed on the field but cannot impede play
2008 Boys Lacrosse Rules 4th Grade
· Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
· Recommend changing goalie at half-time
· One step contact is allowed.
· No take out checks allowed.
· Penalties are enforced with man down.
· Stick length is 40-42” (measured from top of head to end of shaft); goalie cross is 40-72”.
· Substitutions are “on the fly” or during a dead ball whistle; shots out on end line considered live-ball.
2008 Boys Lacrosse Rules 5th Grade
· Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
· One-step contact is allowed.
· No take out checks allowed.
· Penalties are enforced with man down.
· Stick length as follows: short crosse: 40-42”, long crosse is 52-60” and goalie crosse is 40-
72”.
· Goalies substituted as needed.
· Substitutions are “on the fly” or during a dead ball whistle; shots out on end line considered
live-ball.
2008 Boys Lacrosse Rules 6th - 8th Grades
· Games are four quarters: each quarter consists of a 12 minute running clock.
· Full body checking allowed within 5 yards of the man/ball.
· No take out checks allowed.
· Penalties are enforced with man down.
· Goalie is substituted as needed.
· Stick length is as follows: short crosse: 40-42”, long crosse 52-72” and goalie crosse: 40-72”.
· Substitutions are “on the fly” or during a dead ball whistle; shots out on the end line considered live-ball.
GENERAL CYLA LEAGUE RULES:
· Game and field conduct is the responsibility of both head coaches.
· Keep all parents on the opposite side of player area.
· Official rosters should be available for both home and visiting team for official review.
· Code of Conduct shall be adhered to and enforced fully by the RMLOA.
· Sportsmanship is paramount during all CYLA play.
· Referees should be two grade levels above the grade level of the game they are officiating.
· Referees will use an ID system to identify junior and senior referee status.
APPENDIX #4
CYLA COACHES CODE OF CONDUCT
I. Policy Statement
The Colorado Youth Lacrosse Association (CYLA) is committed to the exhibition of sportsmanship and
ethical behaviors in and around all athletic contests played under its sanction. All contests must be safe,
fair, controlled and orderly for all athletes, officials, and fans alike.
It is the intent of the CYLA that unsportsmanlike behavior and violence in any form is not to be tolerated in
athletic contests or practices under the jurisdiction of the CYLA. In order to enforce this policy, the CYLA
has implemented regulations in cooperation with appropriate coaches and club commissioners, who set
forth the manner of implementation and enforcement of this policy, and the penalties incurred when
violations of this policy occur. The rules and regulations shall focus upon the responsibility of the coach to
teach and demand high standards of conduct and to enforce personally the rules and regulations set forth by
the CYLA.
The CYLA requires that the following code of ethics and disclosure be issued to and signed by each head
and assistant coach, each season, as a guide to govern their behavior. The penalty for failing to sign a copy
of this policy will be to restrict the coach from participating in CYLA programs
II. Code of Conduct for Coaches
Be courteous at all times with players, opponents, game officials and fans.
Exercise self-control on the field before, during and after contests.
Be responsible for the sportsmanlike conduct of his or her players on the team.
Explain to the parents that they are to respect the decisions of the referees and the play of both teams in a
sportsmanlike manner.
There shall be no use of foul and abusive language.
Be familiar with all rules of the contest.
Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials.
There shall be no use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, or illegal drugs at CYLA programs.
There shall be no recruitment of players from other teams or clubs.
Win with character, lose with dignity.
I have read and understood the Policy Statement and Code of Conduct for Coaches, and the violations and
penalties of the "Code of Conduct Policy". I have also read and understood the rules and regulations of the
CYLA, specifically Section 1.7 "Conduct" and Section 1.9 "Penalties".
I agree to abide by the policy while participating in CYLA athletics regardless of contest site or
jurisdiction.
Signature:__________________________________ Date:________________________________
Coach Name: ________________________________ Telephone: __________________________
Youth Program:_____________________ Email: _______________________________________
Position: [ ] Head Coach [ ] Assistant Coach
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