BCLA Official's Pre Clinic Course 2026
Prepare to excel as a BCLA official. Gain essential skills, knowledge, and confidence to officiate effectively in the upcoming season.
Welcome to all Officials of the 2026 Box Lacrosse Season
The History of Lacrosse in Canada
The History of Lacrosse
Role of an Official
The Art of Officiating
Look the Part
How to Build Respect and Trust as an Official
Being an Official - What does that mean
Packing your Referee's Bag
How do I get games?
Preparing for your Game
Rule of Two
Pre Game Quiz
RAMP Activity
The Game Sheet and your responsibility
Game Sheet
What is the game Sheet
Players Equipment
Equipment
Goal Keeper Equipment
Equipment Quiz
Getting the game ready to start
Getting the Game Started
Down load the RuleBook to your device
30 second Shot Clock
Goalie Contact with the Ball:
Ball Out of Bounds (Reset)
How to Award Possession
Injuries and Scoring Plays: What to Do
Who takes possession, after an injury?
Understanding Possession
Types of Penalties and their Durations
Procedure: Calling a Penalty
Mechanics of Calling a Penalty
Game Reports
Game Reporting Procedure
Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Slashing
Check From Behind
High Stick
Cross Check
Holding
Unnecessary Roughness
Penalties
Post Game
Closing the Game Sheet
End of Game