Insurance and Risk Management
The Insurance/Risk Management Committee works closely with our insurance administrator Bollinger, to develop useful information for program administrators to use during their season. Select any of the links below and make copies for your parents and/or coaches.

Documents you can download:
A. Risk Management Manual (PDF)
B. A Guide to Prevention of Sexual and Physical Abuse (PDF)
C. A Guide to the US Lacrosse Insurance Program (PDF -  PowerPoint Presentation)
D. Sanctioning Manual (PDF)


Coaching Resources
Need some practice ideas? LaxMagazine.com has you covered. Check out the "Classroom" section tab at the bottom of the page. It’s filled with plenty of tips, tricks, drills, and plays for both men’s and women’s lacrosse.

Networking
As a US Lacrosse program, you have the opportunity to network with other program administrators throughout the country at events such as the US Lacrosse Youth Festival and the US Lacrosse National Convention. You can also contact teams across the country by using the US Lacrosse Directory, contacting a regional chapter or e-mailing the membership department.

US Lacrosse Events
As a US Lacrosse member, you will have access to many great lacrosse events year-round! Some of the events include the Youth Festivals, the US Lacrosse Convention, the US Lacrosse Women's Division National Tournament, National Clinic Month and other national and regional events. Click here to see a listing of all events.

New Start Program
Ready to start a new team? US Lacrosse can help. The New Start Program is a developmental assistance program for first year men's and women's lacrosse teams or programs at any level. To learn more about the program and to apply online, please visit our Sport Development section. 

Equipment Grant Program
Interested in starting a lacrosse program but unable to fund it? The US Lacrosse Equipment Grant may be just the answer you’re looking for. Grants can include a full team’s worth of equipment (sticks and protective gear) and are awarded to programs within their first year of operation. Applicant programs must demonstrate a financial need and priority is given to those residing in a state or region where lacrosse opportunities are currently limited or absent. 

Lacrosse Magazine
The goal of US Lacrosse's monthly magazine is to connect the sport's community by educating players, coaches and officials, and entertaining fans. The magazine's Classroom section provides tips on skill development, game strategy and training, while the recent Recruiting series provides insight on the college recruiting process. Stay informed and connected through Lacrosse Magazine.

Sports Science & Safety
US Lacrosse works hard to further safety improvements in the game for players at all levels. Injury prevention, sports medicine and safety education are important issues involved with the game of lacrosse and US Lacrosse tries to take a leadership role in these areas. Through the guidance of its Sports Science & Safety Committee, US Lacrosse has established position statements on many of the important safety issues in the game, including helmets, mouth guards, eye protection and lightning. For more information, visit the Sports Science & Safety section.

Youth Council Representation
The US Lacrosse Youth Council promotes girls and boys lacrosse in a safe and sportsmanlike environment. All youth leagues are eligible to be represented on the Youth Council's Board of Governors, which includes representatives from all over the United States. You have a voice!

The Youth Council Executive Committee manages existing programs and events, evaluates and funds new initiatives in support of youth lacrosse development, and reviews youth membership issues. Its general meeting is held each January at the US Lacrosse National Convention.


Please feel free to contact the Member Service Center, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST at 410.235.6882 ext. 102 or e-mail us at membership@uslacrosse.org with any additional questions or comments. Thank you for your support!