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US LACROSSE WOMEN’S DIVISION OFFICIALS COUNCIL 2009 YOUTH TEST/YOUTH RULES For Officials 18 and under or Adults who intend to only work Youth games.

Based on the 2009 Rules for Girls and Women’s Lacrosse

TRUE or FALSE (One each) 1. In Level FC, A and B games coaches may move along the full boundary line on the bench/table side of the field, behind the level of the scorer’s table extended, and not in the area directly in front of the opposing team bench and not in either team’s substitution area. (Pg. 88)

2. For Levels A, B, & C: On an indirect free position the player with the ball must pass the ball to another player or be checked by an opponent (played) before a shot on goal may be taken. (Pg. 90, Def.; Pg. 60, played)

3. For Level FC games it is a major and a mandatory red card for a check to the head. (Pg. 89, Fouls)

4. For Levels A, B, & C: Before it is possible for the umpire to call a minor foul on the attack for holding the ball for more than 3 seconds, a defense player must have both hands on her stick and be in a position to legally check. (Note: “A position to legally check” could be in front, on either side, or behind the player with the ball). (Pg. 89, Fouls)

5. For Levels A, B, & C: The Goalkeeper must wear the following---a helmet with a face mask designed for lacrosse that meets NOCSAE test standard, separate throat protector, chest protector, abdominal and pelvic protection, goalie gloves, and leg padding on the shins and thighs. (Pg. 87)

6. The goalkeeper has 10 seconds to clear the ball from the goal circle, after she picks up the ball and places the ball in her crosse, while within the goal circle. (Pg. 46 Rule 6 Section 5 a)

7. The depth of a regulation pocket of the field stick (crosse) meets specifications when after pressure has been applied and released from the ball in the pocket the ball is visible or seen above the sidewall (wooden or plastic) of a horizontally held stick. (Pg. 13 Rule 2 Section 2 b)

8. During play, each substitute must pass through the team substitution area which is centered in front of the scorer’s table is 10 yards wide and is marked by two hash marks 2m-4m in length each of which is 5 yards from the midfield line and perpendicular to and touching the sideline and not enter this area until the substitution is imminent. (Pg. 6, Substitution Area; Pg. 36 Rule 5 Section 22 a)

9. In a Level A game it is legal for a Red team player to check in a downward motion and away from the opponent’s body the stick of a Blue team player that is entirely below shoulder level. (Pg. 90, Def.; Pg. 85 Guidance)

10. The coach must verbally certify to the umpires prior to the start of the game that all equipment is legal under the US Lacrosse Rules, including eye protection that meets the most recent ASTM Specification Standard and that the GK helmets meet the NOCSAE standards for lacrosse. (Pg. 20 Rule 3 Section 2)

11. As a Red attack player shoots on goal, the ball goes into the goal and her stick hits the defender’s shoulder as she follows through. The Red attack player must be carded and leave the field for 3 minutes. The goal still counts. (Pg. 43, w; Pg. 26 Rule 4 Section 9 f) No part of this test may be reproduced in any manner without written permission from US Lacrosse, Inc. 2009 Youth Test/Youth Rules - 2

12. A goalkeeper who is grounded outside the goal circle may reach out her crosse and bring the ball back into the goal circle. (Pg. 46 Rule 6 Section 5 c)

13. The timer’s horn will indicate the end of each half and overtime. (Pg. 23 Rule 3 Section 13 h)

14. During the pre-game check, a player wearing a small earring tells the officials that she just had her ear pierced and must not remove the earring. The correct procedure for the official to follow is to allow her to play after putting tape over the earring. (Pg. 45 Rule 6 Section 2 p)

15. It is illegal for a defense player to hold her crosse in a horizontal position when in the 8M arc. (Note: No contact has been initiated.) (Pg. 41 Rule 6 Section 1 g 3)

16. To be “within a stick’s length” a defense player must have some part of the opponent’s body inside a crosse and an arm’s length extended. (Pg. 62 Rule 8, Def)

17. It is a minor foul for a player to run out of bounds and re-enter in a more advantageous position. (Pg. 45 Rule 6 Section 2 t)

18. Both offensive and defensive players are responsible for not causing crosse to body or body to crosse contact. (Pg. 41 Rule 6 Section 1 f)

19. The officials shall permit a time out to be called by the coach or a player on the field after a goal. (Pg. 25 Rule 4 Section 4)

20. During the draw, on the word “ready”, the players taking the draw must remain motionless and not turn their heads until after the whistle. (Pg. 29 Rule 5 Section 2)

21. Each team (home and away) must provide a sideline manager whose duty shall be to control effectively the actions of spectators not in conformity with the standards of proper conduct. (Pg. 88)

22. “Checking is a major foul” in Level B and C games. (Pg. 89)

23. Soft/flexible cones, pylons or flags must be used to mark the corners of the field. (Pg. 5 Rule 1 Section 2)

24. If both players draw illegally or it cannot be determined why the draw was illegal the umpire will administer a throw. (Pg. 29 Rule 5 Section 3)

25. The defender who is marking an otherwise unmarked opponent who is “directly behind the goal circle” is exempt from both 3 seconds and obstruction of the “free space to goal”. (Pg. 42 Rule 6 Section 1 o)

26. It is minor foul for a team to request more than two timeouts during a game. (Pg. 44 Rule 6 Section 2 v)

27. The critical scoring area is an area 15m in front of the goal circle and 15m to each side of the goal circle (forming an arc concentric to the 12m fan) and 9m behind the goal line extended. (Pg. 57)

28. Time out is taken and a card must be issued for a slash, a check to the head, dangerous propelling, and dangerous follow-through. (Pgs. 41 & 43 Rule 6 Section 1)

29. A team must not have more than 7 players on or over the restraining line in their offensive end or have more than 8 players including the GK, on or over the restraining line in their defensive end. (Pg. 46 Rule 6 Section 7)

30. All fouls may be classified as major, minor, team, goal circle, or misconduct. (Pg. 41-47, Rule 6)

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MULTIPLE CHOICE – There is one correct response. (2 points each)

31. Which of the following criteria must be considered before calling obstruction of the free space to goal? (Pg. 42 Rule 6 Section 1 n)

A. Is the player with the ball in the critical scoring area (CSA)? B. Does the player with the ball have an opportunity to shoot? C. Are all defensive players who are in the “free space to goal” marking within a stick's length of their opponent? D. Is the player with the ball looking to shoot? E. All of the Above

32. Which of the following is a minor foul? (Pg. 44 Rule 6 Section 2)

A. Use a hand or any part of the body to keep the ball in the crosse. B. A player misplays a ball inadvertently off her body to a teammate. C. Draw illegally. D. Both A and C E. All of the Above

33. In a Level “A” youth lacrosse game which of the following is true? (Pg. 91)

A. A player may shoot on an 8M free position. B. The restraining line is in effect for the entire game. C. A player may use modified stick checking. D. All field players must have a crosse with a regulation pocket. E. All of the Above

34. Which of the following is true regarding the goalkeeper for Levels A, B, & C? (Pg 87)

A. She must wear a helmet that meets the NOCSAE test standard and is designed for lacrosse and has a facemask and a separate throat protector. B. She must wear a numbered shirt over her chest protector and any shoulder padding. C. She must wear a mouthguard, a chest protector, and goalie gloves. D. She must wear abdominal and pelvic protection and leg padding on the shins and thighs. E. All of the Above

35. Which of the following statements is true regarding the restraining line? (Pg. 46 Rule 6 Section 7)

A. A restraining line is a major foul (team foul). B. Any part of the foot on or over the restraining line is considered a violation. C. Seven attack players over the restraining line in their offensive end is legal. D. Both A and B E. All of the Above

36. In which of the following situations will the defender(s) who are in the 8M arc be in violation of the three-seconds rule? (Pg. 42 Rule 6 Section 1 o)

A. A defender marking a non-ball opponent within a stick’s length for more than 3 seconds. B. Double-teaming a non-ball attack player within a stick’s length for more than 3 seconds. C. Double-teaming the player with the ball within a stick’s length for more than 3 seconds. D. Both A and B No part of this test may be reproduced in any manner without written permission from US Lacrosse, Inc. 2009 Youth Test/Youth Rules - 4

E. All of the Above

37. Which of the following is true regarding the placement of players for a free position? (Pg. 49 Rule 7 Section 4 and Section 5)

A. The goalkeeper may stand in the penalty lane. B. For a minor foul the offender must stand 4M away from the player with the ball in the direction from which she approached. C. For a major foul the offender must stand 4M directly behind the player with the ball. D. Both A and B E. Both B and C

38. Which of the following statements defines modified checking? ( Pg. 90)

A. Checking a crosse that is partially below shoulder level in a downward motion that is away from the player’s body. B. Checking a crosse that is entirely below shoulder level in a downward motion that is away from the player’s body. C. Checking a crosse that is entirely above shoulder level in a downward motion that is away from the player’s body. D. Checking a crosse that is partially above shoulder level in a downward motion that is towards a the player’s body. E. Checking a crosse that is partially below shoulder level in a downward motion that is away from the player’s body.

39. For Levels A, B, & C: Which of the following is true regarding the “3-second position to check rule”? (Pg. 89, Fouls) A. A 3-second position to check violation shall be treated as a major foul. B. A 3-second position to check violation shall be treated as a minor foul. C. As soon as the umpire deems that the player with the ball could be legally checked if checking were permitted she/he begins an audible 3-second count. D. Both B and C E. Both A and C

40. Which of the following is a major foul? (Pgs. 41 and 43, Rule 6 Section 1)

A. Initiating crosse to body or body to crosse contact B. Shooting from an indirect free position C. Committing a false start anywhere on the field D. Reaching across an opponent to check the crosse when she is level with or behind her E. All of the Above

41. In which of the following situations does the umpire award a throw? (Pg. 35 Rule 5 Section 20)

A. Two opposing players commit offsetting fouls. B. A deflected shot goes out of bounds and 2 players are equally near the ball. C. The attack commits a foul during a slow whistle. D. Neither player touches the ball during a throw. E. All of the Above

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42. Which of the following is true regarding a legal crosse for a youth lacrosse game? (Pg. 87, Sticks)

A. Level C players may use a crosse with mesh or traditional stringing and may have a modified pocket. B. Level B players must use a regulation women’s crosse with either a modified pocket or regulation pocket. C. Level A players must use a regulation women’s crosse with a regulation pocket. D. Both A and C E. All of the Above

43. For Levels A, B, & C: After a goal that creates a game score with a differential of 4 or more goals, which of the following procedures is appropriate? (Pg. 88, Start of Game)

A. Restart play with a draw between two opposing players at the centerline. B. Award a free position at the centerline to a member of the team with fewer goals. This player may run, pass, or shoot. Opposing center 4M behind. C. Award a free position at the centerline to a member of the team with fewer goals. This player may run or pass, but may not shoot until another player has played the ball. Opposing center 4M ahead at a 45 degree angle. D. Award a free position at the centerline to a member of the team with fewer goals. This player may run, pass, or shoot. Opposing center 4M ahead at a 45 degree angle. E. Award a free position at the centerline to a member of the team with fewer goals. This player may run or pass, but may not shoot until another player has played the ball. Opposing center 4M behind.

44. For Level C, Coaches are permitted in which of the following areas? (Pg. 88)

A. On the field for the purpose of instructing. B. Along the full boundary line on the bench/table side of the field. C. The area directly in front of the opposing team bench. D. Both A and B E. Both A and C

45. Which of the following best describes the playing area for Level C? (Pg. 92)

A. The desirable field length is 70 yards between goal lines, 10 yards behind each goal, and 40 yards wide. B. The desirable field length is 50 yards between goal lines, 10 yards behind each goal, and 25 yards wide. C. The desirable field length is 90 yards between goal lines, 10 yards behind each goal, and 50 yards wide. D. The desirable field length is 100 yards between goal lines, 10 yards behind each goal, and 70 yards wide. E. None of the Above

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46. Which of the following is a major foul? (Pg. 41 Rule 6 Section 1)

A. Pushing the opponent with the hand or body B. Tripping an opponent deliberately or otherwise C. Intentionally delaying the game D. Both A and B E. All of the Above

47. Which of the following is a minor foul? (Pg. 44 Rule 6 Section 2)

A. Scoring a goal with a crosse that does not meet specifications B. Throwing a crosse to stop a rolling ball C. Empty stick check D. Both A and C E. All of the Above

48. Which of the following is an illegal action for the goalkeeper? (Pg. 34, Rule 5, Section 16, d; Pg. 46 Rule 6 Section 5)

A. Raking the ball into the goal circle when no players are within playing distance B. the ball from inside the goal circle into the 8M arc. C. Carrying the ball from outside the goal circle into the goal circle. D. Clearing the ball from the goal circle within 10 seconds E. All of the Above

49. A goal is not scored in which of the following situations? (Pg. 26 Rule 4 Section 9)

A. The ball enters the goal after the horn sounds to end the half. B. The ball enters the goal from a crosse that meets specifications C. The ball enters the goal when a shot is taken from an indirect free position D. Both A and C E. Both B and C

50. Which of the following actions result in a delay of game penalty? (Pg. 44 Rule 6 Section 2, s)

A. Failure to stand when the whistle blows B. Failure to move 4 meters away from a free position C. Failure to wear eye protection properly D. Both A and B E. All of the Above

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