High School Rules

The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) authors rules for high school boys’ lacrosse and those rules govern youth boys’ lacrosse except where US Lacrosse has amended otherwise.

Youth Rules

Overarching Principle

The game is to be played with emphasis on the proper development of individual stick skills, team play, player safety, and sportsmanship.

Please reference the following for more information regarding youth lacrosse rules.