Rules & Ethics
The LLA maintains an ethics and rules policy that sets the standard of behavior for our programs, coaches, players, and families.
2025 Ethics and Rules Policy
Complete ethics and rules policy for the Liberty Lacrosse Association
Emphasis Areas
Key areas of focus for officials and coaches this season.
Head Contact Protocols
Strict enforcement of targeting rules with ejection procedures for head contact violations.
Equipment Requirements
Chinstraps must be properly fastened and helmets must meet current safety standards.
Body Contact Restrictions
Age-appropriate body contact rules to ensure player safety at all levels.
Fouling Out Thresholds
Personal foul limits that result in player ejection to promote clean play.
Eye Black Regulations
Guidelines for acceptable eye black usage during games.
Grade-Level Rules Overview
Rules are adapted for each age group to ensure appropriate competition and player safety.
K-2nd Grade
- Referee assignments per game
- Limited face-offs
- Optional goalies
- Mercy rule in effect
- Simplified passing requirements
3rd-4th Grade
- Face-offs after goals
- Modified mercy rule
- Pass requirements before scoring
- Full goalie participation
5th-6th Grade
- One-handed checks allowed
- Non-releasable personal fouls
- Adjusted mercy rules
- Standard USA Lacrosse rules with modifications
7th-8th Grade
- Full contact rules
- Standard USA Lacrosse rules
- Competitive play emphasis
- Playoff eligibility rules
Rules Committee
Member programs responsible for reviewing rule updates and addressing ethics violations.