1. Sticks, Balls, and Nets
Sticks
- Women’s field lacrosse sticks must comply with World Lacrosse regulations.
- Approved sticks and pockets must be listed under the World Lacrosse Women’s Approved Crosses & Pockets List.
- For compliance inquiries, contact Lacrosse Canada or your Member Association.
Approved Ball Manufacturers
Only balls from the following manufacturers are permitted in sanctioned play:
✔ Warrior/Brine
✔ Northern Amerex – STX/Cardinal
✔ Harrow
✔ GAIT
✔ Signature Lacrosse
✔ Ball Boys (Velocity and Union)
Net Requirements
- All box lacrosse nets must meet Lacrosse Canada’s official specifications.
- The term “nets” includes both the goal frame and mesh.
- Approved net sizes include 3’x3’, 4’x4’, and 4’x4’6”.
2. Goalkeeper Equipment
Equipment Standards
- Goalkeeper gear must be sized based on height, not age category, to ensure optimal protection.
- Adjustable straps must be used to provide a secure and proper fit.
- If standard equipment is too large, goalkeepers may size down without requiring approval.
Exemption Process
In cases where standard equipment does not fit safely, goalkeepers may request an exemption:
- Submit a Goalkeeper Equipment Exemption Form with height measurements and photos.
- The form must be approved by the Lacrosse Canada Safety & Equipment Review Committee.
- Approved exemptions must be carried by the goalkeeper at all games.
- The annual deadline for exemption requests is May 31.
Important: There is no appeal process for exemption decisions.
3. Helmets and Facemasks
Helmet Options for Players
Players must wear one of the following approved helmet configurations:
✔ NOCSAE-approved field lacrosse helmet
✔ CSA-approved hockey helmet + CSA-approved hockey facemask
✔ CSA-approved hockey helmet + CSA-approved lacrosse facemask
Approved Lacrosse Facemasks
Only the following CSA-approved facemasks are permitted:
✔ Under Armour Model UA V96 (Jr. & Sr.)
✔ Under Armour CLA Mask (Jr. & Sr.)
✔ Marty O’Neill MX-13 (Jr. & Sr.)
✔ OTNY (Jr. & Sr.)
✔ Gait G7 (Jr. & Sr.)
✔ Warrior Fatboy (Jr. & Sr.)
