Game Time

Cut, Block and Score

Game Duration and Timing

The maximum regulation playing time is 48 minutes divided into four 12-minute quarters, with two minutes between quarters.
Halftime will be 10 minutes
Players must change ends between each quarter.

Sidelines and End lines: Define the field’s boundaries, and are responsible for determining out-of-bounds.
Restraining Line: Positioned 30 yards from each end line. Players must remain on their designated side during a draw.
12-Meter Arc: An arc 12 meters from the goal circle, where defensive players can be positioned during free position shots.
8-Meter Arc: An arc 8 meters from the goal circle. Players must exit this area after a foul is committed within it.
Goal Area: Consists of the goal, goal circle and crease.

Starting the Game

The game starts with an opening draw (not faceoff like man lacrosse) at the beginning of each half and after each goal.
Two opposing players will participate in this draw at the center of the field. Both players must hold their crosses horizontally, parallel to the ground, and place the back of their cross pockets together.
The referee will then place the ball between the two pockets, and upon blowing the whistle, the players must move the ball in an up-and-away motion to initiate the game.

Major Fouls

Cross-checking: Using the lacrosse stick between your hands to contact an opponent. Based on severity, this can result in a 1-3 minute penalty.
Slashing: Swinging your stick at an opponent forcefully. Penalties for slashing depend on the severity of the action.
Tripping: Deliberately causing an opponent to fall. This foul is penalized with a free position for the offended player.

Minor Fouls

Holding: Impeding the movement of an opponent using your body or stick.
Offside: When too few defenders or attackers are positioned on their respective sides of the field.
Body check: Illegal contact by an attacker or defender against an opponent who is in possession of the ball, or within 5 yards of a loose ball.

Penalty Administration

For major fouls, the offending player serves a 1-3 minute penalty, and the offended team receives a man-up advantage. The length of the penalty depends on the severity of the foul.
For minor fouls, the offending player loses possession, and the offended player is awarded a free position.

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