2012 Girls' and Boys' Lacrosse Bulletin - Chsaa

2012 Girls’ and Boys’
Lacrosse Bulletin
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
� Penalty for too many games (15): Restriction, no appeal
� First practice: February 27, 2012
� Official score and stat reporting site: www.MaxPreps.com
� Promote high levels of sportsmanship – Cheer For Your Team!
14855 E. 2 nd Ave~ Aurora, CO 80011
Phone: 303-344-5050 ~ Fax: 303-367-4101
GIRLS 2012 BOYS 2012
Qualifiers determined by……... May 5 Qualifiers determined by…………….. April 30
1st round completed by………. May 9 1st round completed by-Prelims…… May 5
2 nd round completed by………. May 12 Round of 16…………………………….. May 9
Quarterfinals completed by….. May 16 Quarterfinals completed by…………. May 12
Semifinals @ DU……………... May 19 Semifinals @ Englewood HS ……… May 16
Finals @ DU…………………… May 23 Finals @ Sports Authority Field…... May 19

“Seeking Excellence in Academics, Activities and Athletics”
TO: Athletic Directors/Coaches of Schools Participating in Boys’ & Girls’ Lacrosse
FROM: Harry Waterman, Assistant Commissioner
DATE: February 2012
RE: 14th CHSAA Boys’ Lacrosse Season & 15th CHSAA Girls’ Lacrosse Season
14855 E. 2 nd Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 344-5050
Fax (303) 367-4101
www.chsaa.org
MEMBER
SINCE 1924
Greetings from the Colorado High School Activities Association! We are presenting this preview of
the 2012 CHSAA Lacrosse season to highlight procedures and rules of conduct, as well as provide
information regarding the season ending state playoff policies.
The focus of this document is to emphasize the expectations under which coaches, players and
lacrosse programs should operate. To run first class competitive programs, it is important that
coaches, players and parents be fully informed of the rules of fair play highlighted in this preview,
but explained in detail in the 2011-2012 CHSAA Handbook of By-laws and Constitution, the Lacrosse
Rules Book (enclosed), and the 2010-2011 CHSAA Legislative Council Lacrosse Report. Coaches,
players and schools will be expected to understand and follow all information regarding the sport of
high school lacrosse.
Enclosed you will find copies of this preview for the school athletic director and for the head coach.
Once again, please thoroughly review this information, and then communicate complete expectations
to players.
Good luck with the upcoming season. Hopefully, it will be the best for you and your team. If you
have questions concerning any of the enclosed lacrosse information and/or general CHSAA policies,
check first with the school athletic director, and if not answered, please do not hesitate to contact our
office.
CHSAA Phone # - (303) 344-5050
CHSAA Fax # - (303) 367-4101
CHSAA Fax # - (303) 344-0775
Boys’ & Girls’ Lacrosse: Harry Waterman, CHSAA E-Mail hwaterman@chsaa.org

INTRODUCTION
The format of this year’s preview is designed to provide not only information, but to emphasize key
components of a safe, successful lacrosse season. It should be noted that this preview is not a
replacement, but a supplement, to the CHSAA Constitution & By-laws Handbook, CHSAA
Legislative Council Minutes (www.chsaa.org), and the Lacrosse Rulebook. Coaches are urged to
review the above-mentioned resources and confer with their principal/athletic director for any
required information well in advance of the start of practice to insure that there is a clear
understanding of all eligibility and playing rules.
Take time to read through the enclosed information and become acquainted with its content. Then
use this preview for reference during the pre-season, season, post-season, as well as out-of-season
sessions.
WE CANNOT EMPHASIZE ENOUGH THE IMPORTANCE OF SCHOOLS AND COACHES
CAREFULLY GOING OVER ALL LACROSSE RULES, ESPECIALLY THOSE DEALING WITH THE
SAFETY AND WELL BEING OF THE ATHLETE. FAILURE TO WARN ATHLETES OF
POTENTIAL DANGERS IN NOT PARTICIPATING PROPERLY OR THE PROPER WAY IN WHICH
TO CARE FOR EQUIPMENT COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES TO COACHES AND
SCHOOLS. BE CERTAIN THAT YOU HAVE ON FILE PARENT/PHYSICIAN PERMISSION
CERTIFICATIONS.
Additional questions and interpretations may be obtained from the CHSAA office (303-344-5050),
with Harry Waterman, the administrator responsible for boys’ and girls’ lacrosse. It is highly
encouraged telephone calls on areas of eligibility be made by the school principal or designated
athletic administrator, while inquiries on the sport rules be made by the lacrosse coach.
MAXPREPS – GIRLS’ AND BOYS’ LACROSSE COACHES
MAXPREPS is the official site we use to collect data for post season seeding. Please report all
game information to this site (www.maxpresps.com ). More information and a user guide may be
found on the CHSAA homepage: www.chssa.org.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
LACROSSE INFORMATION FOR 2012 ............................................................................................ 1-3
PLAYOFF CALENDAR ...........................................................................................................................4
GENERAL POLICIES ........................................................................................................................... 5-6
STATE PLAYOFF GAMES ......................................................................................................................7
GIRLS’ LACROSSE PROCEDURES AND PLAYOFF FORMAT ................................................. 8-14
BOYS’ LACROSSE PROCEDURES AND PLAYOFF FORMAT ................................................ 15-21
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY ......................................................................................................24
AWARDS .................................................................................................................................................24
SELECTION OF OFFICIALS .................................................................................................................24
PROGRAM INFORMATION ................................................................................................................24
TRAVEL GUARANTEE .........................................................................................................................24
TRAINERS ...............................................................................................................................................24
NUMBER OF PASSES ............................................................................................................................24
SUPPORT GROUP ADMISSION .........................................................................................................25
PLAYOFF FINANCIAL REPORT ........................................................................................................25
TICKET PRICE ........................................................................................................................................25
GUIDELINES FOR WORKING RELATIONS WITH THE MEDIA .......................................... 26-27
RESPONSIBILITIES OF SPORTSMANSHIP ......................................................................................28
COLD WEATHER HINTS .....................................................................................................................29
CHSAA AWARDS CEREMONY INFO ...............................................................................................30
PROGRAM INFORMATION/GATELIST ..................................................................................... 31-32

LACROSSE INFORMATION FOR 2012
I believe that we are off to a good start with CHSAA high school lacrosse, although we continue to refine our procedures
to meet the needs of coaches, schools and kids.
There are still a few areas where the transition from club to high school lacrosse needs work. In an effort to clarify, please
review the following:
� It is highly suggested/emphasized that the table and benches be placed opposite the fans. If at all possible, elevate the
table.
� This office will continue to send all lacrosse communication to your school. If you need information or have
questions, check with your school first.
� All National Federation Boys’ Lacrosse and US Women’s Lacrosse Association playing rules must be followed as
written. The only variations would be rules, which can be modified by state association adoption (CHSAA Lacrosse
Committee – CHSAA Board of Directors).
� The length of games at the varsity level cannot be adjusted or changed, unless an emergency situation would cause
coaches to mutually agree to shorten the game.
� All CHSAA by-laws must be followed regarding scrimmages, out-of-state travel, and practice or competition
prohibition against club or non-school teams (CHSAA Handbooks are available at your school for all head coaches).
� Game limits are set at 15 games
� Schedules are developed and officials are selected by representatives from each league/conference. The following
people have the responsibility for lacrosse in the respective league:
Boys
Foothills- Dave Zukin, Golden
Centennial – Shane Snyder, Eaglecrest
Front Range – Richard Judd, Kent Denver & Karen Higel, Denver Public Schools
Northern – Ken Denning, Fossil Ridge
Douglas County – Tom Brieske, Rock Canyon
South Suburban – Kelly Doherty, Regis
Mountain – Carol Sams, Aspen
Pikes Peak – Diane Shuck, Air Academy
Girls
Metro – Richard Judd, Kent Denver & Karen Higel, Denver Public Schools
Centennial – Chris Denmark, Overland
Continental – Tom Brieske, Rock Canyon
Jeffco – Chad Broer, Chatfield
Mountain – Paul Cain, Grand Junction
Southern – Diane Shuck, Air Academy
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The following is an overall summary of the respective calendar dates as they pertain to the 2012 lacrosse season
for the Colorado High School Activities Association.
General Opening of Practice
Organized lacrosse practice as designated by the CHSAA, which may be conducted before and/or
after school hours, may begin on Monday, February 27, 2012. NO practice, instruction, or meetings of
any type may be conducted on a Sunday throughout the school year.
Scrimmage Date
The first allowable date for a lacrosse scrimmage is March 3, 2012. A scrimmage date is the meeting
of any number of high schools on a single date for participating under the conditions enumerated
below:
1. A school in each sanctioned sport will be permitted two scrimmage dates. A school will receive
one additional scrimmage if that school qualifies for the State Tournament, page 91, the 2011-2012
CHSAA Handbook.
2. Scrimmages may be held only on the dates between the sixth day (not including Sundays) after
the start of formal practice and the conclusion of the final championship.
3. PARTICIPANTS IN SCRIMMAGES – All participants in interscholastic scrimmages must have
completed five (5) days of practice in the sport they are representing.
4. Scrimmages may not be held with non high school teams or individuals.
5. All participants in interscholastic scrimmages must be eligible in accordance with “General
Eligibility” of the Administrative & General By-laws, and must be eligible in all other ways.
6. No score may be kept, as instruction is the primary reason for a scrimmage.
7. The scrimmage may not be advertised and no admission may be charged.
8. No officials may be paid.
9. School administrators must be notified prior to each scrimmage.
Please note that at no time will ineligible participants be allowed to compete against members of
other interscholastic teams in “exhibition” or “unofficial” contests.
Please note: Any interaction between two or more schools must be classified as either a
scrimmage or a contest and subjected to scrimmage/contest limits.
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COMPETITION AGAINST CLUB TEAMS
From the date of the first formal practice through the state championship games, school teams may
not compete against club teams, either in or out of state. If you want to compete against a school team
in a state, which does not sanction high school lacrosse, contact the CHSAA office. The following
states sanction high school lacrosse:
Boys: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine,
Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North
Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont, Virginia.
Girls: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Illinois,
Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New
Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Vermont,
Virginia.
FIRST CONTEST
The initial date on which a school may schedule and conduct an interscholastic contest is March 8,
2012.
LAST CONTEST
All league contests must be completed by the following dates so that the playoffs can be organized:
Girls - May 5, 2012; Boys – April 30, 2012. If cancellations happen due to weather or other problems,
conference contests must be given priority for re-schedules.
Postponed conference contests, which cannot be re-scheduled, must be considered as a forfeit by the
school unable to accommodate the re-schedule. If alternatives are absolutely necessary, contact the
CHSAA office.
2012 SCHEDULES
It is strongly advised that leagues/conferences and schools develop two-year (home-away) conference
and non-conference schedules for the 2012-2014 seasons. Development of conference/league
schedules is the responsibility of the respective conference/league. Non-conference schedules are the
responsibility of each school.
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PLAYOFF CALENDAR
Formal Practice Begins ........................................................................... February 27, 2012
First Date for Scrimmage .............................................................................. March 3, 2012
First Contest ................................................................................................... March 8, 2012
Boys Qualifiers Determined by ................................................................... April 30, 2012
Boys First Round completed by ..................................................................... May 5, 2012
Girls Qualifiers Determined by ...................................................................... May 5, 2012
Girls First Round completed by ..................................................................... May 9, 2012
Boys Round of 16 completed by ..................................................................... May 9, 2012
Girls Second Round completed by .............................................................. May 12, 2012
Boys Quarterfinals completed by ................................................................. May 12, 2012
Girls Quarterfinals completed by ................................................................. May 16, 2012
Boys Semifinals @ Englewood ..................................................................... May 16, 2012
Girls Semifinals @ DU .................................................................................... May 19, 2012
Boys Finals @ Sports Authority Field @ Mile High ................................... May 19, 2012
Girls Finals@ DU ............................................................................................. May 23, 2012
IMPORTANT CALENDAR NOTE
The testing date for SAT has been set for May 5, 2012, which may conflict with playoff dates. Please
check with your team members well ahead of this date to eliminate possible conflicts.
GENERAL POLICIES
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The following are key points of emphasis lacrosse coaches should review with their coaching staff and players
in reference to CHSAA rules and regulations as described in the CHSAA Handbook. This is not all-inclusive,
but highlights only key areas.
1. Ejection of a Coach – CHSAA bylaws require that a credentialed coach under contract with the school
district must assume supervisory responsibility for all interscholastic contests. If a coach is ejected and no
credentialed person from that school is available, the contest shall be forfeited.
If it becomes necessary for an official to eject a coach from a game for any reason, the coach shall miss the
next contest and will be placed on CHSAA probation in accordance with the policies established by the
CHSAA Board of Directors.
2. Protests – No protests involving the judgment or possible misapplication of a rule by a game official will
be considered by the CHSAA. However, coaches may direct questions to the game officials as they
pertain to possible misapplication of the rules at the time of the occurrence, in accordance with the
USWLA and/or NCAA rules. Once a game has been declared as completed, the outcome is considered to
be final and official.
3. No student shall represent his/her school in interscholastic athletics (practice or contest) until there is on
file with the school administration a statement signed by his/her parents or legal guardian and a
practicing physician certifying he/she has passed an adequate physical examination within the past year
(12 calendar months) and is physically fit to participate in high school athletics. Further, the athlete must
have the consent of his/her parents or legal guardian to participate.
4. Maximum Game Limit – No member school shall permit its lacrosse team to participate in more than 15
lacrosse games. A student may not participate in more than 34 halves (girls) or 68 quarters (boys)
exclusive of district and state tournaments. Further, no member school shall permit its lacrosse team to
play after the state championship tournament has been played.
5. Academic Eligibility – During the season, the student must be enrolled in courses which offer a minimum
of 2½ Carnegie units (usually five full-time classes) and must not be failing more than ½ unit (Plan A) or
must pass 2½ Carnegie units of credits (Plan B).
In order to be eligible at the beginning of the season, the student must have fulfilled the above
requirement in the second semester of the previous school year; or must have regained his/her eligibility
in the first quarter of this school year. (See Handbook, pages 45-54.) Check with your athletic director for
further questions regarding academic eligibility.
6. Transfer Rule – The Transfer Rule (pgs. 60-70, CHSAA Handbook) affects many students. Fully check all
students new to your school before permitting them to compete in an interscholastic contest or
scrimmage. Be sure your athletic director has on file a completed “Transfer Eligibility Card” for each
transfer student. Please refer each student new to your school to your athletic director to verify eligibility.
7. Practice – All athletes eligible for interscholastic competition (scrimmages or regular season games) must
have five (5) days of practice in accordance with By-law 2300 (pgs. 84-93) of the CHSAA Constitution and
By-laws Handbook.
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8. Player ejection – Any player ejected for flagrant misconduct will be required to miss the next contest of
the same level and all contests of different levels during this period. A second ejection for flagrant
misconduct will result in the player missing the next two contests of the same level.
9. Uniforms – The home team must wear white or light colored jerseys; the visiting team must wear dark
colored jerseys. If your school has only one set of uniforms, it is then your responsibility to bring
penneys.
10. Officials’ Fees – The fees adopted by the January 2010-2011 Legislative Council are:
2 officials 3 officials Mileage
Varsity - $52.00 Varsity referee - $48.00 outside metro areas
Single non-varsity - $39.50 Varsity linesman - $36.50 40¢ per mile, round trip
There is a $ 2:00 stipend for Colorado Springs and Denver Metro area officials see page 131 of the 2010-
2011 Legislative Council minutes for details and exclusions.
Any questions referring to officials cost can be answered by reviewing CHSAA Officials Fees on page 131
of the 2010-2011 Legislative Council.
11. Non-Certified Coaches/Unauthorized Assistants – Carefully review Rule 1600 in the CHSAA Handbook
regarding the qualification of coaches. Do not allow your athletes to receive instruction from anyone who
does not meet the requirements established in Rule 1600 of the CHSAA Handbook, page 42.
All coaches must be under contract to the school district. To allow a “volunteer” who is not under
contract to work with your athletes exposes the “volunteer”, the head coach, and the school to a great deal
of liability.
12. Tournament Sanction – Schools hosting tournaments involving four or more teams must complete the
“Application to Host Sanctioned Events” form and submit it to the CHSAA as soon as possible.
13. Out of state travel must be approved by the CHSAA. Request forms are available in the CHSAA Form
Book.
14. There may be no practice or competition involving coaches from a school and players from that school on
Sundays at any time during the school year. The school year begins on the Sunday prior to fall practice
(Monday, August 13, 2012) and ends on the Sunday prior to Memorial Day (Sunday, May 27, 2012).
15. Emergency Medical Procedures – Since your practice and/or playing field may be distant from your
school, all head coaches should have adequate first aid training. Further, all coaches should have an
emergency medical evacuation procedure which will be needed to help injuries which could be life
threatening.
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STATE PLAYOFF GAMES
1. Unless the site has been predetermined, the home team in each playoff contest shall be that team
which is the higher seed.
2. There will be no third place games.
3. Home team for each tournament game has the responsibility of eliminating any conflicts
involving color of jerseys.
4. In playoff contests (starting in the first round), no more than 45 players may suit up and sit on
the bench. There may be an additional 8 team personnel on the sidelines who are not players and
an additional 3 table personnel.
5. Equal Facilities – Although it is necessary that one team be designated as the home team at
common sites, it shall be kept in mind that the game belongs equally to both competing schools.
It is strongly urged a pre-game planning meeting be held to cover all details connected with the
staging of every playoff contest.
6. Practice – There will be no practice allowed by the teams participating in the state championship
tournament at the championship sites beginning April 30, 2012(Boys) and May 5, 2011 (Girls).
7. School Banners – Only one official school banner can be displayed at the lacrosse semifinals or
finals. No paper signs or placards will be allowed. Please notify the appropriate faculty sponsor
or cheerleader director of this regulation.
8. Teams may take the field at playoff sites no earlier than 45 minutes before the scheduled start of
the game.
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Girl’s Procedures,
Playoff Format &
Tie-Breaker Information
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2012 US Lacrosse Girls Rule Changes
3-5 Only the head coach or captain(s) will communicate with the umpires during the play of the game.
Umpires shall address questions during timeouts and halftime.
4-3 The clock will now run in the last 2 minutes of each half if there is a 10 goal difference.
4-4 Each team will have two timeouts during regulation time; one timeout during overtime.
4-5 A suspended game may be terminated and considered complete by mutual agreement of the opposing
coaches.
5-2 On the draw, the ball must be placed in the upper third of each head at its widest point
5-22 All substitutions must be made through the substitution area. Substitutions may not take place after the
draw is set.
6-1a Players may not reach into or cradle in the sphere.
6-1b A player may not check toward the body.
6-7 A team must have five players behind the restraining line when the ball is in their offensive end, and
must have four players behind the restraining line when the ball is in their defensive end.
7-2 The free position shall be at the spot of the ball unless specifically directed by the rules.
7-6 Free position set up of offside foul by the attack will change
7-11 Free position set up for the defensive goal circle violation will change.
7-28 Player receiving yellow or red card will serve 2-minute penalty and the team will play short below each
restraining line.
7-32 Player game suspensions are served in team bench area. The player may not participate in team activities.
8-def, Adjusted the definition for “played”
POINTS OF EMPHASIS FOR 2012
This section highlights areas of the game that the US Lacrosse Rules Subcommittee believes warrant continued attention
by placing a stronger emphasis on existing rules. The committee requests that players, umpires and coaches concentrate
on the following areas:
Cross-check
Concern continues in regards to use of the shaft of the stick against an opponent’s body as a defensive tactic. To
emphasize that this is not an appropriate use of the stick, a specific category for a cross-check foul has been added. A
player may not use the shaft of the stick to hit, push or displace an opponent. Umpires are instructed to be particularly
vigilant in recognizing this action as a foul and call it immediately.
Obstruction of Free Space to Goal
It is paramount that this rule is enforced for the protection of the defense and to ensure fairness to the attack. It must be
consistently called on the players who are in shooting space as defined by the rules. Repetitive violations of this rule by a
team should result in a warning and may result in cards. These penalties must be considered and used appropriately for
the safety of the defense players, and to minimize the potential of attack players shooting unsafely. The attack player
continues to be held responsible for shooting safely and not dangerously propelling the ball toward players in front of the
goal.
Green Card
Umpires are encouraged to use the green card early in the game to be proactive about delays instead of repeatedly
redirecting or warning the offenders. In addition to supporting efficiency in penalty administration, use of the green card
for creeping, failure to move as directed and other delays will assure that the game is fair for all participants.
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GIRLS’ LACROSSE PROCEDURES AND PLAYOFF FORMATS
1. Varsity: two 25-minute halves - stopped clock - 5 minute half-time Sub-varsity: two 25-minute halves –
running clock – stopped clock with 2:00 minutes remaining in half.
2. No game will end in a tie. The NFHS tiebreaking procedure will be used for all regular season and
playoff games. Girls’ - varsity only.
3. Once play begins the umpires shall have the authority to interrupt or suspend the game due to dangerous
weather or field conditions. The umpire’s decision is final. A game is considered legal and complete if
80% of playing time has elapsed. If a suspended game (one in which less than 80% of playing time has
elapsed) is replayed on another day, it must be played from the beginning. An interrupted game
continued on the same day shall be restarted from its point of interruption.
4. Schools must declare a varsity team by September 1 in order to be included in league scheduled play and
playoff berths.
Please note: If there are emergency situations, which warrant an alternate game time, changes may be
made by mutual agreement of the coaches. Further, game officials reserve the right to use an alternative
game time if they believe safety is an issue.
5. In all girls' playoff games (by National Federation of State High School Associations rules), when the score
is tied at the end of regular playing time, and overtime is to be played, each team will have a 5-minute rest
and toss a coin for choice of ends. Then,
A. Six minutes (two 3-minute periods) of stop-clock overtime will be played. The clock will be stopped
after three minutes of play in order for teams to change ends with no delay for coaching. The game
will be restarted by a center draw. The team, which is ahead at the end of six minutes, wins the
game.
B. If the teams are still tied after six minutes have elapsed, the teams will have a 3-minute rest and
change ends.
C. The winner will then be decided on a “sudden victory” stop-clock overtime of no more than six
minutes in length with the teams changing ends after three minutes. The game will be restarted by a
center draw. The team scoring the first goal wins the game.
D. Play will continue with “sudden victory” stop-clock overtime periods of six minutes in length with
three minutes in between and change of ends until a winning goal is scored.
6. Yellow & Red Cards - Issuance of cards should be a warning to all players to maintain control in their
play and uphold the standards of conduct and sportsmanship in lacrosse.
Penalties for card violations are administrated as specified in the current official Women’s lacrosse
rulebook, as endorsed by the National Federation of State High School Associations.
A coach or an individual who receives a red card shall be ejected from the contest immediately and must miss
the next contest of the same level. Records of disqualifications’ (red cards) must be kept by the school and the
coach. The playing of an individual without the required suspension will result in forfeiture. If you have
questions about potentially ineligible participants, seek answers from the CHSAA before allowing the
individual to compete interscholastically.
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GIRLS’ LACROSSE QUALIFYING 2011-2012 (48 schools):
Centennial (8) Continental (7) Jeffco (9) Metro (6) Southern (9)
Arapahoe Chaparral Centaurus Colorado Academy Air Academy
Cherokee Trail Douglas County Chatfield Denver East Cheyenne Mountain
Cherry Creek Heritage Columbine J.F. Kennedy Fountain Valley
Eaglecrest Rangeview Conifer Kent Denver Liberty
Grandview Regis Dakota Ridge St. Mary's Academy Palmer
Mullen ThunderRidge Golden Thompson Valley Palmer Ridge
Overland Valor Christian Green Mountain Pine Creek
Smoky Hill Ralston Valley Pueblo West
Wheat Ridge Rampart
Mountain (9)
Aspen
Battle Mountain
Durango
Eagle Valley
Fruita Monument
Grand Junction
Steamboat Springs
Summit
Telluride
Teams will be placed on the bracket using the seeding system shown below. The top two teams per
conference (excluding the Mountain Conference, who has 1 qualifier) are guaranteed a spot on the
bracket. The remaining nine teams will be selected and placed on the bracket using the same seeding
system. All conference champions (excluding the Mountain Conference) are guaranteed a 2nd round
home game. The Mountain Conference will not be seeded lower than 13 th , but may be seeded higher.
Division ties and bracket placement will be resolved using the CHSAA Lacrosse Tie-breaker.
Seeding/Selection Criteria
� Conference/league standings (note: a team cannot be seeded ahead of a league team which finished
higher in league standings).
� Coaches poll
� Head-to-head results/common opponents/overall record
� Committee decision
The seeding committee will be composed of the CHSAA Lacrosse Committee chairperson, the president of the
Women’s Lacrosse Coaches Association and one representative from each league/conference (each
league/conference to determine their representative).
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1 st Round
Completed by
May 9, 2012
GIRLS QUALIFYING FORMAT
1. All girls’ lacrosse first round games will be completed by May 9, 2012. CHSAA must be notified no later than 10:00
a.m. Tuesday, May 8, 2012 of all first round game times and locations.
2. Unless a change of game time is mutually agreed on by both schools (or weather delays occur), the following game
times and dates will be used for following rounds (at the designated home field):
1 st round – Wednesday, May 9, 2012 – 4:00 p.m.
2 nd round – Saturday, May 12, 2012 – 2:00 p.m.
Quarterfinals – Wednesday, May 16, 2012 – 4:00 p.m.
3. Home Team Designation – Unless predetermined, the home team in each playoff contest shall be that team which
has the highest seed during the playoffs. If both teams have the same seed, then a coin flip will determine the home
team.
For bracketing purposes and to determine future home teams, the team designated on the bracket or by a coin flip
shall remain as the designated home team regardless of where the game is played.
Situation 1: Team A is designated the home team by a coin flip, but will not guarantee Team B’s expenses. Team B
guarantees A’s expenses and host the game.
Ruling 1: For future site consideration, A has played a home game, while B has been away.
Situation 2: Team A wins the coin flip, but chooses to travel to Team B.
Ruling 2: A has been home; B away.
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GIRLS' LACROSSE PLAYOFF BRACKET 2012
2 nd Round
Completed by
May 12, 2012
Quarterfinals
Completed by
May 16, 2012
Semi-Finals Finals
May 19, 2012 May 23, 2012
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18 *Home Team is the higher seed
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CHSAA Lacrosse Tie Breaker – Boys & Girls
A. Conference standings and tie-breaker:
1. When teams are placed on the bracket it is based on their finish within the conferences. Conference
games will determine conference standings. A point total will be determined from the following (girls
only): 2 points for a win; 1 point for an OT loss; 0 points for a loss.
2. Ties in conference standings will be resolved using the following conference procedures.
Tie Breaker for Seeding Based On Division Play Only
Head-to-head competition will be the first tie-breaker for teams with equal point totals (girls).
B. If the division game between two tied teams resulted in a tie, the tie will be broken by examining each
team’s record against the highest ranked team in their division. If the tie is still unbroken, then the
process would continue with the #2 seed and so forth until one team has beaten a common opponent and
the other has not.
Example: Team X and Team Z are tied for 3rd place with equal point totals and the game between X and Z resulted in a
tie. Team Z beat the #1 seed in their division and Team X did not, so Team Z would be the #3 seed and Team X would be
the #4 seed.
C. If 2 or more teams have the same point total, the tie will be broken by the following procedure:
1. Point totals against only the tied teams. The remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above
and proceed through the steps listed until the tie is broken.
Example: If Team A beat both B and C, their point total would be 4. If Team B beat C, but lost to A, their point
total would be 2. Team C would have 0 points. In this example, Team A would be the highest seed. B and C
would revert back to #A above to be seeded.
2. If the tie remains unbroken, the process described in #B above would be implemented until one team
is seeded. The remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above and proceed through the steps
listed until the tie is broken.
Example: If A, B and C all lost to the #1 seed, but B beat the #2 seed while A and C lost, B would be the
highest seed among the tied teams. A and C would revert back to #A above to be seeded.
D. If the tie remains unbroken, the highest seed will be the team(s) which gave up the fewest goals in
conference games between the tied teams. The remaining tied teams (if necessary) would revert back to
#A above and proceed through the steps listed until the tie is broken.
Example: If A, B and C are still tied. “A” gave up 2 goals when playing B and 3 goals when playing C for a total of
5 goals scored against. “B” had a total of 4 goals scored against and “C” a total of 6 goals scored against. “B”
would be the highest seed among the tied teams. A & C would revert back to #A above to be seeded.
E. If the tie remains unbroken, the highest seed will be the team, which gave up the fewest goals in their
game against the highest seeded conference opponent. If unbroken, the goals given up against the next
highest league opponent would break the tie proceeding through as many conference teams as necessary
to break the tie. The remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above and proceed through the steps
listed until the tie is broken.
F. If the tie remains unbroken, a coin flip will identify one team as the highest seed among the tied teams.
The remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above and proceed through the steps listed until the
tie is broken.
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Boy’s Procedures,
Playoff Format, &
Tie-Breaker Information
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BOYS’ LACROSSE PROCEDURES AND PLAYOFF FORMAT
1. CHSAA boys’ lacrosse will follow the 2012 National Federation Boys’ Lacrosse Rules.
2. No boys’ lacrosse game will end in a tie. The tie-breaking procedure as described on page 25 of
the National Federation Boys’ Lacrosse Rulebook will apply.
3. The home team in all rounds will be the higher seed.
4. Interrupted games will be continued from the point of interruption as per National Federation
Rulebook.
5. Penalty procedures will follow National Federation Rules (use of a penalty box) and CHSAA
procedures for ejected players and/or coaches.
6. Teams may take the field at playoff sites no earlier than 45 minutes before the scheduled start of
the game.
7. Unless a change of game time is mutually agreed on by both schools (or weather delays occur),
the following game time will apply for the boys’ first round contests:
1 st round, Saturday, May 5, 2012 – 2:00 p.m.
Round of 16, Wednesday, May 9, 2012 – 4:00 p.m.
8. Game times for quarterfinals (Saturday, May 12, 2012), semifinals (Wednesday, May 16, 2012)
and finals (Saturday, May 19, 2012) contests will be set by the CHSAA office.
9. Finals will be held at Sports Authority Field @ Mile High on Saturday, May 19, 2012. Time TBA.
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2012 MAJOR RULE CHANGES FOR BOYS LACROSSE
1-2-1 Specifies a penalty for failure to have a clearly marked center line
1-7-3 Specifies that all hallow crosse handles must have an end cap.
4-3-3 Revises the set up position for the faceoff.
4-3-5 Stipulates parameters for play of the ball on faceoff.
4-5-10 Defines an airborne player.
4-7-1 Specifies procedure when a player loses his stick with the ball in the head of the crosse.
4-11-3 Stipulates that a team with too few players at either end of the field is not offside if they have not gained an
advantage because the player in question is off the field of play.
4-15-1 Revises the 10 second requirement to bring the ball into the goal area.
4-27-3 Revises the procedure for an injured player returning to play following an injury timeout.
4-34 Specifies situations when the official will administer a “Get it in/ Keep it in” command.
5-3 Clarifies the rules regarding hits to the head/ neck and body.
5-4 Adds a new section for rules involving hits to the head/neck.
5-11 Stipulates that a player who accumulates 5 minutes of personal fouls has fouled out.
6-6-3 Gives authority to the officials to call conduct fouls in the same way that they make unsportsmanlike conduct
calls.
6-10-1 Specifies that the team in possession of the ball must attack the goal.
6-10-2 Specifies situations when the official can warn the offensive team to “Get it in/ Keep it in”.
7-1-1 Stipulates that a player entering the field following expiration of his penalty time must wait until possession is
gained on a faceoff.
2012 Major Editorial Changes
1-11-2 Grants authority to state associations to determine reasonable accommodations to individuals participants
with disabilities and/or special needs.
2-6-1 Specifies the timeframe that the officials maintain jurisdiction.
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VI. 2011-2012 BOYS’ LACROSSE CONFERENCES (64 schools):
FOOTHILLS-8 PIKES PEAK-8 CENTENNIAL-8 FRONT RANGE-6
Chatfield Air Academy Arapahoe Colorado Academy
Columbine C.S. School Cherokee Trail Denver East
Conifer Cheyenne Mountain Cherry Creek Denver South
Englewood Fountain Valley/CSS Eaglecrest George Washington
Evergreen Lewis-Palmer Grandview Kent Denver
Golden Palmer Mullen Machebeuf
Green Mountain Pueblo West Overland
Wheat Ridge St. Mary's Smoky Hill
NORTHERN-8 DOUGLAS COUNTY-9 SOUTH SUBURBAN-7 MOUNTAIN-10
Alexander Dawson Castleview Gateway Aspen
Boulder Chaparral Heritage Battle Mountain
Fairview Douglas County Littleton Durango
Fort Collins Highlands Ranch Rangeview Eagle Valley
Monarch Legend Regis Glenwood Springs
Prairie View Mountain Vista Ridgeview Academy Grand Junction
Thompson Valley Ponderosa Valor Christian Fruita Monument
Windsor Rock Canyon Steamboat Springs
ThunderRidge Summit
Telluride
CHSAA BOYS' LACROSSE SEEDING 2011-2012
o #1 in conference � Top 16 Seed
o Top 50% + 1 finish in each conference are eligible to be placed on the bracket
o This system is in place for 2 years
o The coaches will vote one through 1-24 (considering the following criteria)
� Conference schedule
� Common opponents
� Strength of schedule
� Goals against vs. common opponents
� Coaches poll (electronic, Top 25)
� Head to head
� Excluding out of state games
o A seeding committee will be chosen by conferences at January coaches meeting before start of season to
determine team rankings
o Conferences choose two reps all with equal voting rights
(ex: tie between 8 and 9 and/or 24 and 25)
o Tie-breaker: Front Range (2012) and Southern (2013), Mountain (2014), Northern (2015) Pike’s Peak (2016),
Centennial (2017), Douglas County (2018), Foothills (2019).
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1st Round completed by May 5, 2012
Paired by seeded position
9-24
10-23
11-22
12-21
13-20
14-19
15-18
16-17
Reshuffle after 1st round only
Second Round – Highest seed above plays 1 on down
BOYS' LACROSSE PLAYOFF BRACKET 2011-2012
#1 conf seed
16 th highest remaining seed
#8 conf seed
9 th highest remaining seed
#5 conf seed
12 th highest remaining seed
#4 conf seed
Round of 16 Quarterfinals Semifinals Finals
Completed by Saturday, Wednesday,
May 9, 2012 May 12, 2012 May 16, 2012 May 19, 2012
13th highest remaining seed
#3 conf seed
Sport’s Authority Field
@ Mile High
14 th highest remaining seed
#6 conf seed
11 th highest remaining seed
#7 conf seed
10 th highest remaining seed
#2 conf seed
15 th highest remaining seed
Quarterfinal Round and subsequent rounds, the bracket will not change
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A. Conference standings and tie-breaker:
CHSAA Lacrosse Tie Breaker – Boys & Girls
1. Conference games will determine conference standings. A point total (girls only) will be determined from the
following: 2 points for a win; 1 point for an OT loss; 0 points for a loss.
2. Ties in conference standings will be resolved using the following conference procedures.
Tie Breaker for Seeding Based On Division Play Only
A. Head-to-head competition will be the first tie-breaker for teams with equal point totals (girls).
B. If the division game between two tied teams resulted in a tie, the tie will be broken by examining each team’s record
against the highest ranked team in their division. If the tie is still unbroken, then the process would continue with
the #2 seed and so forth until one team has beaten a common opponent and the other has not.
Example: Team X and Team Z are tied for 3rd place with equal point totals and the game between X and Z resulted in a tie.
Team Z beat the #1 seed in their division and Team X did not, so Team Z would be the #3 seed and Team X would be the #4
seed.
C. If 2 or more teams have the same point total, the tie will be broken by the following procedure:
1. Point totals against only the tied teams. The remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above and proceed
through the steps listed until the tie is broken.
Example: If Team A beat both B and C, their point total would be 4. If Team B beat C, but lost to A, their point total
would be 2. Team C would have 0 points. In this example, Team A would be the highest seed. B and C would revert back
to #A above to be seeded.
2. If the tie remains unbroken, the process described in #B above would be implemented until one team is
seeded. The remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above and proceed through the steps listed until
the tie is broken.
Example: If A, B and C all lost to the #1 seed, but B beat the #2 seed while A and C lost, B would be the highest seed
among the tied teams. A and C would revert back to #A above to be seeded.
D. If the tie remains unbroken, the highest seed will be the team(s) which gave up the fewest goals in conference
games between the tied teams. The remaining tied teams (if necessary) would revert back to #A above and proceed
through the steps listed until the tie is broken.
Example: If A, B and C are still tied. “A” gave up 2 goals when playing B and 3 goals when playing C for a total of 5 goals
scored against. “B” had a total of 4 goals scored against and “C” a total of 6 goals scored against. “B” would be the highest
seed among the tied teams. A & C would revert back to #A above to be seeded.
E. If the tie remains unbroken, the highest seed will be the team, which gave up the fewest goals in their game against
the highest seeded conference opponent. If unbroken, the goals given up against the next highest league opponent
would break the tie proceeding through as many conference teams as necessary to break the tie. The remaining tied
teams would revert back to #A above and proceed through the steps listed until the tie is broken.
F. If the tie remains unbroken, a coin flip will identify one team as the highest seed among the tied teams. The
remaining tied teams would revert back to #A above and proceed through the steps listed until the tie is broken.
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Playoff Information
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INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
The following policy statements represent the general operating procedures of the CHSAA regarding
post-season games/events, tournaments/conferences that are threatened by inclement weather.
Circumstances not covered by this policy are left to the discretion of the CHSAA office for directions
and/or discussions where deemed appropriate.
Note:Schools and individuals have the added responsibility of making alternative travel plans to
contest/tournament sites based upon weather forecasts, etc. As a common factor, input and
recommendations are to be sought from the Highway Patrol Division of Highways and Travel.
Team Competition
1. Dual - The scheduled starting time and/or date of a contest/event may be adjusted upon
consultation and mutual agreement of the administrators from the two affected schools
as well as consultation with the CHSAA office.
2. Tournaments/Conferences - In the event inclement weather prevents a team(s) from
arriving on time for a scheduled contest as part of a post-season tournament, the
following steps will be enacted:
a. Notify the tournament director or designee with complete details a minimum of four
hours prior to the scheduled starting time the day the tournament is to begin and/or
other affected days of the tournament.
b. If unable to arrive for the scheduled starting time, that segment of the bracket (game)
will be moved to a later time slot that evening, following the completion of all
scheduled contests.
c. In the event “b” is not possible, the game(s) will be rescheduled the following
morning-- where the schedule permits --at a time to be set by the tournament
director.
d. In the event “c” is not possible and the contest(s) cannot be rescheduled due to
facility and/or schedule conflicts, etc. the contest shall be declared a forfeit. When a
consolation bracket is involved, the team unable to make the contest will enter the
consolation bracket.
e. When the number of schools participating is 25% or more that are unable to be
present, the tournament/conference director -- in consultation with the CHSAA --
shall postpone all or part of the day's contests/activities. Alternative brackets and
time schedules shall be determined by the director -- in consultation with the CHSAA
-- which may include extending the activity.
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AWARDS
Awards for the 2012 lacrosse playoffs will be as follows: championship team receives a trophy;
second place team receives a plaque.
No third place game will be held. All athletes participating in the final four championship
tournament will receive participation certificates suitable for framing.
SELECTION OF OFFICIALS
Officials for the preliminary round, first round, quarterfinal, semifinal and championship playoff
games will be selected and assigned by the CHSAA.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
It is imperative that each team which has a chance to qualify for the 2012 lacrosse playoffs complete
the program information sheet and mail it to the CHSAA by May 1, 2012. This information will be
very valuable in completing press releases relative to the playoffs. Gate lists for team admission will
be developed from the team rosters.
TRAVEL GUARANTEE
Each hosting school in the first round, preliminary and quarterfinal round must guarantee expenses
for a total of 18 visiting participants (including coaches, managers, statisticians, etc.).
TRAINERS
Trainers will be provided by the CHSAA office at the semifinal and final contests. If your team
qualifies for playoff contests and is accompanied by a certified trainer, please notify the opposing
school and the CHSAA representative (semifinal and final contests).
NUMBER OF PASSES
Participating schools may have no more than 45 players in uniform and no more than 53 people on
the sideline at any time. Gate lists will be developed from roster information requested in this
bulletin and submitted to the CHSAA. Only 45 players and the 8 additional team personnel listed on
the official team roster will be admitted free at the host site. It will be the responsibility of the visiting
school to present a copy of the official team roster to gate personnel when arriving at away contests.
Official team rosters for the semifinal and final contests will be compiled by the CHSAA.
If additional school passes are required, they may be purchased at the prevailing rate from the
CHSAA office.
SUPPORT GROUP ADMISSION
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Cheerleaders must be in uniform (25 limit), accompanied by two sponsors. Band members must have
an instrument in possession and be accompanied by the director. NOTE: Two sponsors for
cheerleaders, one director for bands will be admitted at no charge.
SPIRIT ENTRY
Roster maximum as designated by classification plus 2 coaches.
FINANCIAL REPORT FOR PLAYOFF GAMES
Each playoff host school has the responsibility of completing a financial report that will be e-mailed
to you after your playoff game. This report should be e-mailed back to the CHSAA office within
seven (7) days following the completion of the game it hosts.
TICKET PRICES FOR PLAYOFF GAMES
Admission prices for the 2012 lacrosse playoffs are as follows:
Boys & Girls’ 1 st Rd., 2 nd Rd. & Quarterfinals Boys & Girl’s Semifinals
General Admission .......... $6.00 General Admission ....... $7.00
Students (K-12) ................. $5.00 Students (K-12) .............$5.00
Children to 4 years ........... no charge Children to 4 years ........ no charge
Boys’ & Girls’ Finals ....TBA
Guarantees
Each host school must guarantee the expenses of the visiting school. Information relative to the host
school’s specific responsibilities as they relate to mileage and meals may be found in the Tournament
and Playoff Finance Committee Report of the 2010-2011 Legislative Council Minutes. Please refer to
guarantee, meal allowance (Item VI), and transportation allowance (Item VIII-Lacrosse) for more
detailed information.
NOTE: “Metro Area Defined” (2010-2011 Legislative Council Minutes) limits travel reimbursement
to a 60-mile radius of the state championship site.
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GUIDELINES FOR WORKING RELATIONS WITH THE MEDIA
Media exposure has indeed become a major segment of interscholastic athletics over recent years, be it the
print medium, radio and/or television. The most enticing aspect of this spectrum of publicity is that it's all
free!
Along these lines, a few well-planned minutes at this juncture could result in dividends by way of stimulating
community and regional support that may well reflect in increased gate attendance and revenue. No doubt,
you're in the midst of a hectic schedule with staff meetings, duplicating playbooks, schedules and checking
final plans, but we urge that you initiate contact now with members of the media serving your school and
community.
There are a number of ways to accomplish this and the following outline is a suggestion you might consider
adopting - one that would not only add that missing dimension to your program, but one that might possibly
spawn a number of new professional and personal relationships with members of your community as well.
PRE-SEASON PERIOD:
* Make a personal call to the prep sports editor of your local newspaper and/or radio station and invite
him/her out to lunch. If there is more than one newspaper - even if only a "weekly" edition - repeat the
invitation. One note of caution, DON'T delegate this duty to one of your assistants. But, in some
instances it might be good to include them.
* Provide all media outlets with the following paperwork to prevent calls during the school year and to
make certain your school is included in all coverage:
1. Complete varsity, J.V. and frosh/soph schedules reflecting opponent, site and starting times.
2. Complete roster reflecting first and last name, uniform number, position, year in school, height, weight and
experience.
3. List of head coach at each level, their phone extension number at school and the time of day they have their
free period.
4. List home phone number of head coach at each level. This is necessary in that some prep writers and
broadcasters work evening shifts.
5. Arrange for picture day with your local newspaper and make certain players are in game uniforms and
NOT practice gear. One picture in the paper will do more publicity than a thousand words.
6. Contact your local media for the numbers of the Sports Department you should call with game results and
check into the deadline times.
7. Arrange for press seating at home games and notify the media where they may sit.
REGULAR SEASON:
� Assign a specific person to telephone the results - win or loss - IMMEDIATELY after the game. Many
media outlets have early deadlines and even though you call 10 minutes before the deadline, it still takes
time to write the story. If you have an away game, call before boarding the bus and not after arriving
home. Keep in mind, the earlier the call; your chances of better coverage are increased. Never assume that
your opponent will call in the results; take the initiative to call after each and every game.
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GOOD PRESS RELATIONS
MEDIA/PHOTO PASSES
Most working media and photographers have been issued CHSAA Media and Photo Passes for the
2011-2012 season. Please honor these passes for admission to an event. The person producing the pass
is expecting to cover the event. Should any problems arise with either the Media or Photo passes, or
any abuse of passes, please contact the CHSAA. Photographers must also have a media pass.
Another way to help your coverage and lessen chances for problems with the media is to notify them
in advance of your interview policy and photography restrictions.
HELP US HELP YOU
If you have any noteworthy materials on your teams, players or staff please let the CHSAA Office of
Media, Promotion, and Marketing know. If it is of a statewide interest, it may be used in the weekly
release providing your programs with additional exposure.
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF SPORTSMANSHIP
THE PARTICIPANT
1) Treats opponents with respect.
2) Plays hard, but plays within the rules.
3) Exercises self-control at all times, setting
the example for others to follow.
4) Respects officials and accepts their decisions
without gesture or argument.
5) Wins without boasting, loses without
excuses, and never quits.
6) Always remembers that it is a privilege to
represent the school and community.
THE COACH
1) Treats own participants and opponents with respect.
2) Inspires in the athletes a love for the game
and the desire to compete fairly.
3) Is the type of person he/she wants the athletes to be.
4) Disciplines those on the team who display
unsportsmanlike behavior.
5) Respects the judgment and interpretation of the
rules by the officials.
6) Knows he/she is a teacher, and understands the
athletic arena is a classroom.
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THE SPECTATOR
1) Attempts to understand and be informed of the playing rules.
2) Appreciates a good play no matter who makes it.
3) Cooperates with and responds enthusiastically to cheerleaders.
4) Shows compassion for an injured participant; applauds positive
performances; does not heckle, jeer or distract participants; and
avoids use of profane and obnoxious language and behavior.
5) Respects the judgment and strategy of the coach, and does not
criticize participants or coaches for loss of a game.
6) Respects property of others and authority of those who
administer the competition.
7) Censures those whose behavior is unbecoming.
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During the winter season, athletic
trainers and coaches should remind
athletes that extended exposure to the
cold and wind, without proper protection,
can be truly dangerous. A combination of
low environmental temperatures and
gusting winds can lead to dangerous body
conditions, including hypothermia and
frostbite.
Hypothermia
Any athlete who participates in
outdoor recreation should guard against
excessive heat loss and recognize the
following progressive signs of
hypothermia, a potentially fatal condition.
1) Constant shivering: this is an
attempt by the body to generate heat.
2) Apathy, slurring of speech,
listlessness, involuntary muscle
movement, croaky voice, sleepiness and
generalized rigidity of muscles.
3) Unconsciousness, pupils that are
abnormally dilated and that react
sluggishly to light, very slow pulse and
respiratory rates.
4) Freezing of hands and/or feet.
If nothing is done to prevent further
loss of body heat or to start the warming
process once these stages have begun,
heartbeat and respiration can fail as
quickly as an hour and a half after
shivering starts, leading swiftly to death.
For this reason, prompt initial care is of
utmost importance.
If hypothermia symptoms have
progressed beyond Stage 1, you must act
quickly:
Take the victim to a warm area; remove
wet clothing and gradually warm the
body. This can be accomplished by
wrapping the individual’s torso in warm,
dry blankets, making sure to include the
underarms and groin area. The
extremities also should be dried and
covered.
Next, place the victim near a heat
source, such as a fire or heater. External
heat may also be provided by putting the
victim in a tub of warm water. If these
facilities are not available, you can
attempt to warm the victim using your
own body heat. Consuming warm liquids
and foods can also aid in the warming
process.
If the victim goes beyond Stage 2 (loses
consciousness), he should be taken to a
medical facility immediately.
Cold Weather Hints
Athletes can lower their risk of hypothermia
And frostbite by dressing to maintain warmth.
Frostbite
In severely cold conditions, frostbite
becomes another major concern for
outdoor enthusiasts. Sub-freezing air
temperatures, especially when combined
with wind, can freeze unprotected skin
tissue. The most susceptible areas are the
fingers, toes, ears and exposed parts of the
face.
Common frostbite warning signals
include a tingling or burning sensation.
Pain, numbness and discoloration of the
skin (frostbitten areas have a yellowwhite,
waxy appearance). In extreme
cold, however, flesh may freeze quickly
without warning due to the cold’s
anesthetizing effect on the skin.
Keeping cold and dampness away from
the skin is the best protection against
frostbite. Wool hats, scarves and ski
masks will protect the face and ears.
Shoes and gloves should not be too tight,
as this restricts circulation and increases
the risk of freezing the fingers and toes,
especially if they become wet. (More
about cold-weather dressing is included
later in this article.)
You can also help ward off frostbite
with physical actions, such as wiggling
fingers and toes, making faces and
working the muscles to increase the
supply of blood to various areas.
If frostbite should occur, treatment
depends on the extent of damage.
“Frost-nip”, or minor frostbite, is
usually not serious if promptly treated. It
can be handled on the spot by warming
the affected area until the skin thaws. The
part should never be rubbed with the
hands or with snow, as permanent injury
can result.
To re-warm the affected area, remove
whatever clothing is necessary and then
immerse the frostbitten part in a container
of water slightly warmer than body
temperature (100-105F). Re-warming
should be continued until normal color
has returned to the whole area.
Do not attempt to re-warm a frostbitten
part over a fire or with dry heat, as this
can cause burning and more damage.
Also, don’t try to exercise the part during
the re-warming stages.
Freezing of muscles, blood vessels and
other tissues (deep frostbite) causes
intense pain to the injured area, followed
by a complete loss of sensation. The
frozen part does not re-warm with simple
measures and is frozen to a gray solid.
In this more severe case, the affected
part should not be further exposed to
cold. Move the victim to a warm area so
the overall body temperature can be
stabilized. The victim should be
transported to a medical facility
immediately.
A body part that has been frostbitten is
more likely to be injured by cold in the
future. A person who suffers frostbite
should remember this and take
extra precautions to protect that area from
the cold.
Dressing for Warmth
One of the most important factors in
preventing conditions such as
hypothermia and frostbite is knowing
how to dress to maintain warmth.
Clothing should be layered, relatively
loose-fitting and not constricting around
the ankles and wrists.
A basic layering scheme begins with a
cotton/synthetic blend garment next to the
skin. Down, if not wet, can be a good
middle layer. Wool is an excellent outer
layer, primarily because it dries from the
inside out, carrying moisture away from
the body. At the same time, wool has a
porous density that allows air to be
trapped and warmed.
When the wind picks up, additional
layers of protection are needed. Nylon
windbreakers and pants provide the best
barrier against wind and rain.
Wearing a hat is extremely important.
If you’re bundled up but bareheaded, 40
to 50 percent of your body heat can be lost
through the head.
The hands and feet also should be wellprotected,
as they are among the first
parts of the body to feel the effects of the
cold. Wear calf- or knee-length socks
rather than the low-cut type, which are
more appropriate for warmer weather.
The key for athletes who plan to be
outdoors in the winter is to be prepared. It
may mean the difference between
enjoying the season and having it end in
tragedy.
These tips are suggested as emergency
preventative measures and are not intended to
replace complete medical care. Always seek the
advice of a physician for follow-up care of
conditions involving overexposure to cold.
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CHSAA Awards Ceremony for CHSAA Team Championship presentations
For Baseball, Basketball, Field Hockey, Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, and Softball
A CHSAA administrator(s) will have walkie-talkies on-site to communicate with the game announcer
for the Championship and Runner-up trophies presentation.
At the conclusion of a Championship Event the following will occur:
� The school administration from both participating schools is to instruct their students not to
enter the playing surface prior to the game’s end. School personnel along with game security
are to assist facility security in keeping students and fans off the playing surface until the awards
ceremony is completed.
� Both teams are encouraged to celebrate the occasion among themselves with their coaching staff.
� During the spontaneous team celebration game administration will place a small light weight
portable table near the middle of the playing surface (may be provided by the CHSAA w/
CHSAA drape or the host site) with the state championship and runner-up trophies placed on it.
� Both teams, coaches and athletic administrator will be prompted by the game announcer (using
a CHSAA prepared announcement) to proceed to the middle of the playing surface to exchange
handshakes.
� Immediately at the conclusion of the team hand shake the announcer will announce use the
script prepared by the CHSAA to award the state runner-up trophy. All team members and their
coaching staff of the runner-up team will move be awarded the runner-up trophy and pose for
pictures as needed. The second place team is expected to participate in the awards ceremony.
� Immediately at the conclusion team runner-up trophy presentation, the announcer will
announce the awarding of the state championship trophy following the prepared script.
� All team members and coaches of the championship team will move to be awarded the
championship trophy and pose for pictures as needed.
Note: This award process will take approximately 10 minutes at the conclusion of the contest.
The use of the CHSAA provided walkie-talkies is to facilitate communication with the
announcer in the press box with regard to the awarding of the trophies. Whenever possible the
use of a cordless microphone on the field of play should be used where an announcer can follow
the script while on the field of play.
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This form will be used for both the Gate List and the Program Information. If your team has a chance
to qualify for the state tournament, please complete this form no later than MAY 1, 2012
ONLY THOSE LISTED ON THIS GATE LIST WILL BE ADMITTED FREE. TOTAL OF 45
INDIVIDUALS: 45 PLAYERS IN UNIFORM - 8 NON-PLAYING TEAM PERSONNEL - DO NOT
LIST MORE THAN 53 PEOPLE.
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BOYS/GIRLS State LACROSSE Program Information
Win/loss Results
School: Win loss:
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Your
Score
Opponent Opponent
Score
32