LaxRef
04-26-2006, 12:22 PM
Here are the most important stick requirements, which will be stickied since it is the most common question we get here. If you think I've missed something, PM me and I'll add it to the list.
Head must be 6.5 inches-10 inches wide at the widest point, inside measurement.
Head must be at least 10 inches long from the outside edge of the top of the head to the furthest exposed (NFHS) or unexposed (NCAA) edge of the ball stop.
Crosse must be 40"-42" (short stick) or 52"-72" (long pole), overall length. There is no rule regarding length of shaft or head taken alone, only as a unit.
Ball must dislodge freely from the stick when the head is rotated toward the ground. If the ball is still in the crosse when it reaches horizontal it is illegal, whether the ball subsequently rolls out or stays lodged.
Sidewall may not be more than 2" high (NCAA only; no mention in NFHS except GK sidewall may not be more than 2" high).
There may be no lip or hook in the mesh that might ensnare the ball.
Shaft may not be bent or cambered (although STX Crankshaft stick is legal for NCAA play when used as sold per COC Rules Bulletin).
The stick, when placed face-down on a table, may have no part more than 2.75 inches above the table.
Circumference of handle may not exceed 3.5 inches.
Under NFHS rules, a crosse may not have two ball stops.
The pocket may not be deep enough for you to see the top of the ball from the side.
The bottom part of the weaving must be firmly attached to the throat of the crosse.
Hole in hollow shaft not properly covered.
Hanging strings or leathers more than 6 inches long.
No ball stop.
Multiple colors in mesh.
Adjusting the crosse after an official requests to see it.
If a player scores a goal and then is found to have a violation marked with an asterisk before the next live ball, that goal will be disallowed. Previous goals are allowed to stand.
NOTE: There is no rule that states an official is to test if the ball gets stuck in the BACK side of the head of the crosse. However, if this occurs in the game, it is an immediate whistle and the ball is awarded to the opponent. This is most commonly seen after face offs. This does NOT mean the crosse is illegal in any manner.
Head must be 6.5 inches-10 inches wide at the widest point, inside measurement.
Head must be at least 10 inches long from the outside edge of the top of the head to the furthest exposed (NFHS) or unexposed (NCAA) edge of the ball stop.
Crosse must be 40"-42" (short stick) or 52"-72" (long pole), overall length. There is no rule regarding length of shaft or head taken alone, only as a unit.
Ball must dislodge freely from the stick when the head is rotated toward the ground. If the ball is still in the crosse when it reaches horizontal it is illegal, whether the ball subsequently rolls out or stays lodged.
Sidewall may not be more than 2" high (NCAA only; no mention in NFHS except GK sidewall may not be more than 2" high).
There may be no lip or hook in the mesh that might ensnare the ball.
Shaft may not be bent or cambered (although STX Crankshaft stick is legal for NCAA play when used as sold per COC Rules Bulletin).
The stick, when placed face-down on a table, may have no part more than 2.75 inches above the table.
Circumference of handle may not exceed 3.5 inches.
Under NFHS rules, a crosse may not have two ball stops.
The pocket may not be deep enough for you to see the top of the ball from the side.
The bottom part of the weaving must be firmly attached to the throat of the crosse.
Hole in hollow shaft not properly covered.
Hanging strings or leathers more than 6 inches long.
No ball stop.
Multiple colors in mesh.
Adjusting the crosse after an official requests to see it.
If a player scores a goal and then is found to have a violation marked with an asterisk before the next live ball, that goal will be disallowed. Previous goals are allowed to stand.
NOTE: There is no rule that states an official is to test if the ball gets stuck in the BACK side of the head of the crosse. However, if this occurs in the game, it is an immediate whistle and the ball is awarded to the opponent. This is most commonly seen after face offs. This does NOT mean the crosse is illegal in any manner.