2025-Feb-21 from Mary Pluff

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1 - Illegal Stick Contact (Horizontal Stick) - it is illegal to hold a stick in a horizontal position (not between 10 o'clock and 2 'o'clock) and make contact with an opponent's body or crosse. Talk with your partner during your pregame and go over this rule. Tell coaches in the pregame and call it early in the game to stop it. Do not leave this call for the next crew to come clean up. We all need to be more consistent with calling this.  

2 - Professionalism - Officials must uphold the highest standards of professionalism by speaking respectfully to coaches and players, using only the language of the rules. Regardless of how others behave, officials set and maintain the standard—avoiding arguments over calls and calmly explaining decisions when necessary.
Be mindful of how you communicate with players. These are young ladies, and nothing inappropriate should ever be said—perception matters. Even well-intended jokes can be misinterpreted. Stick to the language of the rules. Any reports of inappropriate interactions will be reviewed and addressed as needed.

3 - 2025 Officials Training Manual -  The San Diego local board had some hard copies printed and professionally (spiral) bound. This is a great resource!  If anyone is interested in a copy, I have 4 copies left in my possession - $15 each that you will Venmo to their board directly, and I will get it to you immediately.

4 - We had a great turn out for the Test Review & Rules Questions session.  Thanks to all those that submitted questions and attended.  The next session will be scheduled for Monday, March 3 from 8-9pm PST.   Submit your questions to either Steve or myself.

A huge thank you to each of you for your incredible dedication! You’re traveling hundreds of miles, covering countless games, and opening doors for so many girls to experience one of the greatest sports of all time.