COACHING RESOURCES
Coaching Certification Requirements
To be on the sideline on game day, the NCJLA requires all coaches to have a laminated “NCJLA Certified Coach” card. To receive a card, coaches must complete the following steps.
For more information on NCJLA Coaching Requirements and details on coaching courses CLICK HERE
Returning Coaches
Renew your US Lacrosse Membership + Complete Background Check
- Make sure you indicate you are a coach for the "Novato Lacrosse Club"
- After you complete your membership renewal and submit payment, you will receive an email titled "BACKGROUND CHECK NEEDED". You must complete the background check within 10 days of your US Lacrosse renewal date.
Complete the following ANNUAL REQUIRED courses
Download your certifications or proof of completion and email to coachingreg@novatolacrosse.org
NEW Coaches
Register for US Lacrosse Membership + Complete Background Check
- Make sure you indicate you are a coach for the "Novato Lacrosse Club"
- After you complete your membership renewal and submit payment, you will receive an email titled "BACKGROUND CHECK NEEDED". You must complete the background check within 10 days of your US Lacrosse renewal date.
Complete the following courses:
- Positive Coaching Alliance: PCA Workshop ("Double Goal Coach: Coaching for Winning and Life Lessons")
- US Lacrosse Coaches Education: Developing Individual Athletes or Level 1
- Age Level Rules Test
- Concussion Certification
- Watch Coaching Videos
Download your certifications or proof of completion and email to coachingreg@novatolacrosse.org
COACHING QUICK LINKS
US LACROSSE BOYS' RULES
US Lacrosse Rules cover both gameplay rules and administrative rules.
US LACROSSE GIRLS' RULES
US Lacrosse Rules cover both gameplay rules and administrative rules.
NCJLA Coaching Resources
NCJLA Certified Coaches Program and Resources
COACH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The US Lacrosse Coach Development Program is the surest way to access everything you need to know to be a great lacrosse coach. Learn the art of effective lacrosse coaching with this nationally-recognized program designed by experts in the field.
MOBILE COACH
Browse a library of hundreds of lacrosse videos and drills at three ability levels, seamlessly build a practice plan for your team, print your plan or digitally share it with your team and others.
NCJLA OPERATIONS GUIDE
Everything you need to know about the current operations of the NCJLA. This guide will provide useful information relevant to member clubs fielding teams during the regular spring season and to those considering future membership.
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