The Eastern Massachusetts Lacrosse Officials Association (EMLOA) provides officiating services for all levels of Men's and Boy's lacrosse. The primary territory for delivering our services includes leagues and schools located throughout Eastern and Central Massachusetts.
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2026 EMLOA DUES ALL MEMBERS AND New Candidates
EFFECTIVE MARCH 2
Dues payments for 2026 are $135 if mailed by check to address below.
For New Candidates:
If you are currently enrolled for the 2026 EMLOA (adult) New Candidates class and you want to pay by check, amount
is $160 $135. This covers the discounted class fee
of $25 and 2026 EMLOA dues of $110. Mail to:
EMLOA c/o Mel
McKee
227 Winter St.
Ashland, MA 01721
If you are a currently enrolled in the 2026 EMLOA New Candidates class and you want to pay online, that option is available (2026
New Cand $160 $139).
Returning members can use the below payment button for dues payment which includes the credit card processing fee. $139
To continue to the payment platform, click on the Buy Now button below.
Scan QR code for 2026 Dues payment of $137
MYL Convention Gillette Stadium Feb 1, 2026
EMLOA was front an center at the Massachusetts Youth Lacrosse Convention held at Gillette Stadium on February 1. It was the fourth annual meeting where we have made ourselves available to support MYL and be there to promote EMLOA as a vital part of youth lacrosse. We also conducted two classes for our highly successful Associate Officials program, where we train high school age players to become officials for the various youth leagues. The program lays the foundation for many who have come back to EMLOA in later years to become full fledged officials.
The Patriots send-off celebration created a slight distraction, but also gave everyone a chance to observe it from the warmth of the club area.
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BOYS LACROSSE REFS WANTED
We have lots of openings for lacrosse officials in Eastern and Central Mass. If you are interested in joining our ranks, apply below. We have a program for everyone!
AGES 18 and OLDER -If you are 18 or older, you have two choices:
1) Full EMLOA - sign up and take the new candidates classes. You can do HS Varsity, sub-Varsity and Youth. With some experience, you can advance to men's games and College games.
2) Apprentice EMLOA - this program is geared towards two groups, 1) college aged adults (former AO's) and 2) parents/coaches of youth players (Dads with Flags). College students can officiate HS subvarsity games (with an adult) as well as any level of Youth lacrosse. Dad's with Flags can do the same.
If you'd like to become a Lacrosse Official in 2026, email newlaxref@gmail.com We will respond with information on Training and Certification. Click on the "Become a Ref" tab above for more information.
AGES 17 and UNDER:
If you are a HS student under the age of 18 you have one choice:
Associate Official - go to Associate Officials pages for more information.
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2026 ASSOCIATE Officials
(High School Age Group)
The 2026 Associate Official (High School aged officials) Training Program is currently in the planning stages. To access ALL pertinent information relating to the AO program, click here - Associate Officials Page or click on the Associate Officials link on the menu at the top of this page. You will find information on the following topics:
AO Certification and Recertification Process including Nomination Process, Registration Process, Training Classes and Testing, Mentoring and Evaluations/Observations
AO Pay Rates and Coverage
PAY ASSOCIATE OFFICIALS REGISTRATION/DUES - Information for paying your 2026 Associate Officials Registration/Dues is available at the following link on the Associate Officials page Registration and Payment .
NEW RULES AND PROCEDURES FOR 2026
NCAA Rules changes for 2026 and NFHS (high school) rule changes are posted on the Rules & Mechanics tab
LACROSSE 2026 Recommended game fees
Varsity $104
Jr. Varsity/Freshman $78
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