With the explosive growth of the sport of lacrosse around the country, the need for knowledgeable, experienced coaches and officials is greater than ever before. US Lacrosse is committed to providing opportunities to develop these important leaders.

The Coaches Education Program
In accordance with the US Lacrosse Strategic Plan, the US Lacrosse Coaches Education Program has been established to create a multi-level, national, standardized education curriculum and additional resources that are accessible to all coaches at every level. The Coaches Education Program is developed and implemented by the Coaches Education Committee and the US Lacrosse Sport Development department.
• Fall 2008 Instructional Clinics for Coaches 
• Winter 2009 Instructional Clinics for Coaches

National Player Clinics
The U.S. Men's and Women's National Teams Programs routinely conduct inexpensive one-day clinics around the country for youth lacrosse players. To see the schedule of upcoming clinics or learn more about them click here.

Officials' Training Programs
Are you ready for the stripes? US Lacrosse offers comprehensive training for both new and advancing men's and women's lacrosse officials in many locations throughout the country. Contact officials@uslacrosse.org to find out more about men's lacrosse officials' training in your area. If you want to get more information on getting certified for women's lacrosse in your area, please contact your local board of the Women's Division Official Council (WDOC).

Physical Education Curriculum for Schools
Have more fun in PE class by teaching lacrosse with our comprehensive, easy-to-use, student centered physical education curriculum! Lacrosse is a fast paced activity that keeps students moving and helps encourage higher fitness levels. This is currently the only lacrosse-specific school curriculum available and we’ve made it easy to implement it into your current physical education programs.
• Complete lacrosse physical education curriculum for elementary, middle school and high school phys ed classes is now available

The US Lacrosse/Nationwide Parents' Guide
This online guide, sponsored by Nationwide® Insurance, serves as an introduction to the sport for parents who are relatively new to the game. The information provided - from game rules to coaching suggestions - is designed to help parents in their understanding of the sport.

Recruiting U 
In the fall of 2008, Lacrosse Magazine launched a year-long series examining the current state of college recruiting, a topic on which families, prospects, coaches and others expend considerable resources, time and emotion. The articles will be posted here as they are completed.

Go Shopping: Purchase Educational Resources
US Lacrosse provides members and future members with a number of valuable pieces of information with the US Lacrosse Online Store. Books, manuals and videos to assist coaches, officials and players are available for purchase and US Lacrosse members receive a 10 percent discount.

Additional Resources
• Sportsmanship Card