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The latest step taken by US Lacrosse to help advance player safety is the hire of Abby Morris as the full-time manager for the SafeSport Program.

Just two qualifying weekends remain on #RoadToDelaware as US Lacrosse Nationals' picture begins to take shape

Club teams earned points for US Lacrosse Nationals bid at seven tournaments

Tournament company founded by Krystin Porcella runs US Lacrosse Nationals qualifiers as part of NGB's sanctioned tournament program

Events from California to the Carolinas help club squads earn points toward US Lacrosse Nationals bid

Many leagues and teams are indeed doing a great job making sure safe, trusted coaches are on the field. But we cannot be sure that local checks include national databases that might help keep predators out of our sport.

US Lacrosse, the sport’s national governing body, encourages players of all skill levels to register for a U.S. National Team Player Performance Camp scheduled to begin in August. Camps will be held at the following locations:

Findings from a recent research study on the effects of head protection on player safety in girls’ high school lacrosse indicate that there may be an elevated risk of injury with the use of certain styles of headgear. 

Qualification season for the US Lacrosse Nationals continued over the weekend with five of the US Lacrosse sanctioned tournament partners hosting a total of six qualifiers along the East Coast. Club teams in the 14U, 13U and 12U age groups earned points on the #RoadToDelaware toward the 10th annual Nationals, which is set for Aug. 2-5, 2018, at DE Turf Sports Complex in Frederica, Del.

A summary of the qualifiers, as provided by on-site staff:

As one playing season comes to an end, it's important for young players to take a proper break before jumping into the next season. Here are some tips to prepare your athlete for long-term success in lacrosse.