FIL- Federation of International Lacrosse

This is the official website for the Federation of International Lacrosse™, abbreviated FIL™, which was established in August 2008 in a merger of both the men's and women's international lacrosse associations. The new organization will be responsible for the Men's World Lacrosse Championship, World Indoor Lacrosse Championship, Women's Lacrosse World Cup, and both Men's and Women's Under-19 World Lacrosse Championships. These events are held every four years. Stay up to date on all international lacrosse events and results, participating member nations and lacrosse development activities around the world.

“Check!” / Artwork © Michael Gottleib Rules Committees and Reports Men's and Women's Rules Committees Men's Annual Report / Updated: 08-Jan-10 Women's Annual Report / Updated: 10-Nov-09 Men's Rules Committee Chair Graham Lester – ENG: lacrossereferee@aol.com Women's Rules Committee Chair Susie Ganzenmuller – USA: susieganz@comcast.net		Men's Field Lacrosse
		International Playing Rules Updated: 22-Mar-10
		Bench Official’s Handbook Updated: 22-Mar-10
		How to Suggest a Rule Change Updated: 10-Nov-09
		NCAA vs FIL™ Rules Matrix Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Rules Interpretation Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Sample Test Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Co-ed (Mixed) Rules Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Men's indoor Lacrosse
		International Playing Rules Updated: 31-Aug-10
		How to Suggest a Rule Change Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Rules Interpretation Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Sample Test Updated: 10-Nov-09


		Women's Field Lacrosse
		International Playing Rules Updated: 06-Dec-09
		Manufacturer's Crosse Specs Updated: 10-Nov-09
		How to Suggest a Rule Change Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Trial Rules Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Rules Interpretation Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Sample Test Updated: 10-Nov-09
		Co-ed (Mixed) Rules Updated: 10-Nov-09

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