How do the OLA shot clock, 10-second and back-over rules work in minor box?
Rule- Ontario
- Ontario Lacrosse Association
- Box lacrosse
- Minor box
- U9-U22
- 2026
- Coaches
From the 2026 OLA Modified Rules: Minor Box Lacrosse:
- Shot clock: 30 seconds from U11 to U22 (not applicable at U9).
- 10-second rule: each team has 10 seconds to advance the ball over the centre line during any possession (not applicable at U9).
- Back-over: once in the offensive half, the team cannot carry, direct or cause the ball back into its defensive half during any possession (not applicable at U9).
Source: https://www.ontariolacrosse.com/s/2026-Minor-Box-Rule-Modifications.pdf
Added 25 Oct 2026