What coaching certification does the OLA require for box lacrosse?
Rule- Ontario
- Ontario Lacrosse Association
- Box lacrosse
- Minor box
- U9-U22
- 2026
- Coaches
The OLA's minimum requirements for all bench personnel in box divisions are:
| Division | U9, U11, U13 | U15, U17, U22 | Junior to Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| All coaches | Community Development | Community Development | Community Development |
| Second year | Community Development | Competitive Introduction | Competitive Introduction |
| Bench staff | 4 coaches + 1 trainer | 4 coaches + 1 trainer | 5 coaches + 1 trainer |
For U7, a minimum of one certified coach (Community Development) and one certified trainer is required, along with up to three registered and approved volunteers.
OLA Regulation MR2.14(a) says all approved bench personnel must meet the requirements of the OLA Coaching Pathway to take part in OLA sanctioned games. All rep teams must have a certified coach and a certified trainer on the bench.
Sources: https://www.ontariolacrosse.com/become-coach and https://www.ontariolacrosse.com/s/OLA-Regulations-2026.pdf
Added 25 Oct 2026