What else changed in girls lacrosse for 2027?
Rule- Girls lacrosse
- USA
- NFHS
- High school
- Grades 9-12
- Varsity
- Boys and girls lacrosse
- NFHS lacrosse rules
- 2027 rules
- Officials
Other 2027 NFHS girls lacrosse changes:
- Possession clock (Rule 3-8, new): state associations may adopt a 90-second possession clock. The team in possession must attempt a shot on goal within 90 seconds of gaining possession.
- Free position after minor fouls (Rule 9-1 penalties): any player on the offended team who is on the field may take the free position.
- Switching sticks (Rule 9-1h): players may not switch sticks with other players on the field during play. Doing so is a minor foul.
- Goals at the horn (Rule 4-8): new guidance on when a goal counts after a shot released before the horn ending a quarter or overtime period. The criteria now match the NFHS boys rules.
- Holding (Rule 10-1m): "tagging" has been removed from the definition.
- Home jerseys (Rule 2-9-4): from January 1, 2031, home teams must wear white jerseys.
2027 points of emphasis:
- leading by example
- repeated midfield fouls
- efficient draw administration
- the NFHS Authenticating Mark on game balls
Added 21 Oct 2026