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Washington Women's Lacrosse Officials Association
Washington Women's Lacrosse Officials Association
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    • About Us
    • Officials
      • Season Ready Checklist
      • Training Clinics
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      • Rules
      • WWLOA Scholarship
    • Coaches/Teams
      • Feedback/Request Forms
      • Host a Rules Mini-Clinic
      • Game Conduct
      • Rules

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Officials
    • Season Ready Checklist
    • Training Clinics
    • Helpful Resources
    • Rules
    • WWLOA Scholarship
  • Coaches/Teams
    • Feedback/Request Forms
    • Host a Rules Mini-Clinic
    • Game Conduct
    • Rules

ABOUT WWLOA

WWLOA is the Washington Women’s Lacrosse Officials Association. We are a non-profit membership organization that trains, supports, and develops women's lacrosse officials in Washington state.  We also facilitate game assignments for Washington State league play and approved tournaments. 

purpose

purpose

purpose

WWLOA officials are trained, rated and certified in accordance with the guidelines set forth by USA Lacrosse for official levels including Youth (10U, 12U , 14U), and High School.  WWLOA officials also often officiate college-club,  post-collegiate club, or NCAA games. 

mission

purpose

purpose

The mission of WWLOA is to promote and facilitate a safe environment for women’s lacrosse, train and rate officials, develop and retain officials, and contribute to the overall values of sportsmanship and teamwork in the state of Washington. 

history

purpose

history

The organization was established in the mid 1990's and later incorporated as WWLOA. During the past several decades, WWLOA has trained hundreds of officials and these officials have officiated thousands of women’s lacrosse games.

SPIRIT OF THE GAME

WWLOA believes in safe, fun and competitive play

WWLOA recognizes that women’s lacrosse players are allowed to play with passion, speed, and intensity. At the same time, WWLOA reminds players that their conduct on the field should comply with the rules and be consistent with the “spirit of the game”.


US Lacrosse has established a philosophy to maintain the “spirit of the game”. This philosophy is stated in the US Lacrosse Women’s Rule Book and states that “players…should observe the intent of the rules, making a sincere effort to observe them and not attempting to take advantage of them”.  Also, “players…should be vigilant when…playing…so that the safety of all players and the integrity of the game are maintained”.


wwloa diversity, equity, & inclusion statement

WWLOA is committed to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion within its membership and within the broader Lacrosse community. 


WWLOA respects, values, and celebrates the positive impact that people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives (coming together in an inclusive and collaborative environment) bring to our sport, enhancing the experience for all involved. 


We seek to “honor the game” by establishing and maintaining an inclusive culture that encourages understanding, appreciation, and acceptance of all participants in the Lacrosse community. 

wwloa professional development commitment

WWLOA supports officials seeking additional training outside our region.


WWLOA may offer stipends for clinic fees or travel expenses incurred for additional training. This will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 


Upon approval, stipends will be issued after participation in the clinic is concluded and receipt(s) of paid travel or clinic fees are provided to the Board Chair. 


Any financial hardship considerations can be shared with the Board Chair. Please email the Board chair at wwloaboardchair@gmail.com if you are interested in seeking financial support / a training stipend for additional officials' training.  

OUR BOARD MEMBERS

WWLOA is governed by a local board consisting of several individuals elected by the general membership. The board positions and current board members are identified below. Board meetings are generally held once a month with a General Membership held in November or December of each year.

Board Chair

Board Chair

Board Chair

David Almond

wwloaboardchair@gmail.com 

More about David

Past CHAIR

Board Chair

Board Chair

Edith Harris

zebraedith@gmail.com 

more about edith

Web MANAGER

Board Chair

Web MANAGER

Tsering Yuthok Short

tseringzebra@gmail.com

more about tsering

treasurer

Adult Co-Chair

Web MANAGER

Joseph Bundick

wwloa.treasurer@gmail.com

More about Joe

Secretary

Adult Co-Chair

Adult Co-Chair

Anna Gustafson

More about Anna

Adult Co-Chair

Adult Co-Chair

Adult Co-Chair

Matt Saxon

More about Matt

REGISTRAR

Education Co-Chair/Youth Official co-Chair

Education Co-Chair/Youth Official co-Chair

Amy Seachriest

registrar@wwloa.org

More about Amy

Education Co-Chair/Youth Official co-Chair

Education Co-Chair/Youth Official co-Chair

Education Co-Chair/Youth Official co-Chair

Kaitlyn Thompson

wwloa.youth.chair@gmail.com

more about kaitlyn

WSLA Liaison

Education Co-Chair/Youth Official co-Chair

Education co-chair

Jeannette Wake

more about jeannette

Education co-chair

Education co-chair

Education co-chair

Holly Whitman

wwloaeducation@gmail.com

More about Holly

Youth co-chair

Education co-chair

Youth co-chair

Erin Steckline

more about Erin

Adult co-chair

Education co-chair

Youth co-chair

Brian Jovag

More about Brian

member at large

member at large

member at large

Brittany Haber

More about Brittany

member at large

member at large

member at large

Nicki Burkhauser

more about Nicki

Member at large

Member at large

Member at large

Jessica Kast

More about Jess

Member at large

Member at large

Member at large

Clelie Fielding


More about clelie

Honors & Awards

WWLOA Officials recognized for achievements in 2024:

 2024 AWARDS


WWLOA SCHOLARSHIPS

Junior Officials:

Lauren R. (University of Denver) and 

Kate R. (Harvey Mudd College)

Adult Official: 

Sarah Grube (University of Washington)


YOUTH ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

Kate W.


YOUTH ROOKIE HONORABLE MENTIONS

Paityn F.

Isabel H.


ADULT ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

Ann Penfield


ROAD WARRIOR AWARD

David Almond

Brian Jovag

Margaret Wright


OFFICIAL HONOR ROLL

Presented to Adult Officials who officiated 30 or more games.

Joe Bundick

Clelie Fielding

Jeff Gillard

Brittany Haber

Jessica Kast

Lyn Porterfield

Matt Saxon

Kaitlyn Thompson

Jamie Weaver


WHISTLE WARRIORS

Presented to Junior Officials who officiated 12 or more games

Morgan D.

Claire G.

Ava J.

Audrey P.

Lauren R.

Jonathan W.

Kate W.


LIFE SAVER AWARDS

Presented to adult officials who officiated 50 or more games.

David Almond

Brian Jovag

Edith Harris


LORRIE MCKAY SERVICE AWARD

Erin Massena- WSLA 



Click to see previous award winners

Governing Bodies

USA Lacrosse is the sport's national governing body. They provide national leadership, training, structure and resources to fuel the growth of lacrosse and enrich the experience of participants. They primarily serve the youth and high school level of play. 

The CWLOA is a professional organization representing all women’s collegiate lacrosse officials. The CWLOA is responsible for all aspects of officiating at the college level and is dedicated to promoting the interests of women’s lacrosse officials.

LEAGUES WE SERVE

Washington Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association

Washington Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association

Washington Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association

WSLA, the Washington Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association, is the governing body for girls’ youth and high school lacrosse in Washington state. WSLA organizes, develops and promotes girls’ high school and youth lacrosse by facilitating a safe environment to play lacrosse, promoting the growth of the sport and honoring the game.

GO TO WSLA

Northwest Women’s Lacrosse League

Washington Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association

Washington Schoolgirls Lacrosse Association

NWWLL, the Northwest Women’s Lacrosse League, is a women’s collegiate club lacrosse association comprised of teams from the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana. NWWLL is a member of the Women’s Collegiate Lacrosse Association (WCLA) of USA Lacrosse.

GO TO NWWLL

NCAA - NORTHWEST CONFERENCE

Pacific Northwest Lacrosse League

Pacific Northwest Lacrosse League

The NCAA is a non-profit association that regulates athletes and organizes athletic programs of many colleges and universities in the United States and Canada. The Division III organization provides for passionate participation in a competitive athletic environment in which student-athletes build upon their academic success. 

GO TO NWC

Pacific Northwest Lacrosse League

Pacific Northwest Lacrosse League

Pacific Northwest Lacrosse League

PNWLL, the Pacific Northwest Lacrosse League, is a post-collegiate women’s lacrosse league comprised of teams in the Pacific Northwest including Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver.

GO TO PNWLL

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