GVLOA stands for the Genesee Valley Lacrosse Officials Association.  

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The purpose of the organization is to promote the welfare of the game of lacrosse by:

• The procurement, training, and maintenance of an adequate membership of qualified and competent officials

• Fostering a high standard of ethics, encouraging fair play, sportsmanship, closer cooperation and better understanding among officials, athletic directors, coaches, players, press and spectators

Training for new members is in January each year.  If you are interested in becoming a new official, click on the New Member tab for more information

"The problem with referees is that they just don't care who wins"

-Tom Canterbury