Established in November 2001 to formalize CLA equipment approval process Mandate:
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offer manufacturers a review team on lacrosse equipment design/innovations
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review lacrosse equipment vis-à-vis existing/proposed CLA playing rules
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approve lacrosse equipment for CLA play
Members:
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Chair - Chuck Miller (CLA VP-Domestic Competition)
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John Doherty- (OLA President)
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Ron MacSpadyen - (Coaching Representative)
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Stew Begg - (Officiating Representative)
Listing of Equipment that has been Reviewed
Some equipment has been Approved provided the manufacturer adheres to the recommendations that were made by the committee. The database indicates that the equipment is "Approved with Recommendations". To view the recommendations, please click the links below.
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All future equipment recommendations will be posted on the CLA website under Technical Bulletins
According to CLA policy, in order for equipment to be approved for use within the CLA, manufacturers must provide proof of liability insurance. As of March 28, 2006, the manufacturers who have provided proof are as follows:
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Boddam
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Reebok
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Northern Amerex/STX
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Riddell
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Stryke
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Warrior Lacrosse
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deBeer/Rawlings Canada
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Brown Equipment
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Brine Canada
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Shamrock
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Bauer/Nike
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Mohawk
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MaxLax/Maximum
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Cascade/Sport Helmet
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Harrow
Important: This database contains a list of CSA Approved Facemasks and Helmets that has been taken off the CSA website, as well as equipment which has been reviewed by the Equipment Review Committee. The CLA will update the list as equipment is reviewed by the committee and the CSA lists will be checked to ensure they have not changed January 1 of each playing season.