GCLA Referees during a weather postponement at the 2005 GCLA Cham[pionships.
Who we are:
The Gulf Coast Lacrosse Association employs its very own referees for the purpose of officiating
GCLA lacrosse games. Since the league was founded in 1995, GCLA officials have called virtually
hundreds of lacrosse games and have been vital to the growth of the sport throughout the Gulf
Coast region.
What we are:
In the GCLA, referees, players, and teams all sit at the same side of the table, working together to
advance the sport of lacrosse. The GCLA exists to provide a positive and fun competitive
lacrosse experience for everyone- including our referees.
Our referees are paid $65 per GCLA game for their services. They are customarily paid at the field
at the time their services are rendered. The vast majority of our games are manned by two-man
crews.
At the GCLA, we always recognize the role our referees play in advancing the sport of lacrosse and in helping our league. We could not do it without them.
If you are interested in becoming a referee with the GCLA, please contact Steve Mathiason
at metrolax@yahoo.com, or at 713-665-5445.