Providing Leadership
Approved by the USA Lacrosse Board of Directors in 2024, the USA Lacrosse Equipment Council (LEC) is dedicated to supporting the sport of lacrosse, through leadership and advocacy around equipment. USA Lacrosse has been a leading advocate around the development and adoption of equipment standards for over a decade, inclusive of the ASTM headgear and eyewear standards and the NOCSAE ball and Commotio Cordis standards.
The USA Lacrosse Equipment Council has been created as a standing and formal entity to provide structure for regular, transparent and open discussion between stakeholders such as players, consumers, rule-making bodies, technical experts, retailers and manufacturers. Ultimately, the LEC is committed to a consistent, objective and transparent process that enhances the athlete experience and upholds the integrity of the game.
Key Objectives
- Provide a standing formal structure for the review of lacrosse equipment with lacrosse stakeholders, industry representatives and technical experts.
- Collaborate with standard making organizations to develop, advocate and assess needs for testing procedures or standards for lacrosse equipment.
- Review and support certification programs to ensure that lacrosse equipment is meeting standards and recertification requirements.
- Promote awareness around sports safety and the proper use of certified products.
- Provide a forum for stakeholders to share research on safety, performance and equipment in the sport of lacrosse · Promote research aimed at reducing injuries in lacrosse.
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Governing Committee
This Committee serves as the governing body of the Council, responsible for overseeing its operations and ensuring alignment with USA Lacrosse's missions and goals. Members of the Committee are appointed by the USA Lacrosse Board of Directors and serve staggered fixed terms to maintain continuity and independence
| Name | Affiliation |
|---|---|
| Joseph J. “Trey” Crisco | Brown University, Henry Frederick Lippitt Professor of Orthopaedic Research; Executive Director for Research, Department of Orthopaedics; Director Bioengineering Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics |
| Wiemi Douoguih | Co-Medical Director of MedStar Sports Medicine and Director of Sports Medicine at MedStar Washington Hospital Center's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery |
| Caitlin Kelley | Senior Director, Sport Experience at USA Lacrosse |
| David Petit | Program Manager at Safety Equipment Institute, representing 14 years of sport goods testing and certification |
| Steve Quintavalla | Senior Director, Equipment Research and Testing at United States Golf Association (USGA) |
| Jaci VanHeest | University of Connecticut, Associate Professor, Educational Psychology Department; Faculty Director Public Health Learning Community; NCAA Faculty Athletics Representative |
| Jason Vescovi | VP, High Performance at USA Lacrosse |
Advisory Group
Representatives of key organizations and constituents serve in an advisory role for the Lacrosse Equipment Council and provide non-binding recommendations and insights to the Committee. Members are appointed based on subject matter expertise in lacrosse equipment safety and performance. Representatives may be considered from: rule-making bodies, coaches, athletic directors, players, educators and equipment purchasers among other constituent groups.
| Organization | Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| IMLCA | TBA | |
| IWLCA | Evan Mager | Asst. Coach Rutgers, IWLCA Rules, Safety, & Games Administration Committee |
| NCAA | JD Hamilton | Asst. Director Playing Rules & Officiating |
| NFHS | Lindsay Atkinson | Director of Sports / Communications Associate |
| Legal | John McGrory | Advisory Support |
| Industry | Dale Kohler | Retired Industry, Stick Manufacturing Expert |
| Industry | TBD | |
| Officiating | TBD |
General Membership
Industry Membership in the Council is limited and provides access to the quarterly meetings and the ability to submit comments and proposals to the committee. General public membership receives regularly Council updates. If interested in LEC membership, please register using this online form.
Topic Submission
USA Lacrosse welcomes suggested equipment related topics for review. Please submit your suggestion via this online form and it will be reviewed by the Lacrosse Equipment Council. A response will be sent to the submitting email within 30 days.