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This edition is focused on the now completed Box Lacrosse Seasons of the Ontario Lacrosse Association. Highlighting the Most Frequent Penalties and the rate of Major / Misconduct Penalties across age groups.
Given the position of one’s stick and the nature of the game, High Sticking is the #1 most frequent penalty in both Minor Box and Junior lacrosse. High Sticking along with Slashing and Roughing are among the top 5 penalties at every level.
This trend suggests that the frequency of Major/Misc. penalties increases as players get older. Girls Box follows this trend as well, however the overall frequency of these penalties is significantly lower than boys. Major/Misc. penatlies per game peak at more than 2.5 / game in Junior and then decline at the Senior level.
This GameSheet Insider report was authored by Luke St.John. Check back soon for more insights about the game.