OWFL: Message from the Commissioner |
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Hello OWFL athletes and families!
Your Board has been busy working through all the details for the upcoming season, to be able to open registration and welcome you back to an exciting 2022 season, with some rebranding and updates to share with all of you. And you may have noticed, we have a bold new look, for a bold new season!
The new logo features the silhouette of a female player bursting through the familiar but updated image of the trillium. We’re really proud of this new logo. After essentially losing out on two seasons due to the pandemic, we want to come back strong in 2022, with new updates and a new look that really speaks to the strength and power of our athletes.
The new logo is the first of several exciting updates planned as OWFL looks to continue to be a leader in developing women’s field lacrosse. Also new for the 2022 season, is the rebranding of our U19A division to the Junior Elite Women's Lacrosse (JEWL) division. In this pilot year, the JEWL division will include the top six U19 teams, 10 vs 10 play, and some new rules will be piloted in this division including shot clock, and 15 minute quarters.
As the 2022 season gets closer to kicking off, we hope that you are all enjoying the outdoors, and that you are able to get sticks in hands and stay sharp. We hope you are as excited as we are for the upcoming season!
Best,
Yvonne Harding
OWFL Commissioner
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Introducing the rebrand of U19A Division to JEWL
Junior Elite Women’s Lacrosse
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2022 Teams
In this pilot year, our top U19 division has been rebranded as Junior Elite Women's Lacrosse (JEWL Division) and is based on the top six teams in the 2021 rankings:
- Oshawa
- Orangeville
- Owen Sound
- Beaches
- Oakville
- KW
Format:
- 10 v 10
- Games will be played predominantly on Friday nights, with some weekend and midweek games
- We will move towards having one showcase level game per week
- International length games (piloted in JEWL division for 2022)
- Shot Clock (piloted in JEWL division for 2022)
- Further review of OWFL league format will be ongoing and phased over multiple years
*The JEWL division remains part of our existing U19 age group and regular existing U19 release rules apply
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OWFL 2022 Season and Key Dates |
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The 2022 season is getting underway! As clubs begin to open registration, here are some key dates to be aware of:
2022 Season:
- Regular Season begins May 28/29
- Schedules will include 10 games plus provincials
- U19 - Saturday mornings (JEWL division predominately Friday nights)
- U15 - Saturday afternoons
- U13 - Sunday afternoons
- U11 - Sunday mornings
- Generally 2 games/day
- No games on the July 2-3 weekend
- Confirmed locations include KW, Owen Sound, Orangeville, Oshawa, Halton - more to be added
Provincials:
- U15/U19 Provincials will be held July 15-17
- U11/U13 Provincials will be held July 22-24
Women’s World Championship:
Regular Residence Rules in Effect for 2022
Please be aware that although there were essentially no residency rules for 2021, that is not the case for 2022. If any players were playing in a different centre last year, which was not their home centre, they MUST return back for the 2022 Season.
Key Update For NEW Coaches
All new coaches must have a National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) number. To get one, click on the following link:
Dates for community and competitive level coaching clinics will be announced shortly.
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Interested in joining the third team in the game? Looking to stay active, understand the technical aspects of lacrosse and make some extra money this summer, all while getting the best seat in the house? The OLA's National Officiating Certification Program (NOCP) is an education-based professional training opportunity which allows officials to learn and grow, while managing the sport of lacrosse at all levels.
For dates, locations and more information on getting involved as a lacrosse official, click here.
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2022 U17 Summer Games
Calling All U17 Players and Coaches!
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(2006 - 2009 age players)
Registration Link Coming Soon - Check back at
OWFL U17 Summer Games Page
Tryout Fee: $85
The OWFL is holding tryouts for OWFL U17 aged players (2006, 2007, 2008, 2009) in order to select the participants for the Ontario Summer Games teams. Tryouts will be held in Guelph at the University of Guelph fields on Saturday May 14th and Sunday May 15th.
From tryouts, the top 96 OWFL U17 players will be selected and divided into 6 equal teams to compete for the Ontario Summer Games Championship.
The 2022 Ontario Summer Games are being held in Mississauga, Ontario on July 21st to 24th, 2022.
The Ontario Summer Games is Ontario’s largest multi-sport event, with athletes from all regions of Ontario competing against fellow provincial athletes in their respective sports.
Ontario Summer Games are like a “mini Olympics” with opening ceremonies, parade of athletes, the athlete’s village, and of course tremendous competition in various sports. The OWFL is very proud to be a part of such a prestigious event for amateur sport, and are thrilled with the opportunity and platform it provides for our lacrosse athletes.
The Ontario Summer Games creates a phenomenal atmosphere for the participants. It is fun, competitive, and you meet so many people. For our age-eligible players and our coaches, you will not want to miss this opportunity.
As well, this event has been an important development and competitive opportunity for athletes in preparation for National and International Competition. It is no different for women’s field lacrosse. No doubt future Provincial and National team players will come from the pool of our top 96 Ontario Summer Games athletes.
Player Commitment
- Players selected as the final 96 will have 2 practices at times and locations TBD
- Players will be formally introduced at OWFL U19/U15/JEWL Provincials in Oshawa on July 16, 2022
- Fee is TBD and includes accommodation, meals, clothing package (uniform, opening ceremony ‘swag’ etc), practice fields
- Players are required to remain with their teams throughout the games – including overnight
Who Should Tryout?
- Anyone age eligible that loves the game, enjoys competing and wants to develop as a lacrosse player
- If you have aspirations to attend Provincial or National Team selection camps – this is a great way to be identified as one of the top 96 players in the Province in your age group
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Ontario Summer Games Coaching Positions |
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2022 OWFL coaches are invited to apply for a coaching position at the Ontario Summer Games. This is an opportunity for OWFL to provide its dedicated coaches a fabulous opportunity and platform for coaching development.
12 OWFL coaches will be selected from the applicants and will be given the honour of co-coaching one of the six OWFL teams competing at the 2022 Ontario Summer Games.
Please see the application form for all details and requirements. Please complete the application from found at this link:
Ontario Summer Games Coaching Application
For further information on the Ontario Summer Games please click the following link:
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