Help shape the future structure of lacrosse

England Lacrosse is looking for two members of the lacrosse community to join a brand new Working Group and help shape the future of our sport as we continue a review into how it’s organised in England.

Over recent months, we've undertaken an independent wide-ranging structural review, beginning with a desk-based assessment of our current structures, followed by extensive engagement with the lacrosse community. Through interviews, focus groups and stakeholder discussions, we've heard from players, coaches, officials, volunteers, clubs, schools, universities and regional representatives about their experiences of the sport and how it can be better supported in the future. 

The feedback has provided valuable evidence base and identified a key theme around representation, communication, collaboration, consistency and the long-term sustainability of lacrosse in England. 

The next stage of the review is to develop these findings into a proposed future structure for England Lacrosse to help people participate. To help achieve this, we are establishing a Working Group that will work alongside independent and Board representatives to consider the evidence, test ideas and help shape recommendations for the future of the sport. 

The Working Group will present a proposed direction for consideration by the England Lacrosse Board ahead of the 2026 Annual General Meeting, where any recommendations requiring membership approval can be taken forward. 

Join the Working Group

We are not seeking representatives of individual organisations or vested interests. Instead, we are looking for people who can bring their knowledge and experience of lacrosse while taking an objective view of what will best support the whole game. 

If you are passionate about lacrosse, enjoy working collaboratively and want to contribute to positive change, we'd love to hear from you. 

We welcome applications from across the lacrosse community, including players, coaches, officials, volunteers, club and regional leaders, schools, universities and those involved in Sixes, Box and Mixed lacrosse. We are committed to creating a Working Group that reflects the diversity of our sport in terms of geography, age, gender, ethnicity, disability, playing format and experience. 

Applications will be assessed against the person specification below, with appointments made to ensure the group brings together a broad range of skills, experiences and perspectives. 

Time Commitment

Approximately four to six meetings between September and November 2026, together with preparation time to review papers in advance. 

Working Group Purpose

The Working Group has been established to support the next phase of the England Lacrosse Review. 

Its role is to consider the evidence gathered through the stakeholder engagement process, work alongside the independent reviewer to explore future options and help develop practical recommendations that support the long-term development of the sport. 

The Working Group is not a decision-making body. Its purpose is to bring together a diverse range of perspectives from across the lacrosse community, ensuring that future proposals are informed by the experiences of those who play, coach, officiate, volunteer and deliver lacrosse every day. 

Through constructive discussion, evidence-based thinking and collaborative working, the group will help develop recommendations for consideration by the England Lacrosse Board. 

Working Group Member

England Lacrosse is seeking two members of the lacrosse community who can contribute their knowledge, experience and perspective to the development of future recommendations. 

Essential Competencies

• Strategic Thinking

  Able to think beyond individual or organisational interests and consider what is best for the future of lacrosse in England. 

• Collaborative Working

  Works constructively with people from different backgrounds, disciplines and viewpoints. 

• Representation and Inclusion

  Understands the importance of representing the wider interests of the lacrosse community. 

• Communication

  Communicates clearly and effectively. 

  Willing to listen to others, gather views and share information appropriately. 

• Integrity and Independence

  Approaches discussions objectively and with an open mind. 

  Able to declare and appropriately manage any conflicts of interest. 

  Prepared to challenge constructively while respecting different perspectives. 

• Understanding of Lacrosse

  Has a good understanding of how lacrosse is delivered in England through one or more of the following: 

  ·       Playing 

  ·       Coaching 

  ·       Officiating 

  ·       Volunteering 

  ·       Club administration 

  Experience across more than one area of the sport would be beneficial. 

• Commitment to Improving the Sport

  Demonstrates an interest in helping shape the future of lacrosse in England. 

  Formal governance experience is not required; applicants should be willing to learn, contribute positively and support an evidence-led review process. 

Desirable Experience

Experience in one or more of the following would be welcomed: 

·       Playing lacrosse 

·       Coaching 

·       Officiating 

·       Club committee or volunteer leadership 

·       Regional administration 

·       Schools or university lacrosse 

·       Sixes, Box or Mixed lacrosse 

·       Equality, Diversity and Inclusion initiatives 

·       Youth participation and development 

·       Governance within business, charity or public sector organisations 

Personal Attributes

Successful applicants will be: 

·       Open-minded 

·       Collaborative 

·       Respectful and inclusive 

·       Curious and willing to explore new ideas 

·       Constructive in discussion 

·       Reliable and committed 

·       Passionate about supporting the future development of lacrosse in England 

Commitment

Working Group members will be expected to: 

·       Attend approximately two meetings between August and September 2026, each meeting maximum 2 hours. 

·       Attend a one-hour onboarding meeting prior to starting with the working group. 

·       Review papers and supporting information before meetings. 

·       Contribute actively to discussions and the development of recommendations; and 

·       Maintain the confidentiality of Working Group discussions where appropriate. 

If you'd like to play a part in shaping the future of lacrosse in England, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Members are appointed to contribute their experience in the interests of the sport. They are not appointed to represent individual clubs, regions or disciplines and will be expected to take an objective, evidence-based approach throughout the review.