4 Results for author: Giles

Lenka Peskova awarded the Gil Giles Award

Congratulations to Lenka Peskova on being awarded the Gil Giles Award in recognition of her contribution to the game of Lacrosse. Over the years Lenka has occupied roles as a player, a coach and the manager of the Czech national team, contributing to the growth and development of Czech lacrosse. She is also known across ... More

Injury survey needs input

Fortunately, all sports are becoming increasingly aware of the risk of injury to its participants. Lacrosse certainly has been active in looking at the causes of injuries and how best, as a sport, we can minimise them. The latest piece of work that is being carried out is by Hannah Bröcker, a Swiss physio who is ... More

2018 festival registration open

Registration for the 2018 FIL World Lacrosse Festivals in Israel are now open, with teams of all ages from around the world invited to compete at Shefayim Soccer Complex. Age divisions and dates of play are as follows: U13 Boys: July 13-16, 2018 U15 Boys: July 13-16, 2018 U17 Boys: July 13-16, 2018 U19 Boys: July ... More

Belgium becomes full FIL member

The Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL) has announced that it has made Belgium a full member nation. Commenting on the announcement, FIL’s Development Director, Bob DeMarco, said; “We’re thrilled that Belgium is now a full member of FIL. From day one, Belgium has grown the sport the right way, building men’s ... More