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Overview
Incident reports are a critical part of officiating and maintaining the integrity of the game. If an official witnesses or is involved in a situation requiring documentation—such as misconduct, ejections, or serious game management issues—an incident report must be submitted promptly.
These reports provide an official record of what occurred and help ensure appropriate follow-up actions by league administrators, school officials, or governing bodies.
When to Submit an Incident Report
An official incident report is required only for the following situations:
- Ejections & Disqualifications – Any player, coach, or team personnel removed from the game due to unsportsmanlike conduct or rule violations.
- Misconduct – Any behavior that goes beyond standard penalties, including abusive language, threats, or physical altercations.
For all other issues, such as game management concerns, field conditions, security problems, or serious injuries, officials should contact a board member or their assignor directly after the game rather than submitting a formal report. If unsure, err on the side of communicating the issue with leadership as soon as possible.
How to Submit an Incident Report
WPYLA (Western Pennsylvania Youth Lacrosse Association) Reports
For WPYLA games, all reports should be submitted using the official WPYLA Athlete/Coach Misconduct Report form.
Submit a WPYLA Incident Report
Required Information:
- Name and contact details of the reporting official
- Date of the incident
- Division (age group)
- Teams involved (Home & Away)
- Detailed description of the incident
All reports should be completed as soon as possible after the game.
PIAA (Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association) Reports
For high school games governed by PIAA rules, officials must complete the PIAA Sport Disqualification Report online within 24 hours of the incident.
PIAA Disqualification Policies:
- A disqualified player or coach is ineligible for the remainder of the game and the next scheduled contest.
- A Supplemental Disqualification results in a two-game suspension for actions such as confronting or physically contacting an official, using vulgar language, or making racially insensitive comments.
- Coaches disqualified under PIAA rules must not have any contact with their team on the next contest day.
Required Information:
- Name and school of disqualified player/coach
- Name of the issuing official
- Date, time, and location of the game
- Level of competition (Varsity, JV, etc.)
- Reason for disqualification
- Supplemental Disqualification status (if applicable)
Best Practices for Submitting Reports
- Be timely – Reports should be submitted within 24 hours of the incident.
- Be detailed but objective – Describe what happened factually, without opinion or speculation.
- Include key details – Names, jersey numbers, exact times, and rule references when possible.
- Follow up with your assignor – They should be informed immediately after a major incident.
Proper incident reporting ensures fairness, consistency, and accountability within the game. If you have any questions regarding reporting procedures, reach out to your assignor or league representative.