Membership Levels | Advancement "Gates"

LEVEL 1: Basic Member - Entry-Level Registration

A) Requirements:

• Completed registration form with basic documentation
• USVILA membership in good standing
• Medical clearance for participation
• Signed code of conduct and waivers

B) Privileges:

• Participation in development programs and training sessions
• Eligibility for domestic competitions and scrimmages
• Access to coaching clinics and educational resources
• Consideration for regional team selections

C) Maintenance:

• Annual registration renewal
• Continued USVILA membership
• Updated medical clearance
• Adherence to conduct standards

LEVEL 2: Provisional Eligibility - Enhanced Status with Documentation Review

A) Requirements:

• LEVEL 1 compliance maintained
• Complete eligibility documentation review and verification
• Demonstrated performance standards in sanctioned competition
• USA Lacrosse membership (provides insurance and background check)
• Commitment to training and development program participation

B) Privileges:

• Eligible for national team training camps, trials and tryouts
• Consideration for regional championship teams
• Access to advanced coaching and sports science support
• Priority invitation to identification camps and combines

C) Maintenance:

• Semi-annual eligibility verification
• Performance benchmark maintenance
• Training camp attendance requirements
• Continued development program participation

LEVEL 3: National Team Member - Full International Competition Status

A) Requirements:

• LEVEL 2 compliance maintained for minimum 12 months
• Full eligibility confirmation by Eligibility Committee
• Performance standards met in head-to-head competition or ranking system
• Signed national team athlete agreement
• Anti-doping program compliance

B) Privileges:

• Full eligibility for World Lacrosse-sanctioned events
• Olympic Games qualification pathway participation
• International competition selection consideration
• Access to elite-level training facilities and support services
• Athlete development funding opportunities

C) Maintenance:

• Annual eligibility review and confirmation
• Ongoing performance standard maintenance
• Required participation in national team activities when selected
• Continued anti-doping compliance

Documentation Requirements by Level