Nick Thomas Appointed Referee-in-Chief

The Western Lacrosse Association (WLA) announced today that the Board of Governors has appointed Nick Thomas of British Columbia as Referee-in-Chief.

Thomas has twenty-six years box lacrosse refereeing experience, including 1 World Championship, 5 Mann Cups, 2 Minto Cups, 2 President’s Cups, and 1 Founder’s Cup. He also previously served as Head Referee for the 2019 WLA season.

The 2022 WLA season will kick off on Friday, May 27th with the New Westminster Salmonbellies on the road to play the Victoria Shamrocks at The Q Centre in Victoria. Broadcast and ticket information will be made available at WLALacrosse.com closer to the season, the full schedule is available here.