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Thanks everyone, Rilax's reply made my laugh, because we think it's hot in the NW when the temp goes above 85'F.
Regarding the wind, and sleet, the reason this comes into our decision making process is because the womens lacrosse game is considered to be non-collision. No pushing, no strong arming, no vicious cross checks, etc.
There are specific rules and fouls that can be called if a an offensive player shoots on goal, with a defensive player in the way guarding her (a major foul, called a dangerous shot, and a yellow card is issued).
Secondly, the women wear very little protective gear (only mouth guards) but play with the same small rubber ball that the men use, and improved crosse equipment technology that allows women to shoot and pass at greater speeds. Without padding, helmets or eye protection, getting hit with a ball has greater consequences for women.
Not really a surprise that USLacrosse is adding protective eyewear starting in 2005....
If there is significant wind, then the chances of a ball going in an unexpected direction increase. Unsafe shots on goal, or even an errant pass to a fellow player can cause more problems. It's difficult for the umpires to determine if the shot was intentionally on the defensive player, or the wind changed the ball's angle.
I agree that the size of the goalie should not affect my decision. If the goal is blowing over, it's blowing over and the game cannot be played properly.
I'm still not sure about the sandbags, I wish we had a more definitive interpretation at the national level. I'll have to research how to contact the Womens Division National Council for more guidance.
I think stakes might be safer, because if the players run into the goal circle, they are less likely to trip over them, than sandbags. But stakes still might have some liability issues...
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