SummaryIn this conversation, Annika, a women's lacrosse umpire, shares her journey into the sport, the differences between men's and women's lacrosse, and the importance of officiating. She discusses her personal growth, the challenges of being an official, and how insecurity can drive improvement. Annika emphasises the significance of mentorship, cultural diversity, and the evolving nature of lacrosse rules. She reflects on her career highlights and aspirations, encouraging young women to pursue officiating as a means of empowerment and confidence-building.Guest Introduction:Being introduced to lacrosse in 2010 and having never heard about the sport before, Annika gained her umpiring licence within the first year of starting to play lacrosse in the Netherlands. She developed her skills umpiring in the Dutch national competition and soon started to travel abroad to tournaments, which led to an invitation to attend her first European Championships in 2015. Her CV now includes four European Championships, and two World Championships (both senior and U20/U21 events). Next to umpiring, she works in the financial sector, with a background in (IT) audit and risk management.  Chapters00:00 Introduction to Women's Lacrosse and Its Differences03:26 Annika's Journey into Lacrosse06:25 Insecurity as a Catalyst for Growth09:23 The Role of an Umpire in Lacrosse12:06 The Dynamics of Officiating a Lacrosse Game15:19 The Evolution of Lacrosse Rules18:17 The Future of Lacrosse in the Olympics21:08 Annika's Achievements and Future Aspirations30:46 The Importance of Mentorship32:21 Reflections on Growth and Change35:23 Emotional Resilience and Coping Mechanisms37:53 The Role of Community in Overcoming Insecurities41:56 Cultural Identity and Its Impact43:57 Navigating Recognition and Professionalism49:34 Career Highlights and Personal Growth53:44 Future Aspirations and Mentorship56:47 Encouragement for Young Women in Lacrosse

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