England Lacrosse unreservedly apologise for the injury caused to Japan’s Sota Hakozaki during yesterday’s match.

We are pleased to hear that he is well, and we have also contacted Japan Lacrosse directly to pass on our apologies and support to the player and team.

Andrew Baxter is in contact with the player and the Japan team to send on his apologies personally.

We would also like to pass on our congratulations to Japan on their victory.

World Lacrosse has begun disciplinary procedures in relation to the events that took place, and we will cooperate fully with the process.

Following the conclusion and outcome of World Lacrosse’s investigation, England Lacrosse will then undertake our own disciplinary process.