CIHRA Announcements

A big congratulations to: Emily Connaughton,  Casey Dabrowski, and  Tanner Conant.  They worked at the 2021 Colorado Avalanche hosted Quebec Qualifier Championship Game that was held at Ball Arena on Tuesday, November 23rd. As we all know, the officials that work this event have shown their commitment and hard work to their craft.  We look forward to their continued growth and development.

During the holiday's we have a chance to think of those who may be in need of a little help. If you don't already know, in Colorado there is a hockey organization named Dawg Nation that provides families and individuals assistance and opportunities during times of crisis: "hockey players helping hockey players." Dawg Nation Dawg Nation has provided nearly 2 million dollars to members of the local hockey community in need and is an awesome group of people led by Martin "Dawg Father" Richardson.   One of our fellow officials, Craig Stinehour was recently hospitalized with serious illness and surgery. If you are able to donate towards Craig's expenses through Dawg Nation, they will match each dollar donated with 3 additional dollars, an amazing gesture.   Donate to help Craig crush the bills. Another of our long time officials, Tom Braun, recently passed away after a battle with cancer. Tom officiated in our organization for many years in addition to bein...

Craig underwent emergency surgery 10/27 for a ruptured bowel. He was also diagnosed with COVID. It sounds like he will be in the hospital for at least 5 days and then will have to recover for quite some time afterward. Initially, we seek to cover his medical expenses, as well as help, support him while he is out of work. He works as a general contractor as well as a hockey referee. Keep Craig in your thoughts and prayers and we will update this page as soon as possible. Donate Now

CIHRA's October Board Meeting will be held Wednesday, October 20th at 7:00 p.m. Due to ongoing COVID restrictions, we will meet via Zoom. Call-in details are below and the agenda attached. Meeting Agenda Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/ 85215215585 Meeting ID: 852 1521 5585 Passcode: 240858 One tap mobile +13462487799,,85215215585# US (Houston) +16699006833,,85215215585# US (San Jose) Dial by your location         +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)         +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)         +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)         +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)         +1 929 205 6099 US (New York)         +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Meeting ID: 852 1521 5585 Find your local number:  https://us02web.zoom. us/u/kcXgGGcYiF

About the Jamie Huntley-Park Award The Jamie Huntley-Park Pacific District Women's Officiating Camp (PDWOC) took place September 23-26, 2021 in Portland, Oregon.  The Pacific District Women's Officiating Camp has occurred in previous years, and the camp was conducted by Jamie Huntley-Park, with some of her closest friends and staff members, Jackie Spresser, Kendall Hanley, and Alicia Hanrahan.  The Pacific District has always been incredibly supportive of Jamie's initiative and vision for this camp, and the camp has grown to include campers from nearby districts as well. Jamie was a long-time official, player, and coach.  She and her husband, Ryan Park, both San Diego Detectives, were tragically killed in an automobile accident on June 4, 2021. Jamie's friends and the Pacific District felt that it was important to honor Jamie and her legacy by continuing with her vision to grow female officials and to continue with the Pacific District Women's Officiating Camp. ...

The 2021-2022 hockey season has begun and there are a lot of games to cover. Please take time as soon as you are able and update your availability on Horizon Web Ref. Schedulers rely on this system to get games covered and can only get you scheduled if you are available. While the covid pandemic is still lingering hockey is back in full this season.  All levels of youth including Tier 1, High School, College, and Adult are now playing and a full roster of officials will be required to cover all the games. In addition, we have a significant number of tournaments this season including the annual thanksgiving events.    Important Reminders for 21/22 Season Start Complete your USA Hockey registration and familiarize yourself with the rule changes Be sure your Horizon Web Ref availability is updated on a regular basis so you can be assigned games Contact the schedulers you normally work with if you have questions or want assignments. If you do not know who the s...