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Officials Commonly Asked Questions

Browse the menus at left for information on registration, evaluations and to collect educational materials. If you have general questions about USA Hockey Officiating, please read on for answers to frequently asked questions.



2009-11 Rule Differences

USA Hockey instituted Rule Changes for the 2009-11 seasons and has produced a document to help break down each change.Download it here

Icon official Bill Chadwick dies at 94

Bill "The Big Whistle" Chadwick, the first U.S.-born official in NHL history who was later a popular broadcaster for the New York Rangers, died Saturday. He was 94.

A Behind the Scenes Look at our Development Camps

A few of this year's development camp participants have taken the time to help give future campers an idea about what to expect! They share their impressions and experiences on what it takes to have a successful week.

Officials in the IIHF

Many USA Hockey trained officials have advanced to assignments in IIHF world championships in countries around the world and in all divisions. Take a look at what USA Hockey officials are up to on an international level.

Life (as an official) is beautiful

Officials at all level of the sport know the daily grind as well as the pressure of a playoff game. The top American officials are no different and took some time at the end of the 2007-08 season to share their stories as well as their tips on how to call the big games.

A Higher Standard

 Sticks and Skates

>>>2006-07 NEW STANDARD OF PLAY AND RULES EMPHASIS
 
 During USA Hockey's 2006 Annual Congress, USA Hockey's Board of Directors voted unanimously to endorse a new standard of play and rule emphasis (above link) for 2006-07 and beyond.



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