Transcript REFEREE’S DUTIES

DUTIES OF THE REFEREE
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Arrive at the rink 45 mins. before game time.
Check the game report, ensure all areas are
filled in; (Captains & alternates listed, coaches,
trainers & their respective numbers)
Discuss with Linesman their duties & any
procedures you want them to be aware of.
Be on the ice prior to both teams.
Ensure all off-ice officials are in place
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Count number of players on each team.
Number should be same or less than what is
on the game-sheet
After the game, check the game-sheet to
ensure that it is correct then print and sign
your name & number.
Report any rink conditions on the back of the
game sheet to ensure that league president &
RIC are ware of it.
PRE-GAME DUTIES
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Prior to game check to make sure game sheet completed and
signed properly
Delegate each linesman to check number of players on each
team to ensure it corresponds with what you have on the game
sheet.
Prior to going onto ice, have a discussion with your linesman
in regards to their responsibilities – Rule 42
Make sure you and your linesman are on the ice before the
teams.
Make sure all off-ice officials are in their respective positions
and no other people are in the penalty bench area.
PRE-GAME DUTIES CON’T
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Check to see if there are any problems with the rink
and ensure that the visiting team is aware of it.
Have a warm-up and do not engage in conversation
with the spectators. Look professional, no hands in
the pockets or leaning on boards.
Before the game, between periods, and after the game
ensure that the officials room is clear of any persons
not involved in the game.
Use the time in the dressing room to mentally and
physically prepare for the game. Use it wisely.
START OF THE GAME/
PERIODS
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Review game sheet- Make sure everything is correct
Off-ice officials are in place.
All timing devices & goal-lights work
Initiate the “Fair Play Initiative”
At the start of each period ensure only those involved
in the actual face-off are on the ice. All other players
are to be on their respective benches. Violation of
this rule, the referee shall assess a Bench Minor
penalty.
GENERAL DUTIES OF REFEREE
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Take all face-offs to start each period and after each goal.
Make sure you are facing the timekeeper at the start of each
period. After a goal you can face the benches if on opposite
side of penalty bench.
Stop play after a goal and give proper information to the
official scorer.
Stop play according to the rules when assessing a penalty.
Ensure that the official scorer is aware of infraction, number
of player and his team.
Stop play when puck goes out of bounds or is touched by an
ineligible player.
Stop play when puck is struck above the normal height of the
shoulders and subsequently touched by the offending team.
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Referee the game in accordance with the playing rules
and ensure that each team is treated fairly
Stop play when puck is passed with the hand from
one zone to another except in the defending zone.
Watch to make sure that both teams are able to leave
the ice safely after each period and the end of the
game. Don’t allow spectators to get involved with the
players. If you require additional security get it from
the arena staff.
Make every effort to keep the play moving, by using
your vocals to communicate with the players.
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A goaltender freezing the puck unnecessarily should result in
the referee instructing him to continue play or risk a penalty.
On potential volatile situations, the referee should move near
the players & show presence, but ensure that you keep all
players in full view.
On completion of game, check game report, to ensure it is
completed properly, have linesman check and then sign and
have off-ice official distribute to each team.
Write proper report on back of game sheet of any major
incident (CFB, Majors, Misconducts etc.)
Change into your street clothes and leave the arena without
discussing the game with any team official. Do not discuss any
infraction with team officials.
END OF GAME/PERIOD
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Be aware of potential problems and act accordingly
Brief you linesmen on getting to problem areas
quickly at the end of the period to diffuse any
altercations that may occur.
Take up a position on ice where you can see all
players on the ice and benches.
Advise both teams to stay on their benches until you
direct them off the ice.
Visiting team should be allowed to leave the ice first.
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Referee can decide if pre-game ceremonies
between teams will take place. If tensions are
high, you can decide it should not take place.
You want to avoid any conflict.
Remain on the ice with your linesmen until all
players have departed the ice.
Avoid any confrontation with players, team
officials, or spectators at the conclusion of the
game as emotions are very high.
WRITING OUT A GAME REPORT
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Two possible reports after a game; Game Sheet and
Match Penalty Report
Do not discuss with anyone the extent of any
punishment or suspension.
If required contact the League President or RIC and
make them aware of incident
Use good grammar and make sure it is legible. Print
your name(s) & number(s) on game sheet and then
sign.
In game report give full details; eg. Date, location,
officials involved & teams involved.
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State who saw infraction, rule number, who made the
call, names & numbers of those involved and what
penalties were assessed.
State all details leading up to what happened
Send copy to your REM and keep a copy for your
records.
If you are required to attend a hearing state only what
you saw and do not change your version.
Each branch may have their own procedures for
referees to report an incident.
WRITING OUT A GAME REPORT CON’T
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Referees are responsible for reporting the following items in
accordance with Hockey Canada rules:
All Ten min. Misconducts in the last 10 mins of the 3rd period.
All ten min. Misconducts during the game under Rule 47 (f)
“Abuse of Officials, Unsportsmanlike Conduct”
All Match, Gross Misconducts, Game Misconducts
Any incident which may involve disciplinary action or problem
that may affect the proper playing of the game (eg. Crowd
control or security)
Any other incident that your Branch may specifically request
reported.