https://www.omha.net/news_article/show/1317791
New initiative meant to serve as reminder for players as well as parents to respect officials
The largest hockey association in the world with almost 90,000 participants, the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA), is introducing a new initiative to combat Referee and Official abuse.Abuse of officials has been a common concern in many sports, and several have been losing officials at alarming rates. A recent survey from the United States shows that 70% ranked “love of the sport” as their primary reason for officiating, but 55% ranked ...