Green Arm Band Initiative, News (Warkworth Minor Hockey)

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Sep 29, 2024 | Daniela Taylor | 249 views
Green Arm Band Initiative
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 verbal abuse as the number one reason for quitting.That’s why for the first time in its history, the OMHA will have all on-ice officials under the age of 18 wear a Green Arm Band as part of their officiating uniform. It is meant to be a reminder for everyone from parents in the stands to any participants on the bench to respect and protect the young officials without whom there would be no game.“Officials are a crucial part of minor hockey and our game cannot happen without them. Many of our young Officials begin officiating as a way to stay involved and give back to the sport they love,” said Peter Harmsen, OMHA President. “Our goal is to ensure our young officials are provided the opportunity to grow and develop in a safe and respectful environment. We hope the Green Arm Band initiative will reduce some of the challenges and barriers the younger officials will face as new game officials and serve as a reminder to everyone about the importance of Respect for all of those involved in hockey.”



 
 
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