By Dave Zednik, IHOA Registrar QUESTION: What degree of force is necessary to be considered to be thrown dangerously into the boards? ANSWER: For USA Hockey youth games, the onus is on the player delivering the check to not place… Read More ›
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Officials Hone Their Skills, Look to Work Higher-Level Games through IHOA’s Advanced Development Program
By Ross Forman – James Ugone was, quite simply, intrigued about the Advanced Development Program, run by IHOA under the guidance of USA Hockey. He was at one of the required pre-season IHOA seminars when the instructors spoke highly, with… Read More ›
Ask the Official: What are some guidelines to be considered when assessing interference penalties to players other than the centers during face-offs?
By Dave Zednik, IHOA Registrar QUESTION: What are some guidelines to be considered when assessing interference penalties to players other than the centers during face-offs? ANSWER: Any time the stick or arm is used to impede the opponent, it is… Read More ›