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New Officials

If you interested in becoming an NCHRA official, the following must be completed:

• Attend a USA Hockey seminar.  Again, check the calendar for dates.  Most are held during the late summer or fall.

• Take the USA Hockey Officials test.

• Receiving notification from USA Hockey that you have passed the test.  You will also receive your USA Hockey crest which must be worn during all USA Hockey sanctioned game.

• Pay membership dues to NCHRA.

In addition to the above, you must have the following equipment:

• Black hockey helmet
• Black trousers
• Hockey referee sweater
• Finger whistle
• Skates
• Elbow pads
• Shin guards
• Cup protector
• Referee girdle (optional)
• Half shield/visor (optional)

Once you have sewn on your crest from USA Hockey, paid your membership dues to NCHRA, and have all the necessary equipment, you are ready to work games.

Your first few games will be with a trainer.  You will then be assigned to a number of different officials over the course of the season so as to gain experience that helps you develop "your style".  You will be paid full fee for all games worked.

Always remember that ice hockey is the world's toughest sport to officiate.  To become a top notch official you must have desire, determination, and dedication.

All NCHRA Officials are USA Hockey Certified