Stripes Academyy

Clinic overview

From New to Experienced Officials providing officiating at Youth  and Adult League

This 5-hour development clinic is designed for newer ice hockey officials looking to build a strong, game-ready foundation. The session combines 2 hours of video instruction, 2 hours of on-ice training (including 1 hour of live play), and a 1-hour interactive Q&A led by experienced instructors.

Officials will learn proper positioning, skating mechanics, and rule application, then apply those concepts during live-game situations with real-time feedback. This clinic emphasizes consistency, confidence, and professional standards expected at the next level of officiating.

Ideal for officials seeking structured development, mentorship, and certification-level preparation.

🎯 Learning Objectives

By the end of this clinic, officials will be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper positioning and skating lanes for effective coverage

  • Apply basic officiating mechanics and signals consistently

  • Improve decision-making during live play

  • Understand rule application in common game situations

  • Build confidence in game flow, transitions, and communication

  • Receive and apply direct feedback from experienced officials

🏒 Specific Training Focus

Youth Officials

  • Emphasis on fundamentals and confidence-building

  • Clear explanations of positioning and responsibilities

  • Safe, supportive learning environment

  • Game awareness and anticipation at youth game speeds

Designed to support officials transitioning into competitive youth hockey.

Adult / New-to-Officiating Officials

  • Strong focus on skating efficiency and mechanics

  • Rule application and consistency

  • Managing pace and physical play

  • Professional standards and expectations

Ideal for officials entering competitive adult or recreational leagues.

Positioning

Positioning relative to partners

  1. Rotations and coverage responsibilities

  2. Communication and teamwork during live play

  3. Adjusting mechanics based on system used

Instruction includes positioning and responsibilities within multi-official systems.

Hockey is a community, we are all better together

Officials Edge believes that hockey thrives when everyone works together. Our mission is to foster sportsmanship and understanding across officials, players, coaches, and spectators. We invite you to be a part of this vibrant community and help spread the love of hockey.