Remembering Dave Brown

We regret to announce that long time NIHOA Metro member and former NIHOA Metro NY/NJ chapter president Dave Brown has passed away. Brownie started officiating hockey in the 1980’s and quickly rose through the ranks. In 1989 he became a member of the NIHOA Metro...

NJ High School Hockey First!

Congratulations to Carl and Emily Barling! They became the first Father/Daughter team to referee a NJ High School Cup Final. Both did a flawless job in working the Trinity Hall – Summit Game at Codey...

Neck Guard Policy Clarification

If a stand-alone (Velcro) Neck Laceration Guard (NLG) becomes dislodged or falls off during play, the player must immediately go to the bench. If a player continues to play without a NLG, a 2-minute minor penalty shall be issued. This clarification is provided to...