The TSMHA Board of Directors, along with Mike Bondy, Referee-in-Chief, would like to congratulate six of our officials who have recently achieved Level 3 Certification - a major milestone in an official’s development and a testament to their commitment, professionalism and knowledge of the game.
Understanding the Officiating Pathway (Levels 1-3)
Becoming a certified hockey official is a progressive journey that combines on-ice experience, mentorship, and strong rule book knowledge:
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Level 1 - House League Official
Officials typically begin at Level 1, working House League games and are generally under the age of 16
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Level 2 - Registered Official (Age 16+)
At age 16, officials become Level 2 Registered Officials, expanding their opportunities and responsibilities on the ice
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Level 2 – Certified Official
With experience in House/Local Leagues/Select, support from a mentor in Representative Hockey, and successful completion of On-Ice Supervision, officials can progress to Level 2 Certified status
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Level 3 - Certified Official
After gaining 1–2 years of Representative Hockey experience, demonstrating a strong willingness to grow and deepening rule book knowledge, officials may work toward Level 3. This level opens the door to higher-level hockey assignments. Officials are then supervised in a three-official system while serving as a Referee. If performance standards are met - professional conduct, strong rule application and the ability to officiate a fair and equitable game - they are invited to write the Level 3 exam. Achieving a score of 80% or higher results in successful Level 3 certification
Congratulations to our Newest Level 3 Officials!
TSMHA is proud to recognize the following officials on this outstanding achievement:
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Carson Janik
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Noah Jaworiwsky
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Matthew Bornais
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Calder Chinnery
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Ryan O'Neill
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Mitchell Rezler
Thank you for representing our association with pride on and off the ice!