on-ice officials goof-up??

[RefWEB]

Originally Posted by chseagle

Nothing got changed, except for the fact they played 4-on-4, instead of 5-on-5. During next intermission, the on-ice officials were asked about the blarge & the mistake was realized.

The incident happened during the 1st game of the season, so it was a learning experience.

No offence, but referees shouldn't be "learning" about coincidental penalties during a Junior game!

[chseagle]

Originally Posted by RefWEB

No offence, but referees shouldn't be "learning" about coincidental penalties during a Junior game!

Very true, especially since the on-ice officials were not rookies.