This translation has been automatically generated and has not been verified for accuracy.An on-ice confrontation between a referee and some adults at a three-on-three hockey tournament for children in Lethbridge, Alta., is under investigation by police.
Cellphone video shot by a spectator appears to show five unidentified people not on skates approach an official on the ice Sunday at the eighth annual Quest for the Cup tournament.Story continues below advertisementIt’s not known what prompted the confrontation at the tournament, which involves boys and girls between the ages of seven and 12 and is put on by the Lethbridge-based skills development organization, High Performance Hockey.
A statement posted to High Performance’s website Sunday evening confirmed the altercation occurred and says the organization is co-operating with the police investigation. The statement said the tussle “should serve as an example to all about the importance of ensuring the rink is a safe place for our children. Actions like this have no place in our game”
It also said the tournament is an opportunity for players to enjoy the game of hockey with their friends.Our Morning Update and Evening Update newsletters are written by Globe editors, giving you a concise summary of the day’s most important headlines.
Mercy. It’s only start of September. This is why he have no refs!
From my experience as a referee and umpire the tweet needs to replace the word adults with parents. Parents’ behavior is often well below the adult level when their children are involved.
This is the very moment dad can spend the next 50 years claiming how his son was the 'next Gretzky' if only it wasn't for that stupid referee who ruined his son's future.
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