Tuesday, September 13, 2011

NAHL Showcase - Ka-Boom!

The Hockey Universe is in Blaine, MN Sep 14-18


September 14-18, 2011 (excerpt from www.nahl.com)
"Celebrating its 9th Anniversary this fall, the Combat Hockey/North American Hockey League (NAHL) Showcase Tournament has evolved into one of hockey's most prestigious and well-attended events of the entire season. For scouting purposes, the four-day event, in which all 28 NAHL teams play four regular-season games, is a can't-miss for every NCAA program and NHL team as they get their first look at some of the best and brightest hockey talent North America has to offer.
Located in the northern Minneapolis-St. Paul suburb of Blaine, Minnesota, the Schwan Super Rink is the largest ice arena of its kind in the world. The state-of-the-art facility, a $21 million project totaling over 300,000 square feet, features eight sheets of ice under one roof. With all its varied amenities and services, the Schwan Super Rink is absolutely unique in the world of ice sport facilities.
The North American Prospects Hockey League's (NAPHL) first event of the season, which will run from September 15-18, will again be played in conjunction with the Combat Hockey/NAHL Showcase Tournament. In its third season, the NAPHL is made up of 42 Midget Major (16), Midget Minor (16) and Bantam Major (10) teams from 17 programs that compete at the Tier I AAA level."
Ultimate Officials will have 16 officials, working over 100 different games, ranging from the NAHL Jr. A. Tier II, the NAH3L Jr. A. Tier III, the NAHPL, and the Upper Midwest High School League.

Officials who have been selected (in particular order):
Cameron Voss
Nick Bradshaw
Duncan Ryhorchuk
Neil Missling
Darren Glur
Eric Arndt
Neil Missling
Glendon Seal
Brendan Cohen
Tim Ferrel
Mike Diebold
Clayton Smith
Joe Millette
Jake Brenk
Ryan Szymanski
Kevin Cassidy
Joe Oberg

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Ultimate Officials is running a "Biggest Loser" competition.  Right now there are 9 guys who are pushing themselves to be in top performance shape for the upcoming 2011-12 Season.  And right now someone has the chance to not only shred some fat, build some muscle, BUT ALSO EARN $180 or MORE!

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email for more info: info@ultimateofficials.com

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

2011 Zebra Open Was a Huge Success!







On Friday August 19th, 42 golfers, many hole sponsors and other hockey referees who donated raised money for a great cause: Fighting Cancer.

MONEY RAISED: $2440.00


WHO: People willing to give back.
(Winning Team at 15 Under Par: Brian Thul, Tom Sterns, Jeff Beckers, Zach Nelson)

WHAT: A charity fundraiser and golf event.

WHEN: August 19th, 2011

WHERE: Shakopee, MN

WHY: Because the hockey community cares.

** THANKS TO ALL WHO HELPED, GAVE UP THEIR TIME, ENERGY AND RESOURCES. YOU ALL ARE TRULY SPECIAL TO ME AND MY FAMILY

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

A Call to Arms

I Want You!


All online members of Ultimate Officials have been receiving weekly newsletters on our Summer of 2011 Curriculum Series - "Goal Setting".

Here is a link to a recent newsletter and a challenge for you: Click Here for the Link


Respond to info@ultimateofficials.com  to answer the call.

Monday, August 15, 2011

2011 Zebra Open - Friday August 19th

8th Annual Zebra Open
Friday August 19th 
Stonebrooke Golf Club, Shakopee, MN

**ZEBRA FOUNDATION: We have established a foundation for the hockey officials in Minnesota, called the Zebra Foundation.  The mission of the Zebra Foundation is “to support cancer patients and their families through donations.”  Helping our fellow brothers and sisters in the referee world is what this cause is all about.  Cancer can strike any of us or our families at any time, and the Zebra Foundation is here to help.  Your participation ensures help for those in the future. 

The Zebra Foundation donates money to the NHL Official’s Assocition – “Zebra Cares”  https://www.nhlofficials.com/display_news.asp?articleID=513 

2009 Picture Slide Show from the Zebra Open


Stonebooke Golf Course


DONATIONS RECEIVED TO DATE:
$335.00

Make a Donation Online






Thursday, July 28, 2011

The UO 2-1 Hockey Skills Camps


The following video is a "highlight" video from the June and July Ultimate Officials 2-1 Hockey Skills Camps.

I call these camps "hockey skills" camps, because I stress that the officials work on hockey skills that can transfer over into any other system...regardless if it is the 1-2 system, the 2 official system, the 2-1 system, or the 4 official system.

Skills like: footwork, first-step speed, getting in the Golden Triangle and working the Golden Triangle, anticipation, and "at-net skills" are the skills that are stressed.  Using summer hockey as a time to work on all of these skating (and mental) skills help ensure an even better performance for the next season.  These camps are designed for those who are looking to continue their climb up the ladder.  I hope you enjoy!


http://vimeo.com/27025329
2011 UO 2-1 Hockey Skills Camps from J.B. Olson on Vimeo.

June 23-24 Camp Officials:
Joe Millette
Mike Diebold
Brian Thul (trainer)
Matt Butchko
Jeff Beckers (trainer)
Robert Beckl
Jamie Halverson
Eric Arndt
Clayton Smith

July 22-24 Camp Officials:
Nick Bradshaw
Brendan Cohen
Jason Olson
Cameron Voss
Clayton Smith
Joe Millette