California Hockey Referees

On Sunday night, two officials stepped up to the plate in a big way while working an adult ice hockey game. They didn’t call a penalty that had a huge impact on the game, nor did they award a close overtime goal. They literally saved a life. During the game, official was positioned as the back referee in a two-man system, standing in front of the players’ bench. With approximately four minutes remaining in the game, he heard a noise behind him that sounded like a player had fallen. He turned around and observed a player face down, pinned between the boards and the bench.

He immediately blew his whistle to stop play, jumped the boards, and began to assess the player’s condition. The player exhibited agonal respirations and was pulseless upon assessment. Nathan called for assistance from nearby players to help roll him onto his back. At that time, his partner skated quickly off the ice to retrieve the AED.

They began removing the player’s equipment to prepare for resuscitation. Once the AED arrived at the bench, Nathan applied the pads to the player’s chest. The first AED analysis advised a shock, which was delivered, and they immediately initiated CPR. They continued removing the remaining equipment, including socks and skates, to allow for full access during resuscitation efforts.

CPR was continued, and Nathan was eventually relieved by another player who was trained in CPR. When Anaheim Ambulance personnel arrived, they assisted in the transition of care by helping connect the player to their cardiac monitor while they established an airway. They continued resuscitation efforts until Anaheim Fire medics arrived on scene and assumed full patient care. The player was then loaded into the ambulance for transport to the local emergency department. The quick thinking and medical training by a First Responder (Nathan Vincent) and Military Veteran (Ken Roach), both LAHOA officials, saved this life. The player’s doctor stated that the condition has an 88% mortality rate and if it wasn’t for the actions of these to courageous officials the player would not be with us today. Great job

California Hockey Officials Inc. is excited to announce our Fall 2025 SHB College Scholarship Award Recipients. .compton42 .butlr have all shown excellence not only on the ice but in the classroom. We are honored to help support these young officials chase their dreams while continuing to give back to the game we all love.

A quick look back at the 2nd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament. Hard to believe it’s already been a year since this day. Thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, and golfers, you all play a huge part in giving back to the officiating community. Year two saw our first full shotgun sellout, an increase in net proceeds, and included the additions of .rentals .2you . A big thanks to .5 for all the great pictures!

California Hockey Officials Inc. Level One Officiating Gear Program is off and running. We are extremely excited to partner with to bring gear to new officials in the State of California. Please visit our website to apply for the program once you’ve received your card and crest. Thank you to everyone who has helped make this possible!

California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to thank for being a hole sponsor of the 3rd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament. Go check out their location off of PCH and Loynes, we recommend the Y6 Signature Hot to get you dialed in. Thank you for supporting this event the last three years!

California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to welcome back California Amateur Hockey Association as a valued Platinum Sponsor of the 3rd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament! Thank you for your continued support of officiating. ⛳️ ⚾️

California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to welcome back for the second year in a row as our Hole In One Sponsor. Golfers will have an opportunity to win a $25,000 prize if they get an ace on the par 3 fifth hole at Skylinks this Friday. Thank you for your continued support of the officiating community.

California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to welcome back the as a valued 3rd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament Sponsor. Brian was a huge Angels fan, which makes their support that much sweeter! Thank you for your continued support of the officiating community! ⚾️

California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to welcome as a valued 3rd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament Closest to the Pin sponsor! Thank you for your support of the officiating community!

California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to welcome as a valued 3rd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament Sponsor! There’s still a some spots remaining in this year’s tournament. Come check out the Sun Cruiser tent when you get to the par 3 9th hole at Sky next Friday for a refreshing beverage!

We’re one week away from celebrating the life of Brian and fundraising to give back to this great community! California Hockey Officials Inc. would like to welcome back the as 3rd Annual Brian Blumberg Charity Golf Tournament Sponsors! Thank you for your commitment to officiating!