Episode 10 – Between the Lines: A Ref Mom’s Story of Raising Hockey Officials

When kids trade sticks for whistles, parents enter the wild world of hockey officiating—this Ref Mom shares the highs, lows, and life lessons from the stripes.

What happens when your kids swap sticks for whistles? In this episode of Pucked Up Hockey Mums, Amanda sits down with a proud Ref Mom whose son and daughter both wear the stripes. From the first time they stepped on the ice as officials to the pressure of making calls in front of fired-up parents, this is a side of the game most hockey families never see.

We talk about the grit it takes to stand between the lines, the growth that comes from officiating, and the resilience required when tempers boil over in the stands. It’s hockey parenting—but with a whole new set of challenges.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• The unique journey of raising not one, but two hockey referees
• Behind-the-scenes stories of life in stripes
• How young officials handle pressure, criticism, and bad calls
• What parents should understand about refs (and why they deserve more respect)
• Why officiating can shape kids’ confidence, maturity, and love of the game

Whether you’re a hockey parent, a player, or someone who’s yelled “Come on, ref!” from the stands, this episode will give you a whole new perspective.

👉 Hit subscribe and share this episode with your hockey crew—you might just think twice before chirping the stripes at the next game.

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