The Crown Refs Podcast is the ultimate audio experience for basketball officials looking to elevate their craft, build confidence, and achieve long-term success on and off the court. Hosted by Paul Diasparra, this podcast helps referees master their skills, refine their judgment, and develop a strong officiating mindset. It features top names in officiating like Joey Crawford, Roger Ayers, Dee Kantner, Maia Chaka, Lisa Mattingly, Tyler Ford, Penny Davis, Reggie Greenwood, Scott Foster, Al Ba ...
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Scouting The Refs follows hockey officials across the NHL, AHL, ECHL, and other leagues around the world, including news updates, rule changes and interpretations, suspensions, and statistics on officials and penalty calls. #RefsPodcastThe Scouting The Refs Podcast is a weekly look at the world of officiating and player safety within the National Hockey League, AHL, ECHL, and other leagues around the world. We'll break down the calls and the rules behind them to help understand why a penalty ...
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A show about the people who are involved in the world's biggest sport but don't often get seen, unless they make a mistake. Join host Hassan Rajwani as he sits down with football (soccer) referees at all levels of the game to discuss their journey, key refereeing topics in the game (such as VAR) and everything else refereeing! You'll also hear him quiz professional players on the laws of the game.
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Welcome to our discussion based Podcast, where we talk about a wide range of ever changing topics that match the randomness of our guests and Co-hosts. We are doing this as a labor of love always remembering to be respectful to one another taking into account we all have our own viewpoint and opinion on things. If you have ideas, topics, comments and or thoughts please reach out to our email Pref.Refpodcast@gmail.com.
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Take a seat on the Armchair and join us as we debate the latest rugby and sporting events. Full of bad takes and laughter, this easygoing podcast hosted by Mike Abrahamse and Ben Hall is almost guaranteed to be the best hour of your week. With reviews like this, why would you want to miss out? "10/10 would recommend to anyone" - Ben's Mum "5* full of quality and great sporting takes" - Mike's dad
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Episode 223 / November 23, 2024: The NHL's Department of Player Safety finally did it... again. DOPS released a video explaining the rule around illegal checks to the head, including why a few players didn't get suspended. Of course, not all the players were so lucky. Toronto Maple Leafs winger Ryan Reaves picked up a five-game ban for an illegal c…
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#384 Film Fam Ep. 1 | w/Anthony Johnson Jr. & Carter Mochinski | Crown Refs Mentor
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We're excited to introduce Film Fam, our new film review series at Crown Refs! Inspired by our Game Notes series, Film Fam will feature at least two officials per session who will share a bulk of plays for review. In this first episode, we feature officials Anthony Johnson Jr. and Carter Mochinski, who both bring a diverse set of game clips for ana…
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Episode 222 / November 16, 2024: Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn has his major penalty for boarding Boston Bruins defenseman Brandon Carlo reduced to a two-minute minor after review, Utah’s Michael Carcone picked up seven minutes in penalty after a one-sided scrap against Jack Drury of the Carolina Hurricanes. It’s a three-review game at Leafs vs. …
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Episode 221 / November 9, 2024: We’re seeing double this week with two reviews - and two pucks on the ice. Plus, Todd and Josh are joined by Tyler Nimmons, director and executive producer of ECHL Unfiltered. The Avalanche had a goal taken away for offside, only to have it reinstated a moment later after a protest from the Avs’ bench delayed the fac…
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In this episode of "Human Side of the Game," a collaboration between Crown Refs and Officially Human, we shine a light on the personal journeys of six different officials from various levels. This series gives you an inside look at who these officials are beyond the court—exploring their hobbies, passions, and lives outside of officiating. Get to k…
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#382 Mozelle’s Mentorship | with Mozelle Salazar | Crown Refs 1-1 Training
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This episode is another Crown Refs Community Collab as we introduce Mozelle from Corpus Christi, Texas, entering her second season as an official. We hear about her background, discussing her family's influence, especially her dad, a former referee considering a return to weekend tournaments to work with her. This episode highlights the importance …
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Let the coaches’ challenges begin! One week into the season, we’ve already seen challenges for goaltender interference, offside, and missed stoppages. We’ve got two minutes to Detroit Red Wings’ Christian Fisher for breaking his stick after an icing. Brendan Dillon of the New Jersey Devils sees his major penalty for interference on Buffalo’s J.J. P…
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#381 Vincent’s Verifications | with Vincent Garrett | Crown Refs 1-1 training
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Welcome to this episode of Vincent's Verifications! Vincent Garrett, a hungry first-year official with many questions and a burning desire to learn the right way. Vincent's eagerness to grasp the nuances of the game is truly inspiring, and this episode promises to be a treasure trove of insights for officials at all levels. In this engaging sess…
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Game on! The regular season is officially here. We've got goaltender interference in Columbus, possible penalty reviews, and ECHL rulebook adjustments. Toronto Maple Leafs' Cedric Pare's knee-on-knee hit on Montreal Canadiens' Patrik Laine, and the aftermath with Arber Xhekaj going after Pare and picking up instigator, aggressor, and fighting penal…
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On this week's #RefsPodcast: Cal Foote suspended by Slovakia, OHL adds 24 new officials, moving from lines to ref, Detroit Red Wings’ Dylan Larkin goes headhunting on Chicago Blackhawks’ A.J. Spellacy, New York Rangers’ Brennan Othmann delivers an unpenalized blindside hit on Boston Bruins’ Parker Wotherspoon who eventually picks up an unsportsmanl…
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#380 Mikaiya's Motivation | with Mikaiya Moore | Crown Refs 1-1
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In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce Mikaiya, whose tenacity for growth and improvement has motivated her to pursue excellence in officiating. We were excited to meet her for the first time during this call, as she recently signed up for the Crown Refs 1-1 tier on Patreon. Mikaiya's dedication to enhancing her skills and knowledge is truly…
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Wrapping up NHL Officials training camp, the NHL releases a rule change update video, and QMJHL officiating updates. Todd and Josh go through The Athletic’s recent player survey covering the NHL standings, overtime, shootout goals, and post-game ref press availability. Plus, should the NHL’s Department of Player Safety set minimum standards for sus…
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#379 Figuring it Out | with Brian Kenney | Available on Amazon
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We are excited to welcome Brian Kenney, a wonderful human being with a rich and diverse background. Brian is a former Division I official, a current JUCO and high school assignor, a retired special education teacher, and the owner of a successful team-building company. Brian, who is also an author, discusses his latest book, "Figuring It Out: A You…
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Getting ready for the upcoming 2024-25 National Hockey League season with a review of the rule changes, including a big one that will allow Coach's Challenges for puck-over-glass delay of game penalties, along with Ryan Getzlaf joining former teammate George Parros in the NHL's Department of Player Safety. Todd and Josh look back at the retiring of…
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#378 Professionalism Under Pressure | Insights w/Clarence Armstrong | NCAA-M's Tournament Official
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In this episode of the Crown Refs Podcast as we sit down with NCAA men’s official Clarence Armstrong. Clarence, a former standout basketball player and all-time leading scorer at ChiChester High School, went on to play four years at Drexel University before transitioning to officiating in 1999. Reaching the Division 1 level in 2008, Clarence now wo…
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Recently retired NHL referee Kevin Pollock picks up a new gig as the Ontario Hockey Association’s Director of Officiating, summer camps are underway including the NHL’s second trip to Europe for a Summer Officiating Combine and the upcoming NHL Officiating Exposure Combine in Buffalo. NHL stripes are keeping busy with their own camps and charitable…
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#377 Unpacking Emotional Intelligence | with Duane Jourdeans
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In this insightful episode we welcome Duane Jourdeans, an expert in emotional intelligence and positive psychology, to explore the critical role of emotional intelligence (EI) in the realm of officiating and beyond.Dwayne has spent 29 years in education, coaching, and consulting with organizations like the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Positive Coa…
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After 259 days and 1,400 games, the 2023-24 NHL season is finally over! We look back at Games 6 and 7 of the Stanley Cup Final: Game 6: The Edmonton Oilers win a critical offside challenge against the Florida Panthers. That one took guts... but should we even be reviewing plays that close? What about 'the spirit of the rule'? Where's the line? Also…
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#376 Quincy is Qualified | w/Quincy Smith | Minneapolis, MN | 15-year-old Official
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In this episode of "Crown Refs," we sit down with Quincy Smith, a remarkable 15-year-old basketball official from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Quincy shares his journey into officiating, balancing his roles as a player in both basketball and football, and his aspirations to officiate at the college or professional level.Quincy reflects on being inspir…
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On this week's #RefsPodcast, we roll through Games 4 and 5 of the Stanley Cup Final between the Edmonton Oilers and the Florida Panthers! Game 4: Edmonton's Darnell Nurse has a kneeing major penalty downgraded to a two-minute minor... but was there embellishment on the play? And can we make a rule change that'll help the refs when there is? No pena…
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Is this the final day for the Stanley Cup Final? Can the Edmonton Oilers stay alive? With the Florida Panthers holding a commanding 3-0 lead in the series, we look back at what's happened thus far in the Cup Final. Game 1: Oilers' Henrique boards Panthers' Ekman-Larsson, Sam Bennett runs over Connor McDavid, and Sergei Bobrovsky gets a whistle with…
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Heading into the Stanley Cup Final this week on the #RefsPodcast, with a look at the officials selected to work the championship series between the Edmonton Oilers and Florida Panthers. Expect things to tighten up as penalty minutes are down and power plays are at a premium late in the playoffs. Did the officials miss a penalty on Edmonton Oilers c…
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#375 Gary Vee X Crown Refs | Cultivating Gratitude & Patience in Officiating | feat. Gary Vaynerchuk
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In this milestone episode of The Crown Refs Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome world-class entrepreneur and best-selling author Gary Vaynerchuk. Gary, also known as Gary Vee, is a digital marketing pioneer, the CEO of VaynerMedia, and the creator of VaynerX. His influence extends beyond the business world, having authored five New York Times bests…
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This week on the #RefsPodcast, we discuss a pair of major penalties that were downgraded after officials' review. The Panthers’ Dmitry Kulikov had a major penalty reduced to a minor for hit on Rangers’ Alex Wennberg and the Rangers’ Jacob Trouba saw his elbowing major on Florida’s Evan Rodrigues dropped to a minor… neither with any explanation as t…
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#374 Rapid Responses 16 | A 4-step approach to improved Game Management
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In this episode, we dive into enhancing communication with coaches and improving your confidence. Building on our prior material, we share updates to the Rapid Response Toolkit. The episode focuses on strategies for effective coach communication, maintaining court presence, and implementing rapid responses to manage unsporting behavior.𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲…
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This week on the #RefsPodcast, we ask: Where's Wes McCauley? Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid takes an overtime high-sticking penalty that was confirmed via review... but was another penalty missed? Boston Bruins forward Charlie Coyle gives a little 'How do you do' to Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad's undercarriage, with no penalty or fine.…
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#373 2024 Camp Scholarship Episode | 3rd annual Crown Refs Scholarship
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In this special episode, we take the listeners on a heartfelt journey as we reach out to eight officials to award them scholarships for the upcoming camp season. This episode is a testament to the commitment and passion that defines the Crown Refs community.This episode blends humor, encouragement, and heartfelt recognition, capturing the essence…
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No goal! We’ve got no goal after Vancouver Canucks goaltender Arturs Silovs saves a puck with his glove that might have been over the line… but a good goal for the Florida Panthers’ Sam Bennett after he cross-checked Charlie Coyle into Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman. We also have some goaltender interference on the Panthers’ Sergei Bobrovs…
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Preferences and References (Pref & Ref) Podcast - SE 2 EP 16
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Ready to have your mind blown? Welcome to our thought-provoking discussion podcast, where we delve into a kaleidoscope of topics alongside intriguing guests and co-hosts. ️ Every episode is a journey – we explore fascinating themes, challenge perspectives, and embrace diverse viewpoints. Got ideas? Burning questions? We want to hear them! Share you…
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#372 Breakdowns w/Ben Minnow | Crown Refs 1-1 tier | patreon.com/crownrefs
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This 1-on-1 training session part of the Crown Refs mentoring program provided numerous insights and tips for aspiring basketball officials. Here are some of the major takeaways: 1. 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀: • The significance of participating in refereeing camps for personal and professional development was stressed. These camps are not onl…
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Preferences and References (Pref & Ref) Podcast - SE 2 EP 15
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Ready to have your mind blown? Welcome to our thought-provoking discussion podcast, where we delve into a kaleidoscope of topics alongside intriguing guests and co-hosts. ️ Every episode is a journey – we explore fascinating themes, challenge perspectives, and embrace diverse viewpoints. Got ideas? Burning questions? We want to hear them! Share you…
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On this week’s #RefsPodcast, we’ve got big hits, mega misconducts, and… who’s that ref? Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn goes unpenalized for a hit on Colorado Avalanche defenseman Devon Toews - even after a ref review, Carolina Hurricanes’ Tony DeAngelo gets two for a hit on Will Cuylle of the New York Rangers, more goaltender collisions at Canes/R…
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Ben Lampron, a dedicated basketball official with the Minneapolis Officials Association, is a 3rd-year official from Edina, MN. Beyond the court, he is the author of "Jumpstart Your Future," a book aimed at mentoring young professionals. Ben's approach to both his professional and officiating careers emphasizes the importance of active engagement, …
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It's all about the blue paint as Nashville Predators’ Michael McCarron gets fined for goaltender interference after running over Casey DeSmith of the Vancouver Canucks, and two Tampa Bay Lightning goals get wiped out due to goaltender interference. Los Angeles Kings goaltender David Rittich is in the blue when he catches the puck… but his glove goe…
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#370 From Whistle to Wisdom | feat. Randy McCall | 6-Final Fours
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In this episode of the Crown Refs podcast, we feature Randy McCall, a seasoned Division I official since 1992 with an impressive track record across multiple conferences including the Mountain West, Pac 12, WAC, WCC, Big West, Big Sky, Big 12, and MVC. Randy's extensive experience includes NCAA Tournament appearances from 2001-2021, and six Final F…
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In this intriguing episode, we sit down with William Modeste, an extremely well-respected official with a career spanning over fifty years. We recorded our pregame and halftime interactions and brought you into our locker during a high school basketball game from the 2023-24 season. William shares his wealth of knowledge and experience as he narrat…
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Trevor Moore of the Los Angeles Kings gets only two minutes for a low hit on the Edmonton Oilers' Vincent Desharnais, and the New York Rangers' Artemi Panarin sees a major penalty call rescinded after his hit on Washington Capitals' forward T.J. Oshie. Also on the latest #RefsPodcast, we've got two too-many-men penalties -- one at Rangers vs. Caps …
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#368 SMB Training Academy | with Sylvia Biggett
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This episode is a collaboration with 𝗦𝗠𝗕 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆, lead by all-world mentor, Sylvia Biggett. Sylvia is a dedicated and impactful mentor, deeply invested in the professional development and success of her mentees. She emphasizes the importance of mentoring not only for career advancement but also for personal growth, instilling values such a…
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We hereby conduct this week's Scouting the Refs Podcast... The playoff officials working the next fortnight's games are out! Referee Mike Sullivan is... ready for it as he makes his NHL debut; Kevin Shattenkirk is guilty as sin for stickwork from the bench; refs would've, should've, could've called a penalty for Habs' Slafkovsky's stick flip, Flyer…
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#367 Signal School 11 | with The Community | Crown Refs Mentor
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Thank you for another great Signal School session as your positive energy and kindness are infectious. Next time I will be sure to record the gallery view rather than the speaker view but I'm sure you will still gain a ton of value from this session. Enjoy!Thanks for watching Signal School 11! Here are some of the takeaways from our session:1. …
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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby calls out a linesman, referee Steve Kozari is injured in a collision with Tampa Bay Lightning’s Haydn Fleury, two new NHL referees make their league debuts as Graedy Hamilton and Stephen Hiff take the ice, with two more waiting for their starts. We’ve got a goal line stand at Boston Bruins vs. Carolina Hurr…
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#366 Whitney’s Whistle | with Whitney Brown | Ep. 1 | Crown Refs 1-1 Membership
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Welcome to our new mentee series with Whitney Brown, a 3-year official from Richmond, VA. Whitney is part of the Crown Refs 1-1 membership tier on Patreon and in this session, we break down her regional NFHS playoff game from February 2024. We hope you enjoy!𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱:-Detaching from Criticism-Knowing the Rules Inside Out-Staying Profe…
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We've got a communication breakdown in Montreal as a Canadiens goal against the Florida Panthers is confirmed - then overturned due to a miscommunication between the Situation Room and the on-ice officials. (At least they got the call right!) Player Safety had a busy week, with Minnesota Wild's Hartman suspended for throwing a stick at a referee, M…
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Thank you for your continued support of Crown Refs! Welcome to the 'Rapid Response Scenario Pack' — your go-to resource for developing the skill of game management and communication with coaches. This pack provides an array of carefully constructed scenarios that capture real-game interactions between coach and official. They're designed to sharpen…
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6 Nations - Sad it's over but Glad it happened
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Listen in to relive the finale of the six nations, with the best matched Super Saturday ever going in how did they fair? In this episode we talk about: The Anglo-French Rivalry in Le Crunch Battle of the chokers Scotland vs Ireland A real wooden spoon contest Mike vs Ben drafting a Team of the six nations Are back rows overrated?…
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Detroit Red Wings broadcaster Ken Daniels joins Todd and Josh to discuss a revolutionary change to the offside rule that would increase scoring, reduce Coach's Challenges, and expand the size of the offensive zone. The NHL's Department of Player Safety issues a six-game suspension to Washington Capitals' Tom Wilson for an egregious high stick - whi…
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In this compelling episode of the Crown Refs Podcast, we engage in a profound discussion on the critical role of communication and respect within the sports arena, spotlighting the relationship between referees, coaches, and players. Featuring insights from Greg Krauska, an esteemed team performance coach and the co-author of “Stronger United,” thi…
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Preferences and References (Pref & Ref) Podcast - SE 2 EP 8
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Preferences and References (Pref & Ref) Podcast - SE 2 EP 7
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Ready to have your mind blown? Welcome to our thought-provoking discussion podcast, where we delve into a kaleidoscope of topics alongside intriguing guests and co-hosts. ️ Every episode is a journey – we explore fascinating themes, challenge perspectives, and embrace diverse viewpoints. Got ideas? Burning questions? We want to hear them! Share you…
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Move, ref! Get out the way! Get out the way! Unintentional zebra hunting this week, as linesmen Tommy Hughes, Steve Barton, and Dan Kelly all find themselves on the receiving end of some unintentional contact; referee Chris Schlenker gets a primary assist; Mark Shewchyk steps up as the EBUL (Emergency Backup Linesman); and an unfortunate collision …
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