This form is the IHONC membership application for the 2026-2027 season. A parent or legal guardian must electronically sign the application for applicants that are a minor at the time of application submittal.
Renewal Membership Information
Applicants for current membership renewals must submit their application NO LATER than November 30, 2026. In order to be assigned games, each official must have a current, completed form on file with the IHONC Secretary. If games are currently assigned and this form is not returned by November 30, 2026, all current games will be unassigned from you. Upon acceptance of this form by IHONC, your membership will be renewed and you will have first opportunity to be assigned games by IHONC for the 2026-27 season. Before completing this form, please read the IHONC Policy below.
New Membership Information
Applicants for new membership are required to attach a copy of your USA Hockey card to this application. In order for your application to be accepted and to be assigned games (including mentoring assignments), each official must have a current year completed application form on file with the IHONC. Before completing this form, please read the IHONC Policy below.
New members are ineligible to work any sanctioned USA Hockey game unless the official has completed all USA Hockey certification requirements (register with USA Hockey as an ice official; complete and pass USA Hockey’s open book on-line exam and modules; attend a USA Hockey seminar; complete Safe Sport Traiing; pass background checks as applicable).
IHONC uses an on-line system to manage game assignments as well as manage member personal information. After submitting a new membership application, the prospective member will receive an initial welcome e-mail from the IHONC Commissioner. The e-mail will contain a user name and initial password that will provide the new member with access to the on-line scheduling system. The new member must then enter all pertinent personal information into the system. A valid Social Security number must be provided (for tax purposes).
IHONC Policy
Ice Hockey Officials of Northern Connecticut requires applicants to be 12 years old to be eligible for membership. USA Hockey recommends that officials achieve a specific level of certification for each level of play. IHONC embraces USA Hockey’s game assignment recommendation, available for review on the USA Hockey website. IHONC cannot guarantee any official game assignments throughout the course of the hockey season. As recognized Independent Contractors, all officials are responsible to maintain their availability in the web-based assignment system utilized by IHONC. IHONC may take several factors into consideration when assigning officials including but not limited to skill level, availability, dependability, attitude, perceived conflict of interest, exposure, and location. All officials that do not have previous game officiating experience working a sanctioned USA Hockey travel program must participate in IHONC’s mentor program before being assigned games without a mentor. After graduating from our Mentor Program, assignments will be dependent upon your level of ability as evaluated by your mentor, and your availability to accept appropriate assignments.
Members are responsible for maintaining their personal information and their availability schedule current, within the Arbiter system. By signing this application form, you acknowledge that you are fully aware of and familiar with IHONC’s current Turn-Back policy.
Membership Application Fee
There will be no application fee to join IHONC for the 2026-27 season.
On-Ice Training Sessions
Who - All Level 1 & 2 Officials are required to attend an On-Ice Training Session.
Location - Champions Skating Center Cromwell
Rink - Lower Rink
Dates - September 13 and 27
Time - 8:40 AM to 10:10 AM
Please arrive at least 30 minutes early and be ready to go on the ice promptly at 8:40 AM.
General Membership Meetings
Membership meetings for the 2026-27 season will be held on the dates below. Level 1 and 2 officials are required to attend all monthly meetings. Level 3 and 4 officials are encouraged to attend at least one in person monthly meeting.
Meeting Dates
October 15, 2026 - In Person
November 19, 2026 - In Person
December 17, 2026 - Via Zoom
February 11, 2027 - In Person
Meeting Location
Newington Arena (2nd Floor, Figure Skating room at the end of the hall)
Meeting Time
6:00 to 7:00 - Level 1/2 Training
7:00 - 8:30 - Pizza and General Membership Meeting