Stephen Fitts
Locust Grove,Virginia
Summary
Dynamic ice hockey referee with extensive experience officiating in the ACHA, USPHL, and USA Hockey. Demonstrated quick decision-making and respectfulness while upholding safety and ethical standards. Successfully diffused tense situations and promoted sportsmanship, contributing to a positive game atmosphere. Collaborated effectively with teams and officials to ensure consistent rule interpretation. Attended SERA multiple years gaining knowledge from professional referees to improve my officiating.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Hockey Referee
ACHA
09.2022 - Current
- Worked ACHA D1 to D3 as a Referee and Linesman at Liberty University.
- Upheld high ethical standards while officiating hockey games, fostering trust among teams, coaches, spectators, and league organizers.
- Handled disputes calmly and effectively, diffusing tense situations between teams during matches.
Hockey Referee
USPHL
09.2022 - Current
- Enforced safety rules to protect players from game injuries.
- Ensured clear understanding of rules among coaches, players, and spectators by effectively communicating decisions made during games.
- Worked the 2023-2024 regional USPHL Playoffs.
Level 4 Official
USA Hockey
09.2011 - Current
- Maintained order during games through effective communication with coaches and players.
- Contributed to a positive game atmosphere by maintaining professionalism at all times, both on and off the ice.
- Assisted in the development of new referees by sharing knowledge and providing guidance during training sessions.
- Collaborated with fellow officials to ensure consistent rule interpretation throughout games.
- Officiated all levels of youth and adult hockey to include games in the 3 and 4 official system.
Skills
- Respectfulness
- Quick decision making
- Decision-making under pressure
- Physical fitness
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Hockey Referee
ACHA
09.2022 - Current
Hockey Referee
USPHL
09.2022 - Current
Level 4 Official
USA Hockey
09.2011 - Current