Stratford, ON - ALLIANCE Hockey is pleased to announce that
LUKE ORR (London, ON) is the recipient of the 2024 ALLIANCE Hockey Referee of the Year Award!
2024 ALLIANCE HOCKEY REFEREE OF THE YEAR
– LUKE ORR, LONDON REFEREES GROUP Watch the full award presentation video HERE!
Congratulations to London Referees Group Official Luke Orr, recipient of the 2024 ALLIANCE Hockey Referee of the Year Award!
Luke Orr is a level 3 Official and an active member of the London Referees Group (LRG) for the last 10 years.
Orr can often be found officiating multiple nights per week, dedicating numerous hours throughout the season and off-season to officiating programs.
In particular, Orr has played a crucial role in organizing and developing the LRG's Mentorship Program. The program provides opportunities for young officials in their first years of officiating to be coached by experienced officials in the London area. The officials are shadowed on the ice by a mentor for their first few games and receive supervisions and subsequent coaching throughout the season.
Luke has effectively promoted the LRG through a large Instagram following, significantly increasing attention to the mentorship program. He shares the activities of the LRG and provides guidance on how to implement similar programs in other officiating communities.
"Luke's positive and calm demeanor are attributes of a great official. He is a solid leader and has done a fantastic job leading the LRG's Mentorship Program," noted fellow official, Jordan Hurtubise. "I can't think of a more deserving candidate for this award."
Orr continues to make a positive and lasting impact within minor hockey through officiating and is a worthy recipient of the 2024 ALLIANCE Hockey Referee of the Year award!
Congratulations Luke, and thank you for your dedication and contributions to minor hockey!
About the Referee of the Year Award -
The ALLIANCE Hockey Referee of the Year Award recognizes outstanding contributions, involvement and service to ALLIANCE Hockey in the area of officiating. ALLIANCE Hockey Referee of the Year Award recipients have displayed commitment to the ideals of ALLIANCE Hockey, have worked tirelessly for the improvement of the game at their local Association level and have made a notable impact on both the game and the players involved. The recipient must be active in hockey during the year of the award