Hockey Dad Assaults Child Referees: Outrage Over Misdemeanor Charge
A father has been charged with assault after allegedly shoving two child referees at a youth hockey game, sparking outrage and highlighting the volatile nature of youth sports. The incident, which involved a grown man physically assaulting two underage officials, underscores a larger problem of escalating aggression and unacceptable behavior among some parents at youth sporting events. It’s a situation that has left many questioning the lack of respect for authority and the safety of young people volunteering their time to officiate games.
The sheer audacity of the act is striking. The man, whose identity hasn’t been widely released, allegedly pushed or shoved two children, one 12 and the other 14 years old, who were serving as referees during the game.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood