Police Escort Youth Hockey Ref from N.S. Rink After Harassment

A hockey game in Musquodoboit Harbour, N.S., was halted after a young referee faced hate-motivated verbal abuse from a spectator, prompting police intervention. The RCMP is investigating the incident, which occurred on February 6, and is seeking witnesses. The referee, aged between 12 and 17, was supported by the Eastern Shore Minor Hockey Association, which emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Hockey Nova Scotia reports that 30% of referees quit after their first year due to such incidents, highlighting a broader issue in amateur sports.

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