Sanctioned Event Handbook - Ontario Ringette Association

TimekeepersThe timekeeper is responsible for the operation of the game clock i.e. penalties, goals,30 second timeouts. Must be totally impartial while carrying out assignments .Shot Clock OperatorThe shot clock operator is responsible for the operation of the shot clock device and toobserve the on-ice officials signals. If the Shot Clock Operator has to be in the stands,the area should be roped off so that spectators are not in the way or not being adistraction. Must be totally impartial while carrying out assignments. They need to beinstructed that they DO NOT ARGUE WITH THE ON-ICE OFFICIAL OVERAPPLICATION OF THE SHOT CLOCK RULES.Announcers (optional)This job can be volunteers, maybe even from your local media. Responsible girls ofJunior or Belle age groups or parents can be used. Timekeeper is responsible forannouncing team lineups (if time permits), penalties (player name, number, team, time ofthe penalty and type of penalty), and goals (player name, number, and who assisted).Announcements mentioning sponsors can also be made, before the game, at half timeor during stoppages in play.The announcer should have a clear speaking voice. This can be a distraction if not doneby a responsible person. And again must be totally impartial while carrying outassignments.OPENING CEREMONIES (Optional)It is up to the discretion of the tournament committee to be as elaborate or simple as youwish.Invite dignitaries to make short speech possibly the Mayor or a representative from thecommunity service or Parks and Recreation.Invite sponsors to present the awards they have presented.You will need a hall of area for the team to line up in before their entrance onto the ice.Possibly have a colour guard to lead the teams onto the ice.You will need an organized game plan as to where all teams, referees, dignitaries, andexecutive are to be and the order in which presentations will be made.18