Every spring, a cohort of women converges in the high desert of Nevada to sharpen the skills that keep hockey’s split‑second calls fair and fast, honoring a fallen official while building the next generation of female referees.
A tribute and a vision
The gathering, known as Camp Jamie, honors Jamie Huntley‑Park, a promising official who earned a spot on the 2022 Beijing Olympic roster before her life was cut short in a motorcycle accident.
Founded in 2018 by the Pacific District, the camp was created to fill a void of women‑focused officiating venues and has since become a cornerstone of USA Hockey’s development pipeline.
Participants spend three intensive days in classroom sessions that cover Rule 601, de‑escalation tactics, and the nuances of the 3‑official and 4‑official systems, followed by on‑ice drills that emphasize power skating and IIHF testing.
The instruction is led by a roster of seasoned mentors, among them Jackie Spresser, Kendall Hanley and Alicia Hanrahan, who were close friends of Huntley‑Park, as well as Steve Stevens, a district representative who guides the program’s strategic direction.
Honoring a legacy
Beyond technical training, the camp offers video review, live feedback and mentorship that help attendees fulfill USA Hockey seminar requirements and build lasting professional networks.
The impact is measurable: many alumni return year after year, advance to college and international assignments, and some even receive the Jamie Award, a tribute to the camper who best embodies Huntley‑Park’s spirit.
Pathways forward
Looking ahead, organizers hope the camp will attract former college players transitioning out of the rink, offering them a clear pathway into officiating at Futures, state and district championship levels.