The North American Ball Hockey Players Association (NBHPA) confirmed that on Tuesday night, after being ejected from a game, a player violently attacked a referee with his stick.
The official was struck in the chest and face, resulting in a fractured skull and jaw, as well as severe dental damage.
The player responsible, a 31-year-old man, has been arrested and banned from the league for life. I hope the injured referee can make a full and speedy recovery.