EMPOWERING THE
THIRD TEAM ON THE ICE

About Us

STL Referee Scholarships rewards dedicated ice hockey officials with financial assistance for their post-secondary education. By celebrating those who wear the stripes, we’re investing in people who keep St. Louis hockey moving forward.

Our Mission

To empower ice hockey officials by rewarding their on-ice dedication, academic success, and extracurricular & volunteer involvement with financial support for their post-secondary education.

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SUPPORTING THEIR FUTURE

Scholarships

The discipline, leadership, and integrity developed through officiating extend far beyond the rink. Our scholarship program helps referees carry those qualities into college, trade school, and beyond, supporting their next chapter with meaningful financial assistance.

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Current Recipients

MATTHEW FUNK

Weldon Springs, MO

RYAN POTOCKI

O'Fallon, MO

KEVIN WHITE

Republic, MO

Past Recipients

Invest in Leadership On and Off the Ice

STL Referee Scholarships is dedicated to supporting the academic journey of our ice hockey officials. Financial barriers should never prevent a committed referee from reaching their educational goals. Your contribution directly funds scholarships that honor hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship.

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Latest Updates

A Scholarship Designed for Dedicated Members of Missouri Ice Hockey Officials Association

For hockey officials, the lessons learned at the rink go far beyond the game. Leadership, accountability, and composure under pressure all carry into the classroom and beyond. That is exactly what STL Referee Scholarships aims to support, helping referees turn those skills into future opportunities through higher education.

Andy Hudson

The Bill McKenna Memorial Scholarship Foundation Rebrands as “STL Referee Scholarships”; Announces Appearance at 2026 Blue Note Cup

The Bill McKenna Memorial Scholarship Foundation is proud to announce a formal rebranding to STL Referee Scholarships. This transition introduces a refreshed focus and a new tagline: “Honoring Bill McKenna, Supporting Ice Hockey Officials.”

Andy Hudson