Chet’s involvement with lacrosse started as a minor lacrosse referee and coach in Owen Sound. He was recruited to officiate with the OLA in 1985 and the NLL in 1998. Notably, from 1993 to 2008, Chet was usually involved in officiating in one of the prestigious lacrosse major games/championships in the CLA and NLL – including Mann Cups, Minto Cups, NLL Championship Cups, NLL all-star games (3), World Indoor Box Championships (1). Chet has won praise from players, coaches, and fans alike, consistently being fair, approachable, and possessing outstanding communication skills, as well as being highly respected in general. Chet has officiated over 3,000 lacrosse games at every level, from youth to professional, and has mentored hundreds of officials along the way.
