PRESS RELEASE - Bladetech Hockey And NHLOA Partnership for the 25-26 NHL Season

PRESS RELEASE

As the speed of the game continues to rise, so does the demand on the people who keep it fair and safe: the referees. Professional officials skate just as hard and cover just as much ice as the players, but their performance is often overlooked. For the 2025-26 NHL season, Bladetech Hockey is proud to renew its partnership with the National Hockey League Officials’ Association (NHLOA), providing every official with custom blades featuring Bladetech’s patented Flex Force Advantage.

Quote From NHLOA Treasurer, Bryan Pancich: We demand a lot from our officials and Bladetech Hockey has been a great in supporting their performance on the ice.  The fact that Bladetech can fully customize the steel to each officials' specs is a huge benefit.  It makes it easy for the NHLOA to work with Bladetech Hockey and we look forward to another great year together.

Quote From Bladetech's CEO Anthony Morra: Over the past few seasons providing the NHL officials has been one of our proudest partnerships.  We all know the game can't happen without this dedicated group doing thankless work every season.  Don't get it twisted, these are top-performing athletes, many of them on the ice much longer than the average player.  Our blades are a small but crucial part.  The joy and professionalism the officials take in their work will keep Bladetech as a close partner for as long as we are in business.

About the National Hockey League Officials Association

The NHLOA (National Hockey League Officials’ Association), was born in 1969 out of a need to improve working conditions, salaries and other benefits for officials of the National Hockey League. All members are active Officials under contract to the NHL who are working in the NHL and designated minor leagues. For more information visit: (https://nhlofficials.com)

About Bladetech Hockey

Based in Toronto, Canada, Bladetech Hockey provides high-tech hockey performance equipment. They are best known for their patented Flex Force skate blades that are scientifically proven to provide skaters a speed boost. Recently Bladetech Hockey has added a pro-level hockey stick to their repertoire, which elevates their status as an elite hockey performance brand.  Get Bladetech here: https://bladetechhockey.com/collections/all

What is Flex Force? Flex Force technology allows the blade to flex and absorb impact, reducing stress on the knees and joints. This innovation not only helps referees maintain peak efficiency during the fastest plays but also contributes to the longevity of their careers by minimizing wear and tear from the game’s physical demands.