STANDING O: Official Recognized After 57 Yeaars

Would you officiate for $2.50 per game? That's what Jim Ward did in 1954 when he was 18 years old.
57 years later, Jim Ward continues to make calls in Ottawa, Canada. He will be recognized at the 59th Ottawa Sports Awards dinner Jan. 25 at Algonquin College where he will receive the Lifetime Achievement Technical Official Award.

What does Jim say contributes to his longevity? His health. He notes stretching as an important aspect.

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