Ottawa, Ont. –Following a national call for applications, Softball Canada is pleased to announce the new and returning members of the Officiating Development Committee (ODC) for 2026–2027.
- Brent Chadwick (SK)
- Clinton Harvey (NS)
- Geneviève Gaudreau (QC)
- Carla Mackenzie (NS)
- Scott McLaren (BC)
- Tonya Ribalkin-Zanon (BC)
Clinton Harvey and Scott McLaren have agreed to continue serving on the committee for new three-year terms, while Carla Mackenzie joins the committee for a three-year term. Brent Chadwick, Geneviève Gaudreau and Tonya Ribalkin-Zanon will continue serving the remainder of their current terms.
“The Officiating Development Committee plays an important role in supporting the growth and development of umpires across Canada. We’re fortunate to have a group of dedicated individuals bringing a range of experience and perspectives to the committee. ” said Frankie Billingsley, Softball Canada’s National Director of Umpires. "I’m looking forward to working together to continue strengthening our officiating program and creating opportunities for umpires at every level.”
Newly appointed member Carla Mackenzie brings a fresh perspective to the ODC in her role as Slo-Pitch Director. Carla brings recent national supervising experience and has been involved in officiating instruction at both the provincial and national levels over the past several years. Softball Canada looks forward to Carla’s contributions to the committee and the continued development of the officiating program.
Softball Canada sincerely thanks all committee members for their time, commitment, and continued dedication to the growth and development of officiating in our sport.
