Earlier this month Alex was visited by Camanachd Association president Archie Robertson, who presented him with a commemorative tie to mark the 65th anniversary of his cup-final appearance.
MacKenzie played shinty for Lochcarron in his early years but was called up by his country in 1940 during World War II and was posted to France.
Shortly after landing in France he was hit by shrapnel when a shell landed next to him and exploded, killing his comrade.
MacKenzie was discharged and returned to live in Inverness.
Due to the injury, he was unable to continue playing and took up refereeing instead.
In 1948, he took charge of the Camanachd Cup final in Inverness between Newtonmore and Ballachulish – which Newtonmore went on to win 4-2. Now, 65 years later, Alex still holds the record as the youngest person to referee shinty’s most prestigious event.
MacKenzie subsequently served on many of the north area committees as well as on the association’s disciplinary committee for a number of years.
Archie Robertson said: “The presentation of commemorative ties to Camanachd Cup final referees was introduced relatively recently and the Camanachd Association has since tried to ensure all previous final referees also receive the same tie.
“Alex MacKenzie is a true shinty hero and a lovely gentleman.
“It was a real pleasure to spend time with him and present this very special recipient with his referee’s tie.”