Code of Conduct

4.2 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PARENTS #

1. I will not force my child to participate in hockey.

2. I will remember that my child plays hockey for his or her enjoyment, not mine.

3. I will encourage my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflict without resorting to hostility or violence.

4. I will teach my child that doing one’s best is as important as winning so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of the game.

5. I will make my child feel like a winner every time by offering praise for competing fairly and hard.

6. I will never ridicule or yell at my child for making a mistake or losing a game.

7. I will remember that children learn by example. I will applaud good plays and performances by both my child’s team and their opponents.

8. I recognize officials are being developed in the same manner as players and will be supportive of their decisions during games.

9. I will support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from the hockey environment.

10. I will respect and show appreciation for the volunteers who give their time to hockey for my child.

*All parents must fill out and sign Parent Pledge found in 9.1 Appendix A

4.3 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR PLAYERS #

1. I will play hockey because I want to, not because someone else wants me to.

2. I will play by the rules of hockey and in the spirit of the Game.

3. I will control my temper, so I do not spoil the activity of everyone.

4. I will respect my opponents.

5. I will do my best to be a true team player.

6. I will remember that winning isn’t everything – that having fun, improving skills, making friends and doing my best are also important.

7. I will acknowledge all good plays and performances – those of my team and my opponents.

8. I will remember that coaches and officials are there to help me. I will accept their decisions and show them respect.

*All players must fill out and sign Player Pledge found in 9.2 Appendix B

4.4 CODE OF CONDUCT FOR COACHES #

1. I will be reasonable when scheduling games and practices remembering that young athletes have other interests and obligations.

2. I will teach my athletes to play fairly and to respect the rules, officials, opponents and Teammates.

3. I will ensure all athletes receive equal instruction, discipline, support and appropriate, fair playing time.

4. I will not ridicule or yell at my athletes for making mistakes or for performing poorly. I will remember that children play to have fun and must be encouraged to have confidence in themselves.

5. I will make sure that equipment and facilities are safe and match the athlete’s ages and ability.

6. I will remember that children need a coach they can respect. I will be generous with praise and set a good example.

7. I will obtain proper training and continue to upgrade my coaching skills.

*All coaches must fill out and sign Coaches Pledge found in 9.3 Appendix B