Parent, Player & Spectator CODE OF CONDUCT

USA Hockey Participant Code of Conduct

1. No swearing or abusive language on the bench, in the rink, or at any team function. 

2. No lashing out at any official no matter what the call is. The coaching staff will handle all matters pertaining to officiating. 

3. Anyone who receives a penalty will skate directly to the penalty box. 

4. Fighting will not be tolerated. Fighting will result in an appearance before the disciplinary committee. 

5. There will be no drinking, smoking, chewing tobacco or use of illegal substance at any team function. 

6. I will conduct myself in a befitting manner at all facilities (ice rink, hotel, restaurant, etc) during all team functions. 

7. Any player of team official that cannot abide by these rules or violates them will be subject to further disciplinary action. https://portal.usahockey.com/forms/participant-code-of-conduct-2014-2015.pdf

Parents Code Of Conduct

·  Do not force your children to participate in sports but support their desires to play their chosen sports. Children are involved in organized sports for their enjoyment. Make it fun. 

·  Encourage your child to play by the rules. Remember, children learn best by example, so applaud the good plays of both teams. 

·  Do not embarrass your child by yelling at players, coaches, or officials. By showing a positive attitude toward the game and all of its participants, your child will benefit. 

·  Emphasize skill development and practices and how they benefit your young athlete. De- emphasize games and competition in the lower age groups. 

·  Know and study the rules of the game and support the officials on and off the ice. This approach will help in the development and support of the game. Any criticism of the officials only hurts the game. 

·  Applaud a good effort in both victory and defeat and enforce the positive points of the game. Never yell or physically abuse your child after a game or practice – it is destructive. Work toward removing the physical and verbal abuse in youth sports.

·  Recognize the importance of volunteer coaches. They are important to the development of your child and the sport. 

·  Communicate with them and support them. 

·  If you enjoy the game, learn all you can about hockey – and volunteer. 

USA Hockey provides the foundation for the sport of ice hockey in America; helps young people become leaders, even Olympic heroes; and connects the game at every level while promoting a lifelong love of the sport. https://portal.usahockey.com/cx/secretary/governance/parents_code_of_conduct.pdf

Spectator's Code of Conduct

·      Display good sportsmanship. Always respect players, coaches and officials.

·      Act appropriately; do not taunt or disturb other fans; enjoy the game together.

·      Cheer good plays of all participants; avoid booing opponents.

·      Cheer in a positive manner & encourage fair play; no profanity & objectionable cheers/gestures.

·      Help provide a safe and fun environment; throwing any items on the ice surface can cause injury to players and officials.

·      Do not lean over or pound on the glass; the glass surrounding the ice surface is part of the playing area.

·      Support the referees and coaches by trusting their judgment and integrity.

·      Be responsible for your own safety – be alert to prevent accidents from flying pucks and other avoidable situations.

·      Respect locker rooms as private areas for players, coaches and officials.

·      Be supportive after the game – win or lose. Recognize good effort, teamwork and sportsmanship.

https://www.usahockeyrulebook.com/page/show/1015129-codes-of-conduct

Safe Sport

            Education and awareness are the most critical components to creating safe and respectful sporting environments, free of abuse and harassment.  Safe Sport organization was set up in 2017 under the auspices of the Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization of 2017. It aims to address the problem of child abuse in sports.  All of our coaches, team managers, locker room supervisors, and other various positions within the club are required to go through safe sport training along with a background check.  Because of this additional training, parents are not allowed to be on the bench during practice or game play without the safe sport training and a background check.  This information can be found on usahockey.com

Upon registering for the season, the following documents are signed and acknowledged by each skater who registers through Wayha. Following these expectations and guidelines are expected. Failure to do so will result in discussion from the disciplinary committee.