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Code of Conduct

RESPECTABLE "FAIR PLAY"

Most Major Centers Have developed or are developing a fair play code of conduct for their respective associations, It is Important that the following Information be both read and understood by the coaches, the players and the parents in the Richmond Hill Hockey Association

MISSION STATEMENT
We dedicate ourselves to the advancement of amateur hockey for all individuals. This is accomplished through progressive leadership, and by ensuring meaningful opportunities and enjoyable experiences in a safe sportsmanlike environment.

PURPOSE OF FAIR PLAY
The purpose and intention of this fair play program or any type of fair play program is to increase and enhance the positive aspects of minor hockey for players, parents, coaches and all other participants.

The Respectable Fair Play Guidelines are:
1. Respect all rules
2. Respect for the opposition
3. Respect for all officials and their decisions
4. Provide the opportunity for everyone to participate
5. Maintain self-control at all times

The goals and purpose of the Fair Play Program is to enhance the following:
RESPECT - HONESTY - INTEGRITY
FAIRNESS - RESPONSIBILITY - SPORTSMANSHIP

The Respectable Fair Play Program
DOES NOT ATTEMPT TO CHANGE THE RULES OF THE GAME.
DOES NOT DISCOURAGE COMPETITIVENESS
as long as competitiveness is within the rules of the game.

FAIR PLAY CODE
RESPECT
at all times for participants, coaches, officials, team-mates, spectators, opponents, administrators, and volunteers.

SPORTSMANSHIP
prior to, during, and following the activity, demonstrating modesty in victory and composure in defeat.

KNOWLEDGE
of all rules whether written or unwritten and following the spirit of all rules.

ACCESS
for all to participate regardless of age, gender, race, colour, or level of skill.

PARTICIPATION
in a manner that demonstrates more than just the desire to win. Having fun, making friends, improving skills and performing your personal best must be just as important when participating

TEAM RULES FOR PLAYERS
1. Recognizing that on occasion missing a regular school day will be required in order to participate in tournaments, generally it is acknowledged that school shall take priority over hockey
2. On game days, players should be at the Arena 1 hour prior to game time and in the dressing room 45 minutes prior to scheduled game time. This time will be designated for dressing, pre-game stretches (for your safety), and strategical preparation from coaching staff.
3. On practice days, players should be in the dressing room 30 minutes (minimum) prior to scheduled practice time. This time will be allocated for dressing, stretching, (for your safety), and coaching staff instructions.
4. It is the responsibility of all players (and parents) to exercise common sense regarding bed times and proper nutrition.
5. EQUAL TIME and FAIR TIME are not synonymous. Ice time will be earned by giving an honest EFFORT during games AND practices.
6. Maintenance of equipment is expected, and it is the full responsibility of each player to ensure that this practice is adhered to. No player will be allowed on the ice without proper, complete and safe equipment.
7. Sportsmanship is mandatory at all times. Foul language towards teammates, opponents, coaching staff, officials and/or any other participant will not be tolerated.
8. Good behavior is expected at all TIMES from all players while at the home arenas, opposing arenas on the road, and whenever representing the Richmond Hill STARS Hockey Association
9. It is your responsibility to maintain and control a sportsmanlike behavior. The banging of sticks on the ice or on the boards to vent frustration is not acceptable. Hot dogging after a goal will not be tolerated.
10. After a player scores a goal, the goal scorer should thank his / her line mates for providing him / her with the scoring opportunity.
11. This team will operate as a TEAM . All players will be considered equal by the coaching staff. The players also shall consider each other as equals. Respect each other, your opponents, the officials, and maintain your self control at all times.

PARENT GUIDELINES
1. Parents, friends, relatives are not allowed in the dressing room except for special circumstances.
2. Parents, friends, relatives are not allowed behind or near the players bench during games.
3. Parents are encouraged NOT to coach their child to and from the arena, as it may interfere with team strategies and/or game plans. Please leave the coaching to the coaching staff.
4. Parents are encouraged to come to every game to encourage their child and the entire team in a positive way.
5. Parents should try not to be critical of other players, the coaching staff, or the referees during games and in the presence of their child.
6. If a parent has any concerns regarding their child, please communicate those concerns to the Team Manager first. If requested, the Team Manager will arrange a meeting between the parents) and the coach
7. On game days, all players are encouraged to be in the arena 1 hour before game time and in the dressing room 45 minutes prior to game time. This time is used for dressing, for doing pregame exercises for the players safety and for pre game coaches talks.
8. On practice days, all players are encouraged to be in the dressing room 30 minutes prior to ice time. This time is used for dressing and pre- ice stretches for players safety.
9. Foul language by players directed at opposing players, coaches, other team players and officials will not be tolerated
10. EQUAL TIME and FAIR TIME are not synonymous. Ice time by all players should be earned by giving an honest effort during games and practices.
11. Players should be responsible for their own equipment and should ensure that their equipment is complete and in good condition. No player will be allowed on the ice either for game or practice without COMPLETE and SAFE equipment.
12. Parents are expected to arrange for rides to and from the rink for their player if they are unable to drive their child.

FAIR PLAY CODE FOR COACHES
When I coach, I will attempt to emphasize teamwork, having fun, and the principles of the Fair Play Program. These principles are:
1) Respect the rules
2) Respect the opponents
3) Respect the officials and their decisions
4) Everyone participates
5) Maintaining self control at all times
With this program, we will attempt to develop your child's self-esteem, responsibility, honesty, integrity, fairness, respect and sportsmanship.

Winning is not the most important aspect of this team. We will strive to be as competitive as possible and will attempt to win as many games as possible However, winning-at-all-costs, and at the expense of some players, will not be followed or tolerated.

On this team, ice time will be governed by the individuals efforts and attitudes during practices and games, NOT by his / her ability. Each player is responsible for his / her ice time. This team should be considered a family. All parents are encouraged to view each player as being no less important then any other player. If any player makes mistakes, the mistakes have not been done intentionally. Encourage all players positively. The coaching staff will be doing this and we need the parents support.

Some of the programs the coaching staff will implement this season will consist of the following: - proper diet for athletes
- dry land training
- power skating, balance exercises
- passing, shooting, and scoring strategies
- offensive and defensive strategies
- teamwork

As a coach, I will do my best to implement a well structured program for the benefit of all players. Particularly, I will: - adhere to the Fair Play principles and goals
- treat all players fairly
- be at all games and practices
- respond to the players needs

No team can function without the positive support of the parents. The coaching staff encourages all parents to discuss any hockey related problems with the Team Manager first.

This season is an important one for your child. The game of hockey can be an intense one. Please be positive to all your team players, not only your child. Cheer the good plays whether they are ours, or the opposing teams. This game is for your children to enjoy. Don't put undo pressure on your child to perform. Let the coaches do the coaching.

The Following Documents must be completed and submitted by all Players, Coaches and Parents who are participating in the Richmond Hill Hockey Association. These Pledges will be handed out at the beginning of the season and are available from our website, on the Forms Page