CYCLONES AMATEUR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
Conduct and Ethics of Membership

ALL COACHES ARE RESPONSIBLE…

• For becoming certified by USA Hockey at the appropriate level and screened by AHAI.
• And accountable to the Director of Hockey Operations. The main function of the Head Coach is to properly prepare hockey players to compete in hockey games and to help develop the players’ best character.
  
• For being at all practices and games. If they cannot attend, they are to contact the Director of Hockey, the team manager and assistant coach (ensuring his attendance) a minimum of 24 hours prior to the event.
  
• For the supervision of their players at all rinks and at all times.
  
• For accompanying their team into the locker room and checking the facility after they have left the practice or game.
• For assisting, whenever possible, other hockey teams in our organization.

ALL PLAYERS…

• Are responsible for his or her equipment. Loss of any equipment is the player’s responsibility.
• Are responsible for contacting the head coach or team manager if he/she must miss practices or games, including tournaments as soon as possible. A specific reason for missing must be given.
• Are required to uphold certain standards expected by our organization. The head coach will inform the players of the requirements they need to follow. Appearance, expression and actions always influence people’s opinions of the player, the team, and the Cyclones.
• Are required to report all injuries that occur while participating in practices or games to the head coach. If the injury requires medical attention by a doctor or treatment center, it will be necessary to have an injury form completed. Once a physician treats the injury, the player must obtain the doctor’s permission to return to hockey.
• Are responsible for being dressed and ready at least 20 minutes prior to any scheduled event.
• Are expected to show proper respect for any ice facility in which the team is playing.
• Are expected to show respect for their teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials.
• Are expected to listen to and obey all coaching instructions. If the player has a question or concern, he or she should address it to the head coach after the practice or game. If the player is not satisfied with the response to the question or concern, parental guidance should be sought.
• Understand that any unexcused absence for travel players (no prior phone call to the coach) could result in a missed period of the next game. The second occurrence – missed game. The third occurrence goes before the Rules and Ethics Committee with possible release from the team.
• Understand each travel player will be allowed three excused absences. These include sickness, vacation, funeral, car trouble, etc. Further absences could result in missed periods or games. Extenuating circumstances can be discussed with the Director of Hockey.
• Understand players are expected to follow policies that may be set forth by coaches.
• Understand any absence policies for house players will be determined by each head coach and communicated to the parents and players at the beginning of the season

ALL PARENTS…

• Are responsible for properly equipped and dressed players.
• Will ensure that the player wears only approved and safe equipment.
• Will ensure that the player is on time for games and practices.
• Are responsible that insurance waivers and any other appropriate paper work are completed. This must be done before the player can practice with their team.
• Are responsible that all fees are paid according to the schedules and policies set.
• Will not question the coach’s decisions where players can overhear.
• Will respect all players and the effort they are putting forth.
• Are required to report all player injuries that occur while participating in practices or games to the head coach. If the injury requires medical attention by a doctor or treatment center, it will be necessary to have an injury form completed. Once a physician treats the injury, the player must obtain the doctor’s permission to return to hockey.
• Will not address coaches, managers, or players when alcohol is in their system.
• Will use the "24 Hour Rule". This is a policy designed to give parents and coaches an opportunity to put some space between differences of opinions. Our coaches have been instructed to withdraw from any discussions with parents about the coaching aspects of the team. If you have concerns about ice time or other issues, please direct all inquiries to the team manager. He or she will help you resolve the issue or direct you to the appropriate board members who can.
• Should always be part of the solution – not the problem.
• Should be part of the team and consider helping to make the team and the organization a better place for our children.

CYCLONES AMATEUR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
Player’s Code of Ethics

I hereby pledge to be positive about my hockey experience and accept responsibility for my participation by following this Player’s Code of Ethics Pledge:
I will encourage good sportsmanship from fellow players, coaches, officials, and parents at every game and practice by demonstrating good sportsmanship myself.
I will attend every practice and game that I can, and will notify my head coach if I cannot. I understand the importance of my attendance at every practice and game and that my absence will have a major impact on my team.
I will do my best to listen to and learn from my coaches.
I will treat my coaches, other players, officials, and fans with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or abilities just as I expect to be treated.
I deserve to have fun during my hockey experience and will alert parents or coaches if it stops being fun.
I deserve to play in an environment that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol and expect adults to refrain from their use at all hockey events.
I will encourage my parents to be involved with my team or the club in some capacity because it is important to me.
I will do my very best in school.
I will remember that hockey is an opportunity to learn and have fun.
I will adhere to the policies and rules of the Cyclones Amateur Hockey Association.

Player’s Signature ____________________________________

Date __________________


CYCLONES AMATEUR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
Parent’s Code of Ethics

I hereby pledge to provide positive support, care, and encouragement for my child participating in youth hockey by following this Parent’s Code of Ethics Pledge:
I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials before, during, and after every game, practice, or other hockey events.
I will place the emotional and physical well being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
I will insist that my child play in a safe and healthy environment.
I will support coaches and officials working with my child in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and will refrain from their use at all hockey events.
I will remember that the game is for the players – not the adults.
I will do my very best to make hockey fun for my child.
I will insist my child treat other players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect regardless of race, sex, creed, or ability and will do the same myself.
I promise to help my child enjoy the hockey experience by doing things such as being a respectful fan, assisting with coaching, providing transportation, or volunteering my time.
I will adhere to the policies and rules of the Cyclones Amateur Hockey Association.
I have read the CAHA Handbook and will follow the policies and rules of the Cyclones Amateur Hockey Association.

Parent/Guardian Signature

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Date _____________

Parent/Guardian Signature

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Date _____________

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