CODE OF CONDUCT

FOR Parents, PLAYERS AND COACHES

PARENTS, PLAYERS AND COACHES should understand that the main objective of BGHC is to provide an atmosphere of safe, competitive and fun hockey. Parents, players, coaches and officials have a tremendous responsibility to promote the spirit of good sportsmanship at all times. The cooperation of ALL participants and spectators is vital to the enjoyment of the game.

The BGHC accepts responsibility for the behaviour of its members and will take the necessary disciplinary action against any individual who fails to comply with this code. Misbehaviour or destructive actions cannot be tolerated and may result in immediate and permanent expulsion from the program without refund.

PARENT’S CODE OF CONDUCT

I pledge to provide POSITIVE support, care and encouragement for the athletes of the Burlington Barracuda’s Girls Hockey Club by following the Parents’ Code of Conduct.

I will instill notions of fair play and good sportsmanship in my daughter(s) by demonstrating positive support for ALL players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice or other BGHC related event.

I will place the emotional and physical well being of my daughter(s) ahead of my personal desire to win.

I will recognize the importance of volunteer coaches. They are essential to the development of my daughter(s) and the sport. I will communicate respectfully and support our coaches, in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience FOR ALL.

I will refrain from coaching my daughter or other players unless I am an appointed coach of the team. It is unfair to put my daughter in a position of having to decide who to listen to-- her parents or her coach.

I will make every attempt to have my daughter attend every game and practice on time. As team members, we must be fully committed to the team. I understand that if my daughter wants to improve she has to attend practices-- not just play the games.

I will remember that the game is for my daughter(s) – NOT the adults.

I will do my best to make hockey FUN for my daughter(s).

I will embrace healthy and attainable goals for my daughters’ participation in this sport. Developing new skills, learning to get along with others, and dealing with the emotions that come with winning and losing are important goals.

I understand that officials are responsible for ensuring that the game is played in a safe and fair manner for all participants. They do not make the hockey rules, they only apply them.

I will applaud the good plays of both teams. I will NEVER engage in booing or taunting.

I will never swear, use profanity or make obscene gestures, or engage in any inappropriate behaviour or conduct, at any time.

I will treat all players, coaches, officials, parents, and spectators with dignity and respect in language, attitude, behaviour and mannerisms.

I will insist my daughter(s) treats players, coaches, spectators, parents and officials with dignity and respect in language, attitude, behaviour and mannerisms.

I WILL LEAD BY EXAMPLE BY BEING A POSITIVE ROLE MODEL

PLAYERS CODE OF CONDUCT

As a registered member of the Burlington Barracudas Girls Hockey Club I pledge to follow the Players’ Code of Conduct.

I am responsible for my conduct at all times. I will always be a positive representative of BGHC and the City of Burlington.

I will play for fun.

I will work hard to improve my skills at practices and games.

I will be on time for practices and games and will notify my coach if I will be late or cannot attend.

I will be a team player because the abilities to cooperate, communicate, respect and get along with others are valuable traits in sport and in life.

I will develop my skills of teamwork, sportsmanship and self-discipline.

I will be modest in victory and gracious in defeat .

I will learn the rules of the game and play by them.

I will respect the rights and consider the safety of other players, coaches, trainers, officials, administrators, volunteers and parents at all times.

I will respect the integrity and judgment of game officials and accept their decisions graciously.

I will never swear, use profanity or make obscene gestures, or engage in any inappropriate behaviour or conduct, at any time.

I will never criticize other players, the coaches or officials. I will not blame others when my team loses.

I will SPORT A POSITIVE ATTITUDE and encourage my teammates to follow my example.

COACHES’ CODE OF CONDUCT

As an appointed coach of the Burlington Girls Hockey Club I pledge to follow the Coaches’ Code of Conduct.

I am responsible for my conduct at all times. I will always be a positive representative of BGHC and the City of Burlington.

I will maintain an open line of communication with players and parents. I will explain my goals and objectives for the team, as well as the rules of the game and the policies of the league, to the best of my ability.

I will place the emotional and physical well being of my players ahead of a personal desire to win.

I will motivate my players in a positive way.

I will treat each player as an individual.

I will do my best to provide a safe playing/practice situation for my players and ensure they wear the required safety equipment.

I will organize practices that are fun and challenging for all my players. I will use coaching techniques appropriate for all of the skills that I teach.

I will lead by example in demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship to all my players.

I will be modest in victory and gracious in defeat.

I will be knowledgeable in the rules of the game, and I will teach these rules to my players.

I will respect the game officials and their authority during every game. I will not excessively argue any decisions made by them, or confront any referee or league official.

I will never swear, use profanity or make obscene gestures, or engage in any inappropriate behaviour or conduct, at any time.

I will never yell at or humiliate any player for making a mistake or losing a competition.

I will remember that the game is for the girls’ enjoyment and not the adults’.