Code of conduct (Kitchener Minor Hockey)

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The Code of Conduct identifies the standard of behaviour which is expected of all KMHA members and participants, which for the purpose of this policy shall include all players, guardians, parents, coaches, officials, volunteers, directors, officers, committee members, convenors, team managers, trainers, administrators, referees and employees involved in KMHA activities and events.

The KMHA is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect. Members and participants of the KMHA shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner consistent with the values of the KMHA which include fairness, integrity and mutual

respect.

 

During the course of all KMHA activities and events, members and participants shall avoid behaviour which brings the KMHA or the sport of hockey into disrepute, including but not limited to abusive use of alcohol, use of non-medical drugs and use of alcohol by minors.

 

The KMHA members and participants shall at all times adhere to the KMHA’s operational policies and procedures, to rules and regulations governing KMHA events and activities, and to rules and regulations governing any competitions in which the member participates on behalf of the KMHA.

 

Members and participants of the KMHA shall not engage in any activity or behaviour which interferes with a competition or with any player or team's preparation for a competition, or which endangers the safety of others.

 

Members of the KMHA shall refrain from comments or behaviours which are disrespectful, offensive, abusive, racist or sexist. In particular, behaviour which constitutes harassment or abuse will not be tolerated, and with be dealt with accordingly.

 

Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action in accordance with the Discipline Policy of the KMHA. Such action may result in the member losing the privileges which come with membership in the KMHA, including the opportunity to participate in KMHA activities and events, both present and future.

PARENTS:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

  • I will not force my child to participate in hockey
  • I will remember that my child plays hockey for his or her enjoyment, not for mine
  • I will encourage my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence
  • 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 a game
  • I will make my child feel like a winner every time by offering praise for competing fairly and trying hard
  • I will never ridicule or yell at my child for making a mistake or losing a game
  • I will remember that children learn best by example. I will applaud good plays/performances by both my child’s team and their opponents
  • I will never question the officials’ judgment or honesty in public
  • I will support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children’s hockey games
  • I will respect and show appreciation for the volunteer coaches who give their time to coach hockey for my child

PLAYERS: 

  • I will play hockey because I want to, not just because others or coaches want me to
  • I will play by the rules of hockey, and in the spirit of the game
  • I will control my temper – fighting and “mouthing off” can spoil the activity for everybody
  • I will respect my opponents
  • I will do my best to be a true team player
  • I will remember that winning isn’t everything – that having fun, improving skills, making friends and doing my best are also important
  • I will acknowledge all good plays/performances – those of my team and of my opponents
  • I will remember that coaches and officials are there to help me. I will accept their decisions and show them respect.      

SPECTATORS:

  • I will remember that participants play hockey for their enjoyment. They are not playing to entertain me
  • I will not have unrealistic expectations. I will remember that players are not professionals and cannot be judged by professional standards
  • I will respect the officials’ decisions and I will encourage participants to do the same
  • I will never ridicule a player for making a mistake during a game. I will give positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort
  • I will condemn the use of violence in any form and will express my disapproval in an appropriate manner to coaches and league officials
  • I will show respect for my team’s opponents, because without them there would be no game
  • I will not use bad language, nor will I harass players, coaches, officials or other spectators