Coaching Application
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Coaching Application
2011-2012

We are currently accepting application for AE teams for Novice through Peewee for next year.  Please email your application to Ed Pieters  eddana_1@sympatico.ca or drop in a sealed envelope at Boyko Source for Sports.  Deadline for applications is
May 2, 2011.

    Coaching Application

    Job Description (Responsibilties of Coach & Bench Staff/Managers)

    1.  Must follow the aims and goals of SDMHA as outliened through its constitiution and policies.
    2.  Ensure the objectives as outlined in the manual of Operations of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association are met.
    3.  Coach shall strive to ensure Fair Play Codes as set out by the Canadian Hockey Association are met.
    4.  Coach shall ensure practices are effective and well-planned.
    5.  Coach and bench staff shall refrain from the use of foul language during all tem functions, both on and off the ice.
    6.  All coaches are required by SDMHA to hold a team meeting at the start of the season with all parents and players present. An executive member will also sit in on this meeting.
    7.  A coach may compile a set of "Team Rules" which mus tbe submitted ot the executvie for approval, prior to enforcing these rules on a team.
    8.  Eligible applicants and all team staff will be required to pass a Police Record Chick before the team can be registered.
    9.  Each coach shall complete or update all required OMHA Certificiation in a reasonable team frame as set out by the OMHA.

    Fair Play Codes
    1.  I will be reasonable when scheduliing games and practices, remembering that players have other interests and obligations.
    2.  I will teach my players to play fairly and to respect the reules, officials and opponents.
    3.  I will ensure that all players get equal instruction, support and playing time.
    4.  I will not ridicule or yell at my players for making mistakes or for performing poorly.   I will remember that players play to have fun and must be encouraged to have confidence in themselves.
    5.  I will make sure that equipment and facilities are safe and match the players ages and ablities.
    6.  I will remembmer that participants need a coach they can respect.  I will be generous with praise and set a good example.
    7.  I will obtain proper training and conitnue ot upgrade my coahcing skills.
    8.  I will work in cooperation with officials for the benefit of the game.