Fair Play Codes

Fair Play is Everyone's Call

It is the intention of these contracts to promote fair play and respect for all participants within LCDMHA.

All players, parents and coaches must agree to these statements before being allowed to participate in LCDMHA, and must continue to observe the principles of Fair Play throughout the playing season.

Fair Play Code for 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 mine.
• I will encourage my child to play by the rules and to resolve conflict 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 be defeated by the outcome of the game.
• I will make my child feel like a winner every time by offering praise for competing fairly and hard.
• I will never ridicule or yell at my child for making a mistake or losing a game.
• I will remember that children learn by example.
• I will applaud good plays and performances by both my child’s team and their opponents.
• I will never question the official’s judgement or honesty in public.
• I recognize officials are being developed in the same manner as players.
• I will support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from children’s hockey games.
• I will respect and show appreciation for the volunteers who give their time to hockey for my child.
• I agree to abide by the principles of the Code of Conduct as set by Vancouver Island Amateur Hockey Association, BC Hockey, Hockey Canada.
• I also agree to abide by the rules, regulations and decisions as set by LCDMHA.

Fair Play Code for 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 and 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.

Fair Play Code for COACHES:

• I will be reasonable when scheduling games and practices, remembering that young athletes have other interests and obligations.
• I will teach my athletes to play fairly and to respect the rules, officials, opponents and teammates.
• I will ensure all athletes receive equal instruction, discipline, support and appropriate, fair playing time.
• I will not ridicule or yell at my athletes for making mistakes or for performing badly.
• I will remember that children play to have fun and must be encouraged to have confidence in themselves.
• I will make sure that equipment and facilities are safe and match the athletes’ ages and ability.
• I will remember that children need a coach they can respect. I will be generous with praise and set a good example.
• I agree to abide by the principles of the Code of Conduct as set by Vancouver Island Amateur Hockey Association, BC Hockey, Hockey Canada.
• I also agree to abide by the rules, regulations and decisions as set by LCDMHA.