Parent Code of Conduct
- Follow the policies, rules and regulations of USA Hockey and the IYHL to ensure that the association’s philosophy and objectives are enhanced.
- Children are involved in organized sports for their enjoyment. Make it fun.
- Encourage your child to play by the rules. Remember, children learn best by example, so applaud the good plays of both teams.
- Do not embarrass your child by yelling at players, coaches or officials. By showing a positive attitude toward the game and all of its participants, your child will benefit.
- Emphasize skill development and practices and how they benefit your young athlete. De-emphasize games and competition in the lower age groups.
- Know and study the rules of the game and support the officials on and off the ice. This approach will help in the development and support of the game. Any criticism of the officials only hurts the game.
- Applaud a good effort in both victory and defeat, and enforce the positive points of the game. Never yell or physically abuse your child after a game or practice – it is destructive. Work toward removing the physical and verbal abuse in youth sports.
- I will recognize the importance of the volunteer coaches and will communicate with them in an appropriate manner. The same holds true for officials and my personal behavior in the rink, during games and practices, and outside the rink.
- I will display excellent sportsmanship/behavior during practices and games, by not taunting, or pounding on the glass, I will use appropriate language, I will not use obscene gestures. I will not yell at the players, fans, coaches, officials, or rink employees.
- I understand that my expulsion from any practice or game as a result of the Zero Tolerance Policy will result in my immediate suspension from future team practices, games and League sponsored activities until meeting with the League disciplinary committee. I am responsible for the complete payment plan whether I am allowed to participate or not.
- I fully understand that if I as a parent/guardian were to violate any Zero Tolerance Policy, I may also jeopardize my player’s eligibility to continue to participate in the IYHL.
- I understand that Rover, Select and Shamrock Rosters and Jerseys are a representation of the Irish Youth Hockey League. Wearing Jerseys for Games and/or jerseys for non-sanctioned events is not allowed.
- If you enjoy the game, learn all you can about hockey – and volunteer.
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