Lake Bonavista Hockey

Coaches Information Package

October 2011

Agenda Expectations of our Coaches Team Manager support Certifications New Head Contact Rules Concussion Awareness Coach Mentorship Program Open Discussion

Expectations of our Coaches Code of Conduct

coaches to conduct themselves in a manner that is aligned with the Lake Bonavista Sports Philosophy, its Coaches Code of Conduct, and the NCCP Code of Ethics

from LBCA’s Sports Philosophy:• Coaches shall be responsible for ensuring every player on

their team is given playing time as equal as possible.• Coaches shall encourage good sportsmanship, discipline,

team spirit and parent involvement and clearly avoid development of a “Win at any cost” attitude.

• Head Coaches shall be responsible for selecting Team Managers and Assistant Coaches and ensuring their commitment to the L.B.C.A. Sports Philosophy, Code of Conduct, Policy and Guidelines.

Expectations of our Coaches Head Coach Responsibilities

Accountable for the overall operation of team, on and off the ice Be aware of and comply with the rules, regulations, and bylaws of

Hockey Calgary Coordinate the delegation of responsibilities to the Team Manager

and Assistant Coaches Establish team rules and oversee the supervision of the players Plan on and off-ice activities in consultation with the Team Manager

and Assistant Coaches Coach the team during practices and games Design the practice plans in consultation with the Assistant Coaches Plan, implement, and control pre-game preparation and

communication with the team Before, during and after all games, together with the team’s players

and parents, be positive ambassadors of the Lake Bonavista hockey program

– adapted from Hockey Canada

Team Manager support

Manager meeting held October 4th to review duties, including:

Team registration Scheduling protocols Team access to Breakers website Rec Centre rules and guidelines

Work closely with your manager to ensure organization and communication are handled well within your team and that all Hockey Calgary requirements are met

Certifications

safety certification valid for only 3 hockey seasons fees reimbursed by Hockey Program register through National Sports Academy and Hockey Alberta

(now a 2 step process)

If you are coaching:

Timbits (Ages 6 & Under) Novice, Atom, Peewee Div 2-10, or

Community Bantam/ Midget/Junior C

Peewee Div 1 & II, Bantam AA & AAA, Minor Midget AAA,

Midget AA, Junior B

You need the following:

• INTRO TO COACH• HOCKEY CANADA SAFET

Y PROGRAM

• COACH LEVEL• HOCKEY CANADA SAFETY PROGR

AM• CHECKING SKILLS PROGRAM*

Not mandatory at the Novice or Atom levels.

• DEVELOPMENT I LEVEL• HOCKEY CANADA SAFETY PROGR

AM• CHECKING SKILLS PROGRAM

New Head Contact Rules

new for 2011/2012

any contact whether accidental or intentional will result in a minor and/or a double minor or at the discretion of the official a major and game or a match and a game

all contact above the shoulders (neck, face and head) is to be called Head Contact

http://www.youtube.com/hockeycanadavideos

Concussion Awareness

Hockey Canada general information concussion reference card

http://www.hockeycanada.ca/index.php/ci_id/66201/la_id/1.htm

Think First good informational video suitable for coaches, parents and

players

http://www.thinkfirst.ca/programs/hockey.aspx

Coach Mentorship Program

Objectives Philosophy Role of the Coach Mentorship Coordinator Key Components of Current Program

New Coach Orientation and Development Resources (individual support, on-line) Coach Evaluations

Future Opportunities

Mentorship Program - Objectives

Provide effective resources and feedback to support our coaches in helping them to: improve their capabilities as a coach in minor hockey ensure a safe environment where our children learn

hockey and life skills that will help them develop to their own potential, on and off the ice

Support the alignment of the Lake Bonavista hockey program with the LBCA sports philosophy and its associated policies and guidelines.

Mentorship Program - Philosophy

recognizes that our coaches are volunteers is considerate of the demands on people’s time

with other commitments is respectful of the different levels of coaching

expertise that exist within our hockey program is intended to be a positive and constructive

program, run in the spirit of “coaches helping coaches”

Coach Mentorship Coordinator Role design and implement a Coach Mentorship program for

developing and supporting coaches within the Lake Bonavista hockey program

evaluate the effectiveness of the Coach Mentorship program on a regular basis and adjust as needed

act as a liaison with Hockey Calgary in regards to its coach mentoring initiatives

if requested, provide assistance to the hockey program’s age group coordinators: during the coach selection process dealing with any coaching issues during the season

Mentorship Program – Current Focus New Coach Orientation and Development Resources

Individual Support On-line

Coach Evaluations

Mentorship Program – Current Focus New Coach Orientation and Development

1) Pre-season meetings with coaches from younger age groups

2) Communicate expectations of coaching hockey in Lake Bonavista

3) Mentor Evaluations for new head coaches new head coach: less than 2 yrs head coaching

experience or 1st year as head coach in Lake Bonavista coach mentor to attend 2 practices – to observe and

provide constructive feedback and suggestions mentor feedback form will be provided to the coach, with a

copy also to the age group coordinator for their information

Mentorship Program – Current Focus Resources

1) Individual support coach mentorship coordinator is available to provide support and

guidance to any coach in the hockey program upon request, can:

observe practices or games provide on-ice assistance supply drill suggestions offer advice on any coaching-related matters

2) On-Line Resources many websites with great hockey information working to get links built on Breakers website

general coaching information practice plan templates drill libraries other supporting resources

Mentorship Program – Current Focus Coach Evaluations

would like to revise current hockey program evaluation process to:

get feedback to the coaches provide feedback that is meaningful and helpful

to start working with program leaders to implement improvements

Mentorship Program – The Future?

Possible Opportunities development of a common teaching platform for the

hockey program terminology, skill development, tactics, style of play, etc.

formalized, broad coaching network of peers and mentors

structured curriculum of on-ice and classroom coach sessions

internally developed and maintained internet resources

Some Good Websites

Ontario Minor Hockey Associationhttp://www.omha.net/flash.asp?page_id=291

Hockey Canada Practice Planshttp://www.hockeycalgary.ca/practice_plans.php

USA Hockeyhttp://www.usahockey.com//Template_Usahockey.aspx?NAV=CO_07&ID=19650

USA Hockey Manualshttp://hockeydrills.net/serendipity/index.php?/archives/1-

Hockey-USA-Manuals.html