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KEEPING YOUR COOL IN THE STANDS
HOW ARE YOU DOING?
Are they drawn by the risk, the excitement, or the lack of yelling from the stands?
REFLECTION - Hey Parents!
Evaluate yourselves using the following questions. You don’t have to share your results, this is simply a self reflection exercise.
- The safety of the participants in the game is more important than the final score.
- I value the contribution of the coach in developing the player’s talents, even though I may not always agree with their methods.
- I understand that officials do not make the hockey rules, they only apply them.
- I understand that children learn from adults, and my behavior reflects what I want children to learn.
- I understand that officials are responsible to ensure that the game is played in a safe and fair manner for all participants.
- I understand that players, coaches and officials are learning the game, and mistakes will be made in the learning process.
- I may not cheer for the opposition team, but I will also not cheer against them or verbally abuse them.
- I understand that the biggest reason for players and officials quitting the game is abuse and harassment.
HOW DID YOU RATE?
If you checked off:
0-2 Step back and check your motives for being involved in the game
3-4 On your way!
5-6 Almost there!
7-8 Outstanding!
When players, coaches, parents and officials recognize the value of each person’s contribution to the game, the game is better for everyone.
When respect is shared, we all win!
» It's a New Game!
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