WOODBURY AREA HOCKEY CLUB BLUE-BOOK

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1 WOODBURY AREA HOCKEY CLUB BLUE-BOOK Guidebook to WAHC Membership Mission Statement The Woodbury Area Hockey Club aims to provide the most gratifying and rewarding youth hockey experience for players, parents and coaches seeking either the best competitive or recreational athletic experience in a positive, developmental environment at a reasonable expense. Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 1 of 12

2 The material presented in this manual is for players, coaches, managers and parents of the WAHC. We believe the success of the WAHC hockey is achieved when all players, parents and coaches work together. We hope these guidelines will serve as an information resource for everyone to understand the goals and policies & practices of our Club. ORGANIZATION Board of Directors An eleven member Board of Directors governs the Club. Board members are elected to alternating two-year terms at the April Annual Membership Meeting. Position Board Member . President Patrick Sondreal Vice President Admin Operations Shelly Hansen Vice President Tournaments Nick Nyhus Vice President Hockey Development Bill Kulesa Vice President Hockey Operations Ryan Warner Secretary Mark Struve Treasurer Ben Johnson Vice President Fundraising Operations Jennifer Sutch Vice President 8 & Under Joe Shillings mitedirector@woodburyhockey.com Vice President Coaching Development Tim O Connor coaching@woodburyhockey.com Vice President Girls Hockey Shawn Shanley girlshockey@woodburyhockey.com There are seven non-board, compensated positions. These are the Administrator, the Gambling Manager, the Referee Director, the Ice Scheduler, the Tournament Director, the Tournament Assistant and the Registrar. The Board of Directors meets a minimum of once a month throughout the year. The general membership is encouraged to attend all meetings, however, notice to the President is recommended for reserving time on the agenda if you wish to address the Board. The current meeting place is HealthEast Sports Center. The exact schedule can be found on the Club s calendar at Membership in WAHC is on a per-family basis, regardless of the number of players in the family. Membership entitles each family to two votes in elections. The WAHC uses our website at as the official communication of the Club, advising of schedules, clinics, tryouts, team news, elections and other related items of interest to hockey players and parents. The WAHC is a member affiliate of District 8 of Minnesota Hockey (MN Hockey) and USA Hockey, and adheres to mandatory District 8, MN Hockey and USA Hockey rules on rink features, teams, equipment, penalties, officials and playing rules. The Club is a non-profit organization. Club revenue comes from members through registration fees, sponsorships, hosted tournaments, and donations from the Clubs charitable gambling operations. District Structure The community based program provides a great opportunity for young and developing hockey players to learn and enjoy the sport of hockey. It is competitive, but the program is designed to develop basic hockey skills in a fun environment that stresses development over winning. Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 2 of 12

3 District 8 associations are as follows: Apple Valley Eastview Inver Grove Heights Rosemount Cottage Grove Farmington Johnson/Como/NSP Sibley Area Eagan Hastings Lakeville South St. Paul Red Wing Woodbury WAHC GOALS The WAHC Board has conducted several separate Workshops to develop the season plan. Some Workshop topics covered are; player forecasts, coach selection criteria, tournament formats & dates, budgets, revenue analysis, and player development goals. From these Workshops comes the structure and plan for the season. We develop the plan following these basic goals: Create and implement a hockey development program that develops player, team and life skills in a competitive and affordable environment. Maintain and strengthen the financial position of the WAHC while creating means to control all WAHC costs for its members Establish WAHC visibility within the community Intro to Hockey It is crucial how our beginning and advancing younger players get their first taste of hockey. If a beginner has fun developing some basic skills and building confidence, there is a good chance that the player will enjoy hockey for many years. If the beginner has an unhappy, unrewarding experience, the chances are that he or she will quit at an early age and never discover the real joy of this great game. To help encourage players to give hockey a try, the WAHC will provide full equipment except for skates, a stick, socks, mouth guard, and a cup/protector for all Intro level players. There will be a registration for this equipment along with a fully refundable security deposit when the equipment is returned. Details on the Intro to Hockey Program and the Girls Intro to Hockey can be found on the website. Tournaments The cost for player(s) to play in four (Bantam/Peewee/Squirt/15U/12U/10U) tournaments is included in current season player fees. This includes both home and away tournaments. The cost includes the Team Registration/Entrance Fee and the Team Gate Fee. The only exception is the pay at the door tournaments where the individual team or parents will be responsible for the gate or ticket fee. Each Bantam/Peewee/Squirt/15U/12U/10U team will get three tournaments plus the District playoff/tournament paid for by the club. For MiniMite/6U and Mite/8U players, the season player fees (Team Registration/Entrance Fee) includes one away Jamboree or Tournament in addition to playing in our own WAHC Jamboree or Tournament. Entry fees for any additional tournaments will be the responsibility of the team and its players. Volunteering Volunteering by our member families is an important contributor to our program and a crucial component to delivering a program that is as cost efficient as possible for the members. The efforts of volunteerism by our member families help to control costs on many levels, including Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 3 of 12

4 but not limited to running tournaments in a professional manner and providing efficient operations for tryouts and preseason camps. It is a requirement for the MiniMite/6U, Mite/8U, Squirt/10U, Peewee/12U and Bantam/15U levels to contribute 12 volunteer hours per family or pay a $600 buy-out fee at the time of registration (not at the end of the season). Volunteering for WAHC may include various options such as working WAHC hosted tournaments, District 8 tournaments, or Regional tournaments, photo shoots, head coaching, assistant coaching, (each team will be granted 12 volunteer hours for the head coach and 36 additional hours for 2 assistants and a manager or 3 assistants, with the head coach deciding who receives credit). Parents assisting their children s assigned WAHC team during practices, scrimmages, jamborees, and District 8 league games with such tasks as working the time clock, scorebook or penalty box doors does NOT count toward each family s 12-hour requirement and is considered part of the ordinary course of parent duty for families involved with WAHC. Any family that does not fulfill their volunteer commitment will be assessed a penalty equal to: $200 if up to 25% of the volunteer commitment is not met by April 30 th, $300 if not paid in full by July1 st. $400 if up to 50% of the volunteer commitment is not met by April 30 th, $600 if not paid in full by July1 st. $600 if up to 75% of the volunteer commitment is not met by April 30 th, $900 if not paid in full by July1 st. $800 if over 75% of the volunteer commitment is not met by April 30 th, $1,200 if not paid in full by July1 st. If the penalty for a family s unfulfilled volunteer requirement for a prior season is not paid in full prior to registration for the following season, then such amount shall be paid in full at the time of registration along with the full season player fees. A PLAYER WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO REGISTER AND PARTICIPATE IN TRYOUTS WITHOUT A FAMILY ADEQUATELY ADDRESSING AN UNFULFILLED VOLUNTEER REQUIREMENT. Opportunities to fulfill volunteer requirements will be broadcast via WAHC membership s throughout the season and also viewable through the WAHC website DIBS program. Please do not delay in claiming volunteer DIBS items. Opportunities begin in the preseason and may become less frequent as the season progresses. REGISTRATION INFORMATION The season registration period for all players opens in July and ends at the beginning of August for most, but extends into September for Mite/8U and MiniMite/6U players and November for Junior Gold/16U boys players. The season player registration fees include ice fees, MN/USA/District 8 Hockey Fees, tryout fees, tournament registration fees, jersey(s), socks, coaching fees, goalie training, and in-season development programs. Fees are established to cover the expected annual operating costs for the Club. Each family is responsible for paying their fee. Registration is on-line; payment of the season player fees can be paid in full or in installments as scheduled by the registration system on the WAHC website. Alternative payment plans may be available. These payment plans must be arranged with the Club Administrator at the beginning of the season. It is important for the member/family to remain current on payments. Additional Team Fees Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 4 of 12

5 Additional team fees not covered by the annual season player fee may include but are not limited to: Scrimmages Additional tournaments Additional practice ice Team parties Prompt Payment Requirements Any player whose account is not current may be FORCED TO SIT OUT of all team activities until the account is in Good Standing. See the Late Payment Policy under Policies for more details. REFUNDS WAHC s formal refund policy applies when a registered player wishes to withdraw from the program. This policy was adopted with consideration that Minnesota Hockey requires its affiliates to have a consistent refund policy, and that the WAHC incurs costs almost immediately after a player is registered. Many of these costs are not refundable to WAHC by the district or USA Hockey; therefore, we cannot refund them to the player. Once a decision to withdraw is made, it is the member s responsibility to immediately notify the WAHC Administrator ( administration@woodburyhockey.com) with a written request for a refund, if applicable. Refunds are only granted based on the following: If a registered player withdraws before tryouts/assessments, WAHC will retain 10% of the season player fees and refund any amounts paid in excess of that amount. If a player withdraws after tryouts, NO REFUND WILL BE GIVEN except for: 1. A season ending injury (supported by a signed Doctor s note). 2. A relocation where the primary residence of the player as registered with USA Hockey is outside of the WAHC boundary (supported by documentation of new residence address). 3. If the player chooses to participate as a player in a high school hockey varsity or JV program (supported by documentation from the related high school head coach). In the three situations above only, WAHC will retain a pro-rated share of the season player fee based on a 151 day period beginning October 1 st and ending February 28 th (a 90 day period beginning December 1 st and ending February 28 th for Junior Gold/16U boys only). The proration date is the date in which withdrawal notification is sent by to the WAHC administrator along with all required documentation. For example: Assume a Peewee level player with a season player fee of $1600 and accounts good standing experiences a season ending injury and withdraws on December 10 th. WAHC will retain a prorated amount equal to 71 of 151 days or $751 (71/151x1600=$751). Any season player fees paid in excess of the $751 will be refunded. Suspensions do not qualify for refunds. Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 5 of 12

6 SCHOLARSHIPS Each season the WAHC Board of Directors will make an effort to budget for scholarships in case of hardships. A scholarship application will need to be obtained from the WAHC Administrator and will be reviewed and approved by a sub-committee of the WAHC Board. Scholarship recipients may be required to fulfill additional volunteer hours during the season. INSURANCE Excess medical coverage insurance is mandated for all players and is coordinated by the Registration Director through USA Hockey team registration. To report a claim for any USA Hockey insurance coverage, please go to the USA Hockey website click on Membership in the navigation bar and then Insurance and Filing a Claim. To request a Claim Form, please contact the WAHC Registrar at Registrar@woodburyhockey.com. Players are enrolled when they register at USA Hockey at the time of registration. NO other action is required on the player s behalf. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS All WAHC players are required to wear the following protective equipment during all games and practices. POSITION EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS Forwards and Defensemen - Black helmet with HECC approved full-face protection, commercially manufactured and attached to helmet, with approved chinstrap - Colored mouth guard - Shoulder pads - Athletic supporter and cup/pelvic protector - Shin guards - Suspenders or belt - Proper fitting hockey skates - Black hockey gloves - Garter belt or shock jock - Elbow pads - Black breezers - Hockey stick - Practice jersey and hockey socks - Throat protector (recommended) Additional equipment - Black helmet and HECC approved facemask for Goalies - Chest protector - Goalie leg pads - Goalie catching glove and blocker - Goalie cup - Arm pads - Suspenders - Proper fitting skates - Goalie stick - Throat protector Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 6 of 12

7 WAHC coaches must follow MN Hockey rules regarding the wearing of an HECC approved hockey helmet during any on-ice activities, practices and scrimmages. The chinstrap must be buckled at all times. There will be zero tolerance on this. Facemasks are optional. Coaches will receive a warning for the first offense and then a 30-day suspension for the infraction of the rule. Infractions of this rule need to be reported to the Coaching Director. Any team clothing worn by the Woodbury Area Hockey Club teams must be provided by an approved vendor through our Spirit Wear/Team Wear store. No exceptions. Teams will be fined and coaches are subject to suspension. Please direct any questions to the WAHC VP- Fundraising at fundraising@woodburyhockey.com. Team Colors Official colors of the WAHC are Black and Royal Blue with White and Vegas Gold. Black breezers, black gloves and black helmets are required for Squirt/10U and above. Noncompliance will result in 15 days to correct the situation during which time the skater cannot participate in scheduled games. Coaches are responsible for infractions. Non-compliance is to be reported to the VP of Hockey Operations. WAHC CODES OF CONDUCT, RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBLIITIES The WAHC Board of Directors has adopted a PLAYER, COACH and PARENT Code of Conduct that provides the basis for conduct and discipline during the hockey season. The attributes to be followed are from the USA Hockey Zero Tolerance criteria used for players, parents and coaches on and off the ice. The Code of Conduct must be reviewed and signed by each coach, parent, and player. The Code of Conduct forms can be found on the club website at and Appendix A, Appendix B and Appendix C attached below. Parents/Guardian Your child's participation in the hockey program will require a significant contribution of your family s time and energy. Parents are encouraged to participate in the WAHC program by volunteering for team manager, parent representative positions or serving on various committees. Coaches The coach is a teacher of hockey skills and strategies of the game. He/she is responsible for the social, psychological and physical well-being of all players in his/her care. Non-parent, paid coaches who accept a coaching appointment are acknowledging that they are an independent contractor. Each non-parent coach serving such role will sign an acknowledgement of such coach s independent contractor status. Each non-parent, paid coach will receive a 1099 statement from WAHC. All coaches (whether assistant or head coaches) are accountable to the WAHC Vice President of Coaching Development and the coaches are responsible for formulating and administering their individual team schedules. The Head Coach may select assistant coaches, subject to WAHC Board approval. All WAHC coaches must support the philosophy and practices of the WAHC Player Development Charter and cooperate with the WAHC Board of Directors and WAHC Hockey Operations officials to enforce rules and regulations of WAHC and report any irregularities by parents, players, and other coaches that violate WAHC policies. Examples include WAHC head and assistant coaches complying with the provisions of the Player Development Charter (such as the WAHC Fair Play, Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 7 of 12

8 Positional Play, and other policies) and instructing players on the provisions of other provisions of WAHC policies such as the WAHC Mood Altering Chemicals Policy. POLICIES Player Development Charter The mission of the WAHC Player Development Charter is to insure the appropriate growth, development and experience of all players at all levels of competition. While coaches are expected to adhere to the various policies within the charter at all times, both coaches and parents are encouraged to maintain an open dialogue with Club officials should any questions arise. The primary objective of the charter is to guide coaches, players and parents via the following key developmental policies : Fair Play Positional Play Event Frequency Goalie Development The Player Development Charter can be reviewed online in its entirety at and Appendix D attached below. Injury/Illness Waiver and Tryout Policy Information See the Tryout Page of the website for the document titled Tryout Waiver Process Instructions for detailed information about full and partial tryout waivers. Tryouts will be closed to all parents and accessible only to approved tryout/level officials, evaluators, named-coaches and administrators (ex. data entry personnel). This includes both rink access and administrative room access. Only approved tryout/level officials may review/tabulate scores. Final scores will not be released in any form to players, parents or coaches. Please reference the tryout-specific process documents for further information. Grievance Policy WAHC provides an orderly procedure for the hearing and resolution of all problems, concerns and formal grievances. The goal is to resolve issues at the most immediate level and in the fairest manner possible to all. The prime criterion in the resolution of any issue is what is best for the respective player, his or her team, and the overall interest of the WAHC. Problems or concerns that have to do with coaching of a team should be taken to the coach of the respective team. It is suggested that before any grievance is presented to a coach or Board Member that a one-day "cooling off" period be observed. A Grievance/Incident Report may be filed by a member, parent, or coach following the procedures and process map outlined on the form. See Appendix E attached below. Move Up Policy Players must play at the levels outlined by MN and USA Hockey based on their age. Exceptions may be made for players born after the June 30 th cut-off date but attend the same grade level as those born before the June 30 th cut-off date. Most other move up requests will not be considered unless the player has played on the top team at the age appropriate level for the prior season. Move-ups may be allowed if room exists in the team structures while remaining compliant to this Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 8 of 12

9 policy. The WAHC Board can deny the move-up due to non-compliance of this policy or it is determined that it may negatively impact the team structure at either level. Once a skater has registered and is placed into the higher level, the player cannot move back to a lower level. In certain rare instances, the Board of Directors may need to move up or waive players or goalies due to roster limits, etc. 8 & Under Entry Age Guidelines Our 8 & Under program (Mini-Mite/6U and Mite/8U) age policies are based on the age guidelines set by Minnesota Hockey. Level Age Range Birth Dates MiniMite/6U 5-6 Years 7/1/2010-6/30/2012 Mite/8U 7-8 Years 7/1/2008-6/30/2010 As an association we believe that overall our Intro to Hockey and our Mini-Mite/6U programs match age-appropriate ice time and instruction for pre-kindergarten & Kindergarten/1 st grade skaters. We also believe that it is important to separate players as best as possible into groups of similar skill and ability. This will enable the highest level of skill development, enjoyment and fun for every player. We recognize that a one size fits all policy may not be the most appropriate for all players or their families. In the WAHC Board approved a change to our Mini-Mite/6U program entry age policies to allow 4 year old skaters who meet certain criteria (participated in the Fall Intro to Hockey session, mature enough to listen to coaches and follow direction, exceed a minimum level of skating ability, etc.) to play with our 5 & 6 year olds at the Mini-Mite/6U level. Similarly, the WAHC Board has recently approved a change to our Mite/8U program entry age policies for the season and future seasons. 6 year old skaters in their 3 rd + year of Mini- Mites/6U who meet certain criteria (see below) will be permitted to join our 7 and 8 year old skaters in the winter Mite/8U season. MimiMite/6U Move up Policy Move Up to Mite/8U Age minimum: 6 years old and in 1 st grade Level of play completed: Two years or more at MiniMite/6U with most recent season at the highest MiniMite/6U level (e.g. MiniMite 3 or coach assessed 6U player evaluation). Additional development: Skating or hockey development, summer camps, and spring league play will be considered. Coachablilty: Level of maturity will be considered mature enough to listen to coaches and follow directions. Current season assessment results: Skater must rank within the top 2/3 of all Mites or ½ of 8U assessed and ranked skaters. (This is based on WAHC 3 levels of Mites (M1/M2/M3) or 2 levels of 8U. Girls Move Up Policy 8U to 10U A player who is in their last eligible year of 8U may be asked or request to play at the 10U level. A formal player letter of interest must first be accepted and approved by the VP of Girls Hockey and the WAHC tryout committee. The VP of Girls Hockey will then forward all approved requests to the President of WAHC for approval. For a player to be placed on the highest level team from 10U tryouts, they must be rated within the top 4 skaters or top 2 goaltenders as compared to their peers. Once a player has stepped onto the ice during the tryout process, the player has committed to the new 10U age level and will not be allowed to play back down unless there is a surplus of move up candidates. If the player is not selected, the player will go back to their appropriate 8U age level. The WAHC Board has the ability to invite 8U players up to the 10U level in order to fill out a team if enrollment numbers necessitate. Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 9 of 12

10 Move Down Policy Parents/players may choose have a skater play down one level (e.g. B versus A) before tryouts, or after tryouts with WAHC Board approval. Girls Registration Policy Once girl players at the 10U, 12U and 15U levels complete registration for a girls team they may not subsequently switch or attempt to switch to a boys team. Participation Policy WAHC adheres to the MN Hockey Participation Rule as found in the MN Hockey Handbook under Section IV of the Minnesota Hockey Youth Rules. Please see MN Hockey s website, under Parents/Handbook for specific details. Waiver Policy A player may, by petition, waiver out of WAHC if they are current on their season player fees. Similarly, WAHC may allow players from other areas to waiver in if there is room at that particular level. In certain rare instances, the Board of Directors may need to move waived players or goalies due to roster limits, etc. Waiver forms can be obtained from the WAHC President. Please send to the WAHC President at president@woodburyhockey.com and include by copy the WAHC Registrar at registrar@woodburyhockey.com and WAHC Administrator at administration@woodburyhockey.com. Rescheduled Games When a game has to be rescheduled, the Club or team may absorb the cost depending on where the fault lies. Non-team Members on the Ice Non-team members CANNOT be on purchased ice during practices due to insurance liability issues. The coach may invite instructors to practices, but they are required to wear a strapped helmet at all times. Under no circumstances are siblings or other children not on the roster allowed on the ice. This is an important WAHC policy to prevent putting the Club into a liable situation. Infractions of this policy will result in dismissal of the coach for 3 ice hours (practice and games included) from the team participation. Parent/player games are NOT allowed on WAHC scheduled ice time due to insurance liability issues. Game Jerseys Game jerseys for the Squirt/10U level and up will NOT be worn during practices. Game jerseys are the responsibility of the player. If there is any damage to the jersey(s) or if the jersey is lost, the replacement cost of the jersey(s) will be the player s responsibility. No jerseys other than the official WAHC jersey are allowed. Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 10 of 12

11 Goalie Equipment Goalie equipment must be returned by March 31st after the regular season play. Equipment for summer play will be checked out at the discretion of the Goalie Equipment Director. All summer play equipment must be returned by the 31st of July. Late Payment Policy Club members missing any payments will be considered non-compliant. The Club allows legitimate payment plans to members who have remained compliant in previous seasons. Noncompliant members will not be allowed to exercise a payment plan of any sort with the Club. Minnesota Hockey defines members who stay current on their account and are fully paid by April 30 th as Members in Good Standing. Members who have not paid their account in full by April 30th are NOT considered to be in Good Standing must pay any outstanding balances and pay for the next upcoming hockey season in full at the time of registration. The playoff policy of having all payments compliant to play in District playoffs remains in effect. All players must have accounts in good standing on January 31 st or they will not be allowed on the ice until their account is paid in full. Accounts that are habitually past due, without an effort to work with WAHC to develop a payment program, risk being processed through the Washington County Conciliation Court program. The Board of Directors is taking this approach on behalf of the overwhelming majority of WAHC families that pay their fees on time. WAHC "Mood Altering Chemicals" Policy The Woodbury Area Hockey Club supports the USA Hockey and Minnesota State High School League s ZERO Tolerance rules in efforts to eliminate the use of alcohol, tobacco and "mood altering" drugs. Players who have violated this rule at home, school or at the rink shall be suspended from participation in all WAHC events. It is not a violation for a student to be in possession of a controlled substance specifically prescribed for the student's own use by his/her doctor. WAHC Privacy Policy Your family s privacy is important to WAHC. To better protect your family s privacy WAHC has outlined Our Commitment to Privacy in the Privacy Policy Statement included in Appendix F attached below. Fundraising Fundraising has always been an important part of the success of WAHC program. The funds raised have been used to defer other expenses of the Club, not covered with registration fees. Ultimately, the primary purpose of these funds is to keep the cost of hockey for Club members at the lowest level possible while ensuring quality development for our members. The WAHC has gambling (pull tabs) at Ray J s American Grill. Gambling proceeds are used to benefit all WAHC players. Primary use of these funds is applied to player ice time. Please support this business. Throughout the year, other fundraising events may be held. The need for a combined effort on these activities is essential to the on-going success of the Hockey Club. Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 11 of 12

12 Appendices Appendix A Coach Code of Conduct Appendix B Parent Code of Conduct Appendix C Player Code of Conduct Appendix D Player Development Charter Appendix E Grievance/Incident Report Appendix F Privacy Policy Updated June 30, 2017 Woodbury Area Hockey Club Blue Book updated June 30, 2017 Page 12 of 12

13 APPENDIX - A Coaches Code of Conduct The following Code of Conduct will be in effect for all WAHC-sponsored events, in including games, practices, scrimmages, team meetings or any other WAHC events. I,, agree to abide by the Woodbury Area Hockey Club s Coaches Code of Conduct for the season. This Code of Conduct supports Minnesota Hockey core values of: SPORTMANSHIP RESPECT INTEGRITY PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE ENJOYMENT LOYALTY TEAMWORK I agree to follow these principles, as well as the WAHC Bluebook, as a coach of the WAHC team to which I am assigned. Consistent action deviating from these values, or which disrupt the teams ability to function, other players ability to learn, or my assisting coaches ability to teach, will not be tolerated. I agree to the following process. Allow a one-day cooling off period from the time of the violation. 1 st step will be approach the party in question to review the situation. If not satisfactory, 2 nd step is to contact the Level Director. If not satisfactory, 3 rd step is to contact the Coaches Director. 1 st Offense I agree that I may be excused from coaching the next proceeding game by the Level and/or Coaches Director and the WAHC Board of Directors may be informed of my actions. Based on the seriousness, the Board may take further actions. 2 nd Offense Upon the 2 nd Offense in the same season, the WAHC Conduct Review Board will be notified. This Review Board, consisting of the President, Coaches Director, and VP of Hockey Development, will conduct a hearing with the player s parent(s), the player (optional), and Level Director. Discipline consistent with the violation may be given, as well as placement on probation. 3 rd Offense Suspension from all team activities for the remainder of the season, following another Conduct review Board hearing. NO REFUNDS OR EXEMPTION OF VOLUNTEER HOURS AND WAHC PAYMENTS WILL BE GIVEN SHOULD THE REVIEW BOARD RULE AGAINST THE COACH. Signing of this agreement by the coach is a requirement to coach in the WAHC. Coach Signature Print Coach Name

14 APPENDIX - B Woodbury Area Hockey Club s Parents Code of Conduct The following Code of Conduct will be in effect for all Woodbury Area Hockey Club (WAHC) sponsored events, including games, practices, scrimmages, team meetings or any other WAHC event on and off the ice. Maintain self-control and exemplify good sportsmanship, refraining from public criticism of officials, coaches, parents and players. Support your coaches. Remember that they have many players for whom they are responsible. Leave the "coaching" to the coach and keep negative comments to yourself. Don't compare your child with other players. Be honest with yourself about his/her capabilities. Compliment and encourage each player on the team. Teach your child to have fun and enjoy competition, help him/her to develop a healthy competitive attitude towards winning and losing. Arrange transportation to and from games, practices, scrimmages and tournaments. Remember that you, as well as your team, represent our community. Take care of your financial responsibilities to the WAHC promptly. Remember the locker room is for the players and coaches, respect team rules regarding access. Support the philosophies and policies of the WAHC. Attend board meetings provide feedback and build your understanding of the Club's activities. The parent's rights: Having their player and themselves treated fairly and with respect. Have the player engaged in playing and practicing activities that increase his/her skill and enjoyment of the sport in a safe and healthy environment. Have the right to communicate directly with anyone associated with the Club (coaches, board, etc.) utilizing the following steps: Step #1 Allow a one-day cooling off period from the time of the incident before talking to the coach. Step #2 Contact the appropriate Level Director. Step #3 (if necessary) Contact the Coaches Director. Step #4 (if necessary) Contact the Vice President, Hockey Development. The WAHC follows the attributes from the USA Hockey Zero Tolerance criteria used for players, parents and coaches on and off the ice. Examples of non-compliancy of the Codes of Conduct are: Visually demonstrating any sign of dissatisfaction with any game or team official in a manner that openly embarrasses the Official and/or challenges his or her judgment. Use of profane, obscene, abusive or vulgar language, gestures, racial/ethnic slurs including inappropriate language, in a boisterous manner at ANYONE at ANY time, on the ice or anywhere in the rink before, during and after a game or practice. This also includes social media content such as , text messaging or internet postings. Deliberate throwing of a stick, garbage or other equipment into the player's boxes, spectator viewing area, penalty box, or on-ice surface that in ANY manner creates a safety hazard.

15 Interference in any nonphysical manner with any Game Official including other Players, Referees, Coaches, Timekeepers, other Parents, or Goal Judges in the performance of their duties. Deliberately inflicting physical harm to any Game Official, Player and/or parent in ANY manner or attempts to do so. Behavior in ANY manner that is critically detrimental to the conduction of the game, including spitting at opponents and/or spectators, Game Officials or verbally threatening a Game Official with physical harm. Taunting Players, Coaches, Officials or other spectators by mean of baiting, ridiculing, threatening physical violence, or physical violence. This includes physical or verbal bullying of other teammates/players in locker rooms. I agree to follow these principles, as well as the WAHC Bluebook, as a parent/spectator of any WAHC or competitive team. Consistent action deviating from these values, or which disrupt the teams ability to function, other players ability to learn, the coaches ability to teach, representation of the WAHC in other cities will not be tolerated. I agree to the following process. EVERY Club member is required to follow the code of conduct policies. If a parent violation does occur, procedures of first, second, and third offenses are followed. PLEASE NOTE: Based on the seriousness of the offense, the Board holds the right to take further action, including immediate suspension and/or permanent dismissal from Club activities, including no refund of player fees. In accordance with policies in effect at the time, the appropriate body within Minnesota Hockey and USA Hockey will be notified. First Offense: I agree that I may be excused from participating at the next proceeding game by the Level and/or Coaches Director and the WAHC Board of Directors may be informed of my actions. Based on the seriousness, the Board may take further actions. Second Offense: Upon the 2 nd Offense in the same season, the WAHC Conduct Review Board will be notified. This Review Board, consisting of the President, and two additional board members (President s choice), will conduct a hearing with the parent(s) and Level Director. Discipline consistent with the violation may be given, as well as placement on probation. Third Offense: Suspension from all team activities for the remainder of the season, following a WAHC Board of Directors hearing. NO REFUNDS OR EXEMPTIONS FROM VOLUNTEER HOURS AND WAHC PAYMENTS WILL BE GIVEN SHOULD THE REVIEW BOARD RULE AGAINST THE PARENT. I/We, agree to abide by the Woodbury Area Hockey Club s Parents Code of Conduct for the season. This Code of Conduct supports Minnesota Hockey core values of: SPORTMANSHIP, RESPECT, INTEGRITY, PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE, ENJOYMENT, LOYALTY and TEAMWORK. Signing of this agreement by the parents is a requirement to participate in the WAHC. Parent Signature Print Parent Name & Date Parent Signature Print Parent Name & Date

16 APPENDIX - C Woodbury Area Hockey Club s Player Code of Conduct The following Code of Conduct will be in effect for all Woodbury Area Hockey Club (WAHC) sponsored events, including games, practices, scrimmages, team meetings or any other WAHC events on and off the ice. Take pride in yourself and your team; follow directions of the coaching staff; work hard in practice and games; and be willing to accept constructive criticism. Be a competitor, perform up to your ability and contribute to team unity. Compliment teammates and let the coach handle criticism. Show respect towards referees, coaches, players, parents, and fans of both teams. Good conduct on and off the ice. If it wouldn't be tolerated at home or at school, it will not be tolerated at WAHC sponsored events. This also includes, but is not limited to social media content such as , text messaging or internet postings. Participation at all games and practices is expected. You should notify coaches of absences as soon as possible prior to any planned event. Use proper equipment; keep it clean and in good repair. Ensure compliance with all USA Hockey and Minnesota Hockey standards, e.g. expiration dates of helmets. A responsible attitude toward your health be aware of, and adhere to, the USA Hockey, Minnesota Hockey, and WAHC policies on drinking, tobacco usage and drugs. Good school behavior, habits, grades, attendance etc. The player's rights include: Participation at a level commensurate with maturity and ability in a safe and healthy environment. To be treated fairly and with dignity. To be taught fundamentals and sportsmanship, have the opportunity to develop both hockey skills and life skills, and strive for success. The WAHC follows the attributes from the USA Hockey Zero Tolerance criteria used for players, parents and coaches on and off the ice. Examples of non-compliancy of the Codes of Conduct are: Visually demonstrating any sign of dissatisfaction with any game or team official in a manner that openly embarrasses the Official and/or challenges his or her judgment. Use of profane, obscene, abusive or vulgar language, gestures, racial/ethnic slurs including inappropriate language, in a boisterous manner at ANYONE at ANY time, on the ice or anywhere in the rink before, during and after a game or practice. During stoppage of a game, intentionally knocks, throws or shoots the puck out of reach of an official who is retrieving it. Deliberate throwing of a stick, garbage or other equipment into the player's boxes, spectators viewing area, penalty box, or on-ice surface that in ANY manner creates a safety hazard. Interference in any nonphysical manner with any Game Official including other Players, Referees, Coaches, Timekeepers, other Parents, or Goal Judges in the performance of their duties. Touching or holding the referee, Linesman or any other Game Official with his/her hand or stick. Deliberately inflicting physical harm to any Game Official, Player and/or parent in ANY manner or attempts to do so.

17 Behavior in ANY manner that is critically detrimental to the conduction of the game, including spitting at opponents and/or spectators, Game Officials or verbally threatening a Game Official with physical harm. Taunting players, coaches, Officials or other spectators by mean of baiting, ridiculing, threatening physical violence, or physical violence. This includes physical or verbal bullying of other teammates/players in locker rooms. This is by no means a complete list of violations. EVERY Club member is required to follow the code of conduct policies. If a violation does occur, procedures of first, second, and third offenses are followed. PLEASE NOTE: Based on the seriousness of the offense, the Board holds the right to take further action, including immediate suspension and/or permanent dismissal from Club activities. I agree to follow these principles as a member of the WAHC team to which I am assigned. Consistent action deviating from these values, or which disrupt the teams ability to function, other players ability to learn, or the coach s ability to teach, will not be tolerated. I agree to the following procedures. First Offense: I agree that my coach may limit my playing time, up to 1 game maximum, and notify the Level Director and the WAHC Board of Directors on my actions. Based on the seriousness, the Board may take further actions. Second Offense: Upon the second offense in the same season, the WAHC Conduct Review Board will be notified. This Review Board, consisting of the President, VP of Administration, and VP of Hockey Development, will conduct a hearing with the player s parent(s), the player (optional), level director, and the coach. Discipline consistent with the violation may be given, as well as placement on probation. Third Offense: Suspension from all team activities for the remainder of the season, following a WAHC Board of Directors hearing. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN SHOULD THE REVIEW BOARD RULE AGAINST THE PLAYER. I,, agree to abide by the Woodbury Area Hockey Club s Player Code of Conduct for the season. This Code of Conduct supports Minnesota Hockey core values of: RESPECT, INTEGRITY, PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE, ENJOYMENT, LOYALTY and TEAMWORK. Signing of this agreement by both the player and the parent(s) is a requirement to play in the WAHC. Parent(s) Signature Player s Signature & Date Print Parent(s) Name Print Player s Name & Date

18 APPENDIX - D WAHC Player Development Charter The mission of the WAHC Player Development Charter is to ensure the appropriate growth, development and experience of all players at all levels of competition. The Player Development Charter is a guide for our coaches. While coaches are expected to adhere to the Player Development Charter, both coaches and parents are encouraged to maintain an open dialogue with Club officials should any questions arise. The primary objective of the WAHC Player Development Charter is to guide coaches, players and parents via the following key developmental policies: Fair Play Positional Play Event Frequency Goalie Development Fair Play Policy Fair Play within the WAHC Player Development Charter is defined as follows: - Coaches will roll lines and defensive pairs in sequential order within each game. - Coaches will do their best to ensure shift lengths are roughly equivalent, however, game situations and position depth may not allow for an absolutely equal amount of playing time. - While penalty kill situations may result in either a shortened or missed shift, coaches should do their best to roll players through the penalty killing situation and re-establish the sequence of lines or defensive pairs afterwards. - In general, equal play is required within each game and across ALL situations, the only exceptions being those level-specific situations listed below. Coaches cannot play better players in close or important games and then make up time to others in less important games or situations. Mini Mite/Mite/8U/Squirt/10U For ALL teams at these levels there will be equal playing time, including power play and penalty kill situations, for ALL players at ALL levels and at ALL times. This applies to tournaments, overtimes and post-season play. Coaches will have the ability to sit players out for disciplinary reasons per the WAHC Player Code of Conduct. Equal play for goalies is defined as either alternating games or split time within each game. A goalie can skate out and also be a goalie but only at the Squirt C/10U B level and below with either coach or WAHC Board approval. Extended time missed (3 games or more) by one goalie regardless of the reason will not count against the other goalie who receives additional playing time. Peewee/12U There will be equal playing time, including power play and penalty kill situations, for all players at the AA, A and B levels except for the last 5 minutes of the 3rd period or overtime during the regular season including tournaments. Playing time during the MN Hockey sanctioned post-season play will be at the discretion of the coach. There will be equal playing time in ALL situations at the C level. Coaches will have the ability to sit players out for disciplinary

19 reasons per the WAHC Player Code of Conduct. Equal play for goalies at the Peewee AA, A, B and 12U A and B levels is defined as equal play throughout the season. Alternation of play is at the discretion of the coach, however, no one goalie may play more than 2 consecutive games the only exceptions being injury, illness or disciplinary issues subject to the team s other goalie. Extended time missed(3 games or more) by one goalie regardless of the reason will not count against the other goalie who receives additional playing time. Equal play for goalies at the Peewee C levels is defined as either alternating games or split time within each game. A goalie can skate out and also be a goalie but only at the Peewee C level with either coach or WAHC Board approval. Extended time missed (3 games or more) by one goalie regardless of the reason will not count against the other goalie who receives additional playing time. Bantam/15U There will be equal playing time in all even strength situations for all players at the AA, A, and B levels except the last 10 minutes of the third period or any overtime during the regular season, tournaments or MN Hockey sanctioned post-season play. Coaches have the choice of utilizing power play and/or penalty kill units regardless of equal play. There will be equal playing time, including power play and penalty kill situations, for all players at the C level except for the last 5 minutes of the 3rd period or overtime during the regular season, tournaments or MN Hockey-sanctioned post-season play. Coaches will have the ability to sit players out for disciplinary reasons per the WAHC Player Code of Conduct. Equal play for goalies at the Bantam AA, A, and B and 15U A and B levels is defined as equal play throughout the season. Alternation of play is at the discretion of the coach, however, no one goalie may play more than 2 consecutive games the only exceptions being Region and State tournament play, injury, illness or disciplinary issues subject to the team s other goalie. Extended time missed (3 games or more) by one goalie regardless of the reason will not count against the other goalie who receives additional playing time. Equal play for goalies at the Bantam C level is defined as equal play throughout the season. Alternation of play is at the discretion of the coach, however, no one goalie may play more than 2 consecutive games the only exceptions being injury, illness or disciplinary issues subject to the team s other goalie. Extended time missed (3 games or more) by one goalie regardless of the reason will not count against the other goalie who receives additional playing time. Positional Play Policy - Mini Mites/6U and Mites/8U: Coaches should emphasize both offensive and defensive responsibilities for ALL players in cross-ice and small-area game situations Squirt/10U: A minimum of 12 games (or 1/3 of games) will be played at either forward or defense A minimum of 3 consecutive games are to be played once a forward or defense position is assigned Peewee B2 and C:

20 A minimum of 15 games (or 1/3 of games) will be played at either forward or defense A minimum of 3 consecutive games are to be played once a forward or defense position is assigned Peewee AA, A and B1 and 12U A and B Positional play will be at the discretion of the coaching staff. Coaches are encouraged to give players opportunties at player desired positions throughout the year, but are not required to do so. Bantam AA, A, B, C and 15U A and B Players will try out for teams based on preferred and specified positions. Positional play changes will be at the discretion of the coaching staff. Event Frequency Policy - The Club s ice scheduling team will do its best to adhere to this policy, but isolated exceptions may occur Based on ice availability. An event is defined as a practice, scrimmage, game or off-ice training event (excluding events where off-ice and on-ice training have been scheduled back-to-back at the same location). Outdoor ice is considered optional and is not considered as an event for the following event frequency policy statements. Coaches or managers will follow these guidelines when scheduling additional events beyond club scheduled events. MiniMites/6U and Mites/8U: 2-3 events per week; only one weekday event; no more than 2 consecutive days Squirts/10Us: average 4 events per week over any 4-week period; tournaments count as 2 events; no more than 3 consecutive days (excluding tournaments) Peewees/12U: average 5 events per week over any 4-week period; tournaments count as 2 events; no more than 4 consecutive days (excluding tournaments) Bantams/15U: average 6 events per week over any 4-week period; tournaments count as 2 events; no more than 5 consecutive days (excluding tournaments) Goalie Development Policy Each coach must ensure the following goalie development guidelines are followed: - For Squirt/10U level and above, a goalie coach (assistant coach) should be identified and assigned for each team - At least 10 minutes per practice devoted to goalie development at all levels involving goalies - For Squirt/10U level and above, coaches must make minutes of time/space available during practices where Club Goalie instructors are working directly with the goalies