Mid Hudson Hockey
Officials Association
Poughkeepsie,
NY
Excerpts below were taken from... USA
Hockey Annual Guide, Codes of Conduct
Remember this is a ice hockey referee site. I did take the 'liberty'
of highlighting the portions I felt pertained to or should be of particular
importance to officials.
On-Ice Officials Code of Conduct
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Act in a professional and businesslike manner
at all times and take your role seriously.
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Strive to provide a safe and sportsmanlike
environment in which players can properly display their hockey skills.
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Know all playing rules, their interpretations and
their proper application.
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Remember that officials are "teachers." Set a good example.
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Make your calls with quiet confidence; never with
arrogance.
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Control games only to the extent that is necessary to
provide a positive and safe experience for all participants.
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Violence must never be tolerated.
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Be fair and impartial at all times.
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Answer all reasonable questions and requests.
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Adopt a "zero tolerance" attitude toward verbal or physical
abuse.
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Never use foul or vulgar language when speaking with
a player, coach or parent.
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Use honesty and integrity when answering questions.
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Admit your mistakes when you make them.
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Never openly criticize a coach, player or other official.
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Keep your emotions under control.
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Use only USA Hockey approved officiating techniques
and policies.
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Maintain your health through a physical conditioning
program.
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Dedicate yourself to personal improvement and maintenance
of officiating skills.
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Respect your supervisor and his/her critique of your
performance.
Coaches Code Of Conduct
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Winning is a consideration, but not the only
one, nor the most important one. Care more about the child than
winning the game. Remember, players are involved in hockey for fun and
enjoyment.
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Be a positive role model to your players, display
emotional maturity and be alert to the physical safety of players.
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Be generous with your praise when it is deserved;
be consistent, honest; be fair and just; do not criticize players
publicly; learn to be a more effective communicator and coach; don’t yell
at players.
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Adjust to personal needs and problems of players,
be a good listener, never verbally or physically abuse a player or
official; give all players the opportunity to improve their skills, gain
confidence and develop self-esteem; teach
them the basics.
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Organize practices that are fun and challenging
for your players. Familiarize yourself with the rules,
techniques and strategies of hockey; encourage all your players to be team
players.
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Maintain an open line of communication with your
players’ parents. Explain the goals and objectives of your association.
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Be concerned with the overall development of your
players. Stress good health habits and clean living.
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To play the game is great, to love the game is
greater.
Players Code of Conduct
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Play for FUN.
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Work hard to improve your skills.
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Be a team player - get along with your teammates.
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Learn teamwork, sportsmanship and discipline.
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Be on time for practices and games.
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Learn the rules and play by them. Always
be a good sport.
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Respect your coach, your teammates, your parents,
opponents and officials.
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Never argue with an official’s decision.
Parents Code of Conduct
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Do not force your children to participate in
sports, but support their desires to play their chosen sport.
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Children are involved in organized sports for
their enjoyment. Make it fun.
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Encourage your child to play by the rules.
Remember, children learn best by example, so applaud the good plays
of both teams.
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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.
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Emphasize skill development and practices and
how they benefit your young athlete. De-emphasize games and competition
in the lower age groups.
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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.
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Applaud a good effort in victory and in 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.
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Recognize the importance of volunteer coaches.
They are important to the development of your child and the sport. Communicate
with them and support them.
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If you enjoy the game, learn all you can about
the game, and volunteer!
Spectators Code of Conduct
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Display good sportsmanship. Always respect
players, coaches and officials.
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Act appropriately; do not taunt or disturb other
fans; enjoy the game together.
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Cheer good plays of all participants; avoid booing
opponents.
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Cheer in a positive manner and encourage fair
play; profanity and objectionable cheers or gestures are offensive.
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Help provide a safe and fun environment; throwing
any items on the ice surface can cause injury to players and officials.
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Do not lean over or pound on the glass; the glass
surrounding the ice surface is part of the playing area.
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Support the referees and coaches by trusting
their judgment and integrity.
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Be responsible for your own safety - be alert
to prevent accidents from flying pucks and other avoidable situations.
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Respect locker rooms as private areas for players,
coaches and officials.
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Be supportive after the game. . .win or lose.
. .recognize good effort, teamwork and sportsmanship.
I'll end this page with one of my late fathers favorite
quotes, that he put on all of the rosters of the youth basketball and baseball
teams he coached over his 30 year coaching career...
"When the one Great Writer
comes to write against your name, He writes not how you won or lost, but,
how you played the game"
Grantland Rice