Pearl River Ice Hockey

Encourage your child to play by the rules. Remember, children learn best by example, so applaud the good plays of both teams.

Do not force your children to participate in sports, but support their desires to play their chosen sport. Children are involved in organized sports for their enjoyment. Make it fun.

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. Stress the benefits from participating in a team sport, the commitment, the discipline and the social skills learned and acquired.

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 reinforce the positive points of the game. Never yell or physically abuse your child after a game or practice - PLEASE, THIS IS EXTREMELY DESTRUCTIVE!

Recognize the importance of volunteers - coaches, assistant coaches, team managers and administrators. They're important to the development of your child and the sport. Communicate with them and support them.

Respect and support your child's coach and their position as the person running the team. Never encourage your child to disobey the coach's instructions or team rules. Encourage your child to play in a manner consistent with the team’s strategy or plans. NEVER APPROACH THE BENCH DURING A GAME. If you need to speak with your child's coach wait at least 24 hours after a game or practice for your discussion. 

 If you enjoy the game, learn all you can about hockey - and volunteer.

 Play for FUN.

 Work hard to improve your skills.

 Be a team player - get along with your teammates.

 Learn teamwork, sportsmanship and discipline.

 Be on time for practices and games.

 Learn the rules and play by them. Always be a good sport.

 Respect your coach, your teammates, your parents, opponents and officials.

 No swearing or abusive language on the bench, in the rink, or at any team function.

 No lashing out at any official no matter what the call is. The coaching staff will handle all matters pertaining to officiating.

 Anyone who receives a penalty will skate directly to the penalty box.

 Fighting will not be tolerated. Just skate away!

 I will conduct myself in a befitting manner at all facilities (ice rink, hotel, restaurant, etc.) during any team function.

 Display good sportsmanship. Always respect players, coaches and officials.

 Act appropriately; do not taunt or disturb other fans; enjoy the game together.

 Cheer good plays of all participants; avoid booing opponents.

 Cheer in a positive manner and encourage fair play; profanity and objectionable cheers or gestures are offensive and will not be tolerated.

 Help provide a safe and fun environment; throwing any items on the ice surface can cause injury to players and officials.

 Do not lean over or pound on the glass; the glass surrounding the ice surface is part of the playing area.

 Support the referees and coaches by trusting their judgment and integrity.

 Be responsible for your own safety - be alert to prevent accidents from flying pucks and other avoidable situations.

 Respect locker rooms as private areas for players, coaches and officials.

 Be supportive after the game - win or lose. Recognize good effort, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Players, Team Officials and/or Spectators who cannot abide by these rules or who violate them will be subject to disciplinary action.