March 5, 2007
NG012

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!