Rink Rebels · Our shared expectations

Coach Code of Conduct

Coaches set the tone. Put player wellbeing, development and a sense of belonging at the centre of every experience.

Put player wellbeing first

Keep activities appropriate to players’ ages, abilities and readiness.
Take injuries and safety concerns seriously. Do not pressure an injured or unwell player to participate.
Follow the safety requirements, training requirements and policies that apply to the activity.

Create a respectful learning environment

Coach with clear, constructive feedback. Do not use humiliation, intimidation, discriminatory language or punishment that puts a player at risk.
Treat players fairly and explain expectations and development decisions respectfully.
Recognize effort, growth and teamwork alongside performance. Make space for questions and different learning needs.

Maintain appropriate boundaries

Keep communication with minors focused on hockey, transparent and appropriate. Include parents or guardians in direct communication.
Avoid isolated one-to-one situations with a minor. Keep interactions observable and follow the supervision requirements that apply.
Respect privacy in changing rooms and in the handling of player information, photos and videos.

Model the behaviour you expect

Respect officials, opponents, families, volunteers and rink staff, including when you disagree.
Do not coach while impaired or engage in conduct that compromises safe supervision.
Listen to concerns without retaliation and raise safeguarding concerns through the appropriate channels. Do not promise secrecy when someone’s safety may be at risk.