| Zero Tolerance |
As many of you know, inappropriate conduct by parents and other spectators has
become an increasing problem for youth sports organizations. To deal with this
problem as effectively as possible, the Monroe Twp. Roller Hockey League's Committee
has adopted the USA Hockey Parent's Code of Conduct, which is reproduced below in a
modified version (as shown in italics) adapted to the MTRHL. We also have adopted the USA Hockey Zero Tolerance
Policy for violators of the Code of Conduct. The MTRHL also has adopted the New Jersey
Youth Hockey League Zero Tolerance Physical Abuse Policy. These policies are also
reproduced below. The MTRHL Committee urges all of you to take these policies to
heart so that we will all have a more enjoyable and successful season!
While we realize that the MTRHL is not associated with USA Hockey or the New Jersey
Youth Hockey League, we have adopted their guidlines and principles as the governing
rule book, regarding hockey, pertaining to our Code of Conduct and Zero Tolerance policy.
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| MTRHL Code Of Ethics |
- Applaud good plays, don't dwell on bad plays.
- Kids imitate their parents. If you act like a jerk your kid probably will too.
- The stands are not a place to shout personal instructions.
- There is more to life than hockey. Encourage your child to participate in other activities.
- Respect the coach's decision and abilities. Don't force your kid to decide whether to listen to you or the coach.
- Stress fair and sensible play. Nobody needs to get hurt because someone is not playing by the rules.
- Stress the long-term importance of practice over the short-term excitement of games.
- Keep things in perspective. The odds of your child making it in the NHL are pretty slim.
- Stress the importance of the team.
- Never lose sight of the fact that you are a role model.
- Winning probably means more to you than it does to your kid.
- Don't yell if your kid makes a mistake. Point out what they do well. Positive reinforcement goes a long way.
- Take time to learn the rules of the game. That way, if you insist on shouting at the ref at least you'll know what you are talking about.
- Remember that coaches and league administrators are volunteers. A "thank you" every once in a while is often reward enough.
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| All teams are responsible for the actions of their players, team officials and their fans. |
| All individuals associated with the MTRHL shall conduct themselves in a proper manner at all times. |
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Improper conduct is defined as behavior deemed detrimental to the
philosophy and objectives of the league, as well as any action which
produces results detrimental to any team or individual players of the
league.
- Repeated instances of improper contact shall be dealt with the board.
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| All parents / guardians of MTRHL players are subject to the Zero Tolerance Physical Abuse Policy: |
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Any parent / guardian that attempts to cause physical injury or
makes the threat thereof to any individual associated with the MTRHL
shall be subject and his/her (children) shall be
subject to immediate suspension from MTRHL play and/or other League
involvement for up to one year at the discretion of the committee.
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A second instance of an attempt to threaten or cause physical injury
shall result in up to a three year suspension for the player(s) and the
parent / guardian from any involvement with the MTRHL.
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All individuals associated with the MTRHL are expected to uphold the
value of honesty, good sportmanship and have respect for the integrity and
roles of the other members as well as their organization.
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| MTRHL Zero Tolerance Policy |
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The game will be stopped by on-ice officials when the
parents/spectators displaying inappropriate and disruptive behavior
interfere with other spectators or the game. The on-ice officials will
identify violators to the coaches for the purpose of removing
parents/spectators from the spectator's viewing and game area. Once
removed, play will resume. Lost time will not be replaced and violators
may be subject to further disciplinary action by the MTRHL committee.
This inappropriate and disruptive behavior shall include:
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- Use of obscene or vulgar language in a boisterous manner to anyone at any time.
- Taunting players, coaches, officials or other spectators by means of baiting, ridiculing, threat of physical violence.
- Throwing of any object in the spectators viewing area, players bench, penalty box or on ice surface, directed in any manner as to create a safety hazard.
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