Mission, Code of Conduct, FAQ'sMission
Ted Reeve Hockey Association will deliver community value by developing a sense of pride, confidence and fair play through offering hockey programs from the recreational house league to the competitive GTHL levels . Vision
We are An Association For Growth, passionate about the success of our players, our families and our community. We grow by cultivating successful people and driving a sense of pride in our community that is represented all over the Greater Toronto Area. Our recognized and trusted brand represents compelling value for our volunteers and families, and inspires pride in our players. We make it exceptionally easy for our community to do business with us. Our team of diverse, highly talented individuals is aligned in the relentless pursuit of our common goal. Values
1. We put families first 2. We live our brand 3. We nurture growth and development 4. We identify and solve issues 5. We are partners in everything we do 6. Our actions make the difference every day 7. We conduct Association with the highest ethical standards
CODE OF CONDUCT OBJECTIVE - Providing a safe, nurturing and fun environment for players. As coaches and team staff, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for the players in order to develop their individual skill and game sense. We will strive to be competitive within the guidelines of the game and grow together as a team through the adage: WIN AS A TEAM AND LOSE AS A TEAM. It is expected that players, all team officials, game officials, parents, and guardians will respect each other and work together to achieve the common objective. We are determined to accomplish our objectives through proper communication, enthusiasm, dedication, discipline and positive reinforcement. We are confident that the season will prove to be a rewarding experience for everyone associated with the Ted Reeve Hockey Association. COACHING PHILOSOPHY - A value based coaching approach that include high levels of sportsmanship and fair play. Our approach to instructing your aspiring young hockey player this season will follow a value-based coaching concept, which means teaching more than just techniques, drills and activities for players. This involves teaching high levels of sportsmanship and fair play. This concept represents an important attempt to affect the values that should be driving all of the participants who support our great game. We believe that hockey should be viewed as a platform through which important life lessons should be shared and reinforced. Two main components of this coaching concept are: RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY - Always interacting with each other in a respectful manner, taking ownership of our actions, and striving to set a positive example for others. These two words denote values that we believe encompasses a wide range of attitudes and behaviours toward which we all should aspire. By respect, we refer to the ability of all participants in the game consistently demonstrating a respectful attitude toward other people who are involved irrespective of their position. This would include the reciprocal relationships that exist between players, coaches, managers, referees, parents, arena personel, team-mates and opponents. By responsible, we refer to each individual being accountable for their actions and strive to set a good example for others. TEAM EXPECTATIONS - Players and coaches act in a manner that promotes team values and responsibility. Skill Development and Game Readiness: The coaching staff expects the players to be ready and prepared to go on the ice 10 minutes prior to the scheduled ice time. In return the coaching staff will use this time to meet with the players to discuss game/skill development stratagies and other related topics. Parents are asked not to stay in the dressing rooms before or after the skill development session/games, except to assist their child. This assistance should be completed prior to the coaches addressing their team. In doing so, you are giving your child the time needed to bond with their teammates, thus promoting confidence and creating a more sportsmanlike atmosphere amoungst the team. It is highly encouraged that players make every effort to attend all games and Skill Development sessions. You are on a team and the team needs you. Absences that total 15% or more of the games may result in that player forfieting their position on the team. Attendance will be strictly monitored by coaching staff and TRHA executives. If a player is going to be absent from a game, we ask that you call in and leave a message for your coach. This will assist your coach in preparing player ice times etc on game day. Equipment: Players are responsible for ensuring their skates are sharpened. Having two hockey sticks available at games and Skill Development sessions is recommended. Players will wear the uniform assigned to them by the team. Failure to have the proper uniform and equipment may result in the player not being able to participate in the game/Skill Development session. Under no circumstance will a player be on the ice without helmet, neck guard, mouth guard and other protective equipment. ICE TIME - Equal amounts of ice time to be provided to players regardless of playing ability. An understanding that critical circumstances will affect ice time, but that coaches and players are forthcoming in ensuring an understanding of any changes. The coaching staff is responsible for delegating player ice time, and their decisions are to be respected and followed. If a player wishes to discuss a concern with the amount of time they have been given, they are to do so after the game and in private. In certian situations, ice time will be dependent on critical game situations. The coaching staff believes in equal ice time, but reserves the right to alter that format based on circumstances. Changes in ice time for players will not exceed 25% of teams entire game schedule. TRHA FAQ'S 1. For increased safety of all players mouth guards are mandatory for next season. All equipment must be in compliance with all safety regulations including any equipment that may need replacement. Equipment required for play CSA approved helmet with full face cage or shield Neckguard Mouth guard Shoulder pads Elbow guards Jock/Jill Garterbelt/shorts with velcro to hold up socks Hockey pants Shin pants Hockey gloves Skates Stick 2. Wondering what division your child will play in? The age of each division is broken down as follows
3. Ice permits for the 2010-2011 season is near completion and details will follow soon. Ice times will be finalized when it is determined how many teams per division will be playing next season. The Blazhers will be playing Sundays between 7am-12pm (depending on number of teams) Minor Midget will play on Saturdays 5pm to 7pm. More information will follow as it is calculated. 4. The 2010-2011 season begins early September and ends mid April. Registration consists of 26 sessions on ice broken down into 9 skill training sessions and 17 games. Season will end on the spectacular note of an ALLSTARS SUNDAY consisting of championship games for all divisions. Halftime shows, awards and more. Updates on ALLSTARS SUNDAY will occur throughout the season. 5. Skills Training is incorporated into the Blazhers, Tyke, Novice, Atom, Peewee, & Bantum divisions and will be held at the arena within the time frames established for the regular play of that division. 6. Coaches and assistant coaches will play an active role in the skill development sessions and work together with the instructors of the Beach Sports Academy. 7. The first three weeks of the 2010-2011 season will consist of skill development sessions. On the third week, players will be assessed by coaches and instructors and team rosters formulated. Ted Reeve reserves the right to readdress team rosters in October and make any changes they feel are necessary to ensure fair and competitive teams in next seasons line-up. 8. Increased ice costs and the implementation of HST has become a reality for next season. THRA is happy to announce that this increase has had minimal effect on the cost of registration next year. In fact the increase of between $10 and $30 is to cover the added programming in place for each division and to assist with the costs of hosting ALLSTARS SUNDAY. Family and friends no longer have to pay entry to their childs game. The skill development training hosted by Beach Sports Academy alone is valued at appromately $118 per child. 9. Volunteers are essential in running an effect hockey program. We need your help. Along with coaches, assistance coaches, convenyor etc., we need people who love to help with fundraisers, marketing strategies, data entry, and most of all love to be there for the kids. Two hours a week would be a valuable gift of your time. 10. Registration costs for the 2010-2011 season are as follows
BLAZHERS Girls Skill Development— $370 TYKE - $370 NOVICE - $370 ATOM - $370 PEEWEE - $370 BANTAM - $370 MIDGET - $350 JUVENILE - $350
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM BOB ACTON OF BEACH SPORTS ACADEMY What are the rules and insurance coverage? Ted Reeve offers a non-contact league and any player who deliberately tries to injure a fellow player of referee, will be subject to a suspension. We promote a play safe environment and encourage good sportsmanship. All players are insured by the Canadian Hockey Association through our affiliation with the GTHL. Is there a select program and how can I play? Ted Reeve operates a very successful Select program under the name of Ted Reeve Tornados. Families will be asked to submit their interest in the Select program, when registering and whether they are interested in volunteering as a coach or manager. During the three week evaluation process, prior to the regular season, players will be assessed and select teams formulated. How much experience does a player need? We do not ask for prior hockey experience, but do ask that the child has one year of skating lessons under their belt. About Skill Development! We sincerely feel that fun is a byproduct of the success you experience performing a skill. Hockey is a very challenging sport and requires a tremendous amount of grit and grace. Ted Reeve has decided to bring on board the Beach Sports Academy as the official on ice trainer for the division from Tyke to Pee Wee, as well as our Girls Hockey program. While we are appreciative of the many volunteer coaches, we sincerely feel that bringing aboard an establish hockey trainer from the community, will aid in your child’s development and thus his/hers enjoyment of the game. We want to develop the children’s confidence and make Ted Reeve the place to be on weekends, for outstanding hockey competition. If you would like to know more about the Beach Sports Academy simply visit www.beachsportsacademy.com or contact Bob Acton personally, at 416-690-6111. |
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