Coaches

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The Head Coach is responsible for all the activity that contributes directly to how the team plays on the ice. The position plays a pivotal role in the success of the hockey team as well as the long term development of hockey players and their ability to pursue their long term goals. 

Duties: 

• Must be in attendance and coach all games and practices 
• Design and teach on ice systems to players in coordination with assistant coaches 
• Coordinate the delegation of responsibilities and supervise assistant coaches 
• Plan, implement and control pre-game preparation and communication with the team 
• Design practices in consultation with assistant coaches 
• Establish team rules and oversee the supervision of players 
• Ensure all team members uphold the rules and regulations of the association, the OHF and Hockey Canada 
• Participate in community outreach when possible 
• Very high level of contact with young players, their parents and team personnel 

Qualification and Skills: 

• Possess the required coaching certification 
• Valid Criminal Record Check 
• High knowledge of hockey 
• Superior communication/teaching skills 
• Excellent leadership qualities 
• Be organized and a problem solver

Duties:

• Assist with planning, organizing and conducting practices 
• Assist with pre-game preparation 
• Assist with the operation of the team during the games 
• Assist with the supervision of players off and on the ice 
• Assist with the formulation of the game plan 
• Report to the head coach 

Qualification and Skills

• Possess the required coaching certification 
• Valid Criminal Record Check 
• High knowledge of hockey 
• Superior communication/teaching skills 
• Excellent leadership qualities 
• Be organized and a problem solver