Team Manager Requirements
Thank you for taking on the essential role of Team Manager. Your dedication and commitment are invaluable to the success and smooth operation of the team. On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for your time, effort, and passion for the sport, and for being a positive influence on the young athletes under your care.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Team Manager, you play a vital role in the organization and management of the team both on and off the ice.
Your responsibilities include:
- Tournament Planning: Coordinating team participation in tournaments, including registration, travel arrangements, and accommodation.
- Organizing Off-Ice Team Activities and Experiences: Planning team-building activities, supporting organization fundraisers, volunteer opportunities, and planning other off-ice experiences to foster camaraderie and personal development among team members.
- Assisting Head Coach on Administrative Duties: Supporting the head coach with administrative tasks such as scheduling, communicating with players and parents, managing team finances, managing scorekeepers for home games and ensuring compliance with organization and league rules.
- Being a Liaison to Coaching Staff and Organization with Parents: Serving as a point of contact between the coaching staff, organization, and parents, relaying important information, addressing concerns, and facilitating positive communication and relationships.
USA HOCKEY REQUIREMENTS
All Team Managers need to complete the following registrations and certifications:
Explanation on each requirement:
USA Hockey Registration: Annual registration that must be completed each season starting on April 1. You will receive an electronic copy of your registration from USA Hockey and must add the USAH number to your Crossbar account each season.
USA Hockey SafeSport Certification: The Safe Sport Training and Refresher Training are each valid for twelve (12) months. Safesport is a yearly requirement and consists of a core course followed by three refresher courses. Every fourth year one must take the core course over again.
Background Screen: USA Hockey has instituted a national background screening program. The screening is required every two seasons. Background screening is done through NCSI and takes an average of 10 - 14 business days to be completed.
** All requirements must be completed PRIOR to participating in any team activities and you can not be added to a roster until completed **