Each team is required to have one (1) Head Coach. This is a mandatory position.

Applications for Jr. Inferno community coaching positions are accepted throughout the registration period (June to August). All applications are verified by the Director(s) of Coaching and the Coach Selection Committee.

Head Coaches must meet the requirements of our association, as well as the requirements of our governing bodies.

Head Coach responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the official spokesperson on behalf of the team.
• Coordinate the delegation of responsibilities to the Assistant Coaches and Team Manager.
• Plan on and off-ice activities in consultation with the Assistant Coaches.
• Facilitate parents’ meeting to inform them on the team's hockey season plan
• Assist with player evaluation process.
• Plan, implement and control pre-game preparation and communication with the team.
• Design the practice plans in consultation with the assistant coaches.
• Coach the team in all games and practices.
• Establish rules for the team and oversee the supervision of the players.
• Submit year-end report as provided by the Director(s) of Coaching.
• The Head Coach is accountable to the Director(s) of Coaching.

For more information on coach requirements, resources and application process, visit our Coaches page.

Each team is required to have one (1) Team Manger. This is a mandatory position.

The purpose of this role is to ensure the smooth operation of the team and allow the coaches to concentrate on the on-ice activities. The Team Manager cannot be the spouse, direct relation or person residing in same residence of the team’s Head Coach.

Team Manager responsibilities include:

• Liaise between the Head Coach and parents.
• Oversee team operations
• Allocate and track volunteer responsibilities.
• Assign and/or fulfil tasks required by the association and its governing bodies such as safety forms, financial guidelines, game sheets, etc.
• Communicate association news and policies to the team.
• Understand the Team Manager responsibilities outlined in the Team Manager Handbook.
• The team manager is accountable to the Head Coach and the Age Group Coordinator for the age division.

For more information and resources, please read our Team Manager Handbook and visit our Manager page.

Each team will have a maximum of four (4) Assistant Coaches, including one (1) Goalie Coach if designated. These are mandatory positions.

Applications for Jr. Inferno community coaching positions are accepted throughout the registration period (June to August). All applications are verified by the Director(s) of Coaching and the Coach Selection Committee.

Assistant Coaches must meet the requirements of our association, as well as the requirements of our governing bodies.

Assistant Coach responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with player evaluation process
• Assist with planning, organizing and conducting practices
• Assist with pre-game preparation
• Assist with the operation of the team during games
• Assist with the supervision of players off and on the ice.
• Assist with the formulation of the game plan.
• Be encouraging and positive at all practices and games.
• The Assistant Coach is accountable to the Head Coach.

For more information on coach requirements, resources and application process, visit our Coaches page.

Each team is required to have one (1) Team Treasurer. This is a mandatory position.

The Team Treasurer is responsible for the collection, tracking and disbursement of team funds. Ideally, the Team Treasurer has a basic understanding of accounting. The Team Treasurer cannot be the spouse, direct relation or person residing in same residence of the team’s Head Coach.

Team Treasurer responsibilities include:

• Manage team bank account. The Team Treasurer and Team Manager will have signing authority on the account.
• Track revenue (cash calls, fundraising, donations and sponsorship) and expenses (tournaments, development, team-building, etc) using GHC Team Budget Template.
• Provide regular financial updates including an updated Budget and Bank Statement throughout the season.
• Ensure majority consensus is used to direct any expenditure.
• Understand the responsibilities outlined in the Team Financial Guidelines.
• Team Treasurers are accountable to VP Administration / Treasurer for the association.

For more information and resources, please read our Team Treasurer Handbook and visit our Manager page.

U9 to U18 teams are required to have two (2) Jersey Managers. Each Jersey Manager position (HOME and AWAY) is worth 1 credit. These are mandatory positions.

RED = HOME
WHITE = AWAY

Jersey Manager (U9 to U18) responsibilities include:

• Collect both sets (Home and Away) of jerseys and socks (if applicable) at the designated equipment pick-up time.
• Inspect condition and confirm numbers correspond for both sets (Home and Away).
• Maintain a list of jersey numbers distributed to each player.
• “Home” Jersey Manager will be responsible for the “Home” jerseys for the entire season. “Away” Jersey Manager will be responsible for the “Away” jerseys for the entire season. BOTH sets of jerseys will be brought to every game.
• Upon arrival to a game, provide the appropriate set of jerseys to the Dressing Room Supervisor to distribute to the players.
• Following a game, collect the jerseys once the coach has finished the post-game discussion.
• Wash jerseys on a consistent basis and hang to dry.
• Report any lost or damaged jerseys to both the Team Manager and the association Equipment Coordinator.
• Return jerseys at designated equipment drop-off time. Report any lost or damaged jerseys to both the Team Manager and the association Equipment Coordinator.
• Jersey Mangers are accountable to the Team Manager.

Teams are required to have two (2) Dressing Room Supervisors in attendance at all games and practices. The total number of Dressing Room Supervisors may vary by team. These are mandatory positions.

While it is preferred that Dressing Room Supervisors are female, one (1) may be male and stand right outside the dressing room door if no other female is available. A female Assistant Coach and/or Trainer may also act as a Dressing Room Supervisor if necessary.

Dressing Room Supervisor responsibilities include:

• Remain in the dressing room at all times whenever there are players present. This includes before and after each practice and game, and during the designated coaches time. (Typically 15 minutes pregame and 15 minutes postgame.)
• Distribute the appropriate set of jerseys (provided by the Jersey Manager) to players before a game.
• Collect the jerseys once players have re-dressed following a game and return to Jersey Manager.
• Ensure players are behaving in accordance with the safety policies of our association and our governing bodies.
• Ensure adjoining bathrooms and/or showers are empty and safe for use if needed.
• For all games, ensure parents do not enter the dressing room during the designated coaches time. (Typically 15 minutes pregame and 15 minutes postgame.)
• For teams in the U11, U13, U15and U18age divisions, ensure no males enter the dressing room outside of the designated coach's time. (Typically, 15 minutes pregame and 15 minutes postgame.)
• Ensure no cell phones, tablets or cameras are used in the dressing room. Team Officials, parents and/or players may only use their cell phone in common areas. Absolutely no photos, video or voice recording, may be taken inside a dressing room.
• Report any infractions or issues to the Team Manager and Head Coach. The Dressing Room Supervisor does not have the authority to discipline or suspend players.
• Dressing Room Supervisors are accountable to the Team Manager.

For more information on the policies of our association and our governing bodies, please visit our Policy page.

The total number of Scorekeepers, Timekeepers and Penalty Box Keepers may vary by team. These are mandatory positions.

For all exhibition games and Hockey Calgary seeding round, regular season and playoff games, teams may be required to supply a timekeeper, scorekeeper and/or penalty box keepers.

Timekeeper responsibilities include:

• Manage the score clock for the duration of the game, including the period that the game is in, the time for each period, goals, penalties, and shots on goal.
• Start and stop the clock according to the stops and starts in play during the game.
• Display sportsmanship and respect to all participants and officials.
• Review the Hockey Calgary Off-Ice Official Manual.
• Timekeepers are accountable to the Team Manager. During games, Timekeepers are considered Off-Ice Officials and are accountable to the referee.

Scorekeepers responsibilities include:

• Manage the game sheet, which includes recording all scoring and penalty information provided to the scorekeeper by the referee.
• Display sportsmanship and respect to all participants and officials.
• Review the Hockey Calgary Off-Ice Official Manual.
• Scorekeepers are accountable to the Team Manager. During games, Scorekeepers are considered Off-Ice Officials and are accountable to the referee.

Penalty Box Keeper responsibilities include:

• Allow entry and exit of all penalized players at the time required and confirm the time when the player can be allowed to leave the Penalty Box.
• Assist the Official Scorer and Timekeeper with penalty information if required.
• Display sportsmanship and respect to all participants and officials.

The total number of On-Ice Helpers may vary by team. On-Ice Helpers must attend a minimum of 70 per cent of practices to quality for credit.

On-Ice Helper responsibilities include:

• Assist with the implementation of practice plans.
• Assist with the supervision of players off and on the ice.
• Be encouraging and positive at all practices and games.
• On-Ice Helpers are accountable to the Head Coach.

Teams are required to have one (1) Team Volunteer coordinator.

Team Volunteer Coordinator responsibilities include:

• Track all team level volunteer jobs and shifts
• Ensure families sign up for volunteer shifts
• Ensure that all families on your team have met their volunteer requirement for the season
• Advise families of upcoming volunteer opportunities from the league if necessary

The Team Volunteer Coordinator is accountable to the Team Manager and association Volunteer coordinator.

• Identify tournament opportunities at the beginning of the season that are an appropriate competition level for the team and that meet minor hockey governing bylaws.
• Ensure team has been informed of and has agreed upon tournament expectations, including costs, locations and frequency.
• Register with tournament host and work with Team Manager and Team Treasurer to fulfill registration requirements, including fees, rosters, tournament package pick-up, etc.
• Work with Team Manager to fulfill Hockey Calgary tournament requirements — including Schedule Windows and Travel Permit requests — by the appropriate deadline.
• Reserve appropriate group accommodations for team, with consideration of price, proximity to the arena and amenities, and reputation.
• Note: It is highly recommended that teams apply for tournaments as soon as possible. Both local and out-of-town tournaments fill quickly.
• The Tournament Coordinator is accountable to the Team Manager.

• Work in conjunction with the team manager and treasurer to identify fundraising needs, timelines and possible expenses.
• Research and propose fundraising ideas to the team.
• Ensure team has been informed of and has agreed upon fundraising expectations and events.
• Take the lead role on administering and running the team’s fundraising events.
• Manage all fundraising material (tickets, items for auction or raffles, etc).
• Track and provide treasurer with all monies collected on behalf of the team, and any expenses / receipts associated with the fundraiser.
• Communicate fundraising deadlines, updates and results with team.
• Ensure raffles meet Alberta Gaming legislation.
• Ensure sponsorships and donations are in accordance with GHC policy. (All sponsors must be reported to GHC Board. The GHC Logos are not permitted to appear on apparel or promotional material alongside a sponsor that has not been approved by the GHC Board.)
• The Fundraising Coordinator is accountable to the Team Manager.

• Identify team-building expectations and opportunities at the beginning of the season.
• Ensure team has been informed of and has agreed upon team-building costs, events and frequency.
• Work with Head Coach, Team Manager and Team Treasurer to manage budget and schedule.
• Ensure all activities are in accordance with association policies and guidelines, including the GHC Code of Conduct.
• Team-building events include but are not limited to: off-ice development (dry-land training, yoga, mentorship opportunities); volunteering and community service; team celebrations (season kick-off, holiday parties, family skates, group activities); parent social night(s); year-end party and gifts.
• The Team-Building Coordinator is accountable to the Team Manager.