At Hyde Park Youth Hockey, we are committed to creating a safe, positive, and respectful environment for all players, parents, coaches, and spectators. These Codes of Conduct are based on USA Hockey standards and reflect our community’s values of sportsmanship, teamwork, and development.

Hyde Park Youth Hockey follows USA Hockey’s SafeSport Program—zero tolerance for abuse, bullying, or hazing. All adult participants undergo annual SafeSport training and background screening. Our locker rooms are supervised, and we enforce clear reporting procedures to protect every player. For full details, view the SafeSport Handbook.

Play for fun

Work hard to improve your skills

Be a team player – support and respect your teammates

Be on time for practices and games

Learn teamwork, sportsmanship, and discipline

Know the rules – and always play by them

Respect your coach, teammates, parents, opponents, and officials

Accept officials’ decisions without argument

Be a good sport – win or lose

Do not force your child to participate—support their interests and make it fun

Encourage your child to play by the rules and lead by example

Avoid embarrassing your child by yelling at players, coaches, or officials

Support skill development and emphasize effort over competition—especially at younger ages

Know the rules and respect officials—your attitude influences your child’s behavior

Applaud effort and sportsmanship, win or lose

Never yell at or physically discipline your child after games or practices

Recognize and support volunteer coaches

If you love the game, get involved—volunteer!

Respect officials’ decisions and encourage players to keep trying

Show good sportsmanship to players, coaches, refs, and fans

Act appropriately – don’t taunt or disturb others; enjoy the game together

Cheer good plays from both teams

Use positive language – avoid profanity or inappropriate gestures

Promote fair play and fun

Be a positive role model—your players reflect your leadership

Use praise and encouragement consistently and honestly

Never yell at or criticize players or officials publicly

Be patient, fair, and respectful at all times

Focus on skill development, confidence, and self-esteem

Run practices that are fun, organized, and challenging

Maintain open communication with players and parents

Prioritize health, safety, and well-being of every athlete

Be prepared with an emergency action plan

Know how to recognize and respond to signs of injury or stress

Help athletes set realistic goals and develop skills beyond hockey

Remember: Winning is a goal, but not the purpose. Focus on growth, effort, and fun!

💙 At HPYH, We All Play a Part

By following these Codes of Conduct, we create a positive, respectful, and safe environment for every player to thrive—on and off the ice. Speak directly with a coach or board member if you have any concerns!