Players Bill of Rights

All children participating in the hockey programs of the Streetsville Hockey League enjoy the following rights and are entitled to the protection of these rights.

SPORTSMANSHIP: You have the right to participate in a program in which sportsmanship, honesty and integrity are the cornerstones.

RESPECT: You have the right to the respect of your coaches, your team-mates, the coaches and players of the opposing team, the referees and spectators and each of them has the right to expect the same of you.

PARTICIPATION: You have the right to participate fully and equitably in the activities of your team.

SKILL DEVELOPMENT: You have the right to learn about your sport and develop your skills to the maximum of your potential.

FREEDOM FROM ABUSE: You have the right to say no to physical contact or interaction with any member of the coaching staff or any other person in a position of authority or influence.

FREEDOM FROM BULLYING: You have the right to participate fully in the activities of your team free from harassment and bullying in all its forms.

FREE SPEECH: You have the right to speak freely without fear of recrimination.

FAIR TREATMENT: You have the right to be treated fairly and with impartiality.

FUN: You have the right to have fun. Hockey is about fun and we all have a right to share in it.