Player Code of Conduct

As an athlete of Lutheran South Hockey Club, I will work to represent both Lutheran South Hockey and Lutheran South High School with decency and integrity in all encounters. I will demonstrate the highest level of respect towards my Coaches, Teammates, Parents, and Officials, and at no time verbally, physically, or mentally abuse them.

· I will adhere to all ice rink rules, both home and away, as posted and will treat all rink property and employees with respect.

· Lutheran South Hockey Club will not be held responsible for any theft or vandalism of the ice rink's private property. If an athlete is discovered damaging/stealing any ice rink's private property, he/she will be held liable for subsequent discipline from authorities and/or payment for damages.

· I will dedicate myself to arriving at games/practices on time with energy, enthusiasm, and a confident attitude, ready to do my part to help my teammates and me progress and grow as a team.

· I pledge my effort towards Team Success over individual accomplishment.

· I commit myself to diligently improve my physical skills, training my mind and body to fervently compete on every shift, and to study the material/video provided to me by the Coaching Staff to improve my understanding and Hockey IQ.

· I will strive to learn and abide by the rules set forth by Mid-States, USA/MO Hockey, and consistently exhibit good sportsmanship towards all Officials, Coaches, Parents, players, and Teammates in all games and practices I participate in.

· I will refrain from using social media in an inappropriate way, such as bullying, catfishing, etc. In no instance will I post a picture or video from the locker room on social media. I understand that this is a SafeSport violation and will result in an immediate (1) game suspension from the Club, plus any additional discipline imposed by the governing bodies.

· I will comply with the decision of the various leagues, USA/MO Hockey, or Mid-States Hockey Association disciplinary boards. I and/or my parent(s)/guardian will be responsible for payment of fines imposed to Lutheran South Hockey Club as a result of my conduct. Payment must be made before athlete will be allowed to participate in any practice or game.

· All players must RSVP at least 48 hours in advance and regularly attend practices unless in direct conflict with a Higher-Level team (AAA, CSHL, and Elite). If a player is unable to attend a game/practice, you must RSVP through Crossbar with a note detailing the reason. If RSVPs are not marked 48 hours before a game, players will not be included in the roster selections for that game.

· All players will arrive at Games 1 Hour prior to the start of the game and to practices no later than 45 minutes before the start of practice.

· All players will adhere to the game day dress code as set by the Varsity Coaching Staff.

· The use and/or possession of tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, or any other narcotic substances, or non-prescription drugs, or the abuse of prescription drugs in the locker rooms, before/after any game and/or practice is prohibited and will result in immediate suspension from ALL team activities until the Board, Coaching Staff and Parent(s) / Legal Guardian of the player have had disciplinary meeting.

· If the Lutheran South Hockey Club receives a fine for any action by a player, such as Unsportsmanlike conduct, abusive language towards coaches, officials, players, or parents, etc., the athlete is responsible for paying that fine/fee that is charged to the club. The athlete will be suspended from ALL team activities until the fine is paid.

· Lutheran South and its members and players shall subscribe to the rules and regulations imposed by all governing bodies. These include, but are not limited to, Mid-States Club Ice Hockey Association, USA/MO Hockey, and Lutheran South Club Hockey Rules, and the various leagues the Lutheran South Ice Hockey Club participates in.

I understand that any violation of the above-stated policy while I am an athlete in the Lutheran South Hockey Club program will result in appropriate action, as determined by the Coaching Staff and/or Board of Directors, for the offense involved. I understand that my parents or legal guardian will assume responsibility for any losses, property damage, and/or fines.