ZERO TOLERANCE AWARENESS MESSAGE FROM AHAI

We have come to the time in our season when there is a heighten sensitivity in each game that is played.  With that comes the opportunity to get overly emotional and forget about the Zero Tolerance policy that is firmly in place.  It is very important that all coaches, parents and players stay mindful of this policy and that it must always be observed.  If not, the following sanctions will be STRICTLY enforced by AHAI for every violation.

-For All Parents: The first offense is a minimum of a three (3) game suspension.

-For All Coaches: Since they are held to a higher standard, the first offense is a minimum of a five (5) game suspension.

PLEASE REMEMBER that Zero Tolerance is not just limited to getting ejected from a game by an official.  It also includes any inappropriate (verbal or physical)interfacing with other parents, team officials, players, rink employees, Board members, staff, etc. regardless of the time or place.  Any infractions will result in the above described consequences.

Please don't lose the opportunity to watch your player(s) participate in this wonderful game by losing your head.  Remember that this is just a game,played by kids, for fun and enjoyment.

KEEP IT FUN, KEEP IT SAFE - STAY SANE to STAY IN THE GAME

AHAI Neck Guard Rule

AHAI Neck Guard Policy - Revised June 2009 **EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY**

NECK GUARD RULE - Players must wear neck guards for all on ice activities. If a player is observed on the ice without a neck guard , the official will remove that player from the ice until he or she is in compliance. Neck guards must be worn according to the manufacturers specifications. They must fit properly not oversized, pushed down, unzipped, rolled over, taped or in any way altered. If they are modified in any way they are not neck guards and the player will be removed. Failure to leave the ice will result in a delay of game penalty. A misconduct penalty shall be assessed to any player or goalkeeper of that team for a subsequent violation during that game.

NECK GUARD DEFINITION - Neck guards are specifically designed by the manufacturer to protect the neck. They are clearly labeled as such. There are the shirt type that zip up or the band type that attach with velcro. Arm bands, head bands, ear warmers, plain turtle necks and moc-turtle necks are not neck guards.