BMH Coach Application

Name *

First Name Last Name

E-mail *

Home Phone Number:

Area Code Phone Number

Cell Phone Number: *

Area Code Phone Number

Address: *

Street Address
Street Address
City	Province
Postal	Country

Which Division would you like to coach? *

Would you like to be a HEAD Coach or ASSISTANT Coach? *

If you would like to coach 2 teams, please specify which you would like to head or assist as you may only head coach ONE team.

Do you have current Respect in Sport Coach? *

If yes, include RIS Number (coaches will not be selected unless they are up to date with a current RIS). See link below to certify.

Do you have a current (2019) Criminal Record Check? *

All Coaches are required to submit a current Criminal Record Check. Coaches will not be placed with a team until this is completed. Form can be found on the BMH website.

Check All Coaching Courses that apply *

Coach 1 Coach 2 Safety Checking Development 1 First Aid/ CPR

How long have you been coaching Minor Hockey? *

What are your previous coaching experiences? *

Do you coach any other sport? *

Do you have any children playing in Brooks Minor Hockey? If so, which division? *

Have you ever had a suspension or complaint from a Sporting Association? If so, explain. *

What is your coaching philosophy? *

Are you willing to be mentored? *

Yes No

Will you participate in Coach Developmental Sessions? *

Yes No

List 3 coaching areas you consider your STRENGTHS *

List 3 coaching areas you'd like to improve on *

Please Provide 3 References (include Name, #, email & relationship) *

Important notice to all prospective coaches:

Coaches will be placed with teams accordingly, based on experience and compatibility.

Parents and Coaches/Team Officials will be required to recertify their Respect in Sport every four seasons. Please be aware of your currect RIS status as it must be current to coach during this season. If you are new or recertifying, please complete the Respect in Sport (RIS) - Coach, from the link provided. https://ha.respectgroupinc.com/

ALL BROOKS MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION COACHES AND MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE A CURRENT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK (CRC). Please download the form off of the BMHA website and have a it returned before September 13, 2019.

Each Team will consist of; 1 Head Coach / 2 Assistant Coaches and 1 Goalie Coach, (providing they have completed the required certification or equivalent.) or 1 Head Coach and 3 Assistant Coaches for a Maximum total of 4 Coaching Staff members only. A manager cannot coach or be on the bench during games. (Some exceptions may apply for the Intro levels and non CAHL coaches.)

BMHA Coaches will only be permitted to be on the staffs of only two teams as either a Head Coach and Assistant Coach on two separate teams or Assistant Coach on two separate teams as is needed. Individuals will not be able to coach on more than 2 teams. (Exceptions may be given for some Head Coaches also wanting to Head Coach a non-competitive team, providing they submit a request in writing to the Coach Selection Committee.)

All Coaches will provide the necessary documentation to Brooks Minor Hockey Association in order to be considered as a coach. Coaches are not permitted to add their own coaches to any team without approval of Brooks Minor Hockey Association.

BMHA Coaches will be required to attend a minimum of two development sessions during the hockey season. All courses are reimbursed by Brooks Minor Hockey Association.

View your current coaching qualifications: https://ehockey.hockeycanada.ca/ehockey/Account/Login.aspx

Local Minor Hockey Associations and Club Teams must ensure by November 15th that all Teams meet the requirements as outlined in the chart. Any Team that does not meet the requirements outlined within the Hockey Alberta regulations is not an eligible team and is not able to participate in sanctioned games.

Once the certification deadline passes, any team that does not meet the required certifications for their Team Officials will be notified that they are ineligible to participate until they have obtained the proper certifications.

It is highly recommended that all Local Minor Hockey Associations ensure Assistant Coaches have completed the same course(s) as outlined in the chart. https://www.hockeyalberta.ca/coaches/coaching-requirements/

Hockey Canada Safety Program (HCSP) - All Hockey Alberta teams must have one (1) person registered to their team that has completed the Hockey Canada Safety Program and be at all games. (Head Coach Preferred) https://www.hockeyalberta.ca/coaches/clinic-information/safety/

By submitting this application I agree to the following terms and conditions:

I agree to follow Brooks Minor Hockey Mandate, Mission Statement and Core Values, as well as the Bylaws, Regulations, and Policy as set out by the Brooks Minor Hockey Association (BMHA), Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.

I hereby authorize Brooks Minor Hockey Association to verify my credentials, qualifications and character in order to meet their coaching requirements.

I agree the information on this application can be shared with the Brooks Minor Hockey Association coach selection committee.

The Coaches Selection Committee will determine the final decision for approval of the coaching applicant.

Brooks Minor Hockey Coaching Application