The Sport Parent's Commitment
I do not force my child to participate in sports. They do so voluntarily, for their own enjoyment.
I do not live vicariously through my child in sports.
I do not have unrealistic expectations of my child in sports.
I teach my child that winning isn’t everything and to take each victory with humility and grace
I teach my child to accept loses with good sportsmanship and as an opportunity to improve
I always find something to praise in my child’s performance.
I let my child set his/her own standards of excellence.
I provide love and support for my child regardless of sport performance and motivation.
I support the coach’s decisions and employ the 24-hour rule when discussing any concerns with the coach.
I openly support and respect the decisions of officials and set an example for my child and other parents in doing so.
I will speak out and intervene in instances of unacceptable behaviour. I will not be a bullying bystander!
I cheer for the team and my child in only positive ways from the stands.
I provide positive support and encouragement to my child’s teammates.
I never smoke or drink alcohol around my child’s sporting events.
I do not live vicariously through my child in sports.
I do not have unrealistic expectations of my child in sports.
I teach my child that winning isn’t everything and to take each victory with humility and grace
I teach my child to accept loses with good sportsmanship and as an opportunity to improve
I always find something to praise in my child’s performance.
I let my child set his/her own standards of excellence.
I provide love and support for my child regardless of sport performance and motivation.
I support the coach’s decisions and employ the 24-hour rule when discussing any concerns with the coach.
I openly support and respect the decisions of officials and set an example for my child and other parents in doing so.
I will speak out and intervene in instances of unacceptable behaviour. I will not be a bullying bystander!
I cheer for the team and my child in only positive ways from the stands.
I provide positive support and encouragement to my child’s teammates.
I never smoke or drink alcohol around my child’s sporting events.
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Redwater Minor Hockey Association, in Partnership with Hockey Alberta,
Launches the Respect in Sport Parent Program
For Immediate Release
Redwater, Alta. – Redwater Minor Hockey Association, in partnership with Hockey Alberta, has launched the Respect in Sport Online Parent Program.
The Respect in Sport Parent Program is an effective and informative online training program for parents of active children. This 1 hour online certification program reinforces a parents role in a child or youth's activities, encouraging positive sport behaviours, and providing insight into the various roles other individuals (such as coaches and officials) play. This program empowers parents to ensure the safety of their children, encourage positive and effective communication, and to enhance a child's fun and camaraderie of the activity.
“The program is an effective tool for parents to improve their own experience and the experience of their children in the game. It also is an efficient method for us to continue to communicate the importance of providing a safe and fun sporting environment to all our members. We look forward to offering this innovative service to hockey parents in Alberta.” said Hockey Alberta General Manager, Rob Litwinski.
“To this point, there hasn’t been a program designed specifically for parents, especially one that is easily delivered over the internet and can drive accountability on behalf of the sport organization,” said Respect Group Inc. Co-Founder, Wayne McNeil. “The responsibility for becoming educated now lies with each parent, not the coach, organization or a poster or brochure.”
The number one reason cited for coaches, managers and officials of all ages leaving a sport is unacceptable parent behaviour. The Respect in Sport Parent Program helps assert proper parent behaviours to create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for all parties involved.
“As sport administrators, when it comes to dealing with conflict, we spend 90% of our time on 10% of the people,” said Hockey Alberta President, Annie Orton. “We feel the implementation of the Respect in Sport Parent Program is a proactive approach to educate parents on how to react to different situations and teach them how to make the hockey rink a more enjoyable place.”
The program cost is $12.00 per family and is available through the Hockey Alberta website.
For more information please visit www.hockeyalberta.ca :
Mike Dennis
Coordinator, Communications
Hockey Alberta
Phone: (403)342-6777 Ex. 125
Cell: (403)872-9095
mdennis@hockeyalberta.ca
Brad Robbins
Senior Manager, Operations
Hockey Alberta
Phone: (403) 342-6777
brobbins@hockeyalberta.ca
Redwater Minor Hockey Association, in Partnership with Hockey Alberta,
Launches the Respect in Sport Parent Program
For Immediate Release
Redwater, Alta. – Redwater Minor Hockey Association, in partnership with Hockey Alberta, has launched the Respect in Sport Online Parent Program.
The Respect in Sport Parent Program is an effective and informative online training program for parents of active children. This 1 hour online certification program reinforces a parents role in a child or youth's activities, encouraging positive sport behaviours, and providing insight into the various roles other individuals (such as coaches and officials) play. This program empowers parents to ensure the safety of their children, encourage positive and effective communication, and to enhance a child's fun and camaraderie of the activity.
“The program is an effective tool for parents to improve their own experience and the experience of their children in the game. It also is an efficient method for us to continue to communicate the importance of providing a safe and fun sporting environment to all our members. We look forward to offering this innovative service to hockey parents in Alberta.” said Hockey Alberta General Manager, Rob Litwinski.
“To this point, there hasn’t been a program designed specifically for parents, especially one that is easily delivered over the internet and can drive accountability on behalf of the sport organization,” said Respect Group Inc. Co-Founder, Wayne McNeil. “The responsibility for becoming educated now lies with each parent, not the coach, organization or a poster or brochure.”
The number one reason cited for coaches, managers and officials of all ages leaving a sport is unacceptable parent behaviour. The Respect in Sport Parent Program helps assert proper parent behaviours to create a more rewarding, safe and respectful environment for all parties involved.
“As sport administrators, when it comes to dealing with conflict, we spend 90% of our time on 10% of the people,” said Hockey Alberta President, Annie Orton. “We feel the implementation of the Respect in Sport Parent Program is a proactive approach to educate parents on how to react to different situations and teach them how to make the hockey rink a more enjoyable place.”
The program cost is $12.00 per family and is available through the Hockey Alberta website.
For more information please visit www.hockeyalberta.ca :
Mike Dennis
Coordinator, Communications
Hockey Alberta
Phone: (403)342-6777 Ex. 125
Cell: (403)872-9095
mdennis@hockeyalberta.ca
Brad Robbins
Senior Manager, Operations
Hockey Alberta
Phone: (403) 342-6777
brobbins@hockeyalberta.ca
FAQ - About the Respect in Sport Parent Program
What is the Respect in Sport Parent Program?
Respect in Sport for Parents provides information on a parents natural influence over their child, and the role they play in their child's enjoyment of a sport or activity. The program also provides parents with tools to evaluate their own behaviour.
What is the cost to take the Respect in Sport Parent Program? The cost is $12.00 plus GST per family.
Why is this being implemented? Respect in Sport helps Hockey Alberta promote the "Right Way" concept through this simple and convenient on-line tool. The Respect in Sport Parent Program is being implemented to provide an enhanced sport environment for our children.
How is Respect in Sport implemented? The Respect in Sport Parent Program is presented as an online curriculum and includes audio/visual presentations.
What equipment is required to complete the program? All that is required to complete the Respect in Sport curriculum is a computer, an Internet connection, and speakers or a headset. Optional equipment includes a printer to print out your certificate of completion.
What if I don’t have a high-speed connection? The course is designed to be accessible from any computer using dial-up or high-speed internet. Once registered, the user experience is the same at any speed.
What if I don’t know anything about computers? ? Through extensive research and development, the program was designed, first and foremost, to be user friendly. There is also an on-line “Help” feature and a 1-800 support line available.
Is there a paper version of the program? No, by design. Hockey Alberta is continuously looking for tools that will help us create stronger organizations at minimal cost. Respect in Sport’s online courseware eliminates the need for our organization to absorb printing, mailing and administration costs. Respect in Sport also gives you ongoing access to the course once you’ve completed it, as an online resource.
How long is the course? It’s a total of 1 hour.
Do I have to do it all at once? No. You can do it at your leisure, come and go as required. The program remembers where you left off and brings you back to that point when you next sign-in. You can even do it from different computers.
Do I have to take the course every year? No. Once you’ve completed the course you’re done.
What is the cost to take the Respect in Sport Parent Program? The cost is $12.00 plus GST per family.
Why is this being implemented? Respect in Sport helps Hockey Alberta promote the "Right Way" concept through this simple and convenient on-line tool. The Respect in Sport Parent Program is being implemented to provide an enhanced sport environment for our children.
How is Respect in Sport implemented? The Respect in Sport Parent Program is presented as an online curriculum and includes audio/visual presentations.
What equipment is required to complete the program? All that is required to complete the Respect in Sport curriculum is a computer, an Internet connection, and speakers or a headset. Optional equipment includes a printer to print out your certificate of completion.
What if I don’t have a high-speed connection? The course is designed to be accessible from any computer using dial-up or high-speed internet. Once registered, the user experience is the same at any speed.
What if I don’t know anything about computers? ? Through extensive research and development, the program was designed, first and foremost, to be user friendly. There is also an on-line “Help” feature and a 1-800 support line available.
Is there a paper version of the program? No, by design. Hockey Alberta is continuously looking for tools that will help us create stronger organizations at minimal cost. Respect in Sport’s online courseware eliminates the need for our organization to absorb printing, mailing and administration costs. Respect in Sport also gives you ongoing access to the course once you’ve completed it, as an online resource.
How long is the course? It’s a total of 1 hour.
Do I have to do it all at once? No. You can do it at your leisure, come and go as required. The program remembers where you left off and brings you back to that point when you next sign-in. You can even do it from different computers.
Do I have to take the course every year? No. Once you’ve completed the course you’re done.
