NJPE Policies

NIAGARA JR. PURPLE EAGLES

2026 POLICY MANUAL

Approved 9-10-2026

QUICK CONTENTS

1. PURPOSE AND AUTHORITY

2. ORGANIZATIONAL PURPOSE AND NONPROFIT COMMITMENT

3. REGISTRATION, FEES, AND REFUNDS

4. ROSTERS, TRYOUTS, AND PLAYER MOVEMENT

5. COACHING, ROSTERING, AND COMPLIANCE

6. ZERO TOLERANCE AND CONDUCT

7. COMMUNICATION POLICY

8. NJPE DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES

9. BOARD LIMITATIONS

10. TOURNAMENTS AND COMPETITION

11. EQUIPMENT, JERSEYS, AND BRANDING

12. TEAM FUNDRAISING, SPONSORSHIP, AND FINANCIAL CONTROLS

13. HEAD COACH DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

14. TEAM MANAGER DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

15. BOARD POSITION DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

ARTICLE 1

PURPOSE AND AUTHORITY

1.1 Purpose

This Manual establishes NJPE’s operating policies and procedures to promote consistency, transparency, accountability, and alignment with its nonprofit mission. Where conflicts exist, higher governing authority controls.

These policies:

Are binding on all members, players, parents, coaches, and board members

Are inferior to and supplement NJPE bylaws (2026)

Must comply with:

USA Hockey rules and SafeSport requirements

NYSAHA and West Section rules

WNYAHL league rules

1.2 Authority and Interpretation

The NJPE Board adopts this Manual under the Bylaws and retains authority to interpret, enforce, and amend it, subject to NJPE’s nonprofit mission and governing requirements.

1.3 Governing Hierarchy

NJPE policies and decisions must comply with all governing authorities.

In the event of any conflict between policies and rules, the following hierarchy shall apply:

·  USA Hockey

NYSAHA

·  West Section

·  League Rules (e.g., WNYAHL)

·  NJPE Bylaws

·  NJPE Policy Manual

·  Program Handbooks

ARTICLE 2

ORGANIZATIONAL PURPOSE AND NONPROFIT COMMITMENT

2.1 Mission Alignment

NJPE develops youth hockey players through quality coaching, structured programming, sportsmanship, affordability, and a strong community environment.

Develop Players Holistically

Foster the development of skating and hockey skills while promoting sportsmanship, teamwork, discipline, and a healthy balance of competition and enjoyment.

Deliver High-Quality Hockey Programming

Provide a structured youth hockey program that includes instructional, house, and travel opportunities aligned with USA Hockey, NYSAHA, and league standards.

Ensure Strong Coaching and Leadership

Recruit, develop, and support qualified coaches and administrators who model integrity, accountability, and effective player development.

Promote Community and Culture

Build a positive, family-oriented environment that encourages camaraderie among players, coaches, and families.

Operate as a Community-Based Nonprofit

Maintain an accessible and affordable hockey program through responsible governance, volunteer engagement, and sound financial stewardship.

Strengthen Local Partnerships

Support and maintain relationships with organizations, including Niagara University, that enhance player development and community engagement.

2.2 Nonprofit Standard

NJPE shall not operate for private financial gain. Decisions must prioritize:

·  Player development

·  Organizational sustainability

·  Community benefit

2.3 Prohibition on Profit-Driven Decisions

NJPE shall not prioritize revenue generation over player access or development.

2.4 Core Values

1. Player Development First

NJPE prioritizes long-term player development over short-term results. Decisions regarding coaching, ice time philosophy, and program structure shall prioritize long-term player development over short-term winning on all teams that are not NYS tournament-bound. At the same time, coaches are afforded the discretion to make competitive decisions consistent with the realities of travel hockey, including lineup management, situational ice time, and performance-based opportunities.

We emphasize:

·      skating and skill progression

·      hockey IQ and fundamentals

·      age-appropriate training

2. Sportsmanship and Respect

All participants are expected to demonstrate respect for teammates, opponents, coaches, officials, and the game. Unsportsmanlike behavior, abuse of officials, or disruptive conduct will not be tolerated and may result in disciplinary action.

3. Teamwork and Accountability

NJPE promotes a culture where players, families, coaches, and board members contribute to the success of the organization.

4. Community and Volunteerism

NJPE is a community-based nonprofit that relies on volunteer involvement to operate effectively and remain affordable.

5. Integrity and Transparency

NJPE is committed to honest communication, ethical decision-making, and responsible governance. Board decisions, financial practices, and organizational policies shall be applied consistently and transparently.

6. Accessibility and Affordability

NJPE strives to provide access to youth hockey for families of varying financial means.

7. Accountability to the Game and Governing Bodies

NJPE operates within the rules and standards established by USA Hockey, NYSAHA, and affiliated leagues. All programs, policies, and decisions comply with governing authority requirements.

ARTICLE 3

REGISTRATION, FEES, AND REFUNDS

3.1 Affordability

As a non-profit organization, NJPE aims to be affordable compared to other programs in the region through board oversight of team budgets. Costs include:

·      Ice fees

·      League fees

·      USA Hockey registration

·      Administrative costs

·      Program costs

·      Tournaments and Events

3.2 Registration Fees

All participants of the Niagara Junior Purple Eagles program must register through the NJPE website and pay registration fees.

3.3 Tryout Fees

The tryout fee of $20 per travel player is non-refundable

Tryout fees may not be credited toward season fees

3.4 Deposit

$400 Deposit due on tryout night

Deposits are non-refundable

Deposits are credited toward season fees

3.5 Non-Sufficient Fund Fee

A $60 non-sufficient fund fee will be charged to returned checks for NSF

3.6 Refund Policy

Refunds are limited and governed strictly through Board approval:

Scenario

Refund

Voluntary withdrawal

No refund

Injury (season-ending, physician verified)

Prorated

Team cut / not placed

Full refund minus tryout fee

Organizational cancellation

Prorated

3.7 Jersey & Apparel Costs

Travel jerseys are non-refundable once ordered

Custom equipment orders are final

ARTICLE 4

ROSTERS, TRYOUTS, AND PLAYER MOVEMENT

4.1 Tryouts

Dates will be published to NJPE calendar as soon as announced by NYSAHA

Must be conducted transparently

No roster commitments prior to tryout process

Registration data must not be shared with coaches until the day of the tryout (NYSAHA rule)

Where conflicts exist, the Board may assign independent evaluators of their choice

4.2 Team Rosters

All teams must be USA Hockey rostered

Players shall compete within their USA Hockey age classification

USA Hockey allows a maximum of 20 players (18 skaters and 2 goalies) on a team including alternates. Coaches are given the freedom to narrow that number as they see fit. NJPE encourages development and thus encourages coaches of younger age groups to develop as many players as can be practically managed by the coach each season

Players may only roster within one association (with limited exceptions)

4.3 Alternates

Alternates are non-full-time players eligible to be called up (never down)

Cannot exceed roster limits

Must follow USA Hockey eligibility rules

Can only play total of  9 games (league, scrimmage, tournament etc.), on 10th game alternate is no longer eligible to play on lower/original team

Alternates must play in 5 league games to be eligible for league playoffs

Head coach of a player’s primary team has the authority to restrict alternate status of rostered players and must document signed permission to allow a player alternate status for a specific team over a single season. Alternate team coach must solicit verbal approval of the primary coach before each game the player is allowed to be called up. The travel director may supersede coach authority on this with board approval.

4.4 House Player Substitutions

Allowed only:

To fill roster gaps

With board or director approval

Must comply with league parity rules

4.5 Select Teams

Must be board-approved

Cannot interfere with primary roster commitments

Must follow USA Hockey sanctioning rules

4.6 Playing Up

Head coaches do not have the authority to allow playing up without preapproval of the board. Exceptions to play up may only be granted by the Board under extraordinary circumstances, including but not limited to roster necessity, and must comply with USA Hockey, NYSAHA, and league rules.

Playing up for competitive advantage or parental preference is prohibited. Exceptional player status shall not be granted based solely on skill level or competitive advantage. However, the player must be in the top 1/3 of the older team as decided by the Board. Any request to play above age classification must be submitted by the head coach, not the parent. Must demonstrate a clear developmental necessity, pass safety review, and receive formal Board approval. Such exceptions shall be rare and shall not be used to influence team competitiveness or roster construction. Players must be pre-approved to tryout for the older team.

4.7 Dual Rostering

NJPE does not permit dual rostering across age classifications within the organization except under extraordinary circumstances approved by the Board. Any such exception must be based on documented developmental need, independent evaluation, and may not be used to influence roster competitiveness. Girls dual rostering is permissible. Coaches may not participate in decisions involving their own child.

4.8 Inter-team Practice Participation

Players may participate in practices with other NJPE teams outside of their primary roster only with the prior approval of the host team’s Head Coach and must be approved by the player's current coach. Such participation is limited to practices only and does not confer eligibility for games, tournaments, or rostered competition. Players must remain fully committed to their primary team, and participation may not interfere with primary team obligations or displace rostered players on the host team. Approval is at the sole discretion of the host Head Coach and may be revoked at any time. NJPE Board reserves the right to restrict or prohibit such participation for any reason, especially if it is determined to impact team operations, create competitive imbalance, circumvent roster rules, or present a conflict of interest. Participation does not imply future team placement or advancement.

ARTICLE 5

COACHING, ROSTERING, AND COMPLIANCE

5.1 Coaching Requirements

We follow USA Hockey coaching requirements: https://www.usahockey.com/coachingcertification

All coaches must:

Be USA Hockey registered and certified

Complete SafeSport training

Pass background screening

Complete CEP certification

Coaches are responsible for player development, team culture, and communication

Coaches must comply with all NJPE policies and SafeSport requirements

5.2 Locker Room Monitors

Required for every team

Must be rostered, screened, SafeSport compliant

Players cannot be in the locker room unattended

If there is a female player playing on a co-ed team there must also be a female Monitor

5.3 Non-Parent Coach Reimbursement

Must be pre-approved by Board Treasurer

Must be accounted for in the team budget

Limited to:

Travel expenses

Lodging (reasonable rate)

No compensation without board approval (nonprofit compliance)

5.4 Ice and Facility Use

Ice time is controlled centrally and allocated based on program needs.

All participants must follow facility rules.

ARTICLE 6

ZERO TOLERANCE AND CONDUCT

6.1 Zero Tolerance Policy

NJPE adopts USA Hockey Zero Tolerance standards:

USA Hockey’s Zero Tolerance Policy enforces strict sportsmanship standards, prohibiting abusive, offensive, or unsportsmanlike behavior by players, coaches, officials, and spectators.

The Zero Tolerance Policy is designed to create a safe, fair, and educational environment for all participants in USA Hockey-sanctioned games. It applies to players, coaches, officials, team officials, administrators, and parents/spectators before, during, and after games, emphasizing respect for the game, opponents, and officials.

The policy identifies specific actions that are not tolerated:

·      Disputing or arguing with officials openly or persistently.

·      Using obscene, vulgar, offensive, hateful, or discriminatory language at any time, including swearing or profane remarks directed at anyone.

·      Visibly demonstrating dissatisfaction with officials’ decisions, such as standing on the boards or in the bench doorway to incite others.

·      Physical misconduct after the whistle, including body contact or stick use, throwing equipment, or interfering with officials.

·      Continuing fights or altercations after being ordered to stop.

·      Taunting or inciting opponents or creating disturbances during the game.

Enforcement and Penalties

The policy establishes a tiered system of penalties:

·      Minor Penalty: Assessed for initial unsportsmanlike conduct.

·      Misconduct Penalty: Applied if the behavior persists.

·      Game Misconduct: Issued for continued violations after a misconduct penalty.

·      Match Penalty: For offensive, hateful, or discriminatory language, resulting in immediate ejection and further disciplinary review.

By adhering to these standards, USA Hockey seeks to eliminate confrontations, promote sportsmanship, and maintain the integrity of the game.

This policy applies to:

·  Parents

·  Players

·  Coaches

·  Spectators

6.2 Code of Conduct Agreement

All participants must sign:

Player Code of Conduct

Parent Code of Conduct

Coach Code of Conduct

6.3 Social Media Policy

No disparaging NJPE, teammates, or competitors

No unauthorized use of NJPE branding

Violations subject to discipline

6.4 Liability Waiver

All participants must execute:

NJPE Liability Waiver

USA Hockey waiver

6.5 Photo & Media Consent

NJPE may use images for promotional purposes

Opt-out must be submitted in writing

ARTICLE 7

COMMUNICATION POLICY

The purpose of this policy is to establish clear, consistent communication pathways that:

promote transparency, reduce conflict, prevent escalation, and protect volunteers and staff from improper pressure.

7.1 CORE COMMUNICATION PRINCIPLE

NJPE follows a strict chain-of-communication model:

Address issues at the lowest appropriate level before escalating.

7.2 COMMUNICATION PATHWAY

7.2.1 Standard Escalation Flow

Step

 Contact

1

 Head Coach

2

 Program Director (Travel or House)

3

 Organization Leadership (VP/President)

4

 Board of Directors (if necessary)

7.2.2 Required Waiting Period

Wait 24 hours after a game or practice before raising concerns about performance or coaching decisions.

7.3 APPROPRIATE VS. INAPPROPRIATE TOPICS

7.3.1 Appropriate for Discussion

·      Player development questions

·      Scheduling concerns

·      Team logistics

·      General program feedback

7.4 PROHIBITED COMMUNICATION PRACTICES

Participants shall not:

·      Bypass the communication chain

·      Contact board members directly about team-level issues

·      Engage in group complaints or coordinated pressure

·      Use social media to criticize coaches, players, or the organization

·      Attempt to influence roster decisions outside the tryout process

7.5 BOARD MEMBER COMMUNICATION RULE

7.5.1 Non-Interference

Board members shall not engage in direct discussions with parents regarding:

·      Team-level issues

·      Coaching decisions

·      Player concerns

7.5.2 Redirection Requirement

Board members must redirect all such inquiries to the proper channel.

Failure to do so undermines governance and may result in internal review.

7.6 COACH COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

Coaches are expected to:

·      Communicate clearly and consistently

·      Respond to reasonable inquiries in a timely manner

·      Maintain professionalism at all times

·      Coaches are not required to engage in debates over subjective decisions

7.7 DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Directors shall:

·      Support coaches

·      Address escalated concerns

·      Ensure consistency across teams

·      Intervene when communication breakdown occurs

7.8 FORMAL COMPLAINT ESCALATION

If an issue cannot be resolved through normal communication channels it may be submitted under the Discipline Procedures and must follow formal reporting guidelines.

7.9 ENFORCEMENT

Violations of this policy may result in:

·      Warning

·      Restricted communication access

·      Disciplinary action under NJPE policies

7.10 CULTURE STANDARD

NJPE expects all participants to communicate respectfully, assume positive intent, and address concerns constructively.

The organization will not tolerate gossip, triangulation, or undermining behavior. Disciplinary action may result from violations of the culture standard. This includes player release from the organization, including for violations by a parent or guardian.

7.11 COMMUNICATION POLICY ENFORCEMENT GUIDELINES

7.11.1 Consistency Rule

Similar violations must result in similar consequences across all teams and participants.

No exceptions for top players, long-time families, or board members’ children.

7.11.2 Escalation Path

Step 1: Coach handles team-level issues

Step 2: Director involvement for repeated issues

Step 3: Discipline Committee review

Step 4: Board action (if necessary)

7.11.3 Documentation Requirement

For anything beyond a verbal warning, the issue must be documented, communication should be clear and direct, and records should be maintained by the organization. Matters requiring more than a verbal warning must be documented.

7.11.4 Immediate Action Clause

NJPE may skip progressive discipline for safety issues, harassment or abuse, major policy violations, or governing body violations.

7.11.5 Parent Conduct Clause

Parents are held to the same standards as players and coaches. A parent violation may result in removal from rink or events,

suspension of attendance, fine, impact on player participation (if necessary), or release from the organization.

ARTICLE 8

NJPE DISCIPLINE PROCEDURES

The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that all disciplinary matters are handled fairly, consistently, promptly, and in alignment with NJPE policies and governing authority rules. This procedure applies to all Participants: players, parents/guardians, coaches, volunteers, and board members.

8.1 GOVERNING AUTHORITY REPORTING

NJPE shall report matters to governing authorities when required, including SafeSport violations, abuse or misconduct, and eligibility violations.

8.2 REPORTING A COMPLAINT

8.2.1 How Complaints Are Submitted

Complaints must be submitted in writing (email acceptable) to the appropriate authority (see Section 8.3). Anonymous complaints may be considered but are not guaranteed an investigation.

8.2.2 Required Information

Complaints should include names of individuals involved, date/time of incident, description of behavior and any supporting evidence (if available).

8.3 INITIAL REVIEW AND JURISDICTION

8.3.1 Authority Assignment

Type of Issue

Initial Authority

Minor team issue

Head Coach

Repeated team issue

Program Director

Serious conduct issue

Discipline Committee

Governance / legal issue

Board of Directors

8.3.2 Jurisdiction Override

The President or Board may reassign a matter if:

·      A conflict of interest exists

·      Severity warrants escalation

·      Prior handling was insufficient

8.4 INVESTIGATION PROCESS

8.4.1 Timeline

Initial review should begin within 72 hours of receiving a complaint.

8.4.2 Investigation Steps

The assigned authority may interview involved parties, gather written statements, review video or other evidence, or consult governing authority rules.

8.4.3 Neutrality Requirement

Investigations must be conducted without bias, without predetermined outcomes, and with respect for all parties.

8.5 INTERIM ACTIONS

NJPE Board may take immediate action prior to final determination when necessary, including temporary suspension, restriction from activities, or removal from a specific event. This is especially important regarding safety concerns, harassment or abuse allegations, and severe misconduct.

8.6 FINDINGS AND DECISION

8.6.1 Determination

After review, the authority shall determine whether a policy violation occurred and the severity of the violation.

8.6.2 Disciplinary Actions

Actions may include a verbal warning, written warning, suspension (practice, games, or events), or removal from team or program.

8.6.3 Consistency Requirement

Similar violations must result in similar consequences.

8.7 COMMUNICATION OF DECISION

8.7.1 Notification

The decision shall be communicated in writing (email acceptable) to the involved parties.

8.7.2 Content

The communication should include a summary of findings, policy violated, disciplinary action, and expectations moving forward.

8.8 APPEALS PROCESS

8.8.1 Right to Appeal

Participants may appeal disciplinary decisions except:

·      Coach lineup decisions

·      Ice time decisions

·      Subjective performance evaluations

8.8.2 Grounds for Appeal

Appeals are limited to procedural error, new evidence, and conflict of interest.

8.8.3 Appeal Authority

Appeals shall be reviewed by:

Discipline Committee (if not previously involved), or Board of Directors (final authority).

8.8.4 Final Decision

Appeal decisions are final.

8.9 GOVERNING STANDARDS AND GROUNDS FOR DISCIPLINE

NJPE discipline may be imposed for violations of: USA Hockey rules, NJPE policy, SafeSport requirements, NYSAHA and West Section rules, WNYAHL league rules, Niagara University, local, state, or federal law, and where conduct is found to be detrimental to the organization. The Board retains final authority over NJPE disciplinary matters. The Discipline Committee is responsible for rule enforcement, due process, and hearing procedures consistent with applicable standards. SafeSport matters shall be handled exclusively under USA Hockey SafeSport Policy and are not subject to local Discipline Committee hearings.

8.10 DOCUMENTATION

8.10.1 Record Keeping

NJPE shall maintain records of complaints, investigations, decisions, and disciplinary actions.

8.10.2 Confidentiality

Information shall be kept confidential to the extent practical, consistent with organizational needs, legal requirements, and governing authority obligations

8.11 NON-RETALIATION

NJPE prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports a concern, or participates in an investigation. Violations may result in disciplinary action.

ARTICLE 9

BOARD LIMITATIONS

9.1 Governance Authority

The Board is responsible for policy adoption and enforcement, financial oversight, strategic direction, and appointment of program leadership.

9.2 Operational Boundaries

The Board shall not select or remove players from teams without reason, dictate coaching strategy, ice time, or lineups, or manage team-level operations without cause.

9.3 Escalation Standard

The Board may intervene in program matters only when policy violations occur, safety concerns exist, financial misconduct is suspected, governing authority rules are violated, or when the Board sees fit.

ARTICLE 10

TOURNAMENTS AND COMPETITION

11.1 Tournament Participation

Must be USA Hockey or Hockey Canada sanctioned

Out-of-district requires approval

Must attend NJPE tournaments

11.2 Tournament-Bound Teams

Must declare by deadlines (dictated by West Section)

ARTICLE 11

EQUIPMENT, JERSEYS, AND BRANDING

12.1 Use of NJPE Logo

STRICTLY PROHIBITED without Board approval:

·      Team apparel

·      Jerseys

·      Fundraisers

·      Sponsorships

·      External businesses

·      Independent leagues

·      Competitor affiliations

Violation = fines and disciplinary action

12.2 Jerseys and Apparel

·      NJPE owns all official team branding

·      Unauthorized logos prohibited

·      All Jersey and Apparel orders must be Board approved, without exception

·      Failure to have apparel orders approved by Board will result in a team fine of $1,000 and possible further disciplinary action

11.3 Equipment Standards

·      Must meet USA Hockey safety requirements

·      All on-ice NJPE participants including coaches and helpers, and any youth in bench area, shall be required to wear age appropriate HECC helmets with proper fastened chinstraps.

·      All NJPE players must wear:

·      Neck guard

·      Mouth guard – 11 and up

·      Equipment issued by NJPE must be returned

ARTICLE 12

TEAM FUNDRAISING, SPONSORSHIP, AND FINANCIAL CONTROLS

12.1 Transparency

Team financial information shall be readily available to the Board at all times immediately upon request. Failure to do so may result in strict disciplinary action.

12.2 Financial Control

All funds including fundraiser and sponsorship proceeds belong to NJPE, not to individual teams, players, coaches, or parents. Team managers are responsible for managing team finances. This includes monitoring the team account provided by NJPE, all fundraising, documentation, reconciliation and reporting. Head coaches must approve team budget and have authority over expenditures. The Board has ultimate authority over team budgets. The team manager and head coach are required to create a projected budget before the beginning of the season including all income and expenses and submit to the Board for approval. Budget must be kept updated throughout the season and actual budgets must be submitted at the end of the season before tryouts. All team accounts must be brought to $20 after the treasurer and controller close out and approve each season. Extra funds must be refunded equally to team families if funds remain. Funds must be documented, reported, and used for approved purposes only.

12.3 Financial Oversight

·      Board: ultimate approval authority

o  Treasurer: oversight and accountability

§ Controller: bookkeeping and reporting

·      Head Coach: team budget approval authority

o  House/Travel Coordinator: team budget oversight and accountability

§ Team Manager: team bookkeeping and reporting

12.4 Fundraising and Sponsorships

·      All fundraising and sponsorships must be approved by Board, without exception

·      Must align with NJPE interests

·      Cannot promote competing organizations

·      Rostered coaches are not required to fundraise

12.5 Tax ID Use

·      NJPE EIN may NOT be used without approval

·      Unauthorized use = removal

ARTICLE 13

HEAD COACH DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

(INSERT) (REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME ONE) - Committee to discuss

ARTICLE 14

TEAM MANAGER DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

(INSERT) (REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME ONE) - Committee to discuss

ARTICLE 15

BOARD POSITION DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS

10.1 Board Membership Requirements

• Must be in good standing
• Individuals eligible to become Board members with at least one child that plays hockey must have one child playing hockey within the NJPE organization
• NJPE board members may not hold office for another youth hockey organization and must resign immediately
• Must sign conflict of interest disclosure
• Active member of USA Hockey
• Completion of Background Check
• SafeSport trained

10.2 Conflict of Interest

• Any affiliation with competing organization must be disclosed
• Board may:
• Restrict role
• Require recusal
• Remove individual

10.3 Board Meetings

• All Board meetings are open meetings (except executive session) and may be attended by anyone in the NJPE community

10.4 Board Roles

·      Officers

o  President

§ Function as CEO of a non-profit organization

§ Preside over all meetings of the Board

§ Set the time and place of meetings and notify all Directors of such meetings

§ Prepare the agenda with the Secretary for meetings

§ Act as the liaison to outside organizations

§ Be empowered to co-sign, with the Controller, checks and other financial obligations of the program

o  Vice President

§ Perform all duties and exercise all powers of President when the President is absent or otherwise unable to act

§ Perform all other duties as designated by the President.

o  Secretary

§ Keep the minutes of all Board of Directors meetings

§ Perform the duties of the President in the absence of the President and Vice President

o  Treasurer

§ Maintain records of all funds received and payments made

§ Maintain ice times and bills relevant to those ice times

§ Transfer funds from team accounts to pay bills

·      Directors

o  House Director

§ Over-see the overall House Program

§ Main focus will be on MOHL

§ Set up the prices for the upcoming season

o  Travel Director

§ Over-see the Travel Program

§ Be the contact person for travel teams

§ Coordinate tryouts

o  SafeSport Coordinator

o  Coaching Director (ACE Coordinator)

§ Run in-house clinics

§ Be a resource for all coaches

§ Join and run team practices

o  Communications Director

§ Help boost the social media presence of an organization.

§ They create and execute digital marketing strategies to inform, advertise, and attract public interest.

§ Handle the organization's social media accounts, where they monitor comments and interact with the social media community.

o  Equipment Director

§ Organize and inventory all equipment

§ Suggest the purchase of any needed equipment

o  Tournament Director

§ Assist the tournament

§ Be a liaison for the organization with the tournament

o  At-Large Directors

·      Advisors (Non-Voting)

o  Controller (Non-Voting)

§ Make payment for all expenses authorized by the Board

§ Submit a financial report at regular Board Meetings

§ Ben empowered to sign checks provided that all checks be countersigned by the President

§ Prepare the annual budget for the May Meetings

§ Sees to the performance of an independent audit on an annual basis

§ Perform all other duties as designated by the President

o  Registrar (Non-Voting)

§ Overseeing the club’s registration process.

§ Verify that all players and coaches are registered with USA Hockey, and that all coaches are vetted properly

§ Produce team rosters to USA Hockey

o  Legal Advisor (Non-Voting)

·      Coordinators (Non-Voting, unless also filling at large position)

o  House Coordinator

§ Assists the House Director

o  Mites Program Coordinator

§ Runs the 8u group

§ Suggests lead coaches

§ Works with coaches to help them learn

o  Travel Coordinator

o  Raptors Program Coordinator

§ Focus is on the 7u and 8u travel teams with AAU.

§ Reports to the Travel Director

o  Girls Program coordinator

§ Focus is on building a girls hockey program

BOARD APPROVAL

Adopted by the Niagara Junior Purple Eagles Board of Directors on: 9-10-2026

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