Coaches are leaders, teachers, and a friend of the player. The coach as a leader will depend on your ability to: 
- Create a social atmosphere that will allow and encourage your players to play their best hockey.
- Motivate and bring out the best performance that your team members are capable of exhibiting.
The primary function of coaching is to teach all players all aspects of the sport of hockey including fun, skill, and knowledge. As stated in the USA Hockey Coaches Code of Conduct:
Winning is a consideration, but not the only one, nor the most important one.
Care more about the child than winning the game.”
Visit the WHOA website for information about clinics for officials.
Anyone interested in any coaching position needs to register for the coaching clinic in Steven’s Point on October 2, 2011. It will be held at: Ramada Inn in Stevens Point. Visit the USA Hockey website for registration details.
