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What is General Manager?

A general manager leads team building, staffing, budgeting, and strategy to ensure long-term success and smooth operations in hockey organizations at all levels.
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Nutritionist / Dietitian

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Timekeeper

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Head Coach

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Volunteers

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Coaching Staff

Definitions focused on work to improve life for people and planet.

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Offensive Coach

An offensive coach develops and executes a team's offensive strategy, focusing on scoring, puck possession, skill development, and tactical adjustments to create scoring opportunities and maintain pressure.
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Assistant Coach

The assistant coach plays a vital role in player development, tactical execution, and bench management, supporting the head and associate coaches to ensure smooth team performance and strategy implementation.
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Associate Coach

The associate coach supports the head coach with strategy, player development, and leadership, often acting as a deputy and managing key tactical areas and special teams.
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Logistics Support

Terms associated with development policy, funding, and delivery systems.

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Booster Club

Booster clubs are volunteer organizations that support hockey teams through fundraising, event planning, and community engagement, helping teams thrive on and off the ice.
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Volunteers

Volunteers donate time and skills to support hockey teams and events, handling roles from game-day tasks to fundraising, ensuring smooth operations and community involvement.
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Team Parent Coordinator

A team parent coordinator manages communications, logistics, and parent involvement to keep teams organized, informed, and united, ensuring smooth operations and a supportive team environment.
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Tournament Staff

Tournament staff organize and manage hockey tournaments, ensuring smooth scheduling, coordination, and communication among players, coaches, referees, and volunteers for successful events.
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Officials

Concepts associated with funding and investment for social impact.

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Officiating Crease

The officiating crease is a protected semi-circular area on the ice where referees manage reviews and decisions without interference, ensuring order and clarity during stoppages.
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Officials’ Authority

Officials' authority grants referees power to enforce rules, manage the game, and make final decisions, ensuring hockey is fair, controlled, and competitive.
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Referee

Referees enforce rules, assess penalties, manage game flow, and ensure fair play on the ice. Their role requires judgment, positioning, communication, and emotional intelligence to keep hockey games fair and smooth.
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Performance & Development Staff

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Post-Game Refueling

Post-game refueling is a strategic step for athletes to replenish energy, fluids, and nutrients after a game, aiding recovery and preparing the body for future performance.
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Transition

Transition in hockey is the dynamic phase when teams switch between offense and defense, requiring quick recognition, positioning, and smart decisions to capitalize on turnovers and control the game's momentum.
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Pants (Breezers)

Hockey pants, or breezers, provide essential padded protection for hips, thighs, tailbone, and spine while allowing mobility. Proper fit and adjustment ensure comfort, coverage, and safety during play.
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Rink Staff

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Zamboni Driver / Ice Technician

A Zamboni driver or ice technician maintains and resurfaces ice to ensure smooth, safe, and...

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Security Staff

Security staff maintain safety, order, and access control at the rink, managing crowds, emergencies, and...

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Announcer / DJ

Announcers and DJs provide live commentary, music, and audio cues to inform and energize the...

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Custodial / Maintenance Staff

Custodial and maintenance staff ensure rink cleanliness, safety, and upkeep through routine cleaning, quick repairs,...

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Team Operations

Themes concerning the role of public decision making and the good society.

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Statistician

A statistician records and analyzes game data to help coaches, players, and organizations make informed decisions and track performance throughout the season.
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Scheduler

A scheduler plans and coordinates team calendars, balancing games, practices, tournaments, and travel to keep the season running smoothly with clear communication and foresight.
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Registrar

A registrar manages player and team registrations, eligibility, certifications, and official records to ensure teams comply with league rules and can compete without administrative issues.
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Announcer / DJ Assistant Coach Associate Coach Athletic Trainer Booster Club Concessions Staff Custodial / Maintenance Staff Defensive Coach Equipment Manager Facility Manager / Arena Operations Fundraising Organizer General Manager Goal Judge Goalie Coach Head Coach Linesman Locker Room Attendant Medical Doctor Mental Performance Coach Merchandise / Pro Shop Staff Nutritionist / Dietitian Offensive Coach Officials’ Authority Officiating Crease Officiating Signals Physiotherapist / Physical Therapist Recovery Specialist Referee Registrar Rink Guards Scheduler Scorekeeper Security Staff Skills Coach Sleep Coach Special Teams Coach Sports Psychologist Statistician Strength & Conditioning Coach Team Manager Team Parent Coordinator Ticketing / Box Office Staff Timekeeper Tournament Staff Video Review Officials Videographer / Video Coach Volunteers Zamboni Driver / Ice Technician
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