Coaches

Are you interested in being a Coach with SWAT Hockey? If yes, please visit Coach registration for more information on how to apply.

Coaches resources

We have several helpful resources that will help get you started with game and practice planning, as well as managing your season.

SWAT Code of Conduct

SWAT is committed to ensuring and emphasizing respectful behaviour and conduct, both on and off the ice, which emulates SWATs Values. These values shall eliminate any disrespectful conduct and discriminatory practices including abuse, neglect and harassment from all elements of the game or events outside of the game.

Read the SWAT Code of Conduct

Job descriptions

Head coach

Serves as the official spokesperson on behalf of the team.
Coordinates the delegation of responsibilities to the assistant coach and manager.
Plans on and off-ice activities in consultation with the assistant coach.
Coordinates player evaluation and selection in conjunction with the association mentor.
Plans, implements and controls pre-game preparation and communication with the team.
Designs the practice plans in consultation with the assistant coach.
Coaches the team in all games and practices.
Establishes rules for the team and oversees the supervision of the players.
Submits a year-end report, which contains the following:
- evaluation of players’ performance;
- evaluation of team’s performance;
- outline of practice plans;
- outline of game strategy; and
- recommendations on how the program can be improved.
Reports to the association through the association mentor or designate.

Assistant coach

Assists with player evaluation and player selection process.
Assists with planning, organizing and conducting practices.
Assists with pre-game preparation.
Assists with the operation of the team during the games.
Assists with scouting and evaluation of opponents.
Assist with the supervision of players off and on the ice.
Assists with the formulation of the game plan.
Submits a year-end report to the head coach containing player observations.
Reports to the head coach.

Qualifications that apply to both coach and assistant coach

SWAT Hockey requires a Police Check and Vulnerable Sector Check be completed and provided every three seasons (as per Hockey Alberta recommendations).
Strong hockey background in playing, coaching, evaluating is an asset, but not required!
Strong interest and commitment to child/athlete development.
Ability to work with fellow coaching personnel.
Ability to communicate on and off-ice requirements to players and parents.
Available to meet time requirements.
Coach Certification requirements at the level indicated by Hockey Alberta, Hockey Edmonton and SWAT Hockey Association.