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Interested in volunteering as a team official?
The Langley Girls Ice Hockey Association (LGIHA) continuously seeks committed and passionate individuals who can contribute their skills and love for the game to our teams. Essential roles such as Coaches, Safety People, Team Managers, and Team Moms are vital in shaping our teams' success and our players' growth. See this table for an introduction to the checks and certifications required for each role:
| Team Official | Criminal Record Check | Respect in Sport - Activity Leader | Concussion Awareness Training Tool | Hockey Canada Coaching Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manager | Once per 3 years | Once per 5 years | N/A | N/A |
| Team Safety Person | Once per lifetime | N/A | ||
| Head Coach | See LGIHA Coaches page | |||
| Assistant Coach | ||||
| On-ice Helper (practices) | N/A | |||
| Scorekeeper | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Timekeeper | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
As a member of our organization, you will be part of a vibrant community dedicated to promoting the sport of ice hockey among girls. The association's strength comes from its supportive team of officials, who work tirelessly to ensure a positive and enriching experience for all our members.
Please follow this link to apply: 2024/25 Coaching application form.
If you have any questions regarding the application, please email coachcoordinator@lgiha.com.
Essential Certifications for Team Officials
As outlined by BC Hockey, it's mandatory for all team officials, regardless of their role, to obtain valid certifications in the following areas:
Criminal Record Check (CRC)
The CRC is required every three years and is free of charge. The LGIHA access code is N55MPE7YK6. It's crucial to save a screenshot or print your confirmation upon completing your CRC, as CRCs may take several weeks to be processed and returned to LGIHA. We can only roster officials who are at least "Pending (Receipt Received)."
Once you've completed your CRC online, please provide the LGIHA Administrator with a copy of your service number. This can be sent via email to admin@lgiha.ca. Please include your full name and date of birth in the email.
Respect in Sport (RIS) - Activity Leader
The RIS certification is required every five years. This is an online course that LGIHA will reimburse once completed, and you are rostered to a team. The RIS - Activity Leader course empowers participants to recognize and prevent abuse, bullying, harassment, and discrimination (ABHD) in the sporting environment.
Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT)
This one-time certification doesn't expire and is available free online. The CATT course is designed to provide the information you need to understand how to manage concussions in the sporting context, including how to recognize, manage, and prevent concussions.
Additional Certifications for Coaches
If you would like to volunteer as a Head Coach or Assistant Coach with an LGIHA team, you must complete additional training provided by BC Hockey. Visit our Coaches page to learn more.
By joining the community of Team Officials with LGIHA, you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of our players. If you love ice hockey, enjoy working with youth, and are committed to promoting a safe, respectful, and fun sporting environment, we want to hear from you.
Join our team and help us foster the next generation of female hockey players in Langley!
Thank you for considering this critical and rewarding role within our organization.
Other Volunteers
Practices and Games require the following volunteer positions.
Hockey Canada Safety Person (Games & Practices)
Every team must have at least one person present at every ice time who is certified as a Hockey Canada Safety Person. These individuals have training to act in the case of an emergency, keeping everyone safe at the rink.
Timekeeper & Scorekeeper (Games)
As our teams progress in their season to begin playing games, volunteers from the home team are in charge of running the arena's scoreclock and filling out the digital game sheet.
Shot Attempt Counter (Games)
A volunteer in the stands who counts shot attempts for and against the home team. These results are used by the PCAHA in tiering.
On-ice Helper (optional for Practices)
A volunteer who only has time to help out with practices occasionally or who has not completed their coaching certifications.