Application Overview

To be considered for a coaching staff position (Head Coach or Assistant Coach) or a Team Manager role, all volunteers must complete this registration application.

The Springbank Minor Hockey Association (SMHA) committee has established specific guidelines and practices to ensure a fair, complete, and transparent evaluation and selection process.

Mandatory Requirements

The Vice Presidents & President will only review applications from candidates who meet all of the following:

• Completed Application: Submission of this registration form.

• Certifications: All required coaching certifications must be up to date. Visit the Coaching Requirements tab for more information

• Police Check: A current, valid police check must be submitted. Visit the Background Check info tab for more information

Strict Compliance Policy: Failure to meet any requirements or submit documentation (including the police check) by the designated deadline will result in immediate removal from your position without exception.

Staff Selection Process

As part of our commitment to quality instruction and leadership, previous coach/manager reviews and season evaluations are taken into consideration during the selection process for all positions. 

Important:

All volunteers—including Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches, and Managers—must be officially approved by the VP overseeing the specific age group before they are rostered.

The Head Coach must submit their request list of Assistant Coaches and Manager(s) for approval before officially appointing any individual to a position.

• Head Coach Selection: Selection is conducted by the Lead Age Group Coordinator, with support from the Age Group Board Liaison and then approval from the VP overseeing that specific age group.

• Assistant Coach Selection: Selection is primarily handled by the Head Coach using the vetted and approved applicant list. This list is then given to the  Lead Age Group Coordinator who gain approval from the VP overseeing that specific age group. 

• Manager Selection: Selection is primarily handled by the Head Coach, often with support from the Age Group Communications Coordinator and SMHA Operations. Managers must be approved by the VP overseeing that specific age group. 

To maintain safety and certification standards, no volunteer may be appointed unless they appear on the approved applicant list.

• New Volunteers: If a volunteer “puts their hand up” but is not on the vetted list, they MUST immediately go through the formal application process.

• No Exceptions: Approval will only be granted once the application is processed and the volunteer is cleared by SMHA Operations.

Support

Have questions regarding your application or the requirements?

Email: operations@springbankhockey.com