4.13 Recreational League Procedures & Guidelines
4.13.01 The Executive will determine the length of all Sarnia Hockey Association Recreational League
games.
4.13.02 The Recreational Leagues from U7 to U13 inclusive should be structured with a minor and major
division provided the number of players as determined by the Vice Chair – Recreational League allows it.
4.13.03 The U15, U16-U21 Recreational leagues will follow a structure determined by the respective
Recreational League Directors and the Vice Chair – Recreational League. All movements of players
(under and over aged) between divisions (major/minor) or leagues (U9/U11) require the approval of both the
respective Recreational League Directors and the Vice Chair – Recreational League.
4.13.04 Costs for referees of regular Recreational league games will be borne by the Association. Costs
for referees for exhibition games will be borne by the individual team and its coaching staff.
4.13.05 Team captains and alternates are allowed to question the referee in a courteous manner.
4.13.06 Rules of play as set down by Hockey Canada, the OHF and the ALLIANCE shall apply for the
full season of play. In addition, any Sarnia Hockey Association Policies and Procedures shall apply.
4.13.07 Coaches booking exhibition games will contact the Referee Scheduler promptly to request
officials.
4.13.08 Parents will not interfere with the running of the team. If there is any issue that cannot be
resolved, it should be brought to the Recreational League Director's attention.
4.13.09 Referees for all regularly scheduled Recreational league games and exhibition games will be
assigned by the Referee Director.
4.13.10 Parent(s) are not allowed in the dressing room before or after the game unless invited by team
officials.