4.15 Recreational League Goaltending Policy
4.15.01 The SHA Goaltending policy applies to U7, U9 and U11 divisions only.
1) There will be no permanent goalies in the above noted divisions.
2) Coaches must rotate the position at a minimum every two (2) weeks. The coach shall maintain a
list of those players that have expressed an interest in trying the position of goaltender. This list will
be compiled at the first regularly scheduled practice. ALL PLAYERS are to be given the opportunity
to try the position should they wish to do so.
3) It is not mandatory for a child to play goal. If a child does not want to try the position, that is
perfectly acceptable, and no one will be forced.
4) At the conclusion of all interested players on a team trying the position of goaltender, the coach
can then offer the next round of rotation to those players that are most interested in playing the position of goaltender on a regular basis. The coach will rotate through all of these players for the
duration of the season.
5) Coaches can select a goalie for Final Days or Tournaments.
6) Sarnia Hockey will invest in proper goaltending equipment for the U7, U9 and U11 divisions.
[REFER TO NEW POLICY 1.06.09(f)]