ABOUT US
Welcome!
The Riverbank Hockey Parents Association (RHPA) is a public, non-incorporated
organization of volunteer parents whose children are participants
in Riverbank State Park's (RBSP) Youth Ice Hockey programs. Founded
in March 2007, the RHPA assists and supports coaches and park personnel,
both on and off off the ice, in the operation and development of
the Riverbank Youth Ice Hockey programs and ice hockey teams.
RHPA parents perform a wide variety of responsible roles and responsibilities.
Parents act as team parents/managers, volunteer hockey coaches,
coach assistants, game schedulers, event organizers, database administrators,
webmasters, online forum moderators, photographers, videographers,
chaperones, and car poolers. Parents collect and manage player data,
design and produce program literature, manage pre-registration and
assist in the registration process, act as community liaisons for
outreach, help with equipment fitting and inventory, monitor and
report on ice hockey program progress and issues, write proposals
for program support and provides support wherever needed.
If you are new to the RHPA and wish to make a contribution, find
an activity or create one that suits yours talents and abilities,
please speak with the team parent/manager of your child's program
or team for team level and program-wide activities.
MISSION STATEMENT
We aim to provide ultimately a fair and competitive hockey experience
that focuses on the understanding of the game, the development of
individual and team hockey skills, the practice of good sportsmanship
and fair play and the opportunity for youth to be challenged while
having fun.
The individual conduct of association members, coaches, players,
and parents are directed to ensure a positive and supportive sports
culture and to exemplify the organization's emphasis on "Its
always about the kids!"
We believe that participation is a privilege that carries with
it responsibilities to the team, to the Riverbank community, and
to the young athletes.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES
To develop an understanding of this athletic philosophy and the
value of athletics within the total program.
- To develop in each athlete, improved motor skills and overall
health and physical fitness.
- To emphasize each individual's growth in self-discipline, emotional
maturity and self-confidence.
- To develop the ability to think as an individual and as a member
of a group.
- To develop an understanding of the role of the individual in
the implementation of team goals.
- To develop the desire and commitment to participate, succeed
and excel through positive athletic competition.
- To provide instruction in the essential rules of the game and
the value of conforming to these rules.
- To encourage respect for the rights of others and for leadership.
- To emphasize the principles of fairness in all of our interactions
with others.
- To promote player leadership and an appreciation of the democratic
process.
- To provide opportunities for developing a strong sense of community
and team spirit among players, coaches, and parents.
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