ANNOUNCEMENTS  Apply to CoachCoaching is a great way to be involved. Training to attain qualifications is funded by the Cambridge Ringette Association (CRA). Coaching applications are accepted in early spring for the upcoming fall season. For more information, please contact CRA Executive Director of Coaches. Deadline for 2010/2009 Season Coaches Application closed February 15th, 2010. Please direct any inquires to the CRA Executive Director of Coaches. See our Executive page for contact information.  Coaching Application 2010 (DOC) Coaching Application 2010 (PDF)Link to Coaching Assessment Form Coach Assessment Form
Calling All Referees
Officiating is a great way for players who enjoy ringette to get more ice time, be involved in the sport in a new way, and give something back to the game. REFEREES ARE PAID for each game they officiate. CRA is eager to certify more players as referees. You must be a responsible, mature individual and at least 13 years of age. Direct inquiries to CRA Executive Referee-In-Chief.
Calling All Time/ScoreKeepers and Shot Clock Operators
Time/Scorekeeping or Shot Clocking is a great way for players who enjoy ringette to get more involved in the sport, and give something back to the game. MINOR OFFICIALS ARE PAID for each game they officiate. You must be a responsible, mature individual and at least 11 years of age for Time/ScoreKeeping and at least 12 years of age to be a Shot Clock operator. Direct inquiries to CRA Executive Minor Official.
Calling All "Coaches in Training" (CIT)
"Coach in Training" is a great way for players who enjoy ringette to get more ringette time, be involved in the sport in a new way, and give something back to the game. CRA is eager to certify more players as CITs. You must be a responsible, mature individual and at least 16 years of age. Direct inquiries to CRA Executive Director of Coaches.
Coaching / Officiating Clinics
Coaching and officiating clinics are typically offered in the fall of each year. For details regarding upcoming coaching and officiating clinics refer to the following:
Southern Region Ringette Association Clinics
Western Region Ringette Association Clinics
BENCH STAFF QUALIFICATIONS
All bench staff must have proper qualifications by January 8th of the playing season.
It is highly recommended that all bench staff members upgrade their qualifications to the highest level possible to increase their coaching skills.
CRA will reimburse tuition fees for all successfully completed Coaching courses.
 For additional information on Coaching Chart refer to ORA Coaching Chart Detail
REFEREE CERTIFICATION
It takes training and experience to make a good referee.
A candidate must attend a Level 1 N.O.C.P. Clinic, pass a quiz (50% or higher) and meet skating assessment requirements in order to get a "1C" certification.
To earn higher certification, the ref must be evaluated on the ice during game situations. The level of certification a ref has indicates the division and level of play she or he is entitled to officiate as described in the table below.
Players, coaches and spectators are expected to treat officials with respect — before, during and after the game. It is accepted that refs — like the rest of us — can make mistakes. It is unfortunate if a mistake affects the outcome of the game, but that’s life. All participants in the game accept that the refs are well qualified, capable, fair-minded, and are doing their best to call a good game.
Refereeing is a great way for older players to expand their knowledge of the game, help the league and other players, get extra ice time, and earn some pocket money.
CRA is eager to certify more teen-age players as referees. CRA Referees are paid for each game they officiate.
The following is copied from the ORA Operating Manual – Officiating Development section.
OFFICIATING DEVELOPMENT
The N.O.C.P. (National Officials Certification Program) carding structure consists of four Levels (1,2,3,4) and three Categories (A,B,C). The combination of Level and Category defines an Officials certification rank (eg. 2A)
| Officiating Level |
Function |
| 1 |
Officiate "C" Level play. |
| 2 |
Officiate "B" and "C" Level play. |
| 3 |
Officiate "A", "B" and "C" Level play. |
| 4 |
Officiate "AA", "A", "B" and "C" Level play. |
| Officiating Category |
Function |
| C |
Capable of officiating Petite and younger age groups at that level of play. |
| B |
Capable of officiating in Junior and younger age groups at that level of play. |
| A |
Capable of officiating in ALL age groups at that level of play. | For additional resources refer to the ORA Officials Development Program
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
Winning vs Success
"A medal is only a thing, an object. The race, the achievement, is what's most important."
"Winning isn't everything ... striving to win is. "
"Life doesn’t require that we be the best ... only that we try our best."
Fair Play Code for Coaches
I will be reasonable when scheduling games and practices, remembering that young athletes have other interests and obligations.
I will teach my athletes to play fairly and to respect the rules, officials and opponents.
I will ensure that all athletes get equal instruction, support and playing time.
I will not ridicule or yell at my athletes for making mistakes or for performing poorly. I will remember that children play to have fun and must be encouraged to have confidence in themselves.
I will make sure that equipment and facilities are safe and match the athletes' ages and abilities.
I will remember that children need a coach they can respect. I will be generous with praise and set a good example.
I will obtain proper training and continue to upgrade my coaching skills.
COACHING RESOURCES
Ringette Warm-up Exercises
A proper warm-up is one of the most important components of a safe, healthy ringette career. Follow this link for some excellent pre-game warm-ups.
Ringette Drills
Excellent listing of various drills from the Thompson Okanagan Ringette League.
Tips for Goaltenders
Many times, the goaltender is the forgotten player on the ice. Unlike the forwards who have the opportunity to talk with the coaches, the goalkeeper must be self-sufficient, self-motivated, and have the mental preparation to succeed. Follow this link for excellent resource material for ringette goalies.
More Skating Tips
Information about skating, and drills which can be used to improve your skating.
Sport Nutrition
Fuelling Up for Endurance Sports. Achieving Food Variety with Sufficient Energy Intake
Information about skating, and drills which can be used to improve your skating.
Parents/Coaches Resources
Guidelines to maximize your players' potential and increase your effectiveness as a coach.
Tips for training players to better manage competitive stress.
Strategies to help develop winning motivation on your team.
Tips for developing player self-esteem.
Guidelines for slump-busting.
Tips for getting parents to work with you – not against you.
AN EXCELLENT RESOURCE
The Power of TEAM Work
How to build a winning team. It's not the best team that always wins, but the team that plays best together.
Great tips for Parents, Coaches and Players.
Are you a WINNING Parent?
Your child's experience in sports is heavily influenced by you.
A great questionnaire to find out if you are doing everything possible to help your child have a successful and healthy sports experience.
Mental Toughness
To realize your full potential as an athlete or performer, you have to start training your mind as well as your body.
Competitive Advantage
Even the fastest, strongest, smartest and most skilled will underachieve if they concentrate on the wrong things, are unable to quickly let go of mistakes or bad breaks, lack self-confidence or can't handle the pressure of competition.
An excellent resource for coaches, parents and players.
CAAWS
The Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport and Physical Activity (CAAWS) encourages girls and women to get out of the bleachers, off the sidelines, and onto the fields and rinks, into the pools, locker rooms and board rooms of Canada.
Coaching Association of Canada
An impressive selection of resources for coaches. Check it out.
Resources from the Ontario Ringette Association (ORA)
On-Line Operating Manual
Coaching Development Program
Officials Development Program
Resource Materials
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