Team Manager Expectations

Team Managers keep our season running smoothly by handling communication, scheduling, and logistics so coaches can focus on the players. Thank you for volunteering!

Communication

• Serve as the main contact between coaches, parents, and the LFYH
• Ensure the team knows what is going on - share weekly schedule updates and announcements
• Use approved tools like Crossbar or TeamReach
• Communicate clearly, promptly, and positively - in this role you are an extension of the LFYH

Scheduling & Logistics

• Confirm and share practice/game schedules
• Verify game times / locations on opposing team websites to ensure accuracy
• Schedule and track scorekeepers, timekeepers, penalty boxes and locker room monitors for events. This includes away game penalty box workers if playing out of league
• Keep families informed of any changes

Game Day & Tournaments

• Have digital version of your USA Hockey roster available if needed, bring roster stickers if playing outside of MN Hockey.
• Manage jersey colors and team check-in
• Handle tournament registration, hotel blocks, and payments such as ice time or refs (as needed)

Home Tournaments/ Jamborees

• Serve as the point of contact for your team and visiting managers
• Ensure score sheets are completed and turned in after each game
• Keep the schedule, standings, and brackets updated (if assigned)
• Check locker rooms before/after use for cleanliness
• Make sure volunteers show up per the work schedule and positions are covered
• Support the tournament director as needed and help address any issues quickly and professionally

Team Culture

• Support a positive, inclusive team environment
• Model and reinforce good sportsmanship
• Communicate program policies clearly to families

End of Season

• Help organize team celebrations if desired
• Return jerseys and equipment
• Share thank-you's and wrap-up communication