Club Documents

LHC Code of Conduct for Players

Arrive for training and matches on time to prepare thoroughly.
Take responsibility for checking times, travel conditions, pitch locations, shirt colour requirements. Players are expected to be at match venues at least 30 minutes before start time. This may be increased by Team Captains
Let Captains know availability as soon as possible and avoid late withdrawals except through injury or exceptional circumstances. Inform the coach as soon as you know you cannot attend, or are going to be late to a training session or match.
Wear the right kit for matches and training. This includes a well-fitting mouth guard and shin guards. Club kit should be worn. All league home games are played in red shirts, black shorts, black socks. Away games are generally played in white shirts, black shorts, white socks. Any loaned shirts are the financial responsibility of the individual or the squad to which they have been loaned.
Warm up and cool down properly. Inform the coach of any injury as soon as possible.
Do not leave the match or training session early without first informing the captain/coach.
Learn and play by the rules of the game.
Respect the spirit of fair play in hockey. This is more than playing within the rules. It also incorporates the concepts of friendship, respect for teammates and the opposition, and respecting the decisions of the umpire or the coach
Be a good sport – win with modesty, lose with dignity.
Only the Team Captains should discuss decisions with umpires during a game. Direct any queries to your Captain. Shake hands with opponents and umpires at the end of a game.
Recognise and applaud good play. Set a positive example for others, particularly young participants and spectators. Never use inappropriate language or gestures
Protect others involved in the game from verbal or physical abuse and threatening or intimidating behaviour.
Pay all subscriptions and fees due to the club on time.
Red and yellow card procedure will follow EH guidelines. Players may be reported to the Committee for repeated Green/Yellow cards or general disciplinary offences.
Abide by the Leicester Hockey Club disciplinary policy.
Abide by the England Hockey Safeguarding, Equity Policy, Anti-Doping Rules and other relevant policies. See our welfare page for the policies we are signed up to as a club.
Abide by LGS site regulations. Note: LGS is a no smoking site.
Ensure that social media sites do not contain material that may be, or considered to be, potentially derogatory, offensive or abusive. Comments that are open to the public must reflect respect, courtesy and tolerance and contain only appropriate material.
Players are encouraged to arrange their own personal accident insurance.

LHC Code of Conduct for coaches, club officials and volunteers

Consider the well-being and safety of participants before the development of performance.
Develop an appropriate working relationship with players, based on mutual trust and respect.
Make sure all activities are appropriate to the age, ability and experience of those taking part.
Display consistently high standards of behaviour and appearance.
Follow all guidelines laid down by the national governing body and the Club, covering safety, inclusion, ethics and conduct.
Hold an appropriate DBS certificate. Pass an approved Safeguarding course. Pursue the appropriate coaching qualifications.
Never exert undue influence over players to obtain personal benefit or reward.
Promote the positive aspects of the sport including fair play, sportsmanship and enjoyment.

LHC Code of Conduct for Parents & Carers

On your child’s behalf, assume the Code of Conduct for Players (Help them to organise correct kit, match times, locations, match fees)
Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding the good performances of all.
Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them.
Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials, lead by example.
Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results.
Never force your child to take part in sport.
Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes.
Publicly accept officials’ judgements.
Support your child’s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport.
Support the team coach’s instructions, team selection process and match tactics.
Use correct and proper language at all times.

Leicester Hockey Club are proud to support the FIH ideals of inclusion, diversity and respect. As part of this, we are committed to meeting all obligations in all aspects of player safety and child welfare. Please see "Welfare" on side menu for safeguarding-specific documentation.

Leicester Hockey Club supports England Hockey Code of Ethics and Behaviour

Leicester Hockey Club supports England Hockey Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Framework.

Leicester Hockey Club Mission Statement and Club Values - see below (Revised February 2023)

Leicester Hockey Club Codes of Conduct for Players, for Parents and for Coach & Officials - see link (LEFT-SIDE SUB-MENU) or download PDF below (Revised February 2023).

Leicester Hockey Club - combined document: Rules, Statements & Policies - see below for instructions and to download PDF (Revised March 2023)

Club Documents

LHC Constitution 2024 Download
LHC Safeguarding Commitment 2023 Download

Our Mission

The club will promote the growth and development of hockey in the area of Leicester, providing the best possible environment for all players to reach their maximum playing potential through excellence in coaching and support.

Our Values

● We are accessible - Questions about our club are welcomed

● We are accountable - We will be transparent about what, how and why we operate the way we do

● We are dedicated - We expect all members to make a commitment to the club and to its teams. Club members will be encouraged to provide service to the Club by taking up roles and responsibilities.

● We are disciplined - We expect all members to follow our Code of Conduct. Representatives of LHC will conduct themselves in all their dealings in a manner which demonstrates integrity and earns respect.

● We play for enjoyment - Participating should enhance people’s natural enjoyment of sport.

● We strive for excellence and integrity - We set, work towards, and achieve the highest standards. We act in a fair, consistent and transparent manner.

● We are respectful. We believe in fair play. Respect the appointed umpires, officials, and players of opposition teams. Respect your fellow teammates, coaches, and club members: support them to your utmost in your team endeavours.

● We believe in service - All participants should feel that they have the best possible experience and good value for the time and money that they have committed.

LHC Code of Conduct Download
Club Rules Download

The complete document of Rules, Statements & Policies, LHC members can obtain this through the Teamo App - just ask Club President or Club Secretary

Promoting and Growing the Club and the Sport

Our Targets

To be respectful to fellow team mates, punctual, wearing the correct kit and positive in everything you do.
To be competitive and driven to succeed, ensuring the highest league standards.
To ensure the longevity of the club, giving juniors the opportunity to succeed at the right level of ability, allowing this progression to naturally occur.
To be able to offer these juniors an elite opportunity where they can see a pathway and not move away from the club to fulfil this.
To give back to the club giving your time umpiring, coaching and volunteering.

Our Principles

To be competitive at a regional levels for both men and women within the next 5 years.
To annually integrate 3 U18 players into 1st XI training and match days when appropriate.
To create an over supply of players ready for 1st XI through structure of coaching and information sharing across teams.
To continue a formal link with Leicester Grammar School & Leicester University, integrating talented students to training and opportunities to play Saturdays at the club.

Values - It's Who We Are