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Coach Info

Here you will find a wealth of information related to coaching.  We have information regarding applying to be a coach, student coaching, coaching certification, coaching FAQs, practice planning and manager information.


Coaching Application Information

Coaching applications for the upcoming Maine Junior Black Bears season will be accepted in the near future.  PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL FORMS ARE CONTINUALLY BEING EVALUATED AND UPDATED.  PLEASE CONTACT THE COACHING DIRECTOR IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.
 
Step 1. Click on the MJBB Coaching Application Link. This 4 page application with attached forms must be completed by all coaches.  You can print out the application by clicking on the link at the top of this page.
 
Step 2. Register with USA Hockey. Note: you may want to wait to register until the board assigns a coaching position since this costs $50.  However, this must be done before going on the ice. Click here to Register with USAHockey
 
Step 3. Proper Coaching Certification. All coaches must have proper USA Hockey Credentials- coaches have until December 31 to obtain proper certification for the level they wish to coach (see guidelines below). NOTE: you must also be certified for instructional and mites (under age 8). Here is a link to the Coaching Clinics schedule.
 
Step 4. Screening- MeAHA has implemented a new online background-screening program in October 2010 to replace Acxiom System. All coaches, officials, managers and other individuals who have routine access to skaters must be screened through the MeAHA vendor.  Follow this new link to Online Screening Effective October 2010 The online screening process qualifies you for one year only.  This new system is free to coaches and other volunteers.
 
Please be advised that USA Hockey's coaching requirements changed effective the 2011-12 season. Please click on the following link for the New Requirements (this file may take a while to load).   Here is a link for FAQ's.
 
Reimbursement For Coaching Courses and Screening. – While coaches have until December 31 to obtain proper certification for the level they wish to coach you have to wait a while for reimbursement so make sure to save your online receipts because we have a new form to help you and our treasurer track things. In February, we suggest that all coaches wishing to be reimbursed completely fill out the attached reimbursement form.

Mailing address: PO Box 2087 Bangor ME 04401