VOLUNTEER FOR YOUTH HOCKEY
Youth hockey couldn’t happen without the parents and community volunteers that help with all facets of the game. We have opportunities for volunteer coaches, team managers, score keepers, clock managers and penalty box managers. A great way to help out and build friendships and community that will last a lifetime.
If you are interested in volunteering, please send an email Kraken Youth Hockey to let us know your experience and how we can reach you to further discuss the opportunities, benefits and training.
Billeting is an important part of youth hockey as it provides a unique opportunity for young players to live with a family in a new environment, develop lifelong relationships, and gain valuable life experiences. We are looking for families who are willing to open their homes and provide them with a safe and comfortable living environment and support them in their hockey journey.
BECOME A 50/50 RAFFLE VOLUNTEER
One Roof Foundation is in search of Volunteer 50/50 Raffle Ticket Sellers to help operate the 50/50 Raffle at each Seattle Kraken home game during the NHL Season. They need highly motivated, hard-working individuals 18 years or older, who have an outgoing personality and passion for the Seattle Kraken and One Roof Foundation. Volunteers will sell tickets from the time doors open to the public until the end of the second intermission, then can watch most of the third period.
CERTIFICATIONS
As outlined by USA Hockey, youth coaching and other volunteer positions require a number of certifications depending on your role.
Every volunteer will need their own USA Hockey Number. This ID number is how we track your certifications and must be updated annually. Please visit USA Hockey Memberships to get your number. Make sure you a selecting the correct role and using your legal name during registration.
Then review the roles below and if you are interested, fill out the interest questionnaire. A member of the Kraken Youth Hockey Association will reach out with next steps.
Jr Kraken Coaches
First three items must be completed before getting on-ice with players.
- USA Hockey Number
- SafeSport Certificate
- USA Hockey Background Screen
- Age-Group Module (only of ages you plan to coach)
- Valid CEP Certification (by Dec 1st of current season)
Note: If you are a volunteer coach in our Learn to Play program, you only need to complete the first three items.
Team Officials
For team managers, locker room monitors, scorekeepers, penalty box attendants or anyone else with regular contact with players.
- USA Hockey Number
- SafeSport Certificate
- USA Hockey Background Screen
Note: It is recommended that game officials also obtain the above credentials.
All participants: For any USA-Hockey sanctioned program (including volunteers) must keep this up-to-date annually.
All volunteers: First time certification requires completion of all three modules. Then a refresher course done on an annual basis.
All volunteers: Every 2-years, volunteers must complete the background screen via USA Hockey. No 3rd party screens will be accepted. Allow for 3-10 business days to complete.
Coaches Only: Must attend appropriate level coaching course and have valid CEP certification by December 1st of current season.
Coaches Only: Complete the online age-specific module(s) for the age level of play you plan on coaching. Each module only needs to be completed once and does not expire.
The ADM (American Development Model) offers further coach resources, practice plans and age-specific training information.