2026-2027 WCT Coach Application

U11AA and U13AAA head coach applications open February 1 and close March 31, 2026 with short-listed Head Coach interviews conducted thereafter.

Coaching applications for U13AA, U15AA, U16AA and U18AA teams will open April 1 and close May 31, 2026 with short-listed Head Coach interviews scheduled short thereafter.

Non-Parent Head Coach Renumeration

West Central Tigers provides an honorarium of $8500 for the role of a non-parent head coach for the 2026-2027 season. Incentives for returning non-parent coaches may be offered.

Parent Head Coach Renumeration

West Central Tigers will cover the cost of the registration fee for one (1) West Central Tigers player for the 2026-2027 season for a named Parent Head Coach.

As a Head Coach of the West Central Tigers, you will:

• Serve as the spokesperson on behalf of the team
• Create a fun and safe environment to develop both athletes and assistant coaches throughout the season
• Uphold the expectations of West Central Tigers programs to be competitive, encouraging both on and off-ice development
• Operate the team with a culture fostering team-first mentality, accountability and displaying good sportsmanship throughout the game and within our communities
• Be a role model by setting a good example for others. This includes athletes, team officials, on-ice officials, parents, opponents and the extended communities

Reponsibilities:

• Attend all spring ID skates (as applicable), tryouts and exhibition games/ tournaments and participate in evaluation selections to finalize the team roster
• Collaborate with the WCT Coaching Liaison to select appropriate assistant coaches for the team
• Prepare a seasonal plan for age-appropriate development both on and off the ice
• Prepare an expectation & communication plan for families and processes if non-adherence
• Lead and plan on-ice practices
• Lead and plan off-ice activities, including development, team-building and community involvement
• Coordinate assignments/delegation with assistant coaches, team manager and other team supports
• Develop game-day plans and lead coaching
• Oversee or lead age-appropriate video review with players
• Abide by all governance, including SLMHA policies/procedures and WCT guidelines
• Communicate with WCT consistently

As an Assistant Coach of the West Central Tigers, you will:

• Promote a fun and safe environment to develop young athletes
• Uphold the expectations of West Central Tigers programs and Head Coach to be competitive, participating in both on and off-ice development
• Support a positive team and West Central Tigers culture 
• Be a role model by setting a good example for others
   

Reponsibilities:

• If named non-parent prior to the season starting, attend tryouts and exhibition games/tournaments actively providing feedback to the Head Coach during evaluation selections for roster considerations
• Collaborate with the Head Coach for team meetings as directed 
• Assist with planning for on-ice practices and lead as assigned
• Assist with planning for off-ice activities and lead as assigned
• Participate as a team official in game play
• Have a supporting role in incorporating and monitoring acceptable team culture that aligns with West Central Tigers expectations
• Abide by all governance, including SLMHA policies/procedures and WCT guidelines
• Perform other duties as outlined by the Head Coach and/or team manager