USA Hockey Registrar

A USA Hockey Registrar is the primary administrator responsible for managing the official registration and rostering of all participants—players, coaches, managers, and volunteers—within a local hockey association. They ensure the organization remains in compliance with USA Hockey and affiliate rules.

Key Responsibilities:

The Registrar serves as the bridge between the local association and USA Hockey.

• Roster Management: Create and maintain the Official Team Roster for all teams. This involves assigning players and staff to teams and submitting rosters for approval by the District Registrar.
• Compliance Tracking: Verify that all participants have met mandatory requirements before being rostered. This includes:
• Players: Birth certificate verification and citizenship transfers.
• Staff: Completion of SafeSport training, background screenings, and Coaching Education Program (CEP) age-specific modules.
• Liaison Duties: Act as a board representative and the primary contact for team managers regarding registration procedures and rules.
• Data Security: Securely manage member data within the official portal and ensure information remains confidential.
• Financial Coordination: Work with the association treasurer to balance registration fees and ensure all accounts are paid.

Essential Resources:

Registrars rely on specific digital tools and support networks provided by the USA Hockey Registration platform.

• USA Hockey Portal (The Registry): The central web-based tool used to claim members, create teams, and manage rosters.
• USA Hockey Learning Center: Used to verify the training status of coaches and volunteers.
• Member Services: Direct support from USA Hockey national staff and the District Registrar for complex eligibility or transfer issues.
• Club Excellence User Guide: A resource for managing association operations and following best practices.
• Official Rulebook & Mobile App: For answering questions on USA Hockey regulations and eligibility.