T.E.A.M. before ice project is an effort to encourage positive behavior towards every team member at all times. Team is a “we” not a “me.” It is a unit of people that bond by working together cheering each other on. BYHA has a zero  tolerance for abusive behavior.  It is important for the hockey experience to be fun, satisfying and rewarding for all participants, on-ice and off-ice.  The use of T.E.A.M. is reinforced and rewarded by the success in the hockey experience.

Together. Everyone. Achieves. More.

• Respecting others, including opponents
• Self-Discipline
• Fair Play
• Being a good winner and loser
• Teamwork and trust
• Overcoming challenges and frustrations
• Learning to deal with constructive criticism 
• Responding positively to disappointments
• Heath and fitness
• Goal setting and pride of accomplishment
• Taking responsibility for mistakes
• Leadership
• Making friends
• Learning to resolve conflicts
• Learning to deal with stress
• Following rules