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In a true testament to democracy and satisfying the playing majority for on-ice events, the MDHL endorses team-elected captains and assistants. The following notes are guidelines which apply to those privileged leaders, while leading their troops into battle:
MDHL captains and assistants WILL:
- convey leadership, team strategy (set lines, etc.) and provide positive on and off-ice examples to follow
- be the team communicator for their players regarding any on-ice issues that arise
- be empowered to call penalties against either team (in the ref's absence) while expecting you to honour their calls (in righteousness or in err)
- maintain the score (in the ref's absence), but not necessarily have to announce it to everyone (though that would be nice)
- resolve disputed goals with opposing team captains (in the ref's absence)
MDHL captains and assistants WILL NOT:
- be your personal secretary to find subs, etc. Do this yourself (using our on-line sub request tool or your own avenues) to maintain your good standing in the league and not let your team down with a no-show. If possible, be considerate and keep your captains "in the loop" with e-mail or a phone call in these instances
- be solely responsible to call two-line passes; since we all know it's a league-wide honour system for all players to call (even in the presence of a ref)
- manage trades, suspensions, rule changes, or other off-ice issues; this remains a responsibility of MDHL GMs.
Other Notes: The MDHL prohibits any player from serving more than two consecutive captaincy
terms (including alternate roles) in any season. Also, existing captains and assistants that exhibit poor attendance records in the current series may be voided from the subsequent voting eligibility for the best interests of all parties. This encourages our league to grow with fresh
leadership and breaks up monotony.
So who are the current captains and assistants? Look here.
MDHL Captaincy Perks:
Congratulations if you've been selected to lead your team! A league-wide vote and the respect of your peers have earned you this honour, so do us proud! As captains, you get the privilege of the following:
- use the Team Locker Room feature to set line combinations for your team to see
- collaborate with your co-captains and determine your team's name (deadline for submission is end of game #2 please).
- gratitude from the league, GM and its players for helping to make the league a success in each series
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Captaincy Gratuity Bonus. In recognition and appreciation for our elected captains and assistants, from time to time, these members may be rewarded by the MDHL for their leadership efforts and contribution to their team for the duration of the series. The gratuity may be that of a cash reward, gift certificate, or other forms on a series by series basis. This bonus is subject to achieving exemplary performance for their team (and league's) behalf and is issued at the sole discretion of the league GMs.
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