Dealing with Racism Resources
Published Wed 17 Jun 2026
What happens in the seconds and minutes immediately following a racist incident can have a huge bearing on how it is resolved in the days and weeks afterwards. Understanding the options available to players, coaches, team managers and most importantly the victim, is essential.
Racism has no place in our sport!
It undermines the values of fairness, respect and teamwork that hockey is built on, and it can have a lasting impact on those affected.
In a hockey context, racism may appear as:
- Derogatory comments from players, spectators, or officials
- Mocking cultural practices, names, or accents
- Excluding players from team environments or social groups
- Unequal opportunities in selection, leadership, or development
- Ignoring or minimising complaints of racist behaviour
The following guides set clear expectations about behaviour, outlines practical steps to take when incidents occur, and reinforces the shared responsibility we all have to actively uphold these standards.
Dealing with Racism Officials Guide
Dealing with Racism Players Guide
These resources are available on the Association and Club hub HERE
