* This change will require revalidation with Fort Bragg's MWR office. If revalidation is denied due to these changes this section of the bylaws will return to its previous version. *

Article 2: Purpose
1. The purpose for which CFYHA has been organized includes the following:
a. To provide the youth of the Sandhills Region of North Carolina and outlying areas with a variety of both recreational and competitive hockey programs for all ages.
b. To develop hockey skills in all registered participants, by mandated adherence to the guidelines set forth by USA Hockey, Carolina Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA), and the American Development Model (ADM).
c. To provide for the conduct of competitive youth hockey between CFYHA teams and other member associations of the Carolinas Hockey League (CHL), CAHA, and other affiliates of USA Hockey through participation in league, exhibition, and tournament play.
d. To provide a developmental program, in which new players can be introduced to the game of hockey and learn the basic skills necessary to progress through their desired levels of competition.
e. To foster character development of CFYHA players by enforcing high standards of sportsmanship, teamwork, fair play, responsibility, and respect.
f. To build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with other youth hockey associations, professional hockey teams, and other youth sports organizations throughout the CAHA geographical region.
g. To conduct community outreach to educate the public on the programs, goals, and functions of CFYHA, as well as to encourage increased involvement in youth hockey in the area and grow the game through positive interactions with the public.
h. To provide opportunities for all youth hockey players to develop their individual skills to their maximum potential and ensure that they are provided every opportunity possible to compete at their desired level of play.

Article 3: Organization and Status
1. The primary function of CFYHA is the commitment to organize and conduct a
complete program of recreational and competitive hockey for eligible youth participants.

* This change will require revalidation with Fort Bragg's MWR office. If revalidation is denied due to these changes this section of the bylaws will return to its previous version. *

Article 8: Board of Directors
4. The following members of the Board of Directors shall be appointed by the Executive Committee by majority vote. They will serve in an advisory role and will not possess the voting rights on board members.
a. Director of Hockey Operations
b. Coaching Director
c. Association Registrar
d. Scheduler
e. Webmaster/Social Media Manager
f. Marketing Advisor
e. Adult Hockey Director

Article 9: Duties of the Board of Directors
13. The duties of the Adult Hockey Director include:
a. Serve as the primary representative to the Board of Directors for adult players.
b. Oversee assessment and placement of all players in adult programs and teams.
c. Coordinate and clearly define the team selection process.
d. Periodically attend and evaluate skills sessions, practices, and games.
e. Serve as a member of the Hockey Operations Committee.
f. Report to the board on the needs of the teams (e.g. equipment, training aids,
facility needs).
g. Coordinate recruiting efforts for growing the player population and increasing skill level on teams.
h. Work with CFYHA Registrar to ensure accurate rostering of players and coaches.

Article 10: Election of the Board of Directors
12. Appointed Positions: The purpose of appointed positions is to allow the Board of Directors to leverage the individual talents of the membership to advise the board on specific subject areas or accomplish specific tasks for the association.
a. Members being considered for these positions will be nominated by a member of the Board of Directors in accordance with the same timeline as the general election.
b. Members wishing to be considered will inform the board upon notification of the annual election.
c. Nominees for appointed positions will be confirmed by vote of the Executive Committee at the first meeting of the Board of directors following the election.
d. Nominees must be confirmed by majority vote of the Executive Committee.
e. Positions will be appointed using the following offset: Director of Hockey Operations, Association Registrar, and Marketing Advisor in even numbered years. Coaching Director, Scheduler, Webmaster, and Adult Hockey Director in odd numbered years.

This change would be throughout the entirety of the bylaws where Travel Hockey Coordinator and/or Recreational Hockey Coordinator are present.