* 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.