I agree too, FredFan7.
This is what Hockey Canada has at the beginning of the rulebook / casebook. The initiative started in 2012, and I think it's a great idea.
*** Hockey Canada 2012-14 Casebook/Rulebook ***
FAIR PLAY ANNOUNCEMENT
It is recommended that this announcement be made prior to every game.
Good (Evening/Afternoon/Morning) (Ladies and Gentlemen/Hockey Fans). Welcome to (Tonights/
Todays/This Mornings) game between _______ and _______.
These are young hockey players who are performing here (Tonight/Today). They are friendly rivals as
members of opposing teams. They are not enemies.
The coaches for (Tonights/Todays/This Mornings) game are _______ and _______. They have accepted the challenge of teaching the skills of this great game.
The officials are _________ and _________. These individuals have been assigned to administer
the rules of the game. Their training, experience and integrity qualify them for their role in this contest.
On behalf of the (Team/Association) _____________ enjoy our great game of skill.
