• Utilize the on-premise trainers for games when available.
• Emergency Medical Services (McKinney Fire Department):
• (972) 547-2850 or 911 for Urgent Emergencies
• Club President: Virgil Renz
• Safety & Conduct: Karl Ashley

• First aid kit
• Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - Know the location of the AED for each rinnk
• Emergency blankets
• Ice packs
• Splints

• Remain calm and assess the situation.
• Direct someone to locate the trainer immediately if a trainer is unavailable, and if injury cannot be handled with basic first-aid, call EMS immediately.
• Notify the Club President, Head Coach, Assistant Coach, and Team Manager.
• Provide clear and concise information about the location and nature of the emergency.

• Alert all participants and spectators to leave the facility calmly.
• Designate evacuation routes and assembly areas.
• Ensure that everyone is safely evacuated from the premises.
• Assist individuals with mobility impairments as needed.

• Designate someone to record details of the incident, including the nature of the emergency, actions taken, and any observations.
• Obtain witness statements if applicable.
• Complete incident reports as required by USA Hockey.

Regularly review and update the Emergency Action Plan. Conduct training sessions to ensure all personnel are familiar with their roles and responsibilities during emergencies.

• This Emergency Action Plan complies with USA Hockey requirements and guidelines for ensuring the safety of participants during hockey activities.

The McKinney Ice Hockey Club is dedicated to maintaining a safe environment for all participants. By implementing this Emergency Action Plan and conducting regular training, we aim to effectively respond to medical emergencies and critical incidents.

Dec 12, 2025

• Designate a weather monitor responsible for tracking weather conditions during hockey activities.
• Utilize weather forecasting tools and local alerts to stay informed about potential tornadoes or severe weather threats.

• Monitor multiple weather sources, including National Weather Service alerts, lightning detection apps, and local radar
• Listen for tornado sirens and severe weather warnings in the area
• Use weather apps with push notifications for immediate alerts about approaching storms

• Identify designated tornado shelter areas within the facility.
• Direct everyone to move quickly and calmly to the shelter areas when a tornado warning is issued.
• Instruct individuals to take cover under sturdy furniture or in low-lying areas away from windows.

• Account for all participants and spectators to ensure everyone has reached a safe location.
• Conduct safety checks to verify that no one is left behind or injured during the evacuation process.

• Remain in the designated shelter areas until the tornado warning has been lifted or the severe weather has passed.
• Assess the facility for any damage and ensure it is safe for re-entry before resuming hockey activities.
• Provide updates and guidance to participants and spectators as necessary.

• Conduct regular drills to practice tornado shelter procedures.
• Review and update the tornado or weather-related emergencies protocol as needed to ensure effectiveness.

This Emergency Action Plan applies to all MIHC practices, games, tournaments, clinics, and events held at StarCenter McKinney and any other StarCenter facility where MIHC teams play. It covers serious injury, cardiac events, medical emergencies, severe weather, and security threats occurring during club activities. All coaches and team managers are expected to know and follow this plan.

For each StarCenter facility used by MIHC, team staff will maintain a simple rink‑specific reference that includes:

• Facility name and full street address
• Front desk / main phone number
• Nearest hospital or emergency department
• Location of AED(s) and first‑aid kits inside the rink
• Primary and secondary entrances for EMS access (e.g., main entrance, service doors, rink door numbers)

Team managers should keep this information in team binders and digital folders and ensure it is available on the bench or in the scorekeeper area.

Before each season, every team should identify and review three core roles for emergencies:

• Emergency Lead – usually the head coach or team manager; stays with the injured/affected person, directs others, and does not leave the scene.
• Caller/Runner – calls 911, provides location and details, meets EMS at the main entrance, and guides them to the scene.
• Crowd/Bench Control – keeps other players and spectators back, maintains a clear path for EMS, and supports privacy and order.

If normal role‑holders are absent, another responsible adult (assistant coach, manager, or Board member) should assume the necessary roles.

For serious injuries (suspected fractures, head/neck/spine injuries, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness) or possible cardiac events:

1. Stop play and secure the area. Players should go to the bench or another safe spot away from the injured person.
2. Emergency Lead remains with the injured person, assesses basic responsiveness, and avoids moving them unless there is immediate danger.
3. Caller/Runner immediately calls 911, states the rink name, address, and specific rink/ice sheet, and describes the nature of the emergency.
4. Retrieve the AED if there is any concern about a cardiac event or unresponsiveness; follow the AED voice prompts.
5. Crowd/Bench Control clears a path for EMS, manages players and spectators, and helps maintain calm.

No one should move a player with a suspected spinal injury unless trained and absolutely necessary for safety. Return‑to‑play decisions after injury or suspected concussion must follow medical guidance and USA Hockey concussion/injury management expectations.

If a player, coach, or spectator exhibits serious symptoms (such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, seizure, severe allergic reaction, or sudden confusion), treat it as a medical emergency and follow the same steps: call 911, notify rink staff, and activate the EAP roles.

• Players suspected of concussion must be removed from play immediately and not return the same day unless cleared under applicable medical/league rules.
• Coaches and managers should know where limited medical or allergy information (provided by families) is stored and share only necessary details with EMS or medical staff.

For severe weather (e.g., tornado warnings, dangerous storms) while at a StarCenter facility:

• Follow rink staff directions and announcements; they may instruct teams to shelter inside interior hallways or designated safe areas away from glass.
• Coaches and team managers should keep players together, account for all athletes, and avoid sending players outside into unsafe conditions.
• If time allows, communicate with parents about the situation and any changes to pick‑up plans, using established team channels.

If severe weather threatens travel to or from the rink, MIHC may delay, modify, or cancel sessions based on safety and facility guidance.

In the event of a security threat in or near the facility (e.g., violent altercation, suspected weapon, active threat):

• Prioritize moving players and staff to safety; follow any shelter‑in‑place or evacuation instructions provided by StarCenter staff or law enforcement.
• Call 911 as soon as safely possible and provide clear information about the location and nature of the threat.
• Coaches and team managers should keep players together and avoid re‑entering the facility or parking lot until authorities indicate it is safe.

After any significant emergency:

• The Emergency Lead or team manager should notify an MIHC Board member as soon as practical.
• A brief written incident summary should be created (date, time, location, individuals involved, actions taken, EMS involvement, and any follow‑up instructions from medical personnel or the facility).
• Where required by league, USA Hockey, or insurance policies, MIHC may complete additional reports or notifications.

Families should be informed promptly of any incident involving their player, including known next steps and recommended follow‑up (e.g., medical evaluation).