The NMHA Competitive Program Policy on Coach Influence non-NMHA related activity is as follows. Coaches are not permitted to impose any restrictions against non-NMHA hockey related activity.
Players will not be restricted from joining High School sports or any other sports teams. The NMHA Competitive Committee's position on this issue is that coaches may not under any circumstance prohibit or discourage any activity which does not directly conflict with team events.
Players are expected to attend all team activities, properly prepared and sufficiently rested to participate. Coaches are responsible for assessing players' preparedness and ensure that they are not unduly fatigued. Should players be unable to participate, coaches may impose sanctions according to team rules.