ADRIAN YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

REGISTRATION INFORMATION - FALL 2008-09


It’s time to register for the 2008-09 hockey season! The AYHA is offering the opportunity to participate on a variety of levels for the 2008-09 season. Home ice for the AYHA programs is at the Arrington Ice Arena, located at S. Charles Street on the campus of Adrian College. You can reach the AYHA for questions by calling 517-403-6204 or you can send an email to adrianhockey@gmail.com. You may also obtain information about AYHA programs, registration information, schedules, and other Adrian Youth Hockey news from our web site: www.eteamz.com/AdrianHockeyAssociation/.

Available Programs

AYHA Mini-Camp

The Adrian Youth Hockey Association is offering a "Return To Hockey" Mini-Camp. This camp will take place on Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, August 21st, 22nd, & 23rd. The cost for the camp is $75.00 per player.  The AYHA will have the support of Adrian College Varsity Hockey Head Coach, Ron Fogarty, as well as Assistant Coach, Matt Nicholson.  Also, many of the Varsity Bulldog players will be on hand to execute drills with our youth.  This is a good opportunity for anyone who wants to improve their game prior to the start of the hockey season.  AYHA Coaches and Staff will also be on hand for this camp as well.  The time schedule for the AYHA Mini-Camp is as follows:

Thursday, August 21st, & Friday August 22nd

Saturday, August 23rd

Please send a check or money order for $75.00 along with players Name, age, and contact information to:

Adrian Youth Hockey Association

P.O. Box 297

Adrian, Michigan, 49221

Instructional Program: Learn to Play Hockey

The Adrian Youth Hockey Association is continuing its improved Learn to Play program for the Fall 2008-09 season. The program will be divided into two levels. Level one is for children with little or no skating experience who need to focus on developing their skills. Level two is for children who have some basic skills but wish to improve on them while also preparing for team play for the next season. Both levels are for children ages 4-15. Full equipment is required and is available for loan (Excluding Skates) from the AYHA. This is on a first come first served basis. The cost for this program is $225.00. A 50% payment option is available for this program. Players and parents are required to attend an organizational meeting prior to the first skate at the Arrington Ice Arena. Equipment will be distributed to players and necessary paperwork will be completed at this meeting. Exact date and time of meeting will be posted at the rink and on the AYHA website(www.eteamz.com/AdrianHockeyAssociation/) as soon as possible. Separate brochures and registration forms for the Instructional Program are available from the AYHA at the Arrington Ice Arena or online at www.eteamz.com/AdrianHockeyAssociation/ Reminder: USA Hockey Registration and a copy of the player’s birth certificate are required for rostering.

 

Contact: Mike Perez - Director of Instructional Hockey @ adrianhockey@gmail.com

Please include "Attention Mike Perez" in the subject box of your email


House Division: Adrian Junior Bulldogs, Mini-Mite through Midget Divisions


The emphasis is on a low-keyed, fun program that provides for the continuing development of individual and team hockey skills. A two-to-one practice to game ratio is maintained along with Power skating and Off-ice training to ensure player development. Mini-Mite through Midget teams will play home games at the Arrington Ice Arena.


All players will be evaluated for balanced team placement. Individuals at each level, who do not have the skills required for team placement, will be referred to the Learn to Play Hockey program. Evaluation sessions are scheduled by team divisions, which are based on the birth year of the player. Players should select the evaluation session that includes their birth year. All evaluations will be held at the Arrington Ice Arena on Saturday September 6th. Exact times and dates for each division are noted below and will be posted on our website and at the rink.  At least one parent must accompany the player to the evaluation skate to sign paperwork that is necessary for rostering. Full equipment is required. Reminder: USA Hockey Registration and a copy of the player’s birth certificate are required for rostering.


House Program Fees, Age Divisions and Evaluation Schedule

There will be a $10.00 charge to each player attending evaluations. Full equipment will be necessary for all players. Please arrive 30 minutes early to allow time to register and dress.


 

Upon completion of evaluations, a "Draft" will be held. The player will then be notified by the coach regarding his or her status.  A $150.00 registration fee (non-refundable) is due by Sept. 13th.  All other player information is due no later than Sept. 20th. Practices will begin week of Sept. 28th.


Contact: Chris Whaley – AYHA Director @ adrianhockey@gmail.com



General Information

Registration

The AYHA offers opportunities for Travel, House and Instructional programs at all age levels. Payment of the $150 registration fee and completion of the Registration Form are required to hold your child’s place on a team. You can choose one of two ways to register for the 2008-09 season. (1) Visit www.eteamz.com/AdrianHockeyAssociation/ to download printable forms OR (2) Pick up registration form at Arrington Ice Arena and submit the completed form with the registration fee. Please note that for the Fall 2008-09 season the Registration fee does not include USA Hockey registration. USA Hockey Registration is available on-line ( www.usahockeyregistration.com) and will be made available during the House Evaluation skate and other times at the rink as possible and must be turned in with a copy of the player's birth certificate for team registration.

Please use a separate form for each player. The registration fee is due in full at time of registration and is non- refundable. Fall registration deadline is September 13th for priority consideration.


Refunds

Registration fees are non-refundable except for those players not placed due to lack of space in AYHA programs.


Team/program Cancellation

The AYHA reserves the right to cancel any team or program if there is insufficient enrollment/interest or talent in the estimation of the Association to field the team/program.


Move up policy

AYHA strongly encourages all players to seek competition at their age appropriate levels. Parents who consider their child to possess superior skills and who are seeking higher competition and development should try out for a travel team. Should a parent/player want to move up (ie: mite house to squirt house, squirt house to peewee house) a written request must be submitted to the AYHA Board prior to it’s July meeting. The AYHA Board must approve all move-ups other than travel per its By-laws (a copy of the AYHA By-Laws is available for viewing on the AYHA website.


Sponsors

If you are interested in sponsoring a team, please contact the AYHA at adrianhockey@gmail.com or Chris Whaley at 517-403-6204. Please visit our website at www.eteamz.com/AdrianHockeyAssociation/ for more sponsor information. The AYHA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.


Volunteers

Parent volunteers are needed throughout the season. Please call us at 517-403-6204 or email us at adrianhockey@gmail.com if you are interested.


Coaches

Coaches and assistant coaches are needed. Application forms are available on our web site www.eteamz.com/AdrianHockeyAssociation/ or  email Justin Krall (Director of Coaches) at: adrianhockey@gmail.com . Please include "Attention Justin Krall: in the subject box

     

Rostering

Reminder: USA Hockey Registration and a copy of the player’s birth certificate is required for rostering for all (travel, house, girls and Learn to Play) programs.


Payment of Fees

Only the following methods of payment are accepted by the AYHA. (1) Payment in full by check or credit card at or prior to the evaluation skate (house players) and date of notification that the player has made the team (travel players). OR (2) Fully completed and approved submission of the Adrian Youth Hockey Association “Automatic Payment Authorization Form” with all required information per said form. Failure to make payments by one of these two options will result in the suspension of the player’s practice and playing privileges.


Questions/Comments

You can reach the AYHA for questions by calling 517-403-6204 or you can send an email to adrianhockey@gmail.com.