Q: How are divisions
determined?
Divisions have general age ranges but we do consider
skill level as more of a determining factor. If a
player is dominating a division we will sometimes move
them up to play with older players so they can fit in
better, and advance their own skills. If a player is a
beginner, we will sometimes keep them in a level just
below their age group. They can have fun and learn some
basic skills then move up to the next division when they
are ready. This way the player feels comfortable and has
fun.
Q: How
did you decide who was on each team?
After evaluations, all players are put into 3 categories
by the League Board Members. We try to balance out
all the teams by having equal numbers of Advanced,
Intermediate, and Novice level players on each team. We
also do our best to consider all requests such as
carpooling, a favorite coach, friends, etc. Our goal is
to have all teams as equal as possible by playoffs.
Q: If
my child does not have all of his equipment can they
still play?
No
they can’t play. Even though checking is not allowed,
contact is part of hockey and it is important that all
players have all the required equipment.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT- For players 16 and under:
HECC approved helmet with
face shield/mask, elbow pads, mouthpiece, hockey shin
guards,
hockey
gloves, protective cup for boys, stick, and skates with
no brakes.
Recommended equipment for all players is:
hip pads, padded hockey pants, protective cup or pelvic
protector, chest protection, shoulder pads and throat
protection.
