NAZARETH HOCKEY CLUB

2007-08 Season

FAQ’s

What Teams do you have?

• We will try to field the following teams:

• Developmental – 1^st through 3^rd grades

• Youth – 3^rd though 5^th grades

• MS – 6^th through 8^th grades

• JV – 9^th and 10^th

• VS – 11^th and 12^th

• Players may be moved up or down a level based on ability

• If we have too many kids for one team at a level we will attempt to field 2.  We can enter as many teams in the league as we wish.

How long is the season?

• Practices Start in September and run through February

• Practices are 1 day per week, Sundays 4 to 5PM for Youth and Middle School and 5 to 6Pm for JV and Varsity

• Youth and MS games start in November and are on weekends

• JV and Varsity games start in October and are during the week.

• There is 1 game per week at all levels

Where are the games and how many are there?

• Most games are at The Rink on Macarthur road with a few at the Bethlehem Skate Zone

• Youth – 10 games

• MS – 14 games

• JV and Varsity -  18 games

Does this interfere with other sports?

• In most instances this does not interfere with other sports

• At the Youth and MS levels all games and practices are on the weekend

• The league is perfect for multi sport athletes

• This is the right fit for those who can’t make the commitment to a full travel program, play other sports, or can’t afford travel hockey

• This is also a good opportunity for travel players to get extra ice time and represent their school

Is there a lot of hitting and contact?

• At the Youth / Developmental league games are non contact.  No checking allowed

• From MS on checking is permitted.

What experience is required?

• For the Youth / developmental teams no real experience is required.  Knowing how to skate is a plus.

• For the MS team you should know how to skate and have some basics down around stick handling and shooting

• For Varsity and JV you need to know how to play

What equipment is required? 

• Equipment required is governed by USA Hockey rules and includes:

• Helmet with face mask

• Mouth guard

• Shoulder pads

• Elbow pads

• Gloves

• Pants

• Cup

• Shin guards

• Skates

• Stick

What are the team costs?

• Costs depend on league fees and the number of players.  08/09 estimated fees are;

• Youth - $375

• MS - $450

• JV/ VS - $750

What are the equipment costs?

• Players can spend anywhere from $200 to $600 depending on quality

• New Youth and MS players are encouraged to contact the club.   Equipment is available for loan.

• Nazareth Ice Hockey Jerseys cost $45 each.  At the Youth level only 1 is required.  From MS through Varsity a player needs 2.  This is often a one time cost as jerseys can last years.

How can I reduce my costs?

• Work with club coaches to purchase used equipment.

• Siblings get a discount.

• Club fundraisers offer the opportunity to make money to be applied against your fees

• Help recruit more players.  The more players we have the less each individual has to pay

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