Lamoille Area Hockey Association
PO Box 1205 Morrisville, VT 05661
Player Application and Information Form
2008-2009 Season
LAHA Goals: To promote the growth of ice hockey by providing a safe and supervised environment that encourages families from all areas in the Lamoille County region to participate. By providing children with the proper instruction for basic skills, knowledge, positive guidance and attitude through teamwork, the children will develop a love for the sport that make the game rewarding at an affordable cost.
Eligibility
All Children, male or female, who are at least four years old as of December 31st of the registering year, and reside in the Lamoille County Area, are eligible to play.
PROGRAMS
Intro to Hockey-second session of Initiation (age 4 to 8 birthdates) January and February, 2008 $50.00
This is an introductory program designed to develop the players’ skating ability, learn basic hockey skills, and encourage the love of the fame and having fun while playing. Youth will successfully transition into initiation after having completed Intro to skating (6 week prerequisite which can be taken in October and November).
Initiation (age 4 to 8 birthdates) November – February, 2008 Cost $40.00 for 13 weeks
This program is designed to continue developing the players’ skating proficiency, stick handling and game skills. This program will use certified USA Hockey coaches and will follow the recommended USA Hockey program. Participants will be exposed to at least two tournament style events throughout the season.
Rec League (age 9 to 12) November – February, 2008 Cost $175.00 / early Discount $150.00*
The Rec league is intended for children who did not participate in a previous hockey program but still want to learn how to play hockey. It is a low level program aimed at providing fitness and recreation while teaching hockey skills and improving skating for children who want to explore ice hockey. The ability to skate is required. Sessions will be once a week on ½ surface.
Mites (age 6 to 8 birthdates 2000-2002) October – February, 2008 Cost$375.00 / early Discount $325.00*
Mites will follow USA Hockey recommended guidelines and will use USA Hockey certified coaching staff. This program will emphasize skating proficiency, stick handling, shooting, game strategy and good sportsmanship. LAHA anticipates that each team plays about 20 games of 3 vs 3 on cross ice at local arenas (Within an hours drive) as well as a tournament.
Squirt Team (age 9 to 10 birthdates 1998 & 1999) October – February, 2008 Cost $475.00 / early Discount $425.00*
PeeWee Team (age 11 to 12 birthdates 1996 & 1997) October – February, 2008 Cost $475.00 / early Discount $425.00*
Bantam Team (age 13 to 14 birthdates 1995 & 1996) October – February, 2008 Cost $475.00 / early Discount $425.00*
These programs will emphasize skating proficiency, stick handling, shooting, game strategy and good sportsmanship. These are local travel teams playing approximately 20 games per season as well as a tournament. (10 home games at LARC and 10 away games within an hours drive) All teams will follow USA Hockey recommended guidelines and will use USA Hockey certified coaching staff.
Preseason Midgets (age 14 to 17 birthdates 1990-1993) September – October 2007 Cost $400.00 / early Discount $350.00 Due by September 1st
Midget’s is a pre-season high school program designed for advanced hockey players. This program will follow all USA Hockey guidelines and will use certified USA Hockey coaches. This team will play approximately 12 games. Fundraising is included in the cost of the program.
ALL PLAYERS AND LAHA TEAMS
Equipment Requirements: All participants need full hockey gear including, water bottle along with a light and dark jersey for practices and scrimmages. Neck guards are MANDITORY FOR ALL PLAYERS. Mouth guards are mandatory for Squirt level up.
ALL PLAYERS MUST REGISTER ONLINE AT www.usahockey.com to obtain their USA Hockey Membership. The printout with your membership number must accompany the LAHA registration two weeks prior to the first date of practice. There is a $33.00 fee to register with the exception of Birthdates 2003 or later. If you do not have online accesses please visit your local library to obtain access. All other teams not listed above wishing to register under LAHA will pay a $5.00 per person membership fee, in addition to registering online for your USA Hockey Membership Number.
USA HOCKEY MEMBERSHIP NUMBER: _______________________
Players who do not have their USA Hockey Number WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE ICE until submitted to the registrar.
Again we are offering a payment schedule to help make the cost more manageable.
Payments MUST be submitted on or before these dates to prevent loss of ice time
First Payment Second Payment Third Payment
Initiation: $45.00 Oct. 15th $30.00 Nov. 15th $20.00 Dec. 15th
Mite: $175.00 Sept. 15th $100.00 Oct. 15th $100.00 Nov. 15th
Squirt: $200.00 Sept. 15th $150.00 Oct. 15th $125.00 Nov. 15th
PeeWee: $200.00 Sept. 15th $150.00 Oct. 15th $125.00 Nov. 15th
Bantam: $200.00 Sept. 15th $150.00 Oct. 15th $125.00 Nov. 15th
Rec Team: $ 0.00 $100.00 Nov. 15th $75.00 Dec. 15th
Midget: $200.00 Aug. 15th $200.00 Sept. 15th
***EARLY SEASON DISCOUNTS DO NOT APPLY TO THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE
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Please return with 3rd payment: Team ___________________________
Player ___________________________
Amount of payment _______________ Check Number _____________
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Please return with 2nd payment: Team ___________________________
Player __________________________
Amount of payment _______________ Check Number _____________
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Fundraising: LAHA will have a bottle drive in the fall, a Skate a Thon January 2009, and a third fundraiser in the spring. All LAHA members are asked to support our association by participating or you may choose a buyout fee of $200.00.
Players Name: _____________________________________________________
First Middle Initial Last
Address: __________________________________________________________
Date of Birth: _______________ Age: _______ School_____________________
Mother’s Name: ______________________ Phone/Cell____________________
Father’s Name: _______________________ Phone/Cell____________________
Program: _______________ Cost$___________ I am transferring from: _______
I will participate in fundraising events ____ I opt the buyout fee of $200.00 _____
Practice Jersey $20.00 x _____ (quantity) = $_____ Total $_________________
Full Payment Enclosed $_______ check #______ Partial Payment Enclosed $______ check # _____
The player named above has my permission to participate in the activities of the Lamoille Area Hockey Association. I agree to pay the fees and abide by the policies established by the Board of Directors. If I fail to do so, the player will not be allowed to participate. I will not hold responsible LAHA, its officers and coaches; or the Lamoille Area Recreational Center (LARC formally CREW) Ice Rink and its staff for any incidents or injuries occurring as a result of activities sponsored or directed by LAHA. I give my permission for LAHA or its representatives to obtain emergency medical attention for my child if I am not available for consultation at the time of injury.
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Parent or Guardian Signature Date
___ Child has no medical history
___ Child has medical history: Must complete form
___ I have read the Parent handbook from LAHA and have accepted the terms.