2011 BC HOCKEY TIER 1 CHAMPIONSHIPS HOSTED BY ABBOTSFORD MINOR HOCKEY

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1 2011 BC HOCKEY TIER 1 CHAMPIONSHIPS HOSTED BY ABBOTSFORD MINOR HOCKEY AN EXPERIENCE THAT IS FUN AND SAFE! Page 1

2 BC HOCKEY 2011 Bantam Tier 1 Championships March 20 th 24 th, 2011 MSA Arena 2323 Emerson Street Abbotsford, BC BC Hockey District Director: Lochie Bell : :lbell@bchockey.net Chairperson: Deb Smith : :bantamtier1provincials@shaw.ca COMMITTEE AMHA Representatives Banquet & Coach/Manager Meeting Fundraising & Sponsorships On-Site Photographer Raffle Table & 50/50 Draws Merchandise & Program Accommodations Volunteer Schedule Treasurer Trevor Bamford & Erik Hobbs Deb Smith & Kathy Virtanen Chris Biermann & Kal Kaila Parm Kooner & Traci Skapski Don Simpson Brigitte Virtanen Lisa Baron Page 2

3 General Information As there will be no admission charge to the games, we hope that everyone attending will generously support our 50/50 and raffle draws to help offset expenses. Raffle Table and 50/50 Draws There will be some unique baskets on our raffle table. We would like to ask all participating teams to bring a basket representing their area to contribute to the raffle table. Photographs We hope to have a photographer onsite to take individual pictures as well as a group photo of all six teams on the ice after the Opening Ceremonies. Pin and souvenir exchanges Any exchange of pins or souvenirs must be done off the ice. In keeping with the Fair Play guidelines, teams bringing such items must bring sufficient numbers for all players on all teams. Team Host and 7 th Man We are planning to assign a Host to each team for the week. In addition to the Host, teams will also be assigned an Atom player to help out for the entire championship. Hockey Fest...Beyond the Pond at the Tradex All teams will receive complimentary passes for players and team personnel. There will be a special Championship Family Pass available for purchase. Please be sure to make some time to attend this exciting event. More information can be found at the end of this package or by going to Championship Merchandise The following merchandise will be available for pre-order mid-february with limited quantities on-site. Pre-order cost will be less than on-site cost! Order forms will be sent to confirmed teams. Short/Long sleeve t-shirt Golf shirt Hoodie Ball cap Lanyard Program Page 3

4 General Information Banquet Saturday, March 19 th, 6:00 pm Tradex, 1190 Cornell Street Abbotsford, BC Cost: $20.00 per person Opening Ceremonies Sunday, March 20 th, 7:30 pm MSA Arena, 2323 Emerson St All teams to attend in team jerseys (more information will be in your Registration package) Coach & Manager Meeting Saturday, March 19 th, 8:00 pm Tradex, 1190 Cornell Street Abbotsford, BC Closing Ceremonies Wednesday or Thursday March 23 rd or March 24 th MSA Arena, 2323 Emerson St Following the final game Banquet You ve travelled all day and have arrived safely in Abbotsford for an exciting and memorable week of championship hockey. What better way to get things started than to attend the banquet, enjoy a great meal and listen to inspirational words from our guest speaker, EJ McGuire, Executive Director of NHL Central Scouting & Vice President Hockey Operations, NHL. We are very excited to have our banquet hosted by Hockey Fest Beyond The Pond and together we are planning a memorable evening full of special guests and surprises! The banquet will be for players, coaches and managers only. All players and team personnel are asked to attend in dress pants, shirt and tie. More information will be included in the registration package. Coach/Manager Meeting All coaching staff and managers are required to attend the meeting on Saturday evening after the Banquet. Page 4

5 Attending Team Requirements Once your team has earned their spot in the Championships, we will require the following information. A complete registration package with detailed instructions will be sent to the team manager once you have qualified. Official Team Picture Ensure the quality of the picture is good as we will be using it in our program and all other championship print material. Please list the names of everyone in order as they appear in the team picture. Association Logo Please send a jpeg image of your association logo and your home and away jersey colors. Contact Information Please provide Head Coach and Manager names, home/cell numbers, and addresses. Scouting Package Information We will be producing a Scouting Book that will list all teams and players. We will require player s height, weight, position, R/L shot, DOB, and parent names. Mandatory Equipment Checks The RCM will do an equipment check before the start of each team s first game and randomly after that time. Players with illegal/worn equipment will not be able to participate using the illegal equipment. Bring extra helmet screws, gloves and tape. Ensure your local Risk Management Coordinator or District Director does an equipment check with your team before coming to the championships to avoid any disappointments. Most frequent illegal equipment findings: glove palms, helmet fit and J hooks, stick plugs and neck guards with BNQ certification not clearly visible. Goalie helmets must have chin cups and side straps. Page 5

6 MSA Arena You will find Abbotsford in the heart of the Fraser Valley with a spectacular view of majestic Mt. Baker. MSA Arena is easily accessed from Hwy 1 by two exits. 1) From the Clearbrook Road exit, turn on to Marshall Road, head east and turn left on to Emerson Street. 2) From the McCallum road exit, travel north on McCallum to Marshall Road, turn left heading west and turn right on to Emerson Street. The arena is on the left just north of Bevan Avenue. MSA Arena has ample parking and is directly across the street from Centennial Park and Mill Lake. Take a walk around the lake, go for a swim in the outdoor pool, or enjoy a picnic lunch and watch the ducks. MSA Arena was one of the locations used in the making of Miracle. South Fraser Way is the main street through Abbotsford and is within walking distance of the Arena. This is where you will find both major shopping centers as well as numerous restaurants and other services. Visiting Abbotsford will introduce you to an eclectic blend of modern urban style and friendly country living. So come for the hockey but be sure to explore the many sites and activities Abbotsford has to offer! Page 6

7 Accommodations Please do NOT book rooms until you have qualified within your District. We have guaranteed all rooms and the hotels know to expect confirmations from one team in each District at the beginning of March. Please quote BC Hockey Bantam Tier 1 Championship at the time of booking to receive the special rate. Best Western Regency Inn Marshall Road kms/4 minutes from MSA Arena *RATE: $ per night plus taxes with full hot breakfast The Best Western Regency Inn & Conference Centre is Abbotsford s largest hotel, and the closest to the Abbotsford Airport, Tradex and the Abbotsford Regional Hospital & Cancer Centre. We offer two indoor pools and Jacuzzis, and provide a generous deluxe hot breakfast, business centre and wireless internet included in our rate. The ABC Country Restaurant is on site with a expansive menu of local flavours. With 128 rooms and suites, we can accommodate business, leisure, tour and groups of all sizes. DIRECTIONS: To get to the Best Western Regency Inn & Conference Centre from the Trans Canada Highway #1, take Exit 87 (Clearbrook Road) North, turn right on Marshall Road. Best Western Bakerview Sumas Way kms/5 minutes from MSA Arena *RATE: $94.00 per night plus taxes no breakfast With a spectacular view of Mt. Baker, the Best Western Bakerview Inn is conveniently located within walking distance of major shopping areas and restaurants. The popular Crossroads Restaurant, open from 6:30 am to 10:00 pm daily, is located on site. DIRECTIONS: To get to the Best Western Bakerview from the Trans Canada Highway #1, take Exit 92 (Sumas Way) North. Comfort Inn Clearbrook Road km/9 minutes from MSA Arena *RATE: $ per night plus taxes no breakfast Centrally located at Exit 87 off the Trans-Canada Highway, only minutes from the Abbotsford International Airport and the Fraser Valley Trade & Exhibition Centre - Tradex. All of our rooms include irons/ironing boards, hairdryers, dataports, free cable television & movie channel, and in-room coffee. Pets are welcome for a fee. DIRECTIONS: To get to the Comfort Inn from the Trans Canada Highway #1, take Exit 87 (Clearbrook Road) North. Page 7

8 Please visit for all your trip planning details! Attraction Address Website Abbotsford Heat (AHL) Abbotsford Entertainment Center King Road Historic Downtown Abbotsford Essendene Bakerview EcoDairy 1356 Sumas Way Birchwood Dairy s Farm Market and Coffee Shop 1154 Fadden Road Little Farmhouse Country Market 2551 Montrose Street Goat s Pride Dairy Olund Road Trethewey House Heritage Site 2313 Ware Street Clayburn Village Store & Tea Shop Clayburn Road Page 8

9 Restaurants and Coffee Shops We will be visiting local restaurants and coffee shops to arrange for special championship pricing. Details will be included in your welcome package. Casual Dining *Milestone's Sumas Way *Paliotti s Italian Restaurant Essendene Avenue *Special championship meal prices will be available at the above two restaurants ABC Country Restaurant Marshall Road Boston Pizza (2 locations) 2060 Sumas Way South Fraser Way Denny's Restaurant Simon Avenue Duke of Dublin Olde Irish Pub South Fraser Way Earl's Restaurants South Fraser Way International House of Pancakes South Fraser Way Little Farm House in the City 2551 Montrose Avenue Mitch Miller's Essendene Avenue Presto Cucina South Fraser Way Red Robin Restaurant South Fraser Way Swiss Chalet Rotisserie & Grill South Fraser Way Whitespot (Abbotsford) South Fraser Way Page 9

10 Food on the Go & Coffee Pita Pit South Fraser Way Quiznos South Fraser Way Sumas Way South Fraser Way Subway Sandwiches & Salads South Fraser Way George Ferguson Way Sumas Way South Fraser Way Tim Hortons South Fraser Way McCallum Road Sumas Way Sumas Way Pizza Hut South Fraser Way Starbucks Coffee Company South Fraser Way Sumas Way South Fraser Way South Fraser Way (Safeway) Grocery Stores Price Smart South Fraser Way Real Canadian Superstore 2855 Gladwin Road Safeway South Fraser Way Save-On-Foods 2140 Sumas Way Drug Stores London Drugs South Fraser Way (West Oaks Mall) Shopper s Drug Mart South Fraser Way (Sevenoaks Mall South Fraser Way (open 24 hours) Page 10

11 Shopping Sevenoaks Shopping Centre South Fraser Way Costco Wholesale 1127 Sumas Way Michaels, The Arts & Craft Store South Fraser Way Pier 1 Imports South Fraser Way West Oaks Mall South Fraser Way Walmart 1812 Vedder Way Winners/Home Sense 1335 Sumas Way Zellers 1225 Sumas Way Sports Stores / Skate sharpening **There will be skate sharpening available at the Arena** Do Sports Inc South Fraser Way Sports Zone South Fraser Way Hub Sports Essendene Avenue Mad Dog's Source For Sports 2556 Montrose Avenue Sport Chek South Fraser Way Sport Mart South Fraser Way Medical Facilities Abbotsford Regional Hospital Marshall Road Abbotsford Village Medical Clinic 2050 Sumas Way Bakerview Medical Clinic South Fraser Way Oasis Physiotherapy 3106 Clearbrook Road Sport & Spine Physiotherapy 2375 West Railway Page 11

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