2017-18 Season Mite / 8U Parent Meeting Hockey Brad Breeggemann, Mite/8U Coordinator brad.breeggemann@gmail.com (612) 600-3658 www.newpraguehockey.com
While We re Waiting Duluth Hockey State of the State of Hockey Why Play Cross Ice Hockey? ADM Introduction Video NHL Analytics Tracking of 8U Hockey Players Fun Stuff
Agenda 1. Welcome to NPHA 2. Youth Hockey Structure 3. Website and Parent Handbook 4. Registration Information 5. Volunteer Requirements 6. Fundraising 7. SafeSport Program 8. Parent Expectations 9. Mite Program 10. ADM (American Development Model) 11. Save the Dates 12. Questions?
Welcome to NPHA Are you registered? If so, congrats, you are now a member of the NPHA Weekly Newsletter A weekly newsletter is emailed to everyone whose email was entered during the registration process. Please read! Get familiar with our website www.newpraguehockey.com Get involved! Volunteers make OUR association work It makes the experience more enjoyable
Welcome to NPHA - Administrative Structure Board of Directors - Elected by association members (YOU) at the end of every season. The board meets every second Wednesday at the State Bank of New Prague. Any special board meetings are advertised to the membership via email. All are welcome e to attend the board meetings. Coordinators - Appointed by the Board of Directors Safe Sport Coordinator Equipment Coordinator Outdoor Rink Coordinator Ice Time Coordinator Raffle Calendar Coordinator Hockey Fest Coordinator Sponsor Coordinator Volunteer Coordinator Concession Stand Coordinator Clothing and Apparel Coordinator Hockey Development Committee (HDC) Coordinator Mite Coordinator
Youth Hockey Structure USA Hockey www.usahockey.com Minnesota Hockey www.minnesotahockey.org District i t 6 www.d6hockey.com New Prague Hockey www.newpraguehockey.com Use these websites to educate yourself on the sport and the opportunities there are for you son/daughter in hockey.
Youth Hockey Structure - Teams within New Prague Hockey Boys Mites (8 and under) Squirts (10 and under) Peewees (12 and under) Bantams (14 and under) Junior Gold (18 and under) Girls Mites / 8U (8 and under) 10U (10 and under) 12U (12 and under) 15U (15 and under) 19U (19 and under) Note ages run July 1 to June 30th, NOT calendar year. Try to follow school ages so you play with your peers in school. Different than the rest of USA and Canada youth hockey.
Website www.newpraguehockey.com Schedule Team Information Dibs (Volunteer Hours) Contact Information Documents
Parent Handbook Parent Handbook is located under Org Operating Docs section of website Parent guide to New Prague Hockey Developed by the NPHA Board of Directors and Hockey Development Committee (HDC) Reviewed each year Its intent is to provide the goals, organization, policies, procedures, and duties to all NPHA members. All parents are to be familiar and adhere to the policies and procedures outlined. If at any time a parent or player has a question that is not addressed in the Parent Handbook, please ask a board member. A list of NPHA Board of Directors can be found in Appendix A.
Registration Information Rena Bjerke, NPHA Registrar r.bjerke@mediacombb.net (952) 461-3848 Level 1, 2, 3/4 Deadline is October 30 th for Mite / 8U USA Hockey Confirmation number NPACC Usage Fee Purchase of raffle calendars Volunteer / Fundraising Options Acceptance of Handbook Consent to Treat Forms Birth Certificates WaiversW i 10
Registration Information - Mite Hockey Season Costs (Single Child Estimate) Typical Birthdates Level From To Typical Grade Registration Fee USA Hockey Fee Community Center User Fee Wreath, Pizza, Cookie Dough Fundraiser Buyout ($350 Single) ** Raffle Calendar Sales Total with No Fundraising ** Total with Fundraising Mite 1 7/1/10 6/30/13 Pre K,K,1 $0 $0 $50 $350 $300 $700 $50 Mite 2 7/1/09 6/30/12 K,1,2 $275 $50 $50 $350 $300 $1025 $375 Mite 3/4 & 8U 7/1/08 6/30/11 1,2,3 $350 $50 $50 $350 $300 $1100 $450 ** Fundraising is not all or nothing. Any amount of fundraising can be completed to lower out of pocket costs. USA Hockey Fee: This fee is paid directly to USA Hockey and applies only to birth years of 2010 and older. insurance, coaching education, coaching materials. This helps pay for New Prague Community Center User Fee: When the New Prague Area Community Center (NPACC) was built, the NPHA committed to requiring a $50 annual user fee from all of its members, to be given to the NPACC to help with operating costs. Once a family has reached $500, they are no longer required to pay the annual user fee. This fee is not refundable. New mites should be registered for Level 1; adjustments to upper levels will be made following placements (invoices will be sent for the additional fees). Similarly, if you registered for an upper level you will receive a refund for the differenceif your son or daughter is placed on a lower level team.
Volunteer Requirements Volunteer hours can be fulfilled by: 1. Working in the concession stand 1. If you want to hire a pre-approved student, the cost is $10 an hour. Approved students names and contact info are in the concession stand or contact Dawn Wilmes at dawnwilmes@msn.com or (612) 850-6803. 2. A family can also buy out any or all of their concession stand hours, at the current buy out rate of $20 per hour. 2. See the Dibs Tab on the website for other available opportunities. 3. Please don t wait until the last minute to work your volunteer hours. Each family is required to work 22 hours. INCLUDING FIRST YEAR FAMILIES. 4. If you have more than one player, claim hours under the same player the entire season. 5. Unclaimed hours will be billed at $25 per hour.
Volunteer Requirements - Other Volunteer Opportunities Team Manager Various Coordinator Positions
Fundraising Wreaths/Cookie Dough/Heggies Pizza Fundraiser If you are a new family to hockey you are exempt from this fundraiser. It is mandatory to fundraise or buy out for ½ price. Each family is required to sell $700 per player or $900 per family. For those that choose to buy out this fundraiser, the current buy out is $350 per player or $450 per family, payable at the time of registration. Raffle Calendar Fundraiser This fundraiser is mandatory for everyone (even new families). Each family is required to purchase 15 raffle calendars at $20 each ($300). You paid for the calendars at registration. You can keep or sell the calendars. They will be handed out in November, see your team manager for details.
SafeSport Program Jennifer Boulden, SafeSport Coordinator bouldenjen@bevcomm.net (952) 212-2725 p Purpose The USA Hockey SafeSport program was developed to give all participants (and their parents) confidence that they are playing our sport in the safest possible environment, both on and off the ice. USA Hockey has implemented policies addressing certain types of abuse and misconduct, and certain policies intended to reduce, monitor and govern the areas where potential abuse and misconduct can occur. 15
SafeSport Program Who Must Complete Training? Coaches Managers Board Members Coordinators Locker Room Monitors Who Must Complete SafeSport Training? Parents are able to access all the SafeSport training in the Parents section of our website. USA Hockey is committed to creating a safe and positive environment for its participants physical, emotional, and social development and to ensuring that it promotes an environment free from abuse and misconduct. USA Hockey has ZERO TOLERANCE policy regarding all forms of abuse and/or misconduct. 16
SafeSport Program What is Addressed? What topics will the SafeSport Program address? Sexual Abuse Physical Abuse Emotional Abuse Bullying, Threats and Harassment Hazing Locker room, social media, and travel guidelines What topics does the SafeSport Program NOT address? Coaching Style Structure/Plan of Game Play Distribution of Playing Time Player Position Assignments Disputes between parent/player expectations and coaches expectations Incidents that occur outside the realm of NPHA activities (i.e. neighborhood, school, etc.) **Please Note: Issues not related to abuse or misconduct are treated as grievances between parties. Procedures for addressing grievances are defined in the NPHA Parent Handbook. Please refer to this document for more information. 17
SafeSport Program Key Points Key Points SafeSport guidelines apply to all participants: parents, players, coaches and community members. Players should not enter a locker room until a coach/locker room monitor is present. NO electronic devices are allowed in locker rooms (i.e. phones, cameras, etc.). Mixed gender teams will plan for separate changing times. Locker rooms must be secured while players are on the ice. Any misconduct on the part of a participant/s that violates these guidelines will be reported immediately and investigated by the NPHA SafeSport Coordinator with collaboration from the District 6 SafeSport Coordinator and/or the MN Hockey SafeSport Coordinator. Misconduct that allegedly violates any legal statute (i.e. sexual abuse) will immediately be referred to local law enforcement agencies and NPHA SafeSport involvement will be suspended pending the outcome of the local law enforcement s investigation. A report made in bad faith may result in disciplinary action for the participant filing the allegation. 18
SafeSport Program Potential Consequences Potential Consequences Temporary Suspension Permanent Suspension Removal from all NPHA sponsored events Referral to law enforcement authorities Legal charges Permanent criminal record 19
SafeSport Program Contact Information Contacts If any SafeSport concerns are noted contact immediately via phone or email: Jennifer Boulden, SafeSport Coordinator bouldenjen@bevcomm.net (952) 212-2725 Scott Gray, SafeSport Coordinator, Minnesota Hockey: (612) 349-9512 New Prague Police Department: 911 or (952) 758-2791 Scott County Human Services: (952) 445-7751 Note: A mandated reporter who knows or has reason to believe that a child is or has been neglected or physically/sexually abused and fails to report is guilty of a misdemeanor. 20
Parent Expectations P is for A is for R is for E is for N is for T is for S is for Praising, which your child needs often. Accepting decisions that are made. Respect of coaches, players, parents and officials. Encouraging healthy competition. Needing to be positive Time, putting your time into the program. Smiling at the growth. Relax, It s Just A Game
Parent Expectations - Keeping Things in Perspective Balance is a MUST! Don t participate in Hockey to get your child a college scholarship or an NHL contract. You would be better off putting all the money you are going to spend on hockey in a college fund. Keep long term health and happiness of your child in mind at all times helps keep perspective. Hockey (sports) help develop your son/daughter as a well rounded person. Your hockey experience is a journey, enjoy the journey. The journey is the reward. Help minimize the Rumor Mill in the lobby by not participating. Ask someone who should know (Board or HDC member). Hockey is just part of your child s youth sports and education experience. Encourage participation in other sports makes for a well rounded athlete.
Parent Expectations - Three Promises of Youth Hockey Watch Your Kid Soar THREE PROMISES OF YOUTH HOCKEY As a parent, you understand it is important for your child to get the most out of participating in youth sports. To ensure your child has an enjoyable experience, youth hockey aims to deliver Three Promises 1. PROMISE OF FUN The thrill of carrying the puck up the ice, the exhilaration of scoring their first goal or the camaraderie of skating with friends is possible due to the fun and encouraging environment youth hockey yprovides to try new things and grow as a person. 2. PROMISE OF GUIDANCE Youth hockey is unique because a new player must start from the very basics of essentially learning to walk again. Your local youth hockey program has instructors that are able to teach the sometimes challenging skills of ice hockey in a fun, engaging manner. 3. PROMISE OF ACHIEVEMENT You will be amazed at the progress your child will make in a short amount of time. Both you and your child will walk away from the rink each day, excited about all the new things that your young hockey player has started to learn on the ice.
Mite Program Mite 1 (Mini Mites/Rookie Mites) - Entry level players follow USA Hockey s American Development Model (ADM). Mite 2 (Mites/Beginner Mites) - Players continue USA Hockey s American Development Model (ADM) skills stations while transitioning to half ice games. Practices focus on stick handling, skating, and edge work mixed in with ADM type skills stations. Mite 3 (Intermediate Mites) - Players continue USA Hockey s American Development Model (ADM) skills stations while transitioning to 6 full ice games. Mite 4 (Advanced d Mites) - Players continue USA Hockey s American Development Model (ADM) skills while playing District 6 full ice games. Practices focus on stick handling, skating, edge work, and team concepts and are mixed in with ADM type skills stations. Girls 6U - Entry level players follow USA Hockey s American Development Model (ADM). Girls 8U - Players continue USA Hockey s American Development Model (ADM) skills while playing District 6 full ice games. Practices focus on stick handling, skating, edge work, and team concepts and are mixed in with ADM type skills stations.
Mite Program - How are teams selected? Mite Placements 11/4-11/5 - Mite Placements 11/11-11/12 - Final Mite Placements Mite teams are selected based and age AND ability. Our philosophy is that kids develop best when competing against players of like ability. Too wide a skill range limits top and bottom growth both top and bottom players get bored and disinterested. Placements are run by HDC and Mite Coordinator When possible non-parent evaluators are utilized for placements.
Mite Program - Anticipated Teams Mite 1 Mite 2 Mite 3 Mite 4 Mite 1 Black Mite 2 Black Mite 3 Black Mite 4 Black Mite 1 Red Mite 2 Red Mite 3 Red Mite 1 White Mite 2 White Mite 3 White Girls 6U Girls 8U
Mite Program - Placement Schedule Date Session Start Time End Time 11/04/2017 1 08:40 AM 09:40 AM 11/04/2017 2 09:50 AM 10:50 AM 11/04/2017 3 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 11/05/2017 1 08:40 AM 09:40 AM 11/05/2017 2 09:50 AM 10:50 AM 11/05/2017 3 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 11/11/2017 1 09:50 AM 10:40 AM 11/11/2017 2 10:50 AM 11:40 AM 11/11/2017 3 11:50 AM 12:50 PM 11/12/2017 1 08:40 AM 09:40 AM 11/12/2017 2 09:50 AM 10:50 AM 11/12/2017 3 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 11/15/2017 Board Meeting teams posted after board approval 11/18/2017 Team practices begin * Look for an email that indicates which session to attend.
Mite Program - What do you need for placements? 1. Full Mite gear including neck guard and mouth guard 2. White, black, or Trojan colored socks 3. White or black practice jersey 4. We prefer a black helmet but understand that purchasing a new helmet may not be possible 5. Reversible pinnies will be handed out the first day at check-in
Mite Program - Equipment 1. Shin Guards Check for proper lengths so they protect from knee to skate. 2. Hockey Socks Team colored socks will be provided. 3. Hockey Pants / Breezers Held in proper position by suspenders or a belt. Pants provide protection for the lower spine, hips and thighs. 4. Skates Purchase skates that will fit your child today with no more than ½ allowed for growth. Seek adequate protection in the ankle, toe and instep areas. Improperly fitted skates will hamper your child s ability to skate. Properly fitted skates are critical to developing a good skating stride. 5. Shoulder Pads Adjust to fit the individual at the time of purchase. A fiber cap is extremely important in preventing shoulder separations and should extend to the tip of the shoulder. 6. Elbow Pads Properly fitted so they do not slide. 7. Jersey Team colored jerseys will be provided. 8. Helmet and Facemask Must be of a design and construction approved by the Hockey Equipment Certification Council (HECC). Must be sized at the time of purchase to fit properly. The chin strap must always be fastened. Check screws monthly to be sure they are tight. 9. Gloves Check for proper fit with good finger and hand mobility. 10. Stick Length should generally extend from the ice to the players chin (with skates on) or from the ground to the player s nose (with skates off). Quality and price differ greatly, so the choice is yours. Too long of a stick impedes development. 11. Mouth guard Required for players in NPHA. District 6 requires a tethered mouth guard. 12. Neck guard Required for players in NPHA. District 6 requires neck guards. 13. Supporter and Cup/ Pelvic Protector Essential protective equipment. Girls also require protection.
Mite Program Equipment continued Stick Flex The Flex rating of your hockey stick should be less than half your body weight. Why Flex? It s not really about the flex it s about the kick you get after you let the flex go! Imagine you are using a bow & arrow. Can a child use an adult's bow & arrow? Would they be able to pull the bow string back to fire that arrow? Pulling the bow string loads the power into the arrow. When you let it go - you release all the power you put into it. That s the kick you want! It s the same idea with shooting in hockey You load power into your stick to load the shot, and then kick or flex gain helps to launch your shot. If a hockey stick is too stiff, a young player won t be strong enough to get any kick from their stick, and they resort to flipping the puck, forming a bad shooting habit. Thank you to Raven Hockey for the donation!
Mite Program HDC Philosophy To instill a love for the game of hockey in our players is our highest priority Development of individual skills is second Use the American Development Model (ADM) Play multiple sports at young age (we want athletes) Place players on teams of like ability, not just age If your son/daughter loves the game and has mastered skating for their level coming out of mites, their potential is unlimited!
Mite Program HDC Philosophy Place players on teams of like ability Why? Allows players to experience success and failure Keeps players interested Provides for development across the board Provides good opportunity for competitive exercises Builds player confidence Allow players to develop at their own pace Keep the kids coming back!
Mission: Get more American kids to play, love and excel in hockey. Who is behind the Development of ADM? NHL funded USA Hockey and it s development to the tune of $5,000,000! The NHL wanted to develop more and better USA born hockey players.
Why ADM at Mite/8U Level? Develop a passion for our sport first - If they don t love it, they won t play it and excel at it! Resource utilization In the average youth practice players are active for 12 to 16 minutes in an hour practice slot We want to double this to approximately 30 minutes Development is cumulative In a one hour game, the average youth player has the puck on his or her stick for 30 seconds Increase puck touches by utilizing station practice method to 20 plus minutes That is 60 times more puck time in practice than in a game! Cross-Ice Games for all Mites Increase puck time and play time Skating skills repetition - stop, start and change directions far more often Increase the competition - number of puck battles goes up Reduce the time and space, increase the decision making (hockey sense) Playing surface fits the size of our players Players that succeed at the higher levels are the ones who can play in traffic this playing format increases the traffic
Playing Surface to fit the Player Other Sports Do It Too From Child's View, Parents Find Full-Ice Hockey No Fun A pro-size ball measures 28 inches, while a youth-size ball measures 24 inches. In pro baseball, the distance from the pitcher s mound to home plate is 60 6, while in Little League it s only 46 feet. Field size for U-8 runs between (20yds TO 25yds) & (30yds TO 40yds) while the pro-size International field is between (70yds TO 80yds) & (110yds TO 120yds) Pro base lines are 90 feet while Little League the base line are 60 feet. A pro basketball hoop measures 10 feet high. Younger kids play with a hoop that s as much as 2 feet lower. They also play cross court.
5 or 6 Stations, approximately 40 players (40 60 players says USA Hockey) 1 station of ABC s (agility, balance, coordination & speed), 1 station of puck control, 1 station of passing or shooting, 1 station of hockey play (1v1, 2v2, 3v3), 2 stations with a skating emphasis Of the 5-6 stations 2-3 are always done in a games/play format Play is the key to unlock extended effort at repetition 1 2 3 6 1 2 3 1 1 2 2 3 4 3 6 5 4 5 4 5 6 4 5
The Optimal Window of Trainability for 8U Mites is for speed and flexibility On-ice focus for Mites is on Fundamental Movement Skills Mites and ABC s Off-ice focus is on coordination, balance, flexibility and speed Speed training can also be included on the ice in the form of races and tagging games
ADM for Mites/8U @ New Prague 30 75 players each practice session 2-3 Ice/dry land sessions per week 60 min ice sessions 4 month season Young mites play cross ice Older mites play combination of cross and full ice Coaches have set practice plans for the entire season to ensure no one is left behind
Save The Dates Team Pictures - TBD Saturday January 27, 2018 Quinn s Cup Outdoor pond hockey event held annually to celebrate the life of an 8 year old Mite player from Edina who died suddenly of Myocarditis. Parents need only pay $10 for the event (team managers will collect) NPHA is subsidizing the difference. Skate During Intermission of Varsity Game - TBD March 1-4, 2018 Bloomington Mite Jamboree Annual Mite Jamboree 2 or 3 games played at Bloomington Ice Gardens NPHA pays for one Mite Jamboree teams may choose to participate in more, but the cost is to paid for by the team.
Questions? Thank you for coming and enjoy the season