The Mite team for the 2011-12 season is for players born in 2003 or later. The NVHA Mite team will play at either the "B' or "C' level of the Mite division of the Greater Springfield League (GSL). The GSL follows the American Development Model or ADM, a nationwide model for successfully developing American hockey players. The ADM recommends that for younger players, the ice surface be divided into sections and multiple cross-ice games be played simultaneously. This results in a better experience for the players with more chances to handle the puck and it also substantially reduces the cost to each team. More information on the ADM can be found here. The games in the Mite division of the GSL are played in a 4-on-4 cross-ice format with a goalie. A referee or coach will be on the ice to keep the game organized. No score is kept in these games and the emphasis is on fun and participation. Our home rink is Lossone Rink at the Williston Northampton School in Easthampton, MA. The Mite team practices Thursday nights, either in Easthampton or Holyoke. Practice is 50 minutes long and starts no later than 7:10PM. Cost is $150 due at registration and 5 monthly payments of $90. This includes hockey socks and use of an NVHA jersey for the season Season starts Oct. 1 and ends in mid-March This team is suitable for players who have some skating background but hockey experience is not required. If you have any questions about your child's readiness for this program, please contact kjslough@gmail.com or any of the coaches listed below. |
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