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| Initiation Program |
| Description: |
This program is designed to meet needs of the beginning player. Basic skills will be taught in a non-competitive environment. Fun, physical development and a social environment are stressed. |
| Ages: |
3-7 |
| Practices: |
Once per week, typically early Saturday morning. |
| Season Length: |
Early October - February. |
| Games: |
No organized competitive games are involved however some fun games may be organized by the coaches from time to time. |
| Travel: |
None. |
| Equipment Required: |
Skates,
Helmet, Stick - recommended: shin guards, elbow pads,
socks, and gloves (mittens OK at this level). |
| Provided by League: |
Jersey. |
| Cost: |
See
our registration
form. |
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| Mite House Program |
| Description: |
This program is designed to provide opportunities to play for enjoyment, fitness, relaxation, and fellowship. Skill development and team concepts are stressed rather than winning. |
| Ages: |
8 and under. |
| Practices: |
Twice per week. Typically weeknights. |
| Season Length: |
Early October - February. |
| Games: |
Competitive
house games are typically held every week. |
| Travel: |
None. |
| Equipment Required: |
Skates,
Helmet, Stick, shin guards, elbow pads, gloves, hockey
pants, socks, recommended - shoulder pads. |
| Provided by League: |
Jersey. |
| Cost: |
See
our registration
form |
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| Mite Travel Program |
| Description: |
This program is designed for players who have the desire and ability for a competitive experience. Balance of winning and sportsmanship is stressed, and travel for competition should be reasonable. Players will be selected from the House Program after the start of the House Program season. |
| Ages: |
8 and under. |
| Practices: |
Twice per week. Typically weeknights. |
| Season Length: |
Early October - February. |
| Games: |
Competitive travel games are typically held on weekends. |
| Travel: |
Some weekends. |
| Equipment Required: |
Skates,
Helmet, Stick, shin guards, elbow pads, gloves, hockey
pants, socks, recommended - shoulder pads. |
| Provided by League: |
Jerseys. |
| Cost: |
See
our registration
form |
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| Travel / Snowbelt Programs |
| Description: |
A 'Highly Competitive' program for boys and girls divided into four age groups, known as Squirts, Pee-Wees, Bantams and Midgets. Two leagues, called Travel and Snowbelt are typically involved. Levels of play differ slightly among the leagues however all are very close highly competitive leagues. Placement is determined by tryouts held in mid September. Skaters who do not try out are generally placed in the Snowbelt league. Checking begins at the Pee-Wee level. |
| Ages: |
- Squirts 9-10
- Pee-Wee 11-12
- Bantams 13-14
- Midgets 15-18
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| Practices: |
Twice per week. Typically weeknights. |
| Season Length: |
Typically 24 weeks starting mid / late Sept. |
| Games: |
Typically a minimum of 24 per season (2-3 per week). |
| Travel: |
Ithaca, Binghamton, Cortland, Syracuse, and beyond. |
| Equipment Required: |
Skates, Helmet, Stick, shin guards, elbow pads, gloves, hockey pants, cup, shoulder pads, and socks. |
| Provided by League: |
Jerseys. |
| Cost: |
See
our registration
form |
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