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PLEASE SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE FOR THE WEEKLY SCHEDULE OR CLICK ON THE CALENDAR TAB ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THIS PAGE
THIS WEEK
NOTE - NO HOCKEY THIS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2009. USC will be facing off against Florida Saturday morning. Come out and cheer them on.
Upcoming events including house, USC and high school hockey are posted at the bottom of this page and on the Calendar tab on the left
A MESSAGE FROM IIHF PARENT ADVISORY BOARD PRESIDENT, CRAIG DOOLEY:
Dear Hockey players and parents,
As we move into the second half of the fall hockey season, I wanted to take a few moments and thank everyone for their participation in the IIHF Youth Hockey Program this year. I hope everyone is having fun, and that the program is performing up to everyone's expectations. The season has gotten off to a little slower start than we had hoped, but everything seems to be coming together. I urge all of you to contact me
or any other of the board members with any complaints, concerns, suggestions, or praises. The sole purpose of the IIHF Youth Hockey Organization is to provide a good quality program where kids can come
together to learn and play hockey in a fun, safe, and educational environment.
To that end, I want to send out some information on current and future plans as well as address a few concerns regarding the program.
First of all, for those of you that aren't familiar with our IIHF Advisory Board, the members are as follows:
Vice President - Dr. Steve Kerner, who just became a part of the board
in November 2009
Secretary - Tim Wracker, pulling double duty as our equipment manager
Treasurer - Kim Potts
ACE Coordinator - Ryan Petz
At-Large - Bob Beesburg
At-Large - Vance Arndt
Plex Director of Hockey Operations - Brian Bauman
President - Craig Dooley
If you have any concerns, complaints, suggestions, or just need anything from the program, please don't hesitate to contact any of us and let us know.
Jerseys should all be in and distributed. If you have not received a jersey, please contact Kim and let her know ASAP. Socks were handed out on Tuesday. If you have not received your socks please ask Coach Brian Bauman, Tim Wracker, Kim Potts or myself know.
Please keep an eye on your mailbox as well as the IIHF Web site (www.leaguelineup.com/IIHF) for current, up-to-date news on practices, games, and other issues. If there is anything you'd like to see posted on the Web site, please let us know.
You will shortly be receiving information on a fundraiser raffle that we will be holding starting in a few weeks. I know everyone else has fundraisers around this time as well, but the IIHF relies on fundraisers and sponsorships to keep us going. The fee you pay each session to play goes to the Plex to cover ice time. The IIHF doesn't get any of the money, so we have to have sponsors and fundraisers to cover expenses
such as jerseys, socks, trophies, end-of-year party, additional equipment, etc. The prizes for the raffle will be really good, especially in this economy and with the Christmas holidays rapidly approaching. There will also be some great incentives for the kids to sell. Not only will there be prizes for the top sellers, but everyone
who sells a certain amount will get special prizes. Please keep an eye out for that and do what you can to help.
If you own a business or work for a business that would be willing to help sponsor the youth hockey, please let us know. If you know of any businesses that would be interesting in sponsoring Youth Hockey, please
let us know!
Volunteers - we are always looking for volunteers to help us out. We will be going over the registration forms and contacting people that said they were willing to help out. If you didn't fill out one of those forms and are willing to devote some time and energy to helping the IIHF, please let us know. We can use people both on and off the ice!
Also, by request of the Plex, please make sure that your child changes in the locker rooms. That's what they are there for, and it not only helps keep the hockey funk away from the main lobby as much as possible,
it also helps keep the lobby cleaner and neater looking, and it's safer for your bags and gear. Check the board next to the concession stand as you come in to see which locker rooms your group will be using that day. Note that the Cyclones Locker room (4) is designated as the Women's locker room. Also, please make sure to clean up any tape and trash after practices and games. Let's try to leave the locker rooms as clean
as we can.
That brings me to the unpleasant part of this message. Recently, there have been several cases of vandalism in the locker rooms at the Plex. The manager there has been nice enough to let us handle things internally, but we need to prevent any more incidents from happening. Please talk with your kids about this, and if you see any incidents happening, please put a stop to it.
From what I’ve been seeing, the kids all seem to be enjoying this hockey season. I’ve enjoyed watching them grow and improve as hockey players so far, and I’m always amazed at how quickly the newer kids pick up the skills and abilities. If only it were that easy for me!
Thank you for letting us work with your kids, and a big thank you for the time and money that you as a parent put into helping promote hockey in Columbia.
Craig Dooley
President, IIHF Advisory Board
ROLL ON OVER TO THE PLEX IN SANDHILLS
The Plex will be holding a Roller Hockey Skills Clinic starting Friday, November 13th run by our new hockey director, Brian Bauman. The clinic will focus on skating, stick handling, shooting and small area games.
Roller Hockey Clinic at Plex Indoor Sports (Sandhills, 741 Fashion Dr, Columbia, SC 29229;803-360-7300)
Friday Nov 13th
12 & Under 6:30-7:30
13 and Over 7:30-8:30
Cost: $60 for 6 sessions or $15/session.
Stick Time
Plex is pleased to announce the return of stick time to public ice. The days and times are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5. We will block off approximately 1/4 of the ice and put out a goal to practice your stick and puck handling. The cost will be $5.00 for the session. This will start Tuesday, October 20th.
We look forward to seeing you here.
Doug Derrick
Site Manager
Plex Indoor Sports/Irmo
732-1900
Hockey News
October 16, 2009
Welcome Brian Bauman, the new hockey director. He begins this Saturday.
No youth hockey next Saturday 10/24/09. There will be a make-up game later in the season. Keep your eyes open for the make-up date and time.
Jerseys are scheduled to be handed out on Monday and Tuesday, October 26th and 27th. If you have not already given your player's size and number request please email irmoicehockey@aol.com with the information.
Check out IRMO PRIDE AND SPIRIT
http://approval.stickyfan.com/stickychan.php?TN=Irmo+Ice+Hockey&leagueid=87
High School Hockey - Lexington-Richland School District 5
Coach Rick Ramaley and the Fusion Hockey Team
invite you to participate in tryouts for the 2009-2010 season
DATES: Monday, October 19th and Monday, October 26th
TIME: 9:00 - 10:00 pm
WHERE: Plex Indoor Sports - Irmo
WHO: All Hockey Players in grades 9 - 12 who reside in Lexington-Richland School District 5
COST: $40 per player - cash or check (payable to "Fusion Hockey ")
There will be a Parents Meeting at the rink on Monday, October 26th at 8:30 pm prior to the second tryout session.
At least one parent per player must attend this meeting.
Please share tryout information with anyone who is eligible to participate. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, feel free to contact me. We'll see you on the 19th!
Mark Morgan
Team Manager
803-781-8359
High School Hockey - Richland & Lexington County (Except District 5)
The South Carolina High School Hockey season will soon be upon us. This note is to announce evaluations dates for the Columbia Wildcats team of October 20 & 27th at the Plex Rink in Irmo. This team is made up of players from Richland & Lexington County High School students, with the exception of Lexington District 5. This High School league is made up of Club & Varsity Teams throughout the state with 11 teams in the league this year.
Please let me know if you are interested in participating in the program. The team will practice on Tuesday nights and Sunday afternoons and play games throughout South Carolina on Friday nights from November through early March. Our website has the current practice & league game schedules. (www.leaguelineup.com/columbia_wildcats ).
Brian Bauman & Ryan Petz will be the coaches this year.
Note: if you know of other potential players, please send me their information so I can contact them.
Thanks,
Brian Cronin
Columbia Wildcats Team Mgr
803-315-0971 (cell)
803-736-7130 (home)
Saturday Game Schedule Set
Scroll to bottom of page or click Calendar tab for schedules. Schedules are updated as information is received. Master schedule posted on the Plex Ice Web site located under the Links tab
For Mite -Squirt game schedule and teams click:
For Pee Wee - Midget game schedules and teams click:
HOCKEY 101 - Something for Everyone!
Hockey 101 - an adult learn to play hockey class will be held on Monday nights from 7:45 to 8:45 . It is an 8 week class starting September 28, 2009. Total cost $99.00
Come on out and join the fun! It's never too late to sign up.
2009 - 2010 Fall Season
Hello Everyone, With the Fall session approaching fast, I just wanted to thank everyone for signing up ON TIME and getting involved with hockey again this year. Next week's practice schedule is posted on the Plex Web site. We will be evaluating all the players on Monday. You can follow the schedule online at www.plexindoorsports.com/irmoice click on schedules, then click on the date, click on the group. Monday 9/28/09 ice times: Birth Years 1999 and up - 6:30pm Birth Years 1998 and down - 7:30pm Please try to be at the rink at least 15-20 minutes early to get on the ice in time. Every player will need their name plate on their helmet before they step on the ice. IIHF will supply them. We will be ordering jerseys as well, so look for a IIHF member to be checking with you on size. This year, USA Hockey has a new module which the IIHF will follow. We want to offer more ice time to our players (at no additional cost) and increase the skill development, while making sure each player has a great experience. Our goal is to develop not just better hockey players, but to develop better athletes. ***Every player must be registered with USA Hockey. Please sign up online at; http://www.usahockeyregistration.com/ and bring a copy of your registration to evaluation/practice or email it to IrmoIceHockey@aol.com
Ryan Petz
THANK YOU TO OUR FIRST SPONSOR FOR THE 2009 - 2010 YOUTH HOCKEY SEASON
LOVE CHEVROLET, once again, is there for our kids! Thank you, Love Chevrolet. We couldn't do it without you!!!
EQUIPTMENT SWAP - SEPTEMBER 19, 2009
IIHF Sponsorship Information
The Hockey Equipment Swap will be here before you know it (partially because we moved the date ahead by one week). If you wish to participate in the Swap as a seller please contact Kim at KPotts9790@aol.com to obtain a seller ID number and instruction.
The Swap will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2009 from 8 am to 12 pm at the Plex Ice in Irmo.
Please pass on this information to friends, classmates, neighbors, etc. There is something for everyone, youth to adult. It's a great opportunity to pick up a pair of skates and sign up for a learn to skate class. The Pro Shop will be open, as well!
Simultaneous with the Swap will be registration for the Fall Youth Hockey House League which begins on September 28, 2009. There will be a $25.00 fee discount available at the Swap/Registration. This early registration discount will expire at the close of business on September 21, 2009 and requires payment in full. Fees for the Fall session will be $300.00 or $275.00 if you take advantage of the discount. Even less if you bring a sponsor to the league.
The house league is offering a credit/rebate on the fees for any player who brings a sponsor to the IIHF (Gold and Platinum levels, only). Please see the attached letter for more information and sponsorship forms to take to local businesses. Additional copies of the sponsorship forms can be found under the HANDOUTS tab on the left.
Free Skate:
The Plex has donated an open ice skating session during the Swap/Registration from 10:45 am until 12 pm. A public session will follow this free skate session at regular cost.
Referee Clinic to be held at the Plex on September 27, 2009
Go to the following link for more information and to register for the class
SWAP DATE CHANGED TO SEPTEMBER 19, 2009
To allow our players to receive a fee discount and offer other opportunities that would not be available on September 26, we have changed the date of the Swap/Registration to September 19, 2009 from 8 am - 12 pm. Check back for more information to be provided in the next several days.
Plex Is Closed on Labor Day - No Youth Hockey
SCHEDULE CHANGE - SUMMER LEAGUE
Due to school starting:
Effective August 24 the Youth Summer League ice times will be as follows:
Mitey Mites, Mites and Squirts: Mondays 6:30 - 7:30; Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30
Pee Wee and Bantams: Mondays 7:30 - 8:30; Tuesdays 7:30 - 8:30
EQUIPMENT SWAP ~ SEPTEMBER 26, 2009 ~
The date has been set. It's time to start getting your outgrown gear together and marked for sale. The sale is open to anyone and everyone and all proceeds from your equipment sales go to you.
Please contact Kim at KPotts9790@aol.com to obtain a seller ID number if you would like to participate as a seller in the Swap. You must have a number to participate - if you want to receive the money from the sale of your items.
Anyone wishing to donate items should mark the items with the #1 along with the size and price on a piece of removable tape. All donated item proceeds go to the "kids" (directly to and for the benefit of the youth hockey program IIHF)
Check back for more details on times and additional events to be taking place at the same time.
SHA Elite Hockey Camp Itinerary July 20-24
SHA Elite Hockey Camp Itinerary July 20 - 24
NEWS
Check out the new Hockey Nutrition tab for some great information on eating healthy while playing hockey. More information to be added. Please send helpful information to be posted to irmoicehockey@aol.com
We are working on setting a date for the annual equipment swap. Start getting your gear together to see what you need and what you might have to sell. All sellers must have a seller ID. Check back for more information. If you need a seller ID please email irmoicehockey@aol.com to obtain one. Each year the swap is bigger and better and this year with the addition of the new pro-shop at the Plex we just may have achieved the "total package."
Pee Wee, Bantam, Midget Cross Ice Tournament
July 18, 2009
Youth cross ice 3 on 3 Tournament July 18th
Saturday July 18th 4:30pm- 7:45pm Birth Years 1994-1999 Cost: $40.00 Call Ryan Petz for registration or information. (803)513-2133 Ryan.petz@plexindoorsports.com
SUMMER HOUSE LEAGUE NEWS!
The following changes are being made by Plex for the remainder of the Summer session. These changes are only in effect for the Summer.
Due to some confusion on the start dates of the Summer session Plex is extending the Summer session for 2 weeks at no additional charge.
Practice for all levels will be on Monday night. Mites, Squirts and Mity Mites will be from 6:45 to 7:45, Pee Wees, Bantams and Midgets will be from 7:45 to 8:45.
Games will be played on Tuesday night. Mites and Squirts from 6:00 to 7:00, Pee Wees, Bantams and Midgets 7:15 to 8:15. There will be no games on Saturday mornings.
These changes will be in effect starting Monday the 6th. We will try to have our web site up-dated as soon as possible.
Anyone still wishing to sign up can and still gets the full 12 week session.
(Please be patient if the above link does not have the updated times. It is the proper link to register online and the times are as reflected in this email. Updates should be made to the Plex site shortly)
Have a happy and safe 4th of July!
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