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Welcome to the home of the
Johnstown Sitting Bulls
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Group picture of the the Pittsburgh Mighty Penguins, the Bishop McCort Crushers and the Johnstown Sitting Bulls after our fundraiser at Planet Ice.
THANK YOU TO ALL THE BISHOP MCCORT PLAYERS AND COACHES WHO HELPED OUT!!!
Sled Hockey 101
Sled Hockey 101....
What is sled hockey?
Sled hockey is an adaptive sport for any person of any age with any disability. The game is played as that of any hockey game, however the participants are sitting in sleds with blades on the bottom using custom sticks to push themselves along the ice.
What equipment is needed?
Players wear basic hockey gear. A helmet with a cage , chest protector, shin guards, elbow pads, & gloves are worn. Special adaptive sleds and sticks are also needed to play. As all of this equipment can get a little expensive, equipment drives will be held to help any participants keep costs to a minimum. During an equipment drive, we will designate a location for current or former hockey players to drop off any old/unused equipment that they may be willing to donate. Any equipment collected will be available for use by sled hockey players.
How will I afford to play?
One of our main goals is to make sled hockey readily available to any person wanting to play. To do this we will be needing sponsors, donations, and volunteers to help the team. Fundraisers will be held throughout the year to purchase sleds, sticks, equipment and ice time. We are hoping to have all the necessary eqipment to provide for any person wanting to play. We want to get the message out that you won’t have to go out and spend a fortune on gear in order to participate.
Who can help and how?
There are many ways that you can help the team out. Volunteers will be needed for helping on and off the ice. If you can skate or know the game of hockey you can be of assistance on the ice. Many players start off needing a “pusher”, we are seeking coaches, etc. This is a great opportunity for school age kids to volunteer! Off the ice many things also need done. We will need help with organization, fundraising, website design, raising awareness of the sport, obtaining sponsors/donations, etc. Any help will be greatly appreciated!
When and how can I join the team?
We are currently nearly the end of our first full season. However,there is still a lot of work and planning to be done. You can still sign up by contacting the number listed above. The more interest people show, the faster we can grow the team. We will be having upcoming equipment drives and fundraisers that you can participate in.
Who can join the sled hockey team?
Any person any age with any disability is able to join the team. There are no age restriction or disability restrictions. We will go to all possible lengths to accommodate every player regardless of their disability. Even if you feel you may not be able to play the sport, we encourge you to try! Because you have absolutely nothing to lose by trying.We have equipment you can borrow to do so, and it is a level playing field on the ice with the other players.
What are the benefits of playing?
One of the benefits to playing sled hockey is that it’s a great form of physical therapy. Not only do the players get the opportunity to compete, they also gain strength and balance like they might not find elsewhere. Each practice is such a great work out for the players! Another benefit is the many friends you make, people you meet and opportuniies you gain. You will be making friends and connections that will last a lifetime. Once a team is established and ready, you will have the opportunity to travel around for the tournaments. This is a blast to do! There are tournaments in Ohio, New York, Michigan and Canada just to name a few. And to travel around as a team, stay in the hotels with all the other players and their families, and compete in these tournaments is truly priceless! The families of these players benefit as much from watching as the players do from playing.
Upcoming Games/Practices
| Saturday, Nov 21 | | PRACTICE Johnstown Sitting Bulls | 4:15pm | Planet Ice | | Saturday, Dec 5 | | PRACTICE Johnstown Sitting Bulls | 4:15pm | Planet Ice | | Saturday, Dec 12 | | PRACTICE Johnstown Sitting Bulls | 4:15pm | Planet Ice | | Saturday, Dec 19 | | PRACTICE Johnstown Sitting Bulls | 4:15pm | Planet Ice | |
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For a complete schedule listing, click here!
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