2009-2010 USA Classification with Birth years

2009-2010 Age Classification with Birth Years
Classification	Birth Years
Devos
Mini-Mites
Mite	2001 & 2002
Squirt	1999 & 2000
Peewee U12	1997 & 1998
Bantam U14	1995 & 1996
Midget Minor U16	1993 & 1994
Midget Major U18	1991 & 1992

Our Coaching Philosophy for the Devo Program

The SHAW Development Program is a learn-to-skate program geared for children ages 3 to 6 who are new to skating and to hockey. We introduce basic hockey skills (skating, stick handling and passing) in a fun and informal environment.  Some children have already done Snow Plow Sam or similar program, but many have never laced up skates before. Coach Debbie Burnside & I use skills, drills, & games from the USA Hockey curriculum. We also borrow liberally from other age appropriate PE programs.

Devos do not play timed hockey games against opponents. At some point in the season, devos will play untimed cross-ice games against each other.

Devos is low key and low pressure. Each skater learns at her/his own pace. We encourage each child to try a skill or technique that is just beyond his or her ability. Children who are confident will push their limits, take chances and improve the most. We do not force children to participate.

Our goal is for new players to have a positive first hockey experience and to develop skills and self-confidence. In addition to the obvious benefits of physical activity, hockey also teaches life skills such as persistence, cooperation, and teamwork. It is our goal to instill in all our skaters a sense of fair play and good sportsmanship.To learn more about this, see USA Hockey USA and Hockey Canada’s “One Goal” www.onegoal.com

Over the course of the season each devos will learn to stand quite literally on his (or her) own feet. Second year devos will improve basic skills and develop better hockey sense.

Volunteers Needed

The instructor to skater ratio is important, so we invite parents to volunteer on the ice. SHAW hockey players also volunteer. Everyone must wear a certified hockey helmet. Skaters under 18 must wear full gear. Let me know if you are interested.

Our home rink is Wilson Park (20th St. and Howard Ave). The season starts up in late October or early November. For the past 5 years, devos skated on Saturdays between 10:00-11:00. The season will probably end in late February. Registration fees have not been set, but my best guess is $300. Milwaukee County has increased the cost of ice rental, so it might be higher. There are many opportunities for fundraising to defray costs.

All Devos should have the following gear:

• Helmet with full cage or visor: this is the most important piece of safety equipment. Make sure it is HECC certified and it fits properly.
• Mouth guard: all SHAW skaters are required to use a mouth guard.
• Hockey Skates: Devos and mini-mites will probably need a new pair of skates every year because they will out grow their old ones. Practicing once a week and the occasional public skating session barely breaks in brand new boots. There is nothing wrong with a pair of used skates if the uppers and the blades are in good condition. Get them sharpened at a reputable pro shop. Always dry the blades after use.
• Stick: Don’t spend a fortune. I recommend a wooden youth stick with a straight blade. Young players may hold the stick left handed for one practice and right for the next. Let them experiment until they figure out what is more natural.
• Shoulder pads
• Elbow pads
• Gloves
• Pants
• Suspenders or belt
• Jock or Jill
• Shin pads
• Jersey: one practice jersey will be provided.
• Hockey socks
• Garter belt
• Duffle bag or hockey bag

I suggest buying gear from a Hockey shop. The local pro shops have well trained staff to help you select the right gear in the right size. Some SHAW families prefer Hockey Haven. Others use the Hockey Locker. Play it Again Sports on Layton near 76^th may have used gear.

Email me for additional information.

Molly Larkin, Director of Devos. CEP Level 4. No. 133202  lostshield@yahoo.com

SHAW MAY BOARD MEETING

Sorry I missed the Board meetings. I had tickets to the Admirals game.  News from the Annual WAHA Meeting 2009-05-20

• SHAW will stay Division 2 for one more year
• Ozaukee will move up to Division 1.
• In 2010-11, Mites will only have a state tournament at the A level. All other mites will be playing cross-ice.

Players Should Register with USA Hockey

I believe that SHAW will no longer handle player regustration with USA Hockey. Individuals should register themselves.

Registration Season Date Change: May 1 through April 30 approved by the Board of Directors

•  [This is text that I felt was most relevant.] With a May 1 start date, programs have the opportunity to hold learn to play and short term introductory sessions at a time of the year when ice is less utilized. The 4 ‘extra’ months from a year’s registration will be at the ‘front end of the season’… allowing people to try hockey during the summer and then be able to join a team with their registration for the season already paid.
•  Online registration for the 2009-10 season will be available beginning May 1, 2009
•  All 08-09 registrations will continue to be in effect for those teams to participate through Aug 31, 2009.  Therefore, people currently registered for 08-09 will continue to have that registration in place for events associated with their 08-09 team. However, if they are participating with their ‘next season’ team, they will need to process the registration for the 09-10 season. 

[Some] Frequently Asked Questions

• Does this date change have any effect on the age classification for players? No, the date of determination for participation in an age classification remains the same. The calendar year will continue to determine a player’s age classification. The Age Chart available in your Cyber Sport (under USAH Forms) will not change.
•  Does this change my insurance benefits? No. All insurance coverage questions and concerns have been reviewed and resolved.
• 2009-10 Season Registration: Valid May 1, 2009 – April 30, 2010
• The USA Hockey Registration fee is $30 per person (exception, birth year 2003 or later)
• If a participant plays and coaches he/she pays only one registration fee.
• Affiliate fee (if applicable) varies by Affiliate.

http://www.usahockey.com

Select the Player tab

Register Online

End of Season

Thanks for a great season. There were times when it was difficult or frustrating for skaters and parents alike., but I think it was worth it. I hope you are proud of the progress that your son or daughter made.  If your skater enjoys hockey, I suggest public skating once or twice over the summer.  

For most devos the Cairns Showcase and the Admirals game served as a graduation ceremony. Best wishes to SHAW’s new mini-mites.

Our 6 skaters did a nice job at the Magic Moment on April 10^th.

• Devayn Washnock
• Troy Zimmerman
• Caroline Greenberg
• Duncan Renz
• Anna Martinetti
• Ryan Fleming

Thanks to Carisa for organizing dinner at Buck Bradleys.

I will see you at the rink.

Molly

Devos Skate at Bradley Center on Good Friday

Hello Team:

Who is skating on Friday? Please let me know who  is planning to skate at the Bradley Center this [Good] Friday.

We have an hour of ice time before the game and a 6 minute mini-game during the first intermission. Ice Chips & SHAW Players will provide on-ice assistance. All SHAW players should be in full gear.

If you need more tickets, purchase them at the Bradley Center Box Office. The team’s seats are in Section 205.

Game Day Friday, April 10^th

• Pack all your regular hockey gear, your SHAW jersey & another jersey (if possible). For the game, skaters will be divided into two teams. It might be light and dark. Or Black/Blue versus rainbows etc.
• Don’t forget your game tickets.
• Meet at the Bradley Center by 3:30 in Lobby A [NW corner of the Bradley Center]
• Please be on time. We will be escorted as View Posta group to our locker room.
• It is important that we follow any directions from Admirals or Bradley Center staff to the letter.
• John Bitter, or another Admirals staffer, will provide further instructions (such as when to report back to the dressing room.)
• We practice from 4:00-5:00
• Parents/siblings can watch practice from the stands. Bring a camera.
• On ice volunteers are welcome. Adults must wear a hockey helmet. Anyone under 18 should be in full hockey gear.
• We will have a light practice. Depending on how things go, I may cut practice short.
• We will leave all our hockey gear in the locker room
• The team must leave the Bradley Center after practice
• Carisa Ludwig is organizing a team dinner at Buck Bradley’s. Contact her asap if you are coming.
• If there is a ‘magic moment’ Coach Debbie will select the 6 skaters to be introduced with the Admirals starting lineup and remain on the ice during the National Anthem. Those skaters and their parents will receive special instructions.
• Email or phone me if you have questions

Molly

Work (414) 288-7599

Cairns Showcase: carbon monoxide & trophies

I am sorry about the air quality problem that shortened our ice time at the Cairns Showcase. That was my first experience with having the rink cleared to get he carbon monoxide level down. Dan Roddy is right that it is better to be safe than sorry. In spite of the wrinkle in our plans, I hope each devo was pleased with the trophy. Cheryl Krogman selected a different style of trophy that I like much better. No trophies were dropped or broken.

If you are willing to share photos from the Cairns Showcase or any other devo ice time, for the Coach’s Blog or the Devo page on the SHAW website, or a recruiting brochure, please email them to me as an attachment.

I hope to see many of you at the Bradley Center on Friday. Please bring your cameras. I hope you will be willing to share your photos.

It’s a great day for hockey.

Molly

Carisa is Organizing Team Dinner on April 10th: RSVP asap

[Carisa] I organized this last year for our team.  So since I am experienced, I can do it again this year.

Here is what I did last year.  If you could reply to me by the end of this weekend and let me know how many will be in your party, I will set it up at Buck’s for everyone.  I really think these nights are important for team bonding.  NOt only do the kids get to know each other the parent have time to sit and relax and chat with people we will be spending A LOT of time with in the future.  So, with that said, just shoot me an email and let me know if you plan to join us.  I actually have to work the Brewer game that day so I will be coming just a bit late for dinner!  But I will be there!

Thanks so much to all of you who voted for me.  I am truely excited about my new job!  If you have any thoughts or ideas to share, my ears are open.  I want to hear from you!!!! 

See you all tomorrow [April 4th at 10:15] at the rink!

Carisa

Schedule Info, Dinner anyone? Admirals Playoff Games

Hello Team:

• Congratulations to SHAW President-Elect Carisa Ludwig. Thanks to everyone who submitted a ballot.
• Today is the deadline for ordering Admirals tickets through SHAW. See blog for details. If you miss the deadline, you can purchase tickets through the Bradley Center box office or at the Admirals office.
• http://shawdevos.wordpress.com/
• or http://shawhockey.org/ Click the Instructional tab, click devos, click Coach’s Blog.
• This Saturday, 4 April is our last ice time at Wilson this season. We skate at 10:15. You will want to bring your camera. I have summarized the Cairns Showcase in previous emails and in the Coach’s Blog.
• Admirals Game on [Good] Friday, April 10th. Admirals vs Wolves. Let’s plan to meet in the Bradley Center NE lobby at 3:00 for practice.We will have a light practice from 4:00-5:00.
• April 10th Team Dinner After Practice?

Last year someone on the team (sorry I am not sure who to give cretit to) made arrangements with Buck Bradley’s for Devos families to eat in the upper room. The restaurant is jjust across the street from the Bradley Center. It was very nice to get together at the end of a successful season.

There were separate tables & separate checks, and we ordered from the regular menu. The prices are reasonable. Buck Bradley’s has typical bar food and some meatless items like a grilled vegetable sandwich, salads and I expext they have a Friday fish fry.

Here is the web site. http://www.buckbradleys.com/

Is anyone interested? Will someone volunteer to see if it is possible to set this up with Buck Bradleys?

Public Service Announcement for Hockey Fans! Admirals Playoff Tickets. Take the time to see exiting professional playoff hockey. The 1st round games on Thursday, April 16 and Saturday, April 18th are available at a discounted price. Seats in the Stern and Bow will be just $10, $6 less than during the regular season, and seats in the Mid-Deck ($12) and the Admirals Quarters ($18) will be $6 and $3 less, respectively, than during the year. In addition, groups of ten or more still get a minimum of $2 off the price of each ticket. For more information on group tickets or to book a group fans should call the Admirals office at (414) 227-0550.

You know I have a gift for transposing number, so do not rely on me for the details. See
http://www.milwaukeeadmirals.com/home/news/0331playoff.html

Well folks, that all I have for now.

It’s a great day for hockey.

Molly

Mite Cross Ice Game Format

A number of SHAW Coaches have expressed opinions about the possibility of [WAHA or USA Hockey] mandating Mite cross-ice, not full-ice hockey games

There is a scuttlebutt that mites at two other local organizations are converting to cross-ice games next season. The prospect of a cross-ice State tournament was raised, but someone shot that down claiming that WAHA committed to full-ice for the Mite division at States in 2010. Most coaches  expressed mild to total disapproval for cross-ice games especially for Mite A.

Want to hear a contrasting view? I encourage you to read this letter from Cale Politoski [former Milwaukee Pius coach. Current Assistant Coach Boy's U-16 at Shattuck St. Marys.] 2006-11-18 21:04:40