October 29 Update
We are waiting for approval from the Missoula City-County Health Department to operate our winter youth hockey program. Because of this, the new target start date for the season is November 9.
Please contact Grace Hoene with any questions.
The Missoula Area Youth Hockey Association offers two avenues for youth to participate in winter hockey programs:
The In-House program provides all skaters with an equal opportunity to enjoy the game of hockey and develop personal and team cooperation skills.
The Travel program allows players to compete at an advanced level and to enhance team play by integrating each player’s skills. Equal ice time for all players is not a requirement in the Travel Program. Tryouts are required for all travel programs, which begin in October.
In-House Programs
In-House program fees include two ice sessions time each week for Termite, Mite, Squirt and PeeWee players.
Bantam/High School players are placed on teams within the first two weeks of the season and play weekly games, that end in a best-of-three series championship. The program provides jerseys for these players that must be returned at the end of the season.
Schedule
NEW youth hockey schedule updated on 11/4/2020 and beginning November 9th: PDF
The in-house season runs 16-weeks – October 26, 2020 through February 24, 2021 – with a two-week break over the holidays between December 21 and January 3. Termites, Mites and Squirts can choose either a full season or half season: October 26–December 16, 2020 or January 4-February 25, 2021.
Mandatory Parent Meetings
Mandatory parent meetings will be held over Zoom. Zoom links will be sent out about one week prior to the start date of the season.
Termite and Mite – Sunday, October, 25th at 5 pm
Squirt House – Sunday, October 25th at 6:15 pm
Peewee House and Bantam/HS House – Sunday, October 25th at 7:30 pm
Schedule 20-21
House Plus
Due to COVID-19 and travel restrictions, we will not be forming plus teams at this time. Plus teams may be formed after January 1, 2021, based on the most current recommendations from the Montana Amateur Hockey Association.
Age Groups & Fees
| Age Division | Practice Days | Registration Fee | Fundraising Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| TERMITE (6U) Birth years 2014-2016 | Mon/Wed after school | $235 full season $135 half season | No fundraising |
| MITE (8U) Birth years 2012-2013 | Mon/Wed after school, weekend games | $300 full season $165 half season | $150 full season $75 half season |
| SQUIRT (10U) Birth years: 2010-2011 | 2011 - Mon/Tue pm 2010 - Tue/Thu pm Both have Wed pm games | $375 full season $200 half season | $150 full season $75 half season |
| PEEWEE (13U) Birth years 2007-2009M/b> | Mon/Wed pm, weekend games | $400 full season | $150 full season |
| BANTAM/HIGH SCHOOL Birth years 2002-2007 | Mon/Wed pm | $345 full season | $150 full season |
Due to COVID-19, we are waiving the late fee for house programs. Players may register at any point in the season and we will pro-rate for the number of weeks remaining.
Travel Programs
Travel fees include two to three on-ice practices each week (see table below), entry fee into the MAHA state tournament and additional home ice slots. Due to COVID-19, no dryland sessions will take place at the rink this season. Tryouts will be held during the month of October, and A and B teams will be formed where numbers allow. Each age group will participate in a week-long tryout. Tryout dates will be posted after registration has ended. All players must provide a $125 deposit check for their jerseys, which will be returned at the end of the season upon receipt of the jersey.
There are additional costs that will be expected to be paid by each family if your player chooses to participate in travel hockey. Additional costs include tournament fees, travel costs (hotel, gas, meals), coaches expenses, and other miscellaneous fees that each team may choose to incur.
Schedule
The travel season runs 21-weeks – October 5, 2020 through March 11, 2021 – with optional practices over the holidays between December 21 and January 3. See below for the tryout schedule or download it as a pdf. The practice schedule is posted above. 
As of August 3rd, 2020, the Montana Amateur Hockey Association has discouraged travel out of state as well as hosting out of state teams until at least January 1, 2021. MAHA league games and state tournaments are still being scheduled at this time. MAYHA plans on offering additional clinics throughout the season in place of the tournament weekends, as well as offering some 3v3 tournaments.
Parent Meetings
All age groups will have a mandatory pre-tryout parent meeting prior to the first session. All parent meetings will be held via Zoom. Meeting invites will be sent out after registration ends.
Age Groups & Fees
| Age Division | Practice Days | Registration Fee | Fundraising Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SQUIRT (10U) Birth year 2010 = Major Birth year 2011 = Minor | Major - Tue/Thu pm Minor - Mon/Tue pm both have practice/games on Wed | $595 | $225 |
| PEEWEE (12U) Birth years 2008-2009 | Tue/Thu aft | $775 | $250 |
| BANTAM (14U) Birth years 2007-2008 | Tue/Thu pm, every other Wed am | $875 | $275 |
| JV* Birth years 2002-2005 | Tue pm, Wed pm, Thu am | $900 | $275 |
| GIRLS Birth years 2002-2007 | Mon pm, Wed am, Thu aft | $900 | $300 |
| VARSITY* | Tue pm, Wed TBD, Thu am | $1025 | $325 |
*Must be in high school to play JV/Varsity. 14U aged players (2006 birth year) who are in high school must be selected for the Varsity team and may not play JV in lieu of bantam.
Travel registrations received after September 8 are assessed a $50 late fee.
Information
Fundraising
Players can pay their registration fee in full or pay through a payment plan. The fundraising fee can either be paid in full or worked off over the season. See the fundraising page for more information.
Registration
All registrations will be done online: Register online, beginning August 17. If you are not paying your fundraising fees in full, you will need to provide a post-dated check and other paperwork before you child can play.
Each registration fee includes a capital improvement fund fee ($10) that goes towards future rink capital projects.
Your child will need a 2020-2021 USA Hockey number in order to register!
Registration Checklist:
- Copy of birth certificate (new registrants only please scan a copy to grace@glaciericerink.com)
- 2020-21 USA Hockey number
- Signed Player/Parent (all done online this season) 2020-21 Code of Conduct
- Post-dated fundraising check, dated 4/15/21 (will be returned at end of season when fundraising fee is fulfilled)
- Completed (all done online this season) MAYHA Concussion Policy and Statement
See our Financial Policies for information on payment plans and refunds.
Scholarship Application
A limited number of scholarships are available for families who are in need of financial assistance with their winter registration fees. To apply, complete a MAYHA Scholarship Application and return via mail or email. Scholarship applications must be received by September 8 for travel programs.
Updated: we are removing the deadline for the scholarship application for house programs. Families may apply at any point in the season.
Equipment Rental
Rental equipment is available for the season at a cost of $75 per player, plus a $100 deposit. All equipment rental is by appointment only through our scheduling software. Please use this link:
Online Equipment Rental Scheduling
Families that have multiple players renting equipment should schedule one appointment for each player.
Sponsors
Team sponsors are still needed for the winter season and count toward fundraising! Sponsors help offset the cost of operating our youth hockey programs, which keeps costs down for our families. If you know of a business who might be interested in sponsoring, contact Laura or download a Youth Hockey Team Sponsorships Packet.
Policies
Please see the MAYHA Guidebook for complete information on our program’s policies and procedures. Visit our COVID-19 policies page for complete information on the rink’s operating policies during phase 2.
Contact
Grace Hoene, Youth Hockey Director
Cell: 612-384-5108
Email: grace@glaciericerink.com
