Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have never even been on skates before?
Perfect - we love that!This is made for people who have never played before. The worse you are, the more we want you!
Why do I need to try-in?
To make sure you're as bad at hockey as we hope you are. We also want to introduce you to some of the basic rules before game time. It is important that we see what level of hockey you are capable of playing to slot you in the correct division and balance teams. All registered players attend our evaluation, but only brand new players to our league are required to try-in.Am I too good to play in your league?
You could be - hence the try-ins. Please let us take a peek at your skill set and go from there. You will not have fun in this league if you have played hockey all your life.Understand that if you are a competitive person then this league is not for you. This is a laid back environment for fun. Competitive attitudes are not welcome! If you cannot handle losing (even if it is every game), do not join our league... we want people who enjoy sports but can keep a level head.
What are the age limits?
21 - to infinity and beyond! We have some people that are 21 and we have some people that are in their 60s.Can I get a refund?
The only way to get a refund is to "fail" the try-ins by being too good. Any player deemed too good for our league will be cut and given a full refund at try-ins. If a player sneaks past try-ins and is later deemed too good, the player will be given a pro-rated refund.If a player is dismissed from the league for rule violations or voluntarily leaves the league or sustains an injury then no refund will be given. We have fixed costs and fixed number of players we can accommodate.
You may not transfer or sell your spot to someone else either.
Why do goalies play for less?
Have you seen the cost of Goalie Equipment?! It is quite an investment and thus we reward them for making the investment!Thanks Goalies!!
Where and When do we play?
Hamilton Mountain at the Liuna 4Ice Centre. In the Winter we play on Saturday nights and in the summer we play on Wednesdays.What equipment do I need?
The two most important pieces of equipment you will need are your helmet and skates.These items we recommend you purchase new and properly fitted to you. Cheap skates often seem to offer proper support in a store, but they usually have cardboard supports in the ankle. Once you sweat in your skate the moisture weakens the cardboard and your ankles and skating suffer greatly.
A helmet is your best friend on the ice but if it is not properly fitted, been abused or used too much, or not CSA approved it can be more dangerous than having no helmet. Be sure to have a professional size you up and properly fit you!
Here is your list (check this out for a visual!)
- hockey skates
- shin pads
- jock or jill
- pants
- shoulder pads
- elbow pads
- gloves
- neckguard
- CSA approved helmet with full face shield or cage
- stick
- For tryins you will need hockey socks and possibly a jersey. Jerseys and socks are provided once the season starts.
What if I forget a piece of equipment?
If you forget a piece of equipment you better beg, borrow, or steal (do not steal) the piece as you will not be allowed on the ice area without it. Neck guards are the most often forgotten item. If you step on the ice without a piece of equipment it is a two minute penalty that begins once you get the missing item. If it takes you ten minutes to get it that is 12 minutes of lost game time.It is a tough rule, but it is for your own safety.