1) Provide Exceptional Programming: Continuously find ways to improve and deliver our product experience and provide value added services and programs that enhance our collective shared moments.
2) Celebrate Life’s Moments and Memories: Recognize and share within and outside our hockey community the great stories, our successes and the experiences of current and past association members.
3) Focus on Skill Enhancement: Offering coaching, training programs, and resources to help young players develop their hockey skills, improve their understanding of the game, and reach their full potential.
4) Foster Youth Development: Fostering the physical, mental, and emotional development of young players through the sport of ice hockey, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
5) Engage with the Community: Building a strong sense of community by bringing together families, volunteers, and local Minnetonka businesses to support youth involvement in ice hockey and promoting an inclusive culture of support.
6) Build Character: Instilling important values such as dedication, perseverance, leadership, and respect for others through participation in organized sports activities as well as in the classroom.
7) Promote Healthy Lifestyle: Encouraging families to adopt a healthy and active lifestyle by engaging in regular physical activity, fostering a lifelong love for sports (hockey), and promoting overall well-being.
8) Provide Competitive Opportunities: Providing avenues for young players to participate in competitive leagues and tournaments, enabling them to test their skills, build confidence, and learn the importance of teamwork and fair play.
Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association
18313 Highway 7
Minnetonka, MN 55345
Phone: (952) 470-4099
General Questions: info@tonkahockey.org
Registration/Getting Started Questions: registrar@tonkahockey.org
Billing Questions: treasurer@tonkahockey.org
Pagel Activity Center
952-470-4099
Matt Brausen
Arena Manager
952-470-4409
Amber Karcher-Ramos
Office Manager
952-470-4099
Part-time Zamboni Driver/Rink Attendant wanted, evenings/weekends, 15-30 hours per week. Flexible hours
Main duties/responsibilities include: maintaining ice surfaces, general facilities cleaning and maintenance, concession duties and customer service.
No experience necessary. Training available.
If interested contact:
Matt Brausen – matt@pagelcenter.com
Click on this link for more information about ice available for rent at the Pagel Activity Center.
HELMETS REQUIRED IN OFF-ICE SHOOTING AREA!
It is imperative hockey players of all ages and abilities wear appropriate protective equipment and are supervised in the Off-Ice Shooting Area.
The intention of the space and the new building was and is to provide a place for kids to work on their skills and finally have a place to shoot pucks both as a team practice and also as a drop-in shooting and development area. The community aspect of the new building and facility is incredibly important and we want that to continue however, we must be diligent about the safety of our kids, regardless of age.
We ask for your help in holding players accountable for wearing their helmets as this is far beyond just the coaches’ responsibility alone. Signs will be posted in the area as a reminder.
HELMETS REQUIRED IN OFF-ICE SHOOTING AREA!
Managers: Submit your stories and photos to hello@tonkahockey.org and it will get posted.
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The first few weeks of the season are always an exciting time of the year. Every team has a blank slate and players of all ages are energized about the opportunities ahead.
It’s also one of the most critical times of year as the tone established early on often sets the stage for the entire season. Setting the right course for the team and each player individually can help raise everyone on the team to new heights.
For the full article - MN HOCKEY
USA Hockey implemented a set of policies called The SafeSport Program. The purpose of this program is to create the safest possible environment for participation in hockey. The sitting Board, Vice President is MYHA's SafeSport coordinator.
The comprehensive program is focused on creating an environment that will deter abusers and assist those in the hockey community in recognizing, reducing and responding to allegations or suspected abuse. You can read about the program by clicking on the link below.
If you observe anyone violating a SafeSport Program policy, contact BJ at vp@tonkahockey.org.
The Minnesota Hockey Recreation League (“Rec League”), presented by Hiway Federal Credit Union, is entering its ninth season of offering players in the greater metro area a low cost, low commitment hockey alternative. The Rec League focuses on teaching basic hockey skills and sportsmanship in a no check, low pressure environment that fosters a love of hockey.