Winter Hockey League
The Winter Rec League is the perfect entry point into the game of hockey, designed for beginner to intermediate players. The program focuses on skill development in a fun and supportive environment, helping players enjoy the game and prepare for more competitive levels.
π― Program Goals
- Build a solid foundation in skating and hockey skills
- Emphasize teamwork, grit, responsibility, and leadership
- Promote a love for the game while preparing players for future advancement
PREREQUISITES
Is Your Player Ready?
Before joining the Winter Rec League house program, players must have basic skating and stick-handling skills to ensure a safe, fun, and successful experience on the ice.
Required Prerequisites
To participate in the Winter League, players must complete the following programs:
π§ Little Preds Learn to Play (LTP) Hockey
πΎ Lil Wild (formerly LTP 2.0) β one to two sessions
Completion of these programs ensures players have the foundational skills, confidence, and game awareness needed for league play.
Ages Divisions
- 8U β Mite Division
Birth Years: 2016*, 2017, 2018, 2019, & 2020
- 10U β Squirt Division
Birth Years: 2014*, 2015, 2016*
- 12U β Peewee Division
Birth Years: 2012*, 2013, 2014*
- 14U+ β Bantam / High School Division
Birth Years: 2008β2009*, 2010, 2011, 2012*
* Exceptions may be made for younger or older players on a case-by-case basis, based on skill and team needs.
Season Duration
The Winter Rec League is a 5-month program that runs from mid-October through mid-March. It's our longest and most popular seasonβperfect for players looking to build skills, grow with a team, and enjoy consistent game and practice time throughout the winter.
Where
π Practice Location
All Winter Rec League practices for every division are held at: Cool Sports
Game Locations by Division:
8U Mites
- All games at Cool Sports
10U Squirt & 12U Peewee
- Games held at Cool Sports and Ice Chalet
14U+ Bantam / High School
- All games at Cool Sports
π Weekly Practices & Game Format
Each division in the Winter Rec League follows a consistent weekly schedule designed to balance skill development and game experience:
Weekly Format:
- 1 Station-Based Skill Practice per Week
- 1 Half-Ice Game per Week (8U)
- 1 Full-Ice Game per Week (10U-14U+)
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π Skill Practice Focus:
Our station-based practices emphasize the development of core hockey skills:
- Skating
- Passing
- Shooting
- Puck Handling
- Teamwork & Situational Play
- This structure ensures players build a solid foundation while having fun and progressing as part of a team.
Special Events
8U Mites & 10U Squirt Divisions
- Two Glow Puck sessions
- 2 to 3 Outdoor Games
12U Peewee Division
- Skills Competition
- Outdoor 3 v 3 Game
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14U+ Bantam / High School Division
- Skills Competition
- Outdoor 3 v 3 Game
Jerseys & SOCKS
π Included with Registration
All skaters will receive:
- Team Jersey
- Team Socks
Items are distributed after team formation and are yours to keep at the end of the season!
π League Costs by Division
- 8U (Mites): $600 + $50 KAHA Admin Fee
- 10U (Squirts): $800 + $50 KAHA Admin Fee
- 12U (Peewees): $800 + $50 KAHA Admin Fee
- 14U+ (Bantam / High School): $800 + $50 KAHA Admin Fee
π₯ Goalie Discount
Goalies in the 10U - 14U+ divisions receive a 50% discount:
- 10U - 14U+ Goalies: $400 + $50 KAHA Admin fee
π³ Using KAHA Credits (FRCs)?
Please contact the KAHA Treasurer before proceeding:
π§ kahatreasurer2020@gmail.com
π Practice Schedule
8U Mites
- Monday
- Mini: 5:40 β 6:30 pm
- Mighty: 6:30 β 7:20 pm
10U Squirt
- Wednesday
- Group 1: 5:40 β 6:30 pm
- Group 2: 6:10 β 7:00 pm
12U Peewee
- Wednesday
- Group 1: 7:10 β 8:00 pm
- Group 2: 7:40 β 8:30 pm
14U+ Bantam / High School
- Monday
- Group 1: 7:30 β 8:20 pm
- Group 2: 8:00 β 8:50 pm
β οΈ Note: This division will be non-checking..
Game Schedule
8U Mites
π Saturday mornings
10U Squirt
π Saturday mornings
12U Peewee
π Saturday mornings & afternoons
14U+ Bantam / High School
π Friday evenings and/or Saturday afternoons
β οΈ Note: This division will be non-checking.
π³ Payment Options
We offer two convenient payment methods to make registration easier for families:
βοΈ Pay in Full
- Full payment is made at the time of registration.
π§Ύ Payment Plan
- Pay an initial deposit at registration
- Followed by three automatic payments on:
- π October 1st
- π November 1st
- π December 1st
ο»ΏPlease select your preferred payment option during registration.
USA Hockey Registration
All skaters must be registered with USA Hockey before participating in any on-ice activities, as required by KAHA.
How to Register:
- Complete your childβs registration at USA Hockey.
- After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with your childβs USA Hockey Confirmation Number.
You will need this number to enroll in any KAHA program.
π¨ Reminder: No player will be allowed on the ice without a valid USA Hockey registration.
Winter League 2025
πβοΈ WINTER REC LEAGUE βοΈπ
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
Is your player ready to hit the ice this winter?
Join our 5-month Winter Rec Hockey Leagueβperfect for players looking to sharpen their skills in a fun, structured, and supportive environment!
π Season Runs: Mid-October 2025 β March 2026
Register by: September 19th, 2025
Skill Development
Teamwork & Sportsmanship
Great Coaches
Fun, Competitive Play!
Register today!