End of season events: Coaches vs. Players, Annual Banquet, and DHA elections

Hello everyone,

I hope and pray all is well with each one of you!

I have some very important updates for you please save these upcoming dates on your calendar.

I would like to begin by thanking each parent, player, and coach for a wonderful 2011-2012. We appreciate your continued support of the Detroit Hockey Association (DHA) and thank you for the opportunity of allowing us to be a part of your lives through the wonderful game of hockey. I hope and pray it has been a positive experience for you and I am looking forward to an even better 2012-2013 season with your continued support!!!

Next I would like to congratulate and wish the Squirt and Peewee team good luck and continued success in their Spring season!!! Go Dragons!!

Okay now to our important upcoming events. I know many of you are starting to get busy with other sports and activities; there are just a few more very important events that I would like to see all of the players participating in if possible.

Important Dates:

April 28, 2012 (Saturday): Kids vs Coaches game (That's right the kids get to play the coaches in a game please see times for games below)

I-Program vs. Coaches game @ 12pm

Squirt & Peewee vs. Coaches game @ 2pm

May 5, 2012 (Saturday):This will be the last Saturday of skating for both the I-Program & Competitive teams.

May 9, 2012 (Wednesday):The last day of skating for the I-Program for this season

May 10, 2012 (Thursday):The last day of practice for the Squirts & Peewees for this season

May 12, 2012 (Saturday):The End of the Year Awards Banquet (This is where each player receives there trophy and the DHA board elections will also take place on this date)

* Equipment return for the I-Program:

The I-Program can return equipment May 9-12, 2012. Please remember equipment should be returned clean.

Please look for additional emails and updates regarding some of the above dates.

Volunteers Needed!!!!

Volunteers needed this Saturday, April 28, 2012 10am-2pm, which is Motor-City Makeover Day. Each organization within the ABC complex is required to clean-up their specific area inside and outside. We need your help!!! We especially need help with cleaning the equipment cage!! So please come out and support us and help make our arena sparkle!!!

FYI: The Detroit Dragon Peewee B champions will be recognize along with the other Little Caesar Amateur Hockey League house championship teams on May 5, 2012 at Comerica Park on the field at a Tiger's game. For anyone interesting in attending the game and supporting the Peewee team tickets are $20 for the baseball game. Please see Cynthia for ticket information.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank You,

Cynthia Wardlaw

313-727-7330

cw20033@aol.com

EMERGENCY BOARD MEETING

I have  requested an EMERGENCY meeting of the  board of  directors of the  Detroit Hockey association, on Wednesday April 11 2012 7:30 p.m. @ Jack Adams arena,to address some important issues that need immediate attention. If  you  are a board member in any capacity,please attend. Thank You.

Easter Break notes

REMINDER:

THERE WILL BE NO PRACTICE  THIS SATURDAY, APRIL 7, 2012. THE ARENA IS CLOSED FOR THE EASTER HOLIDAY AND WILL REOPEN ON TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2012!!!

EASTER FUN FEAST SATURDAY AT BELLE ISLE CASINO 11AM-3PM FOOD, FUN, EASTER EGG DROP & MUCH MORE!!!

*I'll be there passing out flyers to recruitment more players any volunteers would be greatly appreciated!!!

Have a wonderful holiday!!!!

Cynthia

313-727-7330

cw20033@aol.com

R-E-S-P-E-C-T

The Detroit Hockey Association's (DHA) bylaws speak to a spirit of mutual respect and teamwork amongst and between players, parents, coaches, fans, and board-members:

Section 11: Parents/Guardians
Item 1: Responsibilities
Parental supervision is mandatory.


Item 2: Involvement
Parental involvement is encouraged by the DHA.  
Parents assuming support roles are required to maintain good sportsmanship and an environment tailored to encourage each child enrolled in the program.



ARTICLE A-III: DISCIPLINE
The Board shall enforce each decision by a two third, majority vote.

Section 1: Players

Item 1: Minor Infractions
Coaches may suspend a player for up to (3) games whom:
a) Exhibits insubordination, poor attitude, improper language and/or lack of interest.
b) Arrives late.
c) Engages him/herself in destructive behavior.
Coaches must notify the President or Vice President within 72 hours of any disciplinary action
taken. Coaches must submit a Uniform Incident Report to the Board within one week of issuing
the discipline.  The Board may review, modify, or uphold the disciplinary action undertaken by
the coach (es).

Item 2: Major Infractions
Coaches may request, in writing, to the Board, the release of a player whom:
a) Exhibits habitual and deliberate insubordination, poor attitude, improper language and/or
lack of interest or excessively violent behavior (constant fighting in scrimmages or games).
b) Habitually arrives late.
c) Exhibits deviant, antisocial behavior.
d) Plays under the influence of, or found in possession of drugs or alcohol.
e) Possesses a weapon.
f) Deliberately and knowledgeably attempts to injure another player.

Section 2: Coaches/Managers

Item 1: Minor Infractions
The Board may discipline any Coach or Manager who:
a) Exhibits unsportsmanlike or discriminative conduct.
b) Verbally abuses players, officials and/or spectators.
c) Assigns ice time unequally.

Item 2: Major Infractions
The Board may remove any coach or manager permanently who:
a) Exhibits habitual and deliberate insubordination, poor attitude, improper language and/or
lack of interest.
b) Habitually arrives late and/or is absent for an extended period without notice.
c) Exhibits deviant, antisocial behavior.
d) Coaches/manages under the influence or in possession of drugs or alcohol.
e) Possesses a weapon, with the exception of law enforcement officers.
f) Habitually verbally abuses players, officials and/or spectators.
g) Violates DHA Policy (MORE)

Election /A new beginning

As the 2011/2012 season comes to  a  close, I would like  to  take a minute to thank all of  the parents from the I-program.  And offer a special note thanks  to  Coach Marcus Norwood also. The kids involved in the I-program are  the  future of the Detroit Hockey Association and if their parents continue to be so supportive,the DHA will be in good hands in the  future.

However, as a  returning  coach and a  former board member, I have to admit to being unhappy with the  number of players involved with our  teams.  And I wonder every day,  why we didn't follow through with our recruiting  plans from last  Summer. This is water under  the bridge now,and the future of hockey at Jack Adams arena will now rest in the  hands of those who  will vote for new board members this year.

I truly hope that an election takes place,and the  torch is  passed to a new generation,with new ideas, who will keep Hockey going strong  at Jack Adams  for years to  come. Please take time to review the DHA Bylaws (link) to learn more about the open DHA board positions.

Detroit Hockey Association upcoming events

We are having a picture day tomorrow (March 31, 2012) beginning at 12pm. 

Next we would like to congratulate the Peewee team for winning the championship for their division!!!!! Way to go Dragons!!! Your hard work, commitment, and dedication paid off and you are the champions!!!

The 2011-2012 hockey season is slowly coming to a close. I hope you enjoyed it as much as we have. It has been great to see the players grow and improve in their skills over these months of hockey!! Both of our competitive teams are preparing for the upcoming spring league. We wish them good luck and much success!!! 

It is our plan to skate until at least the second week in May. So our last day of skating is tentatively set for May 12, 2012. If this should change I will let you know as soon as I am aware. With that said we have about a month and half of skating left. Please take advantage of this making sure you are still attending your practices!!! In the next couple of weeks we hope to have clinics set-up to help with further skill development so please look for more information to come regarding this.

Registration Fees:

If you owe any fees please make arrangements to pay these as soon as possible. All fees at this time are past due and need to be paid. Remember you will not be allowed to register for next season if you an outstanding balance.

FYI: We will once again be offering early registration along with discounts please look for more information regarding upcoming.

Annual End of the Year Banquet and Board Member Elections:

We are still making plans for the End of the Year Banquet. Please look for updates regarding this in the next few weeks.

Important Dates:

March 30, 2012: Edna Murray Foundation Skating Party 6pm-9pm (This is a fundraiser Mrs. Murray does in honor of her daughter who previously skated at Jack Adams who died in a tragic bus accident to raise money for scholarships she gives a way. The tickets are $5, if you can please support her!!!

March 31, 2012: Picture Day starting at 12pm

April 7, 2012: Easter Fun Festival at the Belle Isle Casino from 11am-3pm. A fun-filled event for youth 12 and under. There will be bouncers, food, face painting, Easter egg hunt, and etc.

April 28, 2012: Players vs. Coaches game (tentative date times to announced later)

If you have any questions or concerns please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank You,

Cynthia Wardlaw

313-727-7330

cw20033@aol.com

Detroit Dragons Peewees Capture LCAHL Smythe Division Crown!

Detroit Dragons Peewees Capture LCAHL Smythe Division Crown by 5-2 score.

Stay tuned for more details.

Hockey in the Hood in the News - 2012

March 5, 2012 - Youth Hockey Examiner: "Hockey in the Hood" successfully hosts its 8th tournament -by: Warren Shaw.

March 4, 2012 - The Michigan Citizen: Hockey in the Hood attracts suburban teams to the city - by: Harry M. Anderson, Jr.

3/11/2012 - The New Citizens Press: March Hockey In The Hood still successful despite changes and financial shortcomings - by: Harry M. Anderson, Jr.

 A Google search of hockey news "hockey in the hood" 2012 yielded the results listed above.  This search also uncovered the following article about HITH VI in 2009 from "America's Sports Radio Network" - SCORES.FM -  Hockey in the Hood: Its Game On for All.

Hockey in the Hood 8 was also listed as an 'upcoming event' in Michigan's Official Travel and Tourism Site PURE MICHIGAN  

Detroit Dragons Peewee B

Congratulations to the Detroit Dragons Peewee B team for making it to the LCAHL Championship game after a two game win today at the semi finals and the finals, 1st game win 7-4 and the 2nd game win 5-4, and after a double over time game in which the Dragons clench their VICTORY win, Great job Boy's and Girl. Way to go!!!! Special shout out to a great coaching staff Coach Al, Coach Drake and Manager Cynthia and a supportive group of parents. See you ALL next week in Melvindale.

HITH VIII Champions & final day photos



Detroit Hockey i-Program and Clark Park Hockey learn to play participants



Detroit Dragons and Kensington Valley Generals team photo from Hockey in the Hood 8 finals

HITH VIII Pee Wee Champions Kensington Valley Generals with Willie O'Cup championship trophy



Farmington Hills Scorpions and Royal Oak Jets Bantams at Jack Adams Arena - Livonia Blues were HITH VIII champs



Hockey in the Hood 8 finals to be played outdoors at Clark Park - Sunday (2/26/12)

Traditionally, HITH finals games have been played inside at Jack Adams Arena. This year Hockey in the Hood VIII championship games will be played outdoors at Clark Park in the afternoon. Additional games are scheduled for Sunday morning.

Following are the morning game times:
- 8:00 AM: Columbus Stars Pee Wees vs. Kesington Valley Generals
- 9:30 AM: Canton Crossfire Pee Wees vs. Detroit Dragons
- 11:00 AM: Detroit Hockey Association i-Program vs. Clark Park learn to play exhibition game

FINALS GAME TIMES
- Pee Wee: 12:30 PM
- Bantam: 2:30 PM

The Pee Wee and Bantam teams will be playing for the privilege of having their names added to the 'Willie O' Cup' named in honor of Willie O'Ree.  O'Ree broke the color barrier as the first African Canadian player in the NHL.

Press release: Detroit Hockey and Clark Park Coalition host HITH VIII