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by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Mon Aug 27, 2012 2:19 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Squirt A Thanksgiving Tounament
Replies: 33
Views: 13808

Elk River added to the mix.

Forest Lake Vannelli's Ranger Classic Squirt A Registered Teams:
Andover
Blaine
CCHA
Elk River
Forest Lake
Mahtomedi
Mpls
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Wed Aug 22, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Try-outs open or closed.
Replies: 43
Views: 9782

IMO, this idea that closed tryouts are warranted to take the pressure off of the kids is just perpetuating the trend to over shelter them from the real world and results in the loss of a prime teaching opportunity in dealing with pressure. I can maybe see it at Squirts but not at Pewees or Bantams. ...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Thu Aug 16, 2012 9:12 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Northern Educate
Replies: 71
Views: 34893

observer wrote:
According to a parent of a current player, STA doesn't move up because the administration does not want to encourage attendance solely for hockey purposes.
Now that is funny.
Funny how, funny like a clown? :) :D
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Thu Aug 16, 2012 8:52 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Northern Educate
Replies: 71
Views: 34893

Re: Northern Educate

Yes, i can see your point, however Achiever Academy will not be a recruiting powerhouse for some time. I say give this team a chance, and if they become a force in the A level, move them up to AA and let them compete. Don't bash this school because it is new and different. Or go ahead and bash it, ...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Wed Aug 15, 2012 4:16 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Squirt A Thanksgiving Tounament
Replies: 33
Views: 13808

Blaine Squirt A has committed.
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Wed Jun 27, 2012 10:57 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Anyone looking for a coach?
Replies: 6
Views: 3171

If Jules Winnfield was the other team's coach, he would have given him the Englewood Jack.
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Fri Jun 22, 2012 1:08 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Miracle Gold 03: The hope of the north???
Replies: 238
Views: 90533

Currently have a NB Squirt enrolled in FL STP.
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Tue Apr 24, 2012 4:43 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Minnesota's Tier1/AA Model
Replies: 53
Views: 10640

old goalie85 wrote:Chi-are the additional costs the Coors light????
Of course, I need to get my bar tabs payed some how :twisted:
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Tue Apr 24, 2012 4:25 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Minnesota's Tier1/AA Model
Replies: 53
Views: 10640

At $1,300 - $1,500 for association hockey, would that be due to non-parent coach salaries? Bob, according to my family who lives in suburban Minneapolis, MN area and has hockey playing boys the main difference in our association costs in WI and the ones the folks in MN pay are the salaries to paid ...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Sat Apr 21, 2012 9:07 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Minnesota's Tier1/AA Model
Replies: 53
Views: 10640

At $1,300 - $1,500 for association hockey, would that be due to non-parent coach salaries? Bob, according to my family who lives in suburban Minneapolis, MN area and has hockey playing boys the main difference in our association costs in WI and the ones the folks in MN pay are the salaries to paid ...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Fri Apr 20, 2012 10:03 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Minnesota's Tier1/AA Model
Replies: 53
Views: 10640

At $1,300 - $1,500 for association hockey, would that be due to non-parent coach salaries? Bob, according to my family who lives in suburban Minneapolis, MN area and has hockey playing boys the main difference in our association costs in WI and the ones the folks in MN pay are the salaries to paid ...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:53 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Selects and Super Series scores?
Replies: 2
Views: 2450

Selects East teams playing for the 'ship at all levels boys & girls.
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Mon Feb 27, 2012 9:46 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Should Minnesota Hockey cecede from USA Hockey?
Replies: 79
Views: 19316

I like the idea of a AAA winter league. I feel we should be free to play wherever we want and find the best hockey that is appropriate for our child's interest and skill level. It really sucks to be in an association that sucks and has no real desire to not suck. I shouldn't need to sell my house a...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Sun Feb 26, 2012 8:43 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Should Minnesota Hockey cecede from USA Hockey?
Replies: 79
Views: 19316

I like the idea of a AAA winter league. I feel we should be free to play wherever we want and find the best hockey that is appropriate for our child's interest and skill level. It really sucks to be in an association that sucks and has no real desire to not suck. I shouldn't need to sell my house a...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Wed Feb 22, 2012 9:26 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: 2012 Brick Invitational Tryout Date has been Set ('02's)
Replies: 96
Views: 33672

Remember northern MN has some great hockey players, some of which can out play any kid on both the machine and blades. But proximity keeps them from playing on the brick team. The 25 June practices requirement will keep the top end Northern kids out of playing for "TEAM MINNESOTA", unless of course...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Sun Feb 19, 2012 9:07 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Goalie companys [ who's the best] ?
Replies: 36
Views: 13349

Interesting topic so far. All of the companies that you have mentioned are good. There are several things that you do need to know though in order to do your job in developing your goalie. First, the best coaching that your kid will get will be from his own team mates. He will receive coaching tips...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Mon Feb 13, 2012 6:39 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: AAA Price Shopping
Replies: 18
Views: 6273

Mn Flames (St. Cloud) Each level sets their own schedule. 99s last year: About 25 hrs of practice and dryland. 5 scrimmages. 1 mini tournament (4 teams) 3 tournaments. About $750-800 It's too bad that there's not more programs like this out there for the kids that want to play traveling baseball. I...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Thu Feb 09, 2012 8:52 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Change to Minnesota Hockey
Replies: 40
Views: 11881

Re: Change to Minnesota Hockey

elliott70 wrote:If you could change one thing, what would it be:

Fill in the blank
_______________________________________________
One thing that comes to mind is tag up offsides at all levels.
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Fri Feb 03, 2012 10:46 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Fargo Squirt Top 16 seeds
Replies: 12
Views: 6371

nahc wrote:When is this tourney?
Feb 24-26

Tourney Website:

http://www.fargoflyershockey.com/index.html
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Thu Aug 11, 2011 10:15 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Team Size at Squirts
Replies: 24
Views: 7820

Team Size at Squirts

What do you feel is the optimal number of skaters and goalies per team at the Squirt level in association hockey?
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Wed Jul 13, 2011 9:08 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: WBL A Coaches
Replies: 49
Views: 20827

Re: WBL A Coaches

Some dad with a grudge because his kid doesn't make the A Peewee team his 1st year gets himself elected Traveling Director of the WBL Hockey Association and fires all the A coaches. Including probably one of the best coaches in youth hockey Scott Hambly the A Bantam coach and USA Select 15 coach......
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Fri Jul 01, 2011 11:06 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Development Opinions
Replies: 178
Views: 32792

Bo, I agree. What you have described is a localized issue with the association. Minnesota Hockey has an obligation to provide playing opportunities. I see them having a responsibility to provide an environment where all associations can be strong. It is a tall order if they are responsible for maki...
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Tue Jun 07, 2011 9:46 am
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Int'l Cup Tournament
Replies: 128
Views: 40758

OG - Played them in the Ind Classic. Lost 6-3. We match up well with them, should be a good game. Need to play better defense this time around. ](*,)
by CHI-TOWN HOCKEYDAD
Tue May 17, 2011 7:34 pm
Forum: Minnesota Youth Hockey
Topic: Pee Wee Checking Debate
Replies: 106
Views: 32663

My understanding is if USA Hockey ratifies it will apply to all regions that are part of USA Hockey regardless of their vote. That is just my understanding and could be incorrect. :?