RichardGraham
05-01-2004, 04:51 AM
Hi Folks,
Here's the April edition of INLINE - ONLINE, the official e-mail newsletter of USA Hockey InLine
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1. 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Team Open-Tryout Camp
The 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Team Open-Tryout Camp will take place at Soc n' Roll Indoor Sports Arena in Monument, Colo., from April 30-May 2. Team USA will compete at the 2004 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World InLine Championship, to be held July 10-18 in Bad Tolz, Germany. The IIHF World InLine Championship is the most competitive event in inline hockey. Players attending the Open-Tryout Camp will be vying for two spots to the Main Camp, to be held in early July. Players selected to the Main Camp will have all expenses covered by USA Hockey InLine.
Last year, an Open Camp player earned a spot on the USA Hockey InLine National Team roster! For more information, please contact USA Hockey InLine at 800-888-INLN, ext. 116.
2. 2004 Collegiate Roller Hockey National Championship
Fifty-two college club inline hockey teams converged on the Anaheim Hockey Club April 14-18, in Anaheim, Calif., for the 2004 Collegiate Roller Hockey National Championship. Teams competed in DI, DII, DIII and a B Division for a chance to be crowned National Champion. Teams from all over the country were selected by the National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association (NCRHA) to represent their college at this prestigious event.
The NCHRA was formed to help standardize and promote inline hockey at the collegiate level. As a partner of USA Hockey InLine, the NCHRA works with colleges and universities in an effort to allow inline hockey players the chance to play for their school. With the help of the NCRHA, USA Hockey InLine is able to provide playing opportunities for the 8-and-Under player through the collegiate level and onto the international level.
Below are the results from the Collegiate Roller Hockey National Championship. For more information on the NCRHA, please visit www.ncrha.org.
DI
Penn State (University Park, Pa.), 3
Lindenwood (St. Charles, Mo.), 10
DII
Neumann (Aston, Pa.), 3
UM-St. Louis (St. Louis, Mo.), 4
DIII
Suffolk County Comm. College (Brentwood, N.Y.), 2
St. Charles Comm. College (St. Peters, Mo.), 7
B Division
Meramec B Green (Meramec, Mo.), 2
Lindenwood B (St. Charles, Mo.), 10
3. USA Hockey InLine Scholarship Program
USA Hockey InLine is proud to present three high school seniors with a $1,000 scholarship to be used to attend an accredited college or university. A selection committee has been formed to review all scholarship applications and the winners will be announced at the USA Hockey InLine National Championships, presented by Easton, July 28-Aug. 8, at The Cooler in Alpharetta, Ga.
Any high school senior that participates in the High School Division at one of the 2004 USA Hockey InLine Regional Championships or the 2004 T.A.G. Qualifiers and has a current grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or above is eligible to apply for the scholarships. Applications must be submitted by July 16 to qualify for the scholarship. For more information or to download the application form, please click here.
4. New Member Card
In an effort to streamline the registration process and increase turn-around time, USA Hockey InLine has developed a new member card. In the past the member card was printed and inserted into an envelope before being mailed out.
To help reduce processing time for the 2004-05 season, USA Hockey InLine will mail a postcard that will include the member card, that can be cut out and retained as proof of membership. This new postcard will also include information on offers that are only valid for USA Hockey InLine members. Don't miss out on these exclusive offers or risk throwing out your USA Hockey InLine member card. Keep an eye on the mail - the member cards will be mailed beginning June 1.
5. USA Hockey InLine Creates New Promotional Brochure
"What Does USA Hockey InLine Do For Inline Hockey?" is the latest informational and educational tool created by USA Hockey InLine. This brochure will be made available to all USA Hockey InLine-sanctioned leagues and registered members, as well as be used to educate non-sanctioned entities on the many benefits and services offered through sanctioning and registration. The brochure lists detailed accomplishments garnered since USA Hockey InLine's inception including, but not limited to; Coaching and Player Development Programs, Officiating, Official Playing Rules, International Team Program, League Sanctioning and Membership, Publications, Scholastic Programs, Tournaments and Events, Miscellaneous Services and Partnerships. The goal of this brochure will be to educate the entire industry of the overall makeup of USA Hockey InLine and of the countless efforts that have led the organization to be recognized as the sport's premier leader. Its content is sure to surprise even our biggest supporters! Copies of the brochure are soon to be found at your local rink, or to request a copy, please contact (800) 888-INLN.
6. Corporate Partner Links
USA Hockey InLine would like to thank its inline hockey industry Corporate Partners including: CCM Sports, Easton, IDS, Itech, Jofa, Koho, Labeda, Mission, Sport Court, Tour and the USA Hockey InLine Super Skills Video Series. To learn more about the products of each, please click onto the web addresses below:
CCM Sports - www.ccmsports.com
Easton - www.eastonhockey.com
IDS - www.idshockey.com
Itech - www.itech.com
Jofa - www.jofa.com
Koho - www.koho.com
Labeda - www.labeda.com
Mission - www.missionrh.com
Sport Court - www.sportcourt.com
Tour - www.tourhockey.com
USAHIL Video Series - www.usahil-superskillsseries.com
7. USA Hockey Official Online Store
Save $10* on USA Hockey InLine Replica Jerseys
Here's your chance to look just like a member of the USA Hockey InLine National Team. This replica jersey is stylish and shows your support for Team USA. And if you act now, you can save $10* on your purchase. Order yours today!
*Offer ends May 7th, 2004
Click on the links below to order your jersey today!
InLine National White Home Replica Jersey
InLine National Blue Away Replica Jersey
Events
8. Seven T.A.G. Dates Added
USA Hockey InLine has announced the addition of seven events to the Tournament Allies Group (T.A.G.) schedule due to the high interest level from teams across the country. Following are the new dates for the T.A.G. Qualification Tournament Schedule. Please visit www.usahockeyinline.com for the complete schedule.
Date Venue Location Operator
April 17-18 Skate Station, Jacksonville, Fla., ECHO
April 23-25 Palm Beach Skate Zone, Lake Worth, Fla., 2Hot4Ice
April 30-May 2 Coast 2 Coast, Huntington Beach, Calif., Topcat Hockey
May 21-23 The Cooler Alpharetta, Ga., ECHO
June 11-13 Hot Shots Sports Arena, Mt. Pleasant, Pa., 2Hot4Ice
June 11-13 Mt. Hood Sports Arena, Clakamas, Ore., Six Pac USA
June 18-20 Shooters Indoor Sports, Richmond, Va., 2Hot4Ice
For more information, please visit: www.usahockeyinline.com
ECHO -- www.echohockey.com
Six Pac USA -- www.6pacusa.com
TopCat Hockey -- www.topcathockey.com
2Hot4Ice -- www.2Hot4Ice.com
Coastal Cup Series -- www.coastalcup.com
9. 2004 USA Hockey InLine Regional Championships
Be sure to visit the USA Hockey InLine Web site, www.usahockeyinline.com for the remaining schedule of USA Hockey InLine Regional Championships, as well as for results from previous USAHIL Regional Championships.
10. Attention All USAHIL Regional Championship Teams!
For the first time ever, USAHIL will offer a team entry fee discount to teams participating in the Stars and Stripes Divisions, and both High School Divisions at the USAHIL National Championships, presented by Easton. To receive this entry fee discount, teams must register and pay in full for the USAHIL National Championship at your Regional Championship.
*10U, 12U, 14U, and 17U will cost $595 - SAVE $100 per team entry!
*8U, Varsity, and Junior Varsity will cost $495 - SAVE $55 per team entry!
Plan ahead and SAVE MONEY; these prices are applicable only when registration is paid in full at your Regional Championship.
11. 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Championships Block Schedule
USA Hockey InLine will once again utilize a block schedule in order to accommodate additional teams in each division. As a result, certain age divisions will be grouped together to play over a four or five-day period instead of being required to be in attendance for the duration of the event. Below is the block schedule for the event.
Wednesday, July 28 - Saturday, July 31
Girls' 12-and-Under Division
Girls' 17-and-Under Division
12-and-Under Stars Division
12-and-Under Stripes Division
17-and-Under Stars Division
17-and-Under Stripes Division
Saturday, July 31 - Easton Hockey Day
Easton Skills Competition
Participant Appreciation Party
Opening Ceremony
Sunday, August 1 - Wednesday, August 4
8-and-Under Stars Division
8-and-Under Stripes Division
10-and-Under Stars Division
10-and-Under Stripes Division
14-and-Under Stars Division
14-and-Under Stripes Division
Monday, August 2 - Thursday, August 5
High School Varsity Division
High School Junior Varsity Division
College Division
Thursday, August 5 - Sunday, August 8
8-and-Under USA Open Division
10-and-Under USA Open Division
12-and-Under USA Open Division
14-and-Under USA Open Division
17-and-Under USA Open Division
12. Attention Girls
The USA Hockey Inline National Championships, presented by Easton, will once again host the girls' 12-Under and 17-Under age divisions. The girls' divisions will be held July 28-31, at The Cooler, in Alpharetta, Ga. Age determination is the age of each player as of December 31, 2003.
The defending 2003 Mt. Hood Thunder 17-Under Championship Girls Team would cordially like to challenge all 17-Under girls' teams for bragging rights at the 2004 National Championships. So girls, get your team together and take the challenge.
If you do not have a full team, please contact Barbara Bruce at 800-888-INLN, ext. 110 for more information or visit our Web site, www.usahockeyinline.com.
13. 14-and-Under Player Development Camps
Do you want to improve your game? Are you looking to receive regional exposure or want to test your skills against players from across your region? Then here's your chance! Sign up now for the 2004 14-and-Under Player Development Camps! This summer, we are expanding this program to four regional sites across the country.
The goal of the camps is to give both male and female players ages 11-14 the opportunity to improve their skills in an enjoyable environment under the guidance of inline hockey's top coaches. The camps will focus on skill development and are your opportunity to learn what it will take to one day play in the National Junior Program and for Team USA! So, get a head start on your competition and sign up today! Don't miss it!
Benefits
· Each player will receive top instruction from USA Hockey InLine coaches and National Team staff..
· Each player who participates is guaranteed two one-hour games and practices totaling three hours.
· Each player will receive off-surface training.
· Each player will receive a complete camp evaluation.
· All players will receive a Player Development Camp jersey.
· Each camp can accept a maximum of 112 participants (96 skaters, 16 goaltenders). Registration is on a first-come, first served basis.
· USA Hockey InLine will hold a parent seminar on inline hockey programs and opportunities during each camp.
Dates Facility Location
April 2-4 CHIL-Sportsplus, Evandale, Ohio
Aug.13-15 Savannah Supergoose, Savannah, Ga.
Aug. 20-22 Huntington Beach Skatezone, Huntington Beach, Calif.
Aug. 27-29 Skaters Choice, Sewell, N.J.
For more information or for a tentative camp schedule, please contact Aaron Kriss, USA Hockey InLine Coaching and Player Development, at 800-888-INLN, ext. 112.
14. USA Hockey InLine National Junior Program Is Back
USA Hockey InLine's elite program designed for players aged 15-18 is back for a fourth year. Players from this program have an opportunity to test their skills in a premier setting. Eligible players will attend one of the four Regional Tryout Camps with a chance to be selected to the National Junior Festival, to be held June 24-27 in Corona, Calif., at the Inline Sports Center. Players selected to the Festival will compete in a round robin tournament against top players from the other regions as well as Canada's Team Alberta. Four players from the Festival will be invited to tryout for the 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Team that will represent the United States at the 2004 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World InLine Championships, to be held July 10-17 in Bad Tolz, Germany.
Dates Facility Location
April 23-25 Healthsouth Training Center, El Segundo, Calif.
May 7-9 Midwest Sports Hockey, Ballwin, Mo.
May 14-16 The Cooler , Alpharetta, Ga.
May 21-23 Flyers Skatezone, Voorhees, N.J.
National Junior Festival
Date Facility Location
June 24-27 Inline Sports Center, Corona, Calif.
For registration information, please visit www.usahockeyinline.com.
Be The Best
15. Return Pass Back Check
USA Hockey InLine Age-Specific Drill Book -- 14/17-And-Under
Divide the players into two lines, one at the center line and one on the hash marks by the opposite face off circles. Player one starts the drill by skating around the pylon and then receives a pass from player two. Player one then skates full out to the far pylon and goes in and shoots. Player two back checks full out and tries to take the angle away from the shooter. Change lines.
Coaching and Officiating
16. Stay One Step Ahead Of The Game
It's that time of year again! Time to get a USA Hockey InLine Coaching Clinic near you. At this time, 15 coaching clinics have been conducted across the country, as beginning coaches as well as seasoned veterans, are taking advantage of the instruction from our knowledgeable and trained staff. USA Hockey InLine offers Level One and Level Two Coaching Clinics. We provide all the coaching materials to help improve your game, but the rest is up to you! To set up a clinic in your league or near you, please call USA Hockey InLine at 800-888-INLN, ext. 112. The process is simple, just request a Bid-to-Host clinic form, return it to the national office, and we will take care of the rest!
Clinic Length: The clinics are four to five hours in length, with one to two hours being on-surface instruction.
What to bring: Plan on bringing a pen, paper, skates (if possible), helmet, stick and your lunch.
Clinic Fees: Level One Clinics are $10 and Level Two Clinics are $20.
Level One Clinics
The Roles of the Coach/Official/Player/Parent
Leadership
Safety Procedures
Communication
Lesson Planning
On-surface demonstration/instruction of skills and drills
Level Two Clinics
Skill Progression
Safety Procedures
Coaches Code of Conduct
Bench Management
In-House Team Selection
Offensive and Defensive Play
On-Surface Instruction: Team Strategy, Breakout, Forecheck, Face-offs
17. 2004 USA Hockey InLine Coach Assist Selections
The 2004 USA Hockey InLine Coach Assist Program has again given local coaches an opportunity to be a part of this summers National Junior Program staff at the Regional Tryout Camps. Coaches will help facilitate practice and game sessions and observe the player evaluation process. These coaches will receive Mission skates, gloves and a hockey stick, as well as USA Hockey InLine apparel. Coaches selected to assist at the camps will also receive travel, accommodations and meals. We are excited to announce the selections for this year's program:
Eric Maihlot (Houston, Texas) -- West Regional Camp - El Segundo, Calif.
Mike Arnold (Omaha, Neb.) -- Midwest/Central Regional Camp - Ballwin, Mo.
James Hoffman (Newton, N.J.) -- East Regional Camp - Voorhees, N.J.
Jay Milton (Columbia, S.C.) -- South Regional Camp - Alpharetta, Ga.
18. Don't Break The Rules!
All referee registrations for the 2003-04 season expire on May 31. All referees working USA Hockey InLine games are required to be registered for 2004-05 and pass the new 2004-05 open book exam.
Registered referees should have either the new crest with "2005" on it, and a 2004-05 referee card. In order to officiate USA Hockey InLine-sanctioned games, all referees must pass the open-book exam with a score of 35 out of 50 correct (70%) or better. Referees who wish to be classified at "Level 1" must also attend a Level 1 clinic. Those who attend a Level 2 clinic will be classified at "Level 2."
Referees who are not eligible place themselves and the league in jeopardy. If you have not done so, please take time today to register and take your exam. Registration forms may be downloaded at www.usahockeyinline.com, or by contacting the national office at (800) 888-INLN, ext. 119.
19. Wanna Be An "NHL Referee"?
The NHL Breakout Invitational Championships 2004 will be held July 16-18 at the Opry Mills in Nashville, Tenn. Between 24-30 referees are needed for the event and will be assigned by USA Hockey InLine. Shared accommodations will be provided and game fees will be paid on site, however, referees will be responsible for their own transportation. If you are interested in officiating the NHL Breakout Invitational Championship 2004, please submit a cover letter, referee resume, including your officiating experience, and three references to:
USAHIL Officiating Program
attn: Rob Coggin
1775 Bob Johnson Dr.
Colorado Springs, Colo. 80906
Resumes may also be faxed to (719) 538-7838 or e-mailed to RobC@usahockeyinline.org. Referees will be selected based on officiating experience, location and references. Referees under 18 years-old will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please send all applications no later than June 11.
20. USA Hockey InLine Officiating Clinics
Date City, State Facility Contact E-mail/Phone
May 2 Monument, Colo. Class - USA Hockey OfficeOn-Surface - Soc'n'Roll Rob Coggin, RobC@usahockeyinline.org(800) 888-INLN, ext. 119
May 8 Voorhees, N.J. Flyer's Skate Zone Anthony Catanzariti, Sr. antonio.catanzariti@verizon.net(856) 232-1949
May 8 Orlando, Fla. Universal Skate Bill Shapiro (407) 339-8322
May 13 Ellenton, Fla. J.P. Igloo Paul Pelletier echoreferee@aol.com(352) 428-0618
May 16 Mt. Prospect, Ill. Mt. Prospect Park District Bill Sanders w.sand@comcast.net(630) 837-5171
TBD Las Cruces, N.M. Meersheidt Rec. Center Rob Belcher RB@GOGMS.NET(505) 804-9066
TBD Austin, Texas Round Rock Roller Rink Rob Coggin RobC@usahockeyinline.org(800) 888-INLN, ext. 119
August Nashville, Tenn. Youth Incorporated Bill Day wtday@bellsouth.net(615) 444-9696
September El Paso, Texas Nations Tobin Rob Belcher RB@GOGMS.NET(505) 804-9066
September Amarillo / Lubbock, Texas TBD Rob Belcher RB@GOGMS.NET(505) 804-9066
21. 2004 Coach-in-Chief Volunteer Of The Year
Each year USA Hockey InLine presents one of our dedicated coaching volunteers with the Volunteer of the Year Award. Their efforts and commitments are the reasons why USA Hockey InLine is the leader in the sport today! Our volunteers are a vital part of our various programs. They are instrumental in instructing Coaching Clinics, Player Development Programs and implementing new ideas such as the Learn-To-Play Program. The 2004 Volunteer of the Year Award went to Bob Anderson. Bob is the Florida Zone Coach-in-Chief has been a valuable member of USA Hockey InLine for over five years. He has instructed countless Coaching Clinics and been on the coaching staff at our National Junior Festival. Bob has been a key part of our staff over the years, helping to develop ideas and programs to grow the sport.
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Sincerely,
Richard Graham
Editor
Inline Hockey Central
Here's the April edition of INLINE - ONLINE, the official e-mail newsletter of USA Hockey InLine
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1. 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Team Open-Tryout Camp
The 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Team Open-Tryout Camp will take place at Soc n' Roll Indoor Sports Arena in Monument, Colo., from April 30-May 2. Team USA will compete at the 2004 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World InLine Championship, to be held July 10-18 in Bad Tolz, Germany. The IIHF World InLine Championship is the most competitive event in inline hockey. Players attending the Open-Tryout Camp will be vying for two spots to the Main Camp, to be held in early July. Players selected to the Main Camp will have all expenses covered by USA Hockey InLine.
Last year, an Open Camp player earned a spot on the USA Hockey InLine National Team roster! For more information, please contact USA Hockey InLine at 800-888-INLN, ext. 116.
2. 2004 Collegiate Roller Hockey National Championship
Fifty-two college club inline hockey teams converged on the Anaheim Hockey Club April 14-18, in Anaheim, Calif., for the 2004 Collegiate Roller Hockey National Championship. Teams competed in DI, DII, DIII and a B Division for a chance to be crowned National Champion. Teams from all over the country were selected by the National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association (NCRHA) to represent their college at this prestigious event.
The NCHRA was formed to help standardize and promote inline hockey at the collegiate level. As a partner of USA Hockey InLine, the NCHRA works with colleges and universities in an effort to allow inline hockey players the chance to play for their school. With the help of the NCRHA, USA Hockey InLine is able to provide playing opportunities for the 8-and-Under player through the collegiate level and onto the international level.
Below are the results from the Collegiate Roller Hockey National Championship. For more information on the NCRHA, please visit www.ncrha.org.
DI
Penn State (University Park, Pa.), 3
Lindenwood (St. Charles, Mo.), 10
DII
Neumann (Aston, Pa.), 3
UM-St. Louis (St. Louis, Mo.), 4
DIII
Suffolk County Comm. College (Brentwood, N.Y.), 2
St. Charles Comm. College (St. Peters, Mo.), 7
B Division
Meramec B Green (Meramec, Mo.), 2
Lindenwood B (St. Charles, Mo.), 10
3. USA Hockey InLine Scholarship Program
USA Hockey InLine is proud to present three high school seniors with a $1,000 scholarship to be used to attend an accredited college or university. A selection committee has been formed to review all scholarship applications and the winners will be announced at the USA Hockey InLine National Championships, presented by Easton, July 28-Aug. 8, at The Cooler in Alpharetta, Ga.
Any high school senior that participates in the High School Division at one of the 2004 USA Hockey InLine Regional Championships or the 2004 T.A.G. Qualifiers and has a current grade point average (GPA) of 2.7 or above is eligible to apply for the scholarships. Applications must be submitted by July 16 to qualify for the scholarship. For more information or to download the application form, please click here.
4. New Member Card
In an effort to streamline the registration process and increase turn-around time, USA Hockey InLine has developed a new member card. In the past the member card was printed and inserted into an envelope before being mailed out.
To help reduce processing time for the 2004-05 season, USA Hockey InLine will mail a postcard that will include the member card, that can be cut out and retained as proof of membership. This new postcard will also include information on offers that are only valid for USA Hockey InLine members. Don't miss out on these exclusive offers or risk throwing out your USA Hockey InLine member card. Keep an eye on the mail - the member cards will be mailed beginning June 1.
5. USA Hockey InLine Creates New Promotional Brochure
"What Does USA Hockey InLine Do For Inline Hockey?" is the latest informational and educational tool created by USA Hockey InLine. This brochure will be made available to all USA Hockey InLine-sanctioned leagues and registered members, as well as be used to educate non-sanctioned entities on the many benefits and services offered through sanctioning and registration. The brochure lists detailed accomplishments garnered since USA Hockey InLine's inception including, but not limited to; Coaching and Player Development Programs, Officiating, Official Playing Rules, International Team Program, League Sanctioning and Membership, Publications, Scholastic Programs, Tournaments and Events, Miscellaneous Services and Partnerships. The goal of this brochure will be to educate the entire industry of the overall makeup of USA Hockey InLine and of the countless efforts that have led the organization to be recognized as the sport's premier leader. Its content is sure to surprise even our biggest supporters! Copies of the brochure are soon to be found at your local rink, or to request a copy, please contact (800) 888-INLN.
6. Corporate Partner Links
USA Hockey InLine would like to thank its inline hockey industry Corporate Partners including: CCM Sports, Easton, IDS, Itech, Jofa, Koho, Labeda, Mission, Sport Court, Tour and the USA Hockey InLine Super Skills Video Series. To learn more about the products of each, please click onto the web addresses below:
CCM Sports - www.ccmsports.com
Easton - www.eastonhockey.com
IDS - www.idshockey.com
Itech - www.itech.com
Jofa - www.jofa.com
Koho - www.koho.com
Labeda - www.labeda.com
Mission - www.missionrh.com
Sport Court - www.sportcourt.com
Tour - www.tourhockey.com
USAHIL Video Series - www.usahil-superskillsseries.com
7. USA Hockey Official Online Store
Save $10* on USA Hockey InLine Replica Jerseys
Here's your chance to look just like a member of the USA Hockey InLine National Team. This replica jersey is stylish and shows your support for Team USA. And if you act now, you can save $10* on your purchase. Order yours today!
*Offer ends May 7th, 2004
Click on the links below to order your jersey today!
InLine National White Home Replica Jersey
InLine National Blue Away Replica Jersey
Events
8. Seven T.A.G. Dates Added
USA Hockey InLine has announced the addition of seven events to the Tournament Allies Group (T.A.G.) schedule due to the high interest level from teams across the country. Following are the new dates for the T.A.G. Qualification Tournament Schedule. Please visit www.usahockeyinline.com for the complete schedule.
Date Venue Location Operator
April 17-18 Skate Station, Jacksonville, Fla., ECHO
April 23-25 Palm Beach Skate Zone, Lake Worth, Fla., 2Hot4Ice
April 30-May 2 Coast 2 Coast, Huntington Beach, Calif., Topcat Hockey
May 21-23 The Cooler Alpharetta, Ga., ECHO
June 11-13 Hot Shots Sports Arena, Mt. Pleasant, Pa., 2Hot4Ice
June 11-13 Mt. Hood Sports Arena, Clakamas, Ore., Six Pac USA
June 18-20 Shooters Indoor Sports, Richmond, Va., 2Hot4Ice
For more information, please visit: www.usahockeyinline.com
ECHO -- www.echohockey.com
Six Pac USA -- www.6pacusa.com
TopCat Hockey -- www.topcathockey.com
2Hot4Ice -- www.2Hot4Ice.com
Coastal Cup Series -- www.coastalcup.com
9. 2004 USA Hockey InLine Regional Championships
Be sure to visit the USA Hockey InLine Web site, www.usahockeyinline.com for the remaining schedule of USA Hockey InLine Regional Championships, as well as for results from previous USAHIL Regional Championships.
10. Attention All USAHIL Regional Championship Teams!
For the first time ever, USAHIL will offer a team entry fee discount to teams participating in the Stars and Stripes Divisions, and both High School Divisions at the USAHIL National Championships, presented by Easton. To receive this entry fee discount, teams must register and pay in full for the USAHIL National Championship at your Regional Championship.
*10U, 12U, 14U, and 17U will cost $595 - SAVE $100 per team entry!
*8U, Varsity, and Junior Varsity will cost $495 - SAVE $55 per team entry!
Plan ahead and SAVE MONEY; these prices are applicable only when registration is paid in full at your Regional Championship.
11. 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Championships Block Schedule
USA Hockey InLine will once again utilize a block schedule in order to accommodate additional teams in each division. As a result, certain age divisions will be grouped together to play over a four or five-day period instead of being required to be in attendance for the duration of the event. Below is the block schedule for the event.
Wednesday, July 28 - Saturday, July 31
Girls' 12-and-Under Division
Girls' 17-and-Under Division
12-and-Under Stars Division
12-and-Under Stripes Division
17-and-Under Stars Division
17-and-Under Stripes Division
Saturday, July 31 - Easton Hockey Day
Easton Skills Competition
Participant Appreciation Party
Opening Ceremony
Sunday, August 1 - Wednesday, August 4
8-and-Under Stars Division
8-and-Under Stripes Division
10-and-Under Stars Division
10-and-Under Stripes Division
14-and-Under Stars Division
14-and-Under Stripes Division
Monday, August 2 - Thursday, August 5
High School Varsity Division
High School Junior Varsity Division
College Division
Thursday, August 5 - Sunday, August 8
8-and-Under USA Open Division
10-and-Under USA Open Division
12-and-Under USA Open Division
14-and-Under USA Open Division
17-and-Under USA Open Division
12. Attention Girls
The USA Hockey Inline National Championships, presented by Easton, will once again host the girls' 12-Under and 17-Under age divisions. The girls' divisions will be held July 28-31, at The Cooler, in Alpharetta, Ga. Age determination is the age of each player as of December 31, 2003.
The defending 2003 Mt. Hood Thunder 17-Under Championship Girls Team would cordially like to challenge all 17-Under girls' teams for bragging rights at the 2004 National Championships. So girls, get your team together and take the challenge.
If you do not have a full team, please contact Barbara Bruce at 800-888-INLN, ext. 110 for more information or visit our Web site, www.usahockeyinline.com.
13. 14-and-Under Player Development Camps
Do you want to improve your game? Are you looking to receive regional exposure or want to test your skills against players from across your region? Then here's your chance! Sign up now for the 2004 14-and-Under Player Development Camps! This summer, we are expanding this program to four regional sites across the country.
The goal of the camps is to give both male and female players ages 11-14 the opportunity to improve their skills in an enjoyable environment under the guidance of inline hockey's top coaches. The camps will focus on skill development and are your opportunity to learn what it will take to one day play in the National Junior Program and for Team USA! So, get a head start on your competition and sign up today! Don't miss it!
Benefits
· Each player will receive top instruction from USA Hockey InLine coaches and National Team staff..
· Each player who participates is guaranteed two one-hour games and practices totaling three hours.
· Each player will receive off-surface training.
· Each player will receive a complete camp evaluation.
· All players will receive a Player Development Camp jersey.
· Each camp can accept a maximum of 112 participants (96 skaters, 16 goaltenders). Registration is on a first-come, first served basis.
· USA Hockey InLine will hold a parent seminar on inline hockey programs and opportunities during each camp.
Dates Facility Location
April 2-4 CHIL-Sportsplus, Evandale, Ohio
Aug.13-15 Savannah Supergoose, Savannah, Ga.
Aug. 20-22 Huntington Beach Skatezone, Huntington Beach, Calif.
Aug. 27-29 Skaters Choice, Sewell, N.J.
For more information or for a tentative camp schedule, please contact Aaron Kriss, USA Hockey InLine Coaching and Player Development, at 800-888-INLN, ext. 112.
14. USA Hockey InLine National Junior Program Is Back
USA Hockey InLine's elite program designed for players aged 15-18 is back for a fourth year. Players from this program have an opportunity to test their skills in a premier setting. Eligible players will attend one of the four Regional Tryout Camps with a chance to be selected to the National Junior Festival, to be held June 24-27 in Corona, Calif., at the Inline Sports Center. Players selected to the Festival will compete in a round robin tournament against top players from the other regions as well as Canada's Team Alberta. Four players from the Festival will be invited to tryout for the 2004 USA Hockey InLine National Team that will represent the United States at the 2004 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World InLine Championships, to be held July 10-17 in Bad Tolz, Germany.
Dates Facility Location
April 23-25 Healthsouth Training Center, El Segundo, Calif.
May 7-9 Midwest Sports Hockey, Ballwin, Mo.
May 14-16 The Cooler , Alpharetta, Ga.
May 21-23 Flyers Skatezone, Voorhees, N.J.
National Junior Festival
Date Facility Location
June 24-27 Inline Sports Center, Corona, Calif.
For registration information, please visit www.usahockeyinline.com.
Be The Best
15. Return Pass Back Check
USA Hockey InLine Age-Specific Drill Book -- 14/17-And-Under
Divide the players into two lines, one at the center line and one on the hash marks by the opposite face off circles. Player one starts the drill by skating around the pylon and then receives a pass from player two. Player one then skates full out to the far pylon and goes in and shoots. Player two back checks full out and tries to take the angle away from the shooter. Change lines.
Coaching and Officiating
16. Stay One Step Ahead Of The Game
It's that time of year again! Time to get a USA Hockey InLine Coaching Clinic near you. At this time, 15 coaching clinics have been conducted across the country, as beginning coaches as well as seasoned veterans, are taking advantage of the instruction from our knowledgeable and trained staff. USA Hockey InLine offers Level One and Level Two Coaching Clinics. We provide all the coaching materials to help improve your game, but the rest is up to you! To set up a clinic in your league or near you, please call USA Hockey InLine at 800-888-INLN, ext. 112. The process is simple, just request a Bid-to-Host clinic form, return it to the national office, and we will take care of the rest!
Clinic Length: The clinics are four to five hours in length, with one to two hours being on-surface instruction.
What to bring: Plan on bringing a pen, paper, skates (if possible), helmet, stick and your lunch.
Clinic Fees: Level One Clinics are $10 and Level Two Clinics are $20.
Level One Clinics
The Roles of the Coach/Official/Player/Parent
Leadership
Safety Procedures
Communication
Lesson Planning
On-surface demonstration/instruction of skills and drills
Level Two Clinics
Skill Progression
Safety Procedures
Coaches Code of Conduct
Bench Management
In-House Team Selection
Offensive and Defensive Play
On-Surface Instruction: Team Strategy, Breakout, Forecheck, Face-offs
17. 2004 USA Hockey InLine Coach Assist Selections
The 2004 USA Hockey InLine Coach Assist Program has again given local coaches an opportunity to be a part of this summers National Junior Program staff at the Regional Tryout Camps. Coaches will help facilitate practice and game sessions and observe the player evaluation process. These coaches will receive Mission skates, gloves and a hockey stick, as well as USA Hockey InLine apparel. Coaches selected to assist at the camps will also receive travel, accommodations and meals. We are excited to announce the selections for this year's program:
Eric Maihlot (Houston, Texas) -- West Regional Camp - El Segundo, Calif.
Mike Arnold (Omaha, Neb.) -- Midwest/Central Regional Camp - Ballwin, Mo.
James Hoffman (Newton, N.J.) -- East Regional Camp - Voorhees, N.J.
Jay Milton (Columbia, S.C.) -- South Regional Camp - Alpharetta, Ga.
18. Don't Break The Rules!
All referee registrations for the 2003-04 season expire on May 31. All referees working USA Hockey InLine games are required to be registered for 2004-05 and pass the new 2004-05 open book exam.
Registered referees should have either the new crest with "2005" on it, and a 2004-05 referee card. In order to officiate USA Hockey InLine-sanctioned games, all referees must pass the open-book exam with a score of 35 out of 50 correct (70%) or better. Referees who wish to be classified at "Level 1" must also attend a Level 1 clinic. Those who attend a Level 2 clinic will be classified at "Level 2."
Referees who are not eligible place themselves and the league in jeopardy. If you have not done so, please take time today to register and take your exam. Registration forms may be downloaded at www.usahockeyinline.com, or by contacting the national office at (800) 888-INLN, ext. 119.
19. Wanna Be An "NHL Referee"?
The NHL Breakout Invitational Championships 2004 will be held July 16-18 at the Opry Mills in Nashville, Tenn. Between 24-30 referees are needed for the event and will be assigned by USA Hockey InLine. Shared accommodations will be provided and game fees will be paid on site, however, referees will be responsible for their own transportation. If you are interested in officiating the NHL Breakout Invitational Championship 2004, please submit a cover letter, referee resume, including your officiating experience, and three references to:
USAHIL Officiating Program
attn: Rob Coggin
1775 Bob Johnson Dr.
Colorado Springs, Colo. 80906
Resumes may also be faxed to (719) 538-7838 or e-mailed to RobC@usahockeyinline.org. Referees will be selected based on officiating experience, location and references. Referees under 18 years-old will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please send all applications no later than June 11.
20. USA Hockey InLine Officiating Clinics
Date City, State Facility Contact E-mail/Phone
May 2 Monument, Colo. Class - USA Hockey OfficeOn-Surface - Soc'n'Roll Rob Coggin, RobC@usahockeyinline.org(800) 888-INLN, ext. 119
May 8 Voorhees, N.J. Flyer's Skate Zone Anthony Catanzariti, Sr. antonio.catanzariti@verizon.net(856) 232-1949
May 8 Orlando, Fla. Universal Skate Bill Shapiro (407) 339-8322
May 13 Ellenton, Fla. J.P. Igloo Paul Pelletier echoreferee@aol.com(352) 428-0618
May 16 Mt. Prospect, Ill. Mt. Prospect Park District Bill Sanders w.sand@comcast.net(630) 837-5171
TBD Las Cruces, N.M. Meersheidt Rec. Center Rob Belcher RB@GOGMS.NET(505) 804-9066
TBD Austin, Texas Round Rock Roller Rink Rob Coggin RobC@usahockeyinline.org(800) 888-INLN, ext. 119
August Nashville, Tenn. Youth Incorporated Bill Day wtday@bellsouth.net(615) 444-9696
September El Paso, Texas Nations Tobin Rob Belcher RB@GOGMS.NET(505) 804-9066
September Amarillo / Lubbock, Texas TBD Rob Belcher RB@GOGMS.NET(505) 804-9066
21. 2004 Coach-in-Chief Volunteer Of The Year
Each year USA Hockey InLine presents one of our dedicated coaching volunteers with the Volunteer of the Year Award. Their efforts and commitments are the reasons why USA Hockey InLine is the leader in the sport today! Our volunteers are a vital part of our various programs. They are instrumental in instructing Coaching Clinics, Player Development Programs and implementing new ideas such as the Learn-To-Play Program. The 2004 Volunteer of the Year Award went to Bob Anderson. Bob is the Florida Zone Coach-in-Chief has been a valuable member of USA Hockey InLine for over five years. He has instructed countless Coaching Clinics and been on the coaching staff at our National Junior Festival. Bob has been a key part of our staff over the years, helping to develop ideas and programs to grow the sport.
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Sincerely,
Richard Graham
Editor
Inline Hockey Central