Welcome, London Devilette U11 HL families!With fall in full swing and school back in session, it's time for HOCKEY to return! I’m Jon Attard, the 2024-25 U11 HL convenor, and I’m thrilled to kick off the season with you.
A warm welcome to all returning players and a special greeting to those new to the game or joining us from other associations.
Here’s what you need to know for the upcoming season:Ice Times:· Thursdays: Argyle Arena at 5:30, 6:00, or 6:30 pm· Saturdays: Kinsmen Arena at 1:30, 2:30, or 3:30 pmPractices: Thursday nightsGames: Saturdays
We’ll start with four pre-season skates and three assessment skates to ensure balanced teams for divisional play. With the amazing number of players this year, we’re excited to field five teams, showcasing the impressive growth of girls' hockey.
First Pre Season Skate Details:· Date: Saturday, Sept 28th· Location: Kinsmen Arenao 1:30 pm: Surnames A to H 2:30 pm: Surnames I to P 3:30 pm: Surnames R to Z
*Please check the Devilettes U11 calendar for your group on subsequent dates as groupings may change.
Please arrive 30 minutes early for registration and jersey assignment. Players must wear their assessment jerseys to all ice times until assessments are finalized, after which they should return the jerseys.
NO MALES ALLOWED IN THE DRESSING ROOMS. There are benches in the lobby if you need to tie skates.
Final assessment skate will be on Saturday, Oct. 19 and teams will be formed shortly after. Head coaches will reach out to you once teams are organized.
For any questions, feel free to contact me at jjattards@gmail.com. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone at the rink and having a fantastic season!
Volunteers Needed:· On-Ice Volunteers: 2-3 for each ice time to assist with assessment drillsIf you can help, please bring your helmet, gloves, skates, and stick with you to your child’s pre-season and/or assessment skates.
Let’s make the 2024-25 season great!
Jon Attard