JOINING THE STING IN 2010

Sutton Sting Junior Ice Hockey Club was formed to provide kids with the opportunity to play ice hockey. We play in junior and youth leagues administered by the English Ice Hockey Association (EIHA) . The EIHA age groups are Under 10, Under 12, Under 14, Under 16 and Under 18.  For the 2010/11 season Sutton Sting will have two teams at each age group from U10 to U16 and thereby provide even more opportunity for kids to experience ice hockey.

We are currently recruiting players for all of our teams:

In order to play in an age group, a player must be under the age limit on 31 December.   The current age groups fro the Club training and teams is as follows:-

Under 8      31 Dec 2003

Under 10     31 Dec 2001

Under 12     31 Dec 1999

Under 14     31 Dec 1997

Under 16     31 Dec 1995

Under 18     31 Dec 1993

Club Rules
The Club has produced a handbook “Letting Kids Play Hockey” which contains the current rules and codes of conduct applicable to all members of the club including players, parents and officials.  This can be can be found on the Publications page which provides important information about standards of conduct required from all members of the Club.

Coaching
Our Head Coach is Rob Saunders, who is in charge of all coaches in our system. The Level 2 head team coaches listed below are supported by an ever growing number of parents and older players who are registered as Level 1 Coaches or Managers.

Our current team coaches/managers are:

U8 – Michael Spencer
Manager – Ruth Spencer

U10 – Lee Millward / Ian King / Ian Whitemore / Jordan Martin
Manager – Donna Doxey / Justine Riley

U12 – Gary Apsley / Martin Howis / Jamie Templar
Manager – Claire Scothern

U14 – Ian Johnson / Ryan Gee / Stace Leaper / Martin Howis / Alan Scothern
Manager – Lily Partridge

U16 – Rob Saunders / Charles Glasby
Manager – TBA


Training Up
A team coach may at his/her discretion issue an invitation via the team manager to a specific player to “train-up”. This means that (say) an U12 player could be given a opportunity to train with the U14 team.  The invitation will be considered by the Coach and Manager of the player receiving the invitation before the player is advised.  The players' safety will be the primary concern.   (Note: Players normally train up one age group. Girls may also train down one age group at the coaches' discretion.)  The decision of the Coaching staff is final.

Costs
For the avoidance of doubt - ICE HOCKEY IS AN EXPENSIVE SPORT.

Membership costs are as follows (for the 2010/11 season):

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There is a club membership fee of £60. All players must have insurance through the EIHA which is covered by EIHA registration through payment of the club membership fee.  Membership is due on 1st July 2010.
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The Club Subscription fee for 2010/11 season is £50 per month payable on 1st of each month for 12 months from August 2010 to July 2011.  Subs are to be paid by Standing Order ONLY.

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Special Training sessions costs are based on the Sting standard cost rate of £7.00 per hour.

Equipment
Players equipment is not cheap although the Club ocassionally has items of kit available for purchase at discounted prices.  You can purchase 2nd user items of kit from local or internet suppliers, indeed ebay is a good source is used equipment or you could obtain items of spare kit from Club members.  Please download a copy of the Club’s Gear Guide publication which can be found on the Publications page which provides important information about the fitting of the correct protective equipment to ensure your child’s safety.

Skating Ability
You will need to be able to skate un-assisted and be able to stop before you can take part in any trial session.

Joining
If you wish to be considered for Club Membership then you should contact the Club Secretary who will advise you of the steps leading to club membership.

Sutton Sting Ice Hockey Club,  August 2010.