Kenny Chesney recently released a song entitled "Boys of Fall" about high school football players.  Although a nice song, it is way too slow for hockey players, who play more than one season and don't stop for short breaks after every pass. Although the Friday Night Lights shine bright in McKinney, MIHC families know the real excitement doesn't start until the ref drops the puck. Thankfully it is that time again.

MIHC's Junior Varsity and Varsity teams will hit the ice this weekend for their leveling tournaments.  They would love a good crowd to cheer them on.  The game schedule is listed below.

Junior Varsity

Sat., September 11
McKinney vs. Frisco – Noon, Plano DPSC
McKinney vs. Denton County – 6:15 p.m., Plano DPSC

Sun., September 12
McKinney vs. Highland Park – 2:00 p.m., Plano DPSC

Varsity

Sat., September 11
McKinney vs. Highland Park - 2:00 p.m., Farmers Branch DPSC

Sun., September 12
McKinney vs. Lovejoy - 8:30 a.m., Plano DPSC
McKinney vs. Keller - 3:15 p.m., Farmers Branch DPSC
 

by posted 09/08/2010
 

It is always fun to watch the kids get back on the ice.  From the “ooooohhhs” of a McKinney shot that barely missed, to a anxiety filled gasp because of a breakaway heading towards the McKinney goalie, nothing beats the start of a hockey season after a long summer.  The Shootout Tournament is about having fun being on the ice again, about getting to know your teammates, and about letting parents get to know their fellow season-long cheerleaders and the kids they will be cheering. 
  
So far in the tournament McKinney has won some and lost some.  The Pee Wee AA team is second in their five team division, going three and one. Other teams found a tougher road to travel, but no matter the score, it is clear that this will be a special year for McKinney players and their families.  It is just the start of a season that is bound to be full of fun and growth. 

You can  follow the action on PointStreak at:

http://www.pointstreak.com/players/players-leagues.html?leagueid=402&seasonid=5665

Watch the Bantam team’s Luke Leblanc and Devon Naphan score a couple goals on the Ice Jets.


 

    

by posted 09/03/2010
 

See below new mouth guard rule from TAHA to be effective immediately. Please share with all teams in your association.

Currently, USA Hockey requires colored, internal mouth guards for 12U Peewee ages and above.  In the spirit of establishing good habits for young players while providing an extra measure of personal protection for concussions and other types of injuries, TAHA has adopted a new rule that requires colored, internal mouth guards for all age divisions through 18U youth and 19U girls.  The colored mouth guard shall cover all the remaining teeth of one jaw, customarily the upper, while players are on the ice at all times.  This new TAHA rule is effective immediately!

For the first violation of this rule, the team shall be issued a warning.  A misconduct penalty for an equipment violation shall be assessed to any player of that team for a subsequent violation during that game.

As a point of emphasis, TAHA strongly recommends that the mouth guard be attached to the facemask with a strap provided by the helmet manufacturer or a dentist.  On-ice officials have been apprised of TAHA’s new mouth guard rule, in addition to its point of emphasis.  Attached mouth guards provide an added security measure for players to comply with TAHA’s mouth guard rule, in addition to their own protection.

Ted Skinner
President, TAHA
(713) 296-3719 (o)
(713) 201-9150 (c)
(713) 513-6089 (f)
www.tahahockey.org

    

by Mckinney Ice Hockey Association posted 08/28/2010
 

Coach Patterson Works With Some Squirts

McKinney Ice Hockey Club thanks all of the players who participated in its six-week free hockey camp for Squirt, PeeWee and Bantam players. Over 80 kids participated in at least one session of the camp.  Taught by MIHC’s outstanding coaches, the camp allowed players of varying skill levels to improve their game before the upcoming season in a fun and energetic atmosphere.  Participants received an hour of off-ice training and an hour and a half of ice time each week.   

The free camp was MIHC’s way of giving back to the local hockey community while introducing current and future players to MIHC.  This goal was very well received.  As one player’s parent stated, “I appreciate MIHC hosting this free camp because hockey in Dallas can be extremely expensive.  Offering this camp free of charge to house players and players from other clubs, as well as MIHC players, really showed MIHC’s spirit and its mission of helping kids to improve their skills and pursue their hockey dreams.  I hope MIHC will offer this type of camp again in the future.”

    

by posted 08/01/2010
 

Squirt Team Is Selling New MIHC Caps

The MIHC Squirt Team wants to outfit you in some of the most popular MIHC gear to hit the market in years. 

Currently on sale is the brand new, distressed looking MIHC cap that will let you show your MIHC pride while improving your looks and allowing you to leave home without fixing your hair.  The caps can best be described as something that Cooter from the Dukes of Hazzard would design if he was also a stylish zamboni driver.

These new caps will fit heads of almost any size, even overly large, swollen teenage ones.  Made for males or females, depending upon whose head the cap is on, this cap will get you noticed in all the best ways.

Each cap costs a mere $20.00 and can only be purchased from authorized dealers who epitomize hockey class and style, which means the Squirt Team Manager. You can get your cap today by contacting Cathy Theisen at . 

Don't delay because we can't keep these caps on the shelves.  Additional new merchandise will be available in the near future.