Minutes from Hockey Parents Meeting

Introductions and Welcome to MBA hockey:

Coaches:
David Deutsch (Director of hockey operations, Coach)
Mike Knapp (Varsity), Alex Mazzoni (’06) (Varsity)
David Deutsch (JV A), Rob Piana, (JV A)
Matt Taylor (JV B), David Deutsch (JV B)

John Vernachio (Strength and conditioning coach)

Review “Path to MBA Hockey.”

55 playing MBA hockey, 31 returning.
50 in HS
5 in JS.

9 Seniors, 9 returning
Ryan Barrick 2015 12th
David Bright 2015 12th
Jackson Garey 2015 12th
Jackson Hughes 2015 12th
George Hunt 2015 12th
Parker Logan 2015 12th
Will Pearson 2015 12th
Stephen Ray 2015 12th
Turner Smith 2015 12th

16 Juniors, 12 returning, 4 new
Will Beasley 2016 11th
Bronson Bell 2016 11th
Peter Briggs 2016 11th
KP Frazier 2016 11th
Alex Hilburn 2016 11th
Cam MacD Surman 2016 11th
Jack Malone 2016 11th
Russell McGinn 2016 11th
Ethan Mowery 2016 11th
Connor Oman 2016 11th
Sam Smith 2016 11th
Alex Stevens 2016 11th
Max Turner 2016 11th
Charles West 2016 11th
Alec Whitson 2016 11th
David Wise 2016 11th

17 Sophomores, 9 returning, 8 new
Frist Allen 2017 10th
Jack Anderson 2017 10th
Magnus Campos 2017 10th
Jake Evans 2017 10th
Brandon Glaser 2017 10th
Aubrey Greene 2017 10th
Will Hansen 2017 10th
Laws Hunter 2017 10th
Boaz Kelner 2017 10th
Jacob Kovick 2017 10th
Duncan McGinn 2017 10th
Ellis Moore 2017 10th
Sam Morris 2017 10th
Bo Osgood 2017 10th
Edward Ownby 2017 10th
Noah Wamble 2017 10th
John Whitaker 2017 10th

8 freshman
Jackson Abbey 2018 9th
Daniel Cowan 2018 9th
Robert Cowan 2018 9th
Ben Evans 2018 9th
Michael Garcia 2018 9th
Josh Morin 2018 9th
Joshua Morris 2018 9th
Blake Robison 2018 9th

5 Junior School
John (JD) Dinkins 2019 8th
Henry Hylbert 2019 8th
Nick Nola 2019 8th

Creighton Laub 2020 7th
Brennan Roach 2020 7th

Others? Miss anyone? New HS players? Rising 7th graders?

Parent support organization:

GNASH Reps (varsity only):
Need volunteer (primary)
Need volunteer (alternate)
(represent MBA at league board meetings, and assist with player registration.

Game Day Operations Director:
Varsity - Need volunteer
JV - Need volunteer
(schedule coverage for Score Keeper, Time Clock, and Penalty Box coverage)

Team Doctor/Dentist/Trainers
STAR Therapy’s Certified Athletic Trainers
Brandon Thornsberry (MBA trainer)
Eric Owens (MBA trainer)
Dr. Jason Hubbard
Neurological Surgeons
2011 Murphy Ave Suite 301
Nashville, TN 37203

Team Manager (varsity )
Need Volunteer(s)
Arrangements of team social events: senior night, post-season banquet, photography/film, fan monitoring / control, Liaison to arenas and to local police.

Junior School Liaison
Need Volunteer(s)
Liaison to JS players and parents for communication of MBA hockey.

Student Managers:
Varsity – need volunteer(s).
JV - need volunteer(s).

Any interest in parent gear? Scarves? Jackets? Hoodies? Please contact Greg Mowery, MBA Hockey Merchandise Coordinator moweryent@comcast.net if interested.

Player registration – complete by August 1, 2014

Player registration coordinator – David Deutsch

Players who expect to play Varsity complete the following forms:

• MBA’s 2014-2015 Sports Medical Form:
http://www.montgomerybell.edu/podium/default.aspx?t=126715
• GNASH league player registration (HS varsity players only):
http://gnashockey.com/page.php?page_id=6486&league_id=3510
1. Parent Clearance-Code of Conduct form.
2. GNASH Medical Clearance form. Note: Form must be signed by a physician clearing the player to play ice hockey.
3. Player's Code of Conduct form.
4. Consent to Treat form.
5. USA Hockey Registration confirmation page. Ensure it is for 2014-2015. https://www.usahockeyregistration.com/login_input.action
6. Copy of birth certificate (only required for players new to GNASH, and if did not play travel hockey last season)
• Concussion baseline online test or retest (if required). Link will be provided by MBA Trainer, Brandon Thornsberry.

Players who expect to play JV complete the following forms:

• MBA’s 2014-2015 Sports Medical Form:
http://www.montgomerybell.edu/podium/default.aspx?t=126715
• USA Hockey Registration confirmation page. Ensure it is for 2014-2015. https://www.usahockeyregistration.com/login_input.action
• Copy of birth certificate (only required for players new to NYHL and if did not play travel hockey last season)
• Concussion baseline online test or retest (if required). Link will be provided by MBA Trainer, Brandon Thornsberry.

Please don’t delay these important steps required for your eligibility to play MBA hockey. No forms, no skate!

Equipment:

Players supply their own equipment:
• white helmet with face shield,
• mouth guard,
• neck guard,
• shoulder pads,
• elbow pads,
• gloves,
• under garments, eg.) UnderArmour top and bottom,
• black breeziers (pants), and suspenders,
• cup and supporter, with Velcro guarder belt (for socks,)
• shin pads,
• practice socks,
• skates,
• stick, tape.

MBA supplies:
• game jerseys,
• game socks,
• team jacket or hoodie,
• equipment bag,
• practice jersey,
• helmet stickers,
• summer team workout shorts and t-shirts.
• Note: Players keep their jacket or hoodie, 3rd jersey, socks, summer workout gear, and equipment bag.

Where to buy equipment?
Play it Again Sports in Cool Springs
www.hockeymonkey.com

Helmets:
CCM Resistance helmet http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmumVlxVPgc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Xa8YvozKwU
Reebok 11K helmet http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LU8lBe_mIW4

Need assistance with equipment decisions?
Ed Ownby eownby@mac.com
Ashley Ownby edownby@comcast.net
Edward Ownby Edward.Ownby17@montgomerybell.edu

Carl Hansen chansen@gibson.com
Suzy Hansen cwhansen@comcast.net
Will Hansen Will.Hansen17@montgomerybell.edu

Review MBA hockey budget.
There is player fee to play MBA hockey. Forecasting $500 per player in fees: $250 in September, 2014. Balance due in January, 2015.

Review MBA Hockey Player Handbook.
No illegal drugs, alcohol, discipline counsel, honor counsel, academic dean, demerits, behavior issues. Actions have consequences.
No hazing!
Remain eligible, no failures, no academic probations.
Communicate.
Be responsible.
Please read handbook with your son and agree to provisions!

Review MBA Hockey 2014-2015 Season Calendar of Events

(see Whipple Hill for current schedule)

Additional Preseason skating opportunities:
Ford Ice Center Preseason Conditioning Skates
July 8, 2014

Ford Ice Center featuring two ice rinks, 2,000 square foot pro-shop, a ballet and yoga studio, off-ice conditioning rooms and a restaurant-style concession stand, in Antioch, TN, is putting the finishing touches on and is set to open this August. In the meantime, Ford Ice Center has partnered with Bridgestone Arena to offer preseason conditioning skates throughout July.

Each age specific session will be open to the first 26 skaters and 4 goalies. Participants must provide their own equipment and have played at least one year of House level hockey or higher. Full equipment required - bring your own jerseys (1 light, 1 dark).

These preseason conditioning skates will focus on proper skating technique, high intensity stick handling, proper angling drills, and a short scrimmage where players will be coached "at the bench" not "from the bench."

Registration ($40/person) includes 90-minutes of on-ice instruction and parking. Additionally, as a thank you for participating the Nashville Predators will provide each participant with a complimentary Preseason ticket offer in early August. Advanced registration is required to reserve your child's spot, but payment (cash or checks payable to Nashville Predators) will be collected at each session.

Skates will be led by Ford Ice Center Hockey Director Craig MacDonald, along with a host of guest instructors.

Pick 1 or attend all sessions ($40/session) for your child's specific age.
• High School (birth years 1996-1999) sessions: July 17, 20, 28
• Bantam and Up (birth years 1996-2001)sessions: July 18, 20
To reserve your child's spot simply complete the online registration form

If you need additional assistance, or for more information on Ford Ice Center Youth & Adult Programs or private ice rental contact Craig MacDonald at cmacdonald@nashvillepredators.com.

• Angela Walchuk offers Summer skating programs. For more information: www.angelawalchuk.com

• Bert Cording offers individual and group skating instruction programs. For more information: (615) 924-3395, or dogman0076@gmail.com

After summer events, transition to a Pre-Season Focus:
Finalize GNASH varsity and HYHL JV player, coach and team registrations.
Commitment to team rules referenced in Player Handbook.
Concussion base line testing.
Build endurance, stay healthy, no injuries.
Develop skills, learn “systems” for pressure, trap, power play and short handed.
Scrimmages, and Pre-season, Tune-up Tourney
Establish team identity, positions, lines, team rosters
Select team captains
Remain academically eligible (1MQ – September 12, 2014)
No academic probations, no demerits, no honor council, no disciplinary issues.

In-Season Focus:
Remain healthy, and eligible. No concussions.
No academic probations, no demerits, no honor council, no disciplinary issues.
Balance obligations of family, social, academics, and sports.
Phase in returning players from football, XC, golf, and crew.
All players practice, activate 16-20 for each game.

JV teams will play in the NYHL Midget House JV league (not associated with GNASH). JV A Team will be made up of 4th, 5th, 6th line varsity, plus others who need more playing time, and if their academic demands can handle it. JV B team will be made up primarily of players new to hockey, eligible 8th graders, plus others who need more playing time, and if their academic demands can handle it. JV focus is skills development (skating, stick handling, etc.)

I encourage 7th and 8th graders to play for their local house/ travel Peewee/Bantam teams, yet 8th graders are allowed with league and parent approval to play JV. Concern is balancing academic demands and “life” given playing for 2 teams.

Thank you for coming, and for your interest in MBA hockey! If you have any questions, please contact MBA Director of Hockey Operations and Coach - David Deutsch, email: david.deutsch@montgomerybell.edu.

Hockey schedule of events, season calendar and documents will be on Whipple Hill soon…..we just rolled to 2014-2015.