Mites (8U)
The primary focus in the Mites (8U) Program is to introduce hockey fundamentals and skill development while continuing to have fun and develop a passion for the game. The Mites (8U) Program will set the foundation for the players' hockey development and prepare them to progress through older age divisions
Ages
1st graders, 2nd graders and some 3rd graders (2016 birth year)
Depending on the number of registrants, we will create multiple teams. In years past we have at least two Mites teams - Red (1st graders) and Blue (2nd graders)
When
Season begins with the 1st practice on October 4th, 2024 and runs until March 7th, 2025
Practices
1st Grade: Fridays from 1:30-2:50pm
2nd and 3rd Grade: Fridays from 2:10 - 3:50pm
See the "Teams" page for exact dates/times.
Where
All practices will be held at Sky Rink in Chelsea Piers. See "Ice Rinks" for more details
Games
All Mites are members of the Kips Bay League. League games will be held between mid-to-late November and end of February . There will be 12-14 games incl. playoffs for each team.
Older Mites also compete in the Private School Select League ("PSSL") on Friday nights - aka "Mite Nite". There will be up to 8 games.
Additional games may be added throughout the season by invitation from other hockey clubs in the tri-state area.
Where
All Kips Bay League games will be held at the Kips Bay Boys and Girls Club.
All PSSL games will be held at Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers.
See "Ice Rinks" in the Organization section for more details.
2024-2025
8U Mites
1st & 2nd graders + 3rd Graders with 2016 birth years
$2,500