Category: Announcements

ALL THE WAY AWARDS – Nominate a teammate!

TL;DR Please fill out All the Way Awardnomination for your team by Wednesday 3/12 https://forms.gle/NdioQEvKhnvU4JHD7

Hard to believe the end of the season is coming up in a few weeks. That means it’s time to pick a player on your team for the MGHA All the Way Award! The All The Way Award is awarded to the player on your team who you think best highlights the MGHA Way. This might be a new player who showed up and gave it their all with a smile despite having never having skated before, an advanced player who led your team both on and off the ice, a returning player who made everyone in your locker room feel welcome and included, the person who always cheered the loudest on your bench, the player who had the most heart or the most assists. It might be you! There are purposely lots of ways to interpret this. Who made your season better? Who on your team best exemplified the mission and spirit of the MGHA? Submit your nomination by end of day Wednesday March 12th https://forms.gle/NdioQEvKhnvU4JHD7

The survey has 3 questions (plus one optional) and the nice things you say about your teammate may be published in a post and possibly read out loud on Championship Night (3/30)!

Examples of previous nominations:

{Player} was new to the league this year, but immediately took to the concept of playing the MGHA way. As an experienced player, they quickly learned how to adjust their play style, and always worked collaboratively with their linemates to help create plays. On the bench and in the locker room, {player} was always upbeat and inclusive. They even dyed their hair blue to match our team’s jerseys!

{Player} exemplifies a team player. They volunteered to play whatever position was needed even though they preferred defense. Over and over they quietly explained the MGHA way, making everyone feel welcome and giving them a chance to succeed. 

Here is last season’s post about the winners for more examples https://www.madisongayhockey.org/all-the-way-award-winners-2023-2024/

MGHA Town Hall Meeting – March 11th, 6:30pm

Hey MGHA! Our mid-season Town Hall Meeting is coming up next week! This year will be a virtual town hall, from 6:30-8pm on Tuesday, March 11th! For those new around here, the Town Hall Meeting is a chance for the MGHA Board and other league organizers to share a little about what we have been working on this year, and a chance for you to bring your questions, suggestions, and ideas for the rest of this season and beyond! 

If you can’t make it, don’t worry! We will send out the notes in an email update, and you’re always welcome to contact the Board or leave anonymous feedback in our website feedback form if you have ideas you want to share! Here’s what to expect from the evening:

2024-2025 MGHA Virtual Town Hall

Tuesday, March 11th: 6:30 – 8pm (Link will be sent prior to meeting date)

6:30 – 7pm: League updates and announcements!

  • Quick introduction of the MGHA organizing groups
  • Highlights from the 2024-2025 season so far
  • Events recap and announcements
  • Financial update
  • Reminder about our annual meeting in May – become an MGHA member!

7 – 7:15pm: Tournament Jerseys

  • It’s been an ongoing topic, the creation of a “league” jersey that can be used when MGHA players form a team in an out-of-town tournament

7:15 – 7:45pm: League Expansion Discussion

  • Survey responses, present initial concepts/plan ideas for what an expansion might look like
  • Solicit feedback

7:15 – 7:45pm: Open discussion, the “ask us anything!” part of the evening!

  • Bring your questions, discussion suggestions, feedback, friendship, etc.

7:45 – 8pm: Wrapping up. 

See you soon!

Sign up for MGHA Super Bowl Scrimmages – February 9th 2025

Super Bowl Sunday is even *better* with hockey!

  • Rink A
    • 5:10 PM – 6:20 PM: L1+L2 Scrimmage
    • 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM: L2+L3 Scrimmage
  • Rink B
    • 5:20 PM – 6:20 PM: Goalie Curious Clinic (1/3 ice) + Open Stick and Puck (2/3 ice)
      • Coaches are available for tips!
    • 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM: L1+L2 Scrimmage

Please sign up for ONE scrimmage only.

If there are spots open within 24 hours of ice time, you may sign up for more. HOPs will move folks around if needed.

NOTE: We are asking a couple captains to sign up to help 1) open/close the box and move supplies to/from the rink, 2) start scrimmages, and 3) balance sides as needed. Thanks!

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Sign up for MGHA HoliGays – December 1st 2024

11/28 Update: Scheduling miscommunication, Cap Ice only had us down for one hour on Rink B. So let’s all hop on the ice for some puck-handling practice alongside the Goalie-Curious clinic!

Thanksgiving Sunday, December 1st

5:00-6:00 PM: Goalie Curious Clinic, 1/3 of the ice

  • Are you interested in *trying* goalie *maybe* just this *one* time?
  • Satisfy your curiosity with the help of experienced goalies who will teach the basics during this clinic.

5:00-6:00 PM: Shooting/Passing/Puck-handling Practice, 2/3 of the ice

  • Led by Avery and Christina L.

6PM-Onward: Social at an MGHA Sponsor – join for a drink and bite nearby the rink!

Sign up for 12/1 - Thanksgiving

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2024 Preseason – November 3rd Scrimmage Sign-Up

Rink A:
5:00 – 7:10 PM: L2 Practices
– Four L2 teams practice. See schedule page for teams and times.

7:20 – 8:20 PM: All L1 Practice
– Players will rotate through stations to focus on hockey basics with advanced actions available to those who are a little more skilled.

8:30 – 9:30 PM: Potential Scrimmage Slot
– If the L2 scrimmage fills up, we’ll open up another slot for an L1/L2 scrimmage. 		Rink B:

5:10 – 7:20 PM: L3 Practices
– All L3 teams practice. See schedule page for times.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: L2 Scrimmage




Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

Sign up for 11/3 - Practice Week 2

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2024 Preseason – October 27th Scrimmage Sign-Up

Rink A:
5:00 – 8:20 PM: L1 Practices
– All L1 teams practice. See schedule page for times.

8:30 – 9:30 PM: L2 Scrimmage
– Please allow those L2 skaters without practices tonight priority to this scrimmage. If open spots remain on Sunday, other L2 skaters may attend.		Rink B:

5:10 – 7:20 PM: L2 Practices
– Four L2 teams practice. See schedule page for times and teams.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: L3 Scrimmage

Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

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2024 Team Reveal – October 20th Sign Up

NOTE: All players are welcome these scrimmages to get to know others at your level *just* before teams are revealed. We encourage you to attend team reveal night <3 and will post rosters on the website *after* these events.

Rink A:
4:30 – 5:30 PM: L1 Scrimmage

5:40 – 6:40 PM: L1 Scrimmage

7:30 – 8:30 PM: 🎉 Team Reveal 🎉
– The entire league will be together to announce rosters and meet your team IRL.		Rink B:

5:10 – 6:10 PM: L2 Scrimmage

6:20 – 7:20 PM: L3 Scrimmage

8:30 – 9:30 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage
– Stick around to watch with your new team!
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

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2024 Preseason – October 13th Sign Ups

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey to scrimmages. You can sign up for a side but may have to switch sides to balance rosters.

Rink A:
5:00 – 6:00 PM: L3 Scrimmage

6:10 – 7:10 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage

7:20 – 8:20 PM: L1/L2 Scrimmage
– For both new and returning players.

Rink B:

5:10 – 6:10 PM: L2 Scrimmage

6:20 – 7:20 PM: L1 Scrimmage
– For both new and returning players.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: Flex Ice Time
– Likely not needed. Will adjust as necessary.
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

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2024 Preseason – October 6th Sign Ups

NOTE: Evaluations are required for new-to-MGHA players and returning players wanting to play up a level from last year and need a re-evaluation of skills. Contact Hockey Operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) if you cannot attend required evaluations OR if you have a unique situation or question.

Rink A:
5:00 – 6:00 PM: L1/L2 Player Skills Evaluation
-Required for new and level-change players.

6:10 – 7:10 PM: New-to-Hockey Scrimmage
-Led by coaches, designed for new players learn essential hockey rules.

7:20 – 8:20 PM: L1/L2 Scrimmage		Rink B:


5:10 – 6:10 PM:
L3 Scrimmage

6:20 – 7:20 PM:
L2 Evaluations Scrimmage
-Required for new and level-change players.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: L1/L2 Scrimmage
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

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2024 Preseason – September 29th Sign Ups

NOTE: Evaluations are required for new-to-MGHA players and returning players wanting to play up a level from last year and need a re-evaluation of skills. Contact Hockey Operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) if you cannot attend required evaluations OR if you have a unique situation or question.

Rink A:

  • 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM: L3 Evaluation Scrimmage
  • 5:40 PM – 6:10 PM: L2 Skills Station Evaluation
  • 6:10 PM – 7:10 PM: L1 Skills Station Evaluation
  • 7:20 PM – 8:00 PM: Hockey 101 (Off Ice in the Eagle’s Nest)

Rink B:

  • 5:10 PM – 6:10 PM: L2 Scrimmage (Non-Evaluation)
  • 6:20 PM – 7:20 PM: L2 Evaluations Scrimmage
  • 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM: L1 Scrimmage (Non-Evaluation)

Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information..

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