New to Hockey

The Monroe Youth Hockey Association (MYHA) was organized to empower and inspire young athletes through hockey, fostering their growth, teamwork, and character. We provide a safe, inclusive environment that promotes skill development, sportsmanship, competition and a lifelong love for the game. Our focus is on values, dedication, and fun, creating well-rounded individuals who excel on the ice and in their communities.

Develop lifelong opportunities to love hockey for all athletes, families, coaches and officials in a positive culture of cooperation and teamwork.

We will act ethically and fairly, showing respect for all, pursuing excellence, and will be team-oriented while focusing on the enjoyment of the game.

1. Go to www.tryhockeyforfree.com/
2. Click 'register now'
3. In the 'Participating Rinks' section, enter 53566 for zip code
4. Click on the USA Hockey location icon which will then show "Rink: Stateline Ice & Community Expo"
5. Click the blue 'Register' button and complete registration
6. Once you are registered (within a day or two), you will receive an email from Monroe Youth Hockey Association with details.

If your child is 9 or older (born 2015 or before), register and check the box for “Try Hockey for Free” and complete registration. You will not be charged at the end. 

For first year players, MYHA provides all equipment including: helmets, breezers (pants), chest pads, shin guards, elbow pads, gloves, socks, practice jersey, stick, neck guard, ice skates and equipment bag. It is your responsibility to provide mouth guards, pelvic protector, skate sharpening and replacement laces if needed. All equipment must be returned at the end of the season.

The season fee will vary depending on the player's age and what program they participate in.  As the player moves up through the levels, the price will increase. 

If your child decides to join a team (from U6 to U14) after the Try Hockey for Free session is complete, the coach or hockey development director will let you know what your fees will be depending on team placement.

MYHA participates in fundraising events each season, which can reduce the amount that you pay for fees, especially the Shop with Raise Right program.  

In Monroe, we have co-ed youth hockey teams for players ages 6 to 14. With an organization's approval, a 4 or 5 year old player may be able to participate based on their skill and comfort on the ice. Once your child is in High School we have WIAA co-op teams for both girls and boys.  

We currently do not have separate girls' teams in Monroe, however, this is something we are actively working on, with the goal being one girl's team at each level.  Girls do have the option of double-rostering on a MYHA team and also a girls-only Jr. Fury team out of Janesville if they choose.

Youth Teams:

6 & Under - 6 and below

8U (Mite) - 7 & 8 yrs old

10U (Squirt) - 9 & 10 yrs old

12U (Peewee) - 11 & 12 yrs old

14U (Bantam) - 13 & 14 yrs old

Boys High School Co-op

Girls High School Co-op

The number of practices and games depends on the program your child is registered for. Players in MYHA’s 8U Full Season program can expect (2) 60-minute on-ice practices plus 1 or 2 games on the weekend.

As a player moves up through the age brackets, you can expect the on and off-ice sessions to increase. Beginning at U10 and older, you can expect 3-4 tournament weekends plus 2-3 games on the non-tournament weekends.

USA Hockey publishes The Official Rules of Ice Hockey, which includes playing rules, interpretations, referee signals, and detailed rink descriptions. Here is a brief summary of the ADM model (American Development Model for 8U.)

We will have a parent's meeting at the beginning of the season. Feel free to ask questions at the meeting or make arrangements to chat with the coach or a board member at any time. 

Here is a great article from USA Hockey who collected advice from other hockey families to help you get started, but very simply, "It's the greatest sport on earth."