Jul 22, 2024 | U11 Rams Admin | 542 views
Coach's Welcome Message
Dear
Rams Hockey Family,
I
am incredibly honored and excited to be named as the Rams U11 competitive B head
coach for the upcoming season. My coaching journey began with SMHA back in 2017.
It has been a passion for me driven by a love for the game and desire to see
young players grow and succeed both on and off the ice.
Throughout my coaching and playing experiences, I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of sports. Seeing young players develop their skills and confidence has been immensely rewarding. My approach emphasizes creating a supportive environment where every player feels encouraged to learn and improve. I will also be emphasizing respect for coaches, opponents, officials, and parents, instilling a culture of sportsmanship and integrity within our team.
Beyond the scoreboard, I am committed to player development, fostering personal growth, teamwork, and community engagement. I firmly believe that enjoying the game is crucial to our success. Fun not only enhances performance but also creates a positive team culture that is essential for our journey together.
Tryouts are scheduled for early September, and the association will enlist independent evaluators to ensure a fair and unbiased process. In addition to essential hockey skills like skating, shooting, and passing, evaluators will prioritize qualities such as hard work, focus, a positive attitude, and strong team play.
Parents and players should expect to commit 3-5 days per week to team. Attendance for team activities, including games, practice, off-ice training, or community events, will be mandatory.
Important Season Dates:
- League start: Oct 18th
- Stittsville RAMS Day: Sat, Nov 2nd
- League Christmas break: Dec 23rd – Jan 3rd (6pm)
- League Regular Season End Date: Feb 13th
- Playoffs dates – Feb 15th – Mar 21st
- March break blackout dates – Mar 7th - 16th (6pm)
Tournament Schedule (2 local / 2 away):
1. Oct 25-27, 2024 – Milk Tournament (Prince Edward County)
2. Nov 29 – Dec 1, 2024 – Rams Mid-Season Showdown (Bell Sensplex)
3. Jan 17-19, 2025 – Capital Winter Classic (Bell Sensplex)
4. Feb 7-9, 2025 – Jay Peak Tournament Series (Vermont)
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out any time.
Looking forward to a great season ahead,
Jason Mahon
U11 B Rams Head Coach
[email protected]