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Volume 3 Issue 3
May 27, 2015
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EDUCATIONAL SEMINAR SURVEY
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AHAI, in conjunction with our A Step aHead partners, the Chicago Blackhawks, Athletico Physical Therapy and NorthShore University HealthSystem, is considering conducting several educational seminars during the 2015-2016 season. We would love to have your input on what seminar topics would be of the most value to you and your family.
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ILLINOIS NATIVE SKATES INTO CENTRAL DISTRICT REFEREE-IN-CHIEF POST
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 By Ross Forman ~ Sjoukje Brown officiated her way from northwest suburban Barrington through the IIHF World Championships in 1992, to several NCAA Frozen Four Championships, and ultimately this past January into the Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame.
Her illustrious 23-year career was cut short by cartilage transplants in both knees.
But she hasn't left the sport, specifically, the officiating side of the game. Brown, who lives in West Dundee and is the principal at Fox Meadow Elementary School in School District U-46, was named the new Central District Referee-in-Chief this spring, replacing Bob Cunningham.
"This is an incredible opportunity to represent one of the best and largest districts in the country," Brown said. "I am proud to be able to speak on behalf of the officiating community and work with each affiliate (Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska) to continue pushing this district forward. The Central District is at the forefront of hockey in many aspects, and I plan on collaborating with each affiliate to continue leading that tradition." READ MORE>>
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AHAI ANNUAL MEETING INFORMATION
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AHAI IS EXCITED TO INTRODUCE A COMPLETELY NEW FORMAT FOR THE 2015 ANNUAL MEETING! SEE BELOW FOR A DESCRIPTION & SCHEDULE OF OUR NEW ANNUAL MEETING SEMINAR SESSIONS!
The AHAI Annual Meeting will be held on Sunday, May 31, 2015, at the Hyatt Woodfield in Schaumburg starting at 8:30 a.m. This year the meeting format will be different and will include association board membership seminar sessions. These seminar sessions will be geared toward the education of Association Board of Directors, Hockey Directors and Coaches and other interested members. Instructors will be from AHAI and USA Hockey; each session will be 40 minutes in length. The early seminar sessions will focus primarily on the education and contacts for further assistance. The last breakout sessions will be open forums which will include updates on possible changes for each discipline along with a question and answer session. The closing session will be a brief recap of the day and the election of the AHAI Board of Directors for 2015-2016 along with any voting needed for proposed AHAI Bylaw changes.
In order that we may best facilitate the Annual Meeting Seminar Sessions, PLEASE REGISTER by emailing Paul Jakubowski at pjakubowski@ahai2.org with the name of each/every person from your club/organization that will attend and which SESSION(S) they wish to attend.
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CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND/OR PRINT ANNUAL MEETING SEMINAR SCHEDULE
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BOARD OF DIRECTOR CANDIDATES & PROPOSED BY-LAW CHANGE
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS CANDIDATES
The AHAI Board of Directors has reviewed all of the candidates and endorses the following five (5) individuals to serve on the AHAI Board of Directors. Please click on individual names below to read each candidate's bio:
Each of the foregoing individuals has demonstrated a commitment to the purposes of AHAI, as well as the core values of USA Hockey (sportsmanship, respect, integrity, pursuit of individual, team and organizational excellence, promotion of all participants' enjoyment of the game, loyalty and teamwork).
These individuals have earned the respect of youth organizations through their leadership efforts at the grass roots level - they have served with local hockey organizations - and have fostered sportsmanship, respect and integrity within the organizations they have served. READ MORE>>
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PROPOSED BY-LAW CHANGE
SECTION 5.3. NUMBER, TENURE AND QUALIFICATIONS -
The number of Directors of AHAI shall be fifteen (15) as elected by the voting member teams. Five (5) Directors shall be elected annually. Each such elected Director shall hold office for three (3) years or until his/her successor shall be duly elected or otherwise provided. To be qualified, each candidate must be legally competent and has or will successfully pass the AHAI screening as soon as possible.
5.3.1 In the event of a vacancy by death, resignation, or removal, the President of AHAI shall appoint a Director to fill such unexpired term. 5.3.2 In addition to the 15 elected Directors, the Board shall include the following non-voting directors: immediate past president of AHAI, the AHAI Supervisor of Officials, the AHAI Executive Director and all Illinois Affiliate District Representatives to USA Hockey who are in all ways equal and fully qualified Directors.
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TIER II CHOICE SUBSTITUTION APPLICATION PROCESS: DATES & INFORMATION
On July 15, 2015, the application process for Tier II Two Choice Substitutions will begin. You will find helpful articles regarding the Two Choice Rule, Choice Substitutions and what you should consider before making that second choice as well as information regarding the Midget Third Choice in the articles below. Should you have any further questions, please contact the AHAI Tier II Committee Chairman, Gregg Chudacoff at gregg@generaltruckparts.com.
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REGISTER TODAY FOR THE AHAI FOUNDATION GOLF OUTING!
Join Us For A Fun Filled Day! The 19th Annual AHAI Foundation Golf Outing will be held at the Hilton Chicago Indian Lakes Resort, Friday, August 14, 2015, featuring several contest holes, such as "Longest Drive", "Shortest Drive" & "Closest To The Pin". A Barbecue Lunch will be provided to every golfer while on the course. Tee Off time is 12:00 p.m. - Shotgun Start. All golfers will receive the "Traditional Goody Bags". Beverage Stations will be available for your refreshment throughout the course. The Bar begins at 4:30 p.m. with dinner being served at 5:30 p.m. followed by an Auction, Presentation of Awards, Raffle Drawing and many wonderful Door Prizes.
The purpose of this event is twofold. First, it creates an opportunity for coaches, referees, administrators, parents and supporters of amateur hockey in Illinois to come together for a day of fun and relaxation to kick off the beginning of the new season. READ MORE>>
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Thirty-three Girls Named to Current List of
USA Hockey National Development Camp Invitees!
Congratulations to the 33 Illinois girls named to the current list of Central District Players that have accepted an invitation to attend one of the National Development Camps this summer. As there have been changes made this year, some players will not know if they will receive an invitation until June 17, 2015. Once USA Hockey has completed filling all camps, Mary Ann Robinson, Central District Girls'/Women's Section Director, will provide an updated list. Thank you to all players who attended the tryout in April. VIEW LIST>>
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ASK THE OFFICIAL BY DAVE ZEDNIK
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 QUESTION: A player is discovered to be wearing his elbow pads outside of his sweater. What action shall the Referee take to correct this situation?
ANSWER: The Referee must inform the offending player and order him off the ice until the situation is corrected. Rule References 304(b) and 304(g). The team is warned and any player from this team who returns to play with the elbow pads outside of the sweater shall be assessed a misconduct penalty. READ MORE "ASK THE OFFICIAL">>
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7TH ANNUAL PUCK CANCER TOURNAMENT
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 Register today for the 7th Annual Girls' and Boys' Puck Cancer Tournament at Rocket Ice Arena June 26-28! The Puck Cancer Showcase is a unique hockey event intended to bring the hockey community together to help families battling cancer. All proceeds are donated to families in need. Registration is open for Girls U10 through U19 and Boys Mite through Bantam. Click HERE for complete Puck Cancer details.
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HELP WANTED: RMU WOMEN'S HOCKEY ASSISTANT COACH
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Robert Morris University - Illinois is looking for a qualified Assistant Coach for their Women's Ice Hockey program. RMU is willing to offer a graduate assistant position (covers 50% of tuition) or a stipend position ranging between $4,000 - $6000 based on qualifications. If interested, please contact Jennifer Wilson, Head Coach of Robert Morris University's Women's Ice Hockey Program at 312.935.4120 or jwilson@robertmorris.edu. |
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