We are excited that you're here! This page is intended to provide information for mite players and families. Check back often for information related to the 2024-2025 season.
Registration for summer clinics is now OPEN!
Summer clinics are a great way to offer kids an opportunity to continue to skate, develop their skills, and have fun over the summer! Clinics will focus on small area games and age-appropriate hockey training methods.
Clinics begin on June 9 and run through August 4.
Click here to register: 2024 Summer Clinics
If your skater is new to hockey, regardless of level, the first year is only $50! This includes fall clinics, evaluations, and the first season.
Level | Age Guidelines | Season Fees |
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New Mite | Players new to hockey. PreK, K and 1st grade: Mite 1. 1st or 2nd grade: Mite 2. 2nd or 3rd grade Mite 3. | $50 |
Returning Mite 1 | Kindergarteners in their second year or 1st graders in their first year of mites. | $455 |
Mite 2 | Players with 1 year of previous Mites experience. Primarily 1st graders and 2nd graders new to hockey. | $455 |
Mite 3 | Players with 1-3 years previous Mites experience. Primarily 2nd-3rd graders and 3rd graders with less experience. Teams selected based on skills and coach input. | $605 |
Mite 4 | Players with 2-3 years of previous Mites experience. Primarily 3rd graders. Team selection based on skill evaluations and coach input. | $605 |
For information on required equipment and our equipment rental program visit the Mite Equipment page.
JHBC offers scholarships to players that may need assistance to play hockey. More information and the scholarship application can be found on the Jefferson Hockey Scholarship page.
PRACTICES AND GAMES
Level | Ice Time | Pond Hockey | Dry Land | Gym Time |
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Mite 1 | 2 practices a week. Usually Saturday/Sunday with some weekdays | One day per week | N/A | N/A |
Mite 2 | 2-3 practices per week | One day per week | Once every other month | 2-3 times per season |
Mite 3 | 2-3 practices per week | One day per week | Once a month | 3-4 times per season |
Mite 4 | 2-3 practices per week | One day per week | Once a month | 3-4 times per season |
LOCATIONS
Practices and games are predominantly scheduled at BIG and RIA. Ice time may be reserved at other arenas when ice is not available at BIG or RIA.
There are a variety of ways that parents can support the players and their coaches:
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