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April Newsletter

317HL Guenin Cup Champions 2021 - 2022!

Thank you to all the 317 Hockey League players, parents, and coaches for an incredible finish to another exciting season! A big round of applause to the Guenin Cup champions below. 

(Registration for the 317HL 2022 - 2023 season will be coming out soon. An email will be sent once the registration has been released)

1st Year 8U Champs - Team Marshall


10U Guenin Cup Champs - Team Warn / Shide

2nd Year 8U Champs - Team Dillon


12U Guenin Cup Champs - Team Jaynes

3rd Year 8U Champs - Team Morris


14U Guenin Cup Champs - Team Fruehman




Coach of the Year!

IYHA Jr Fuel is extremely fortunate to have parents volunteer each season to coach over 40 teams in the 317 Hockey League. 

Being a coach takes a great deal of time, planning, enthusiasm, and passion. But a great coach makes fun the priority of the game...not personal desire to win. Additionally, a great coach treats each player as an individual and helps them to be the best they can be. They make an effort to improve their own coaching skills and learn how to be a better coach.  Lastly, they are a role model for our youth and display sportsmanship on and off the ice. 

After the Guenin Cup, we asked the 317 Hockey League families to nominate coaches that went above and beyond this season. The response was incredible! Thank you to all that took time to nominate and share stories about your coach and your season. Please read below to see the results.


IYHA Jr Fuel Coach Of The Year - Jeanne Rues


'Coach Of The Year' goes to Jeanne Rues! Congratulations, Coach. We are grateful for your continued dedication in the program and are inspired by your actions on and off the ice. Take a look at what your players and families have shared about their season under your leadership. 

"Coach Rues was massively devoted to our boys - individually and collectively. She was focused on their attitude and their skills - but mostly she demonstrated love and care and a sincere joy in the game at every turn. She was selfless and unafraid to challenge. I think she is the best coach our family has ever encountered. We were profoundly blessed by her dedication."

"This was our first year playing in the 317 league and Coach Rues was so great. She made each player feel so special and important."

"She gave them confidence, encouragement and unity. She was so great about not only teaching the fundamentals of hockey, but also sportsmanship, teamwork, and reasons why these things matter most in sports. So thankful we got to be a part of her team this year."

"Coach Rues was always helping her players do their best with positive comments throughout the game and encouraging words both on and off the ice. Having the players make individual reachable goals for each game and encouraging them in the locker room before and after the game while discussing their goals. She is an amazing Coach and human being."

"It was my first year and Rues was patient and really motivating. I felt like she cares a lot about every player."

"We would like to nominate Coach Jeanne Rues for Coach of the Year. Whether you are in the locker room, in a game, or at practice with Coach Rues you will quickly realize that she cares deeply about her players and team. She wants each individual to achieve their full potential and encourages them to set goals. Coach Rues is very open to feedback, and you know she is listening, because she acts on it. When leading a team, she has objectives for the team like always work to improve, carry yourself with a positive attitude, and always give your best effort. “OWN THE PUCK”! And most importantly, win or lose, have fun because you are playing hockey! Coach Rues treats sportsmanship similar to her philosophy on winning and losing. She sets the highest standards for sportsmanship because no matter what the call or what the outcome of a game Coach Rues seems to always provide the right words at the right time. We would like to thank Coach Rues for her lessons in leadership this season because, whether she realizes it or not, she is doing much more than making our kids better hockey players. She is making them better people. Coach Rues “OWN THE AWARD” because you have earned it. Thanks coach."

"Thoughtful commitment to player development all while making it fun"

"She preps, she plans, she prepares. She approaches every practice and skills session as if it were more important than the game. She asks the players to set personal goals before going out on the ice so that they can challenge themselves and improve. She identifies the areas of the game that are within their control, like attitude, and asks that they be responsible for their actions. As a parent, she expects and appreciates our parental involvement. She includes us in many communications and decision-making opportunities so that the team truly does feel more like a family. I am beyond grateful for her positive influence on my 12 U son (and my 10 U player!) who has witnessed her greatness and experienced her encouragement on and off the ice."


317HL Coach of The Year By Age Division

Congratulations to the following coaches for being nominated as Coach of the Year for your age division.

1st Year 8U - Coach Jeremy Callahan

"He was positive with every single kid, including the opponents team! He even celebrated with the other teams kids when they scored for the first time. He made time for each kid."

"The ability of Coach Callahan to find a place on the ice for every player on the team and put them in a position to be successful was inspiring. He lit a spark of passion in each of these kids that transformed these 1st year hockey players into a hockey team"

"Jeremy is the role model for the players to fight until the end."


10U - Coach Brian Lebeter

"My coach made the season so much fun. He made it so exciting for me to learn new skills and to also push hard on getting better. I made such good friends with my teammates."

"Brian first and foremost sets an example of how to behave as a hockey player: play hard, play fair, and have fun."

"Brian Lebeter goes above and beyond to help his team love the game of hockey, develop as a player, show good sportsmanship and respect themselves and others"

"Coach Lebeter's obvious passion for the sport and guiding young kids is exactly what every parent wants for their child's sports coach."

2nd Year 8U - Coach Chris Julka

" All the players matured throughout the season and even when the team lost and the boys were crying or sad Chris would take the time to talk with all of them about the game and cheer them up."

"Throughout the season Chris had great communication with the team and parents. He was easily approachable as well. Chris maintained a positive supporting demeanor on the bench during game times and was very encouraging to all of his players throughout the season."

 


14U - Coach Michael Barone

"Positive, energetic, uplifting, encouraging, focused and really cared about the kids’ development. Gave the kids multiple opportunities to learn the game and was always challenging than in positive ways!"

"Coach Barone made each practice fun and exciting while teaching new skills and drills. He gave all players equal playing time, gave positive constructive feedback, and never got discouraged or showed frustration. His positive attitude created a happy learning environment for each player on and off the ice. He recognized each player’s strengths and helped utilize them on the ice to benefit the team.

3rd Year 8U - Coach Josh Marble

"He has helped my son with his confidence in the game. We appreciate his time and dedication to his craft!"


Special Acknowledgement - 14U Assistant Coach, Carson Rainey

"Our team had 8 first years skaters(including his brother Eli). Carson was at just about every practice and game. He worked with the kids during drills and worked with kids one on one. He also set up a few stick and pucks for kids to join if they could. He stepped up during tryouts to help draft teams and worked with the other on our team to come up with plays and encouraged the kids to never give up when they lost. He always gave them positive feedback and positive criticism on they could make their game even better."



Check Out What's Happening In 2022 - 2023

March 14: Applications accepted for the Matt Smith Memorial Hockey Scholarship for the 2022 - 2023 season. Click to apply

April 1: Lids Learn to Play Hockey group classes. Click here for details

April 11 - May 18: Spring Clinics - Click to Register

April 15-16: Tier 1 AAA / Indiana Elite AAA Boys & Girls Tryouts

May 7 -8: Girls Travel Tryouts (registration to be released soon)

May 20-22: Tier 2 AA Tryouts (registration to be released soon)

June 13 -17: Hometown Heroes Click To Register

June 3 - 5: 18U AAA Tryouts Click To Register

August: Travel practices begin (dates TBA)

August 12: Annual IYHA Jr Fuel Golf Tournament (proceeds benefit the Matt Smith Memorial Hockey Scholarship Fund)

October 1: "Celly Day" - the 2022 - 2023 season begins for the 317 Hockey League

November 26: NO 317HL games

December 24: NO 317HL games

December 31: NO 317HL games

March 3 - 5, 2023: Guenin Cup Tournament (end of the season tournament for the 317HL)



Become A Sponsor!

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, the IYHA depends on donations and sponsorships to keep the cost of hockey as low as possible. We would like to thank CleanSlate for their Gold Level sponsorship this season. 

For information on how to become a sponsor for the 2022 - 2023 season click here


Renew Your USA Hockey Membership Beginning April 1!

What do I receive as a member of USA Hockey?
All members of USA Hockey receive important insurance coverage that not only protects the individual, but also allows our programs and rinks to operate. Additionally, members receive a subscription to USA Hockey Magazine, the most widely circulated hockey publication in the world.

Why is it important for me to renew my membership now?
Renewing your membership now is a significant help to local associations and programs in their planning process this summer, regardless of if you’re a player, coach, official or volunteer. Renewing your membership also ensures that you continue to receive USA Hockey member benefits, including world-leading educational resources, to help you both on and off the ice.

Does USA Hockey prorate my membership if I don’t play hockey for the entire season?
USA Hockey does not prorate membership and provides year-long benefits to all members that extends to your time away from the rink as well.

If I have a question about my current, or future membership, who is the best person to talk to?
Any questions about your USA Hockey membership can be directed to our member services staff at 719-576-USAH (8724).

If I’m and adult player and renew my membership now, does my membership also cover me if I want to coach within USA Hockey?
Yes, this is one of the many benefits of being part of USA Hockey. While you do not have to pay an additional membership fee to be a coach within USA Hockey, you do have to complete the 
Coaching Education Program requirements for the 2022-23 season.

Click To Renew Today!


April Birthdays

Aaron Wilson
Abigayle Priest
Adam Orr
Andrew Carney
Annalise Heine
Ari Nefouse
Austin Wallace
Avery Haselby
Benjamin Kosik
Benjamin Morley
Braden Rubin
Brady Zylstra
Bradyn Holmes
Carson Schweitzer
Case Rynearson
Cassidy Karlander
Charles Rutz
Chase Grumme
Chaz Mcmurtry
Cole Ackermann
Collin Allen
Connor Morris
Cooper Hons
Crosby Hammond
Dmitry Barney
Dylan Sullivan
Dylan Beaulieu
Elsa McReynolds
Ethan Johnson
Evan Reindl
Evans Wells
Evelyn Kurek
Everett Brooks
Everett Knowles
Garrett Bauermeister
Gavin Milburn
Gus Kowalevsky
Jayden Bland
Jeremiah  Marshall
Jonah Miller
Jordan Ware
Joseph Whitt
Kai Shuler
Kaiden Dunn
Kamran Bade
Keenan Hume
Kellen Ruble
Kellen Oshea
Killian Dague
Kurt Leis
Lucas Sponsler
Luke Brady
Luke Detamore
Madeline Mccrory
Mason Drew
Matthew Schmidt
Maxwell Coles
Megan Hernandez
Michael Mccourt
Nathan Flores
Nathan Gralak
Niklas Hansen
Noah Albrecht
Nolan Courchaine
Rachel Stillson
Rheese Benjamin
Riis Hammans
Robert Ravensberg
Ryan Laramie
Samuel Dressman
Samuel Burcal
Sullivan Harmeyer
Suzanne Cobbs
Theodore Foglio
Tucker Tone
Tyler Cooper
Vincent Del Giudice
Waylon Foyt
William Steck V

Kids' Corner


BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Charlie Smith
President

Larry McQueary      
Vice President

Brent Cox
Treasurer

Josh Mervis
Secretary

Bill Stackhouse
Member

Mike Aulby
Member

Ed Carpenter
Member

John Cavey
Member

Important Links

USA Hockey: 
https://www.usahockey.com/

MidAm Hockey: 
https://www.midamhockey.com/page/show/4649558-home

Indianapolis Hockey Officials Association:
https://www.indyhockeyrefs.org/

SportsEngine (stay connected with your team)
https://www.iyha.com/se


STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS

Derek Edwardson
Executive Director

JJ Beck
Director of Program Development

Brent Gwidt
Director of Player Development

Nick Johnsen
Director of Goalie Development

Ryan Beck
317 Hockey League Director

Kris May
Girls' Hockey Director

Barb Laughner
Learn to Play Hockey Director

Andrea Cox
Bookkeeper

Doug Losure
Registrar

Mike Bozoian
Disciplinary Chair

Matt Moore
SafeSport Coordinator


Brian Pisula
50/50 Raffle Coordinator

 


Rink Partners

Arctic Zone Iceplex
http://thearcticzone.net/
16616 Southpark Dr
Wesfield, IN 46074
317-896-2155

Carmel Ice Skadium
http://www.carmeliceskadium.com/
1040 3rd Ave SW
Carmel, IN 46032
317-844-8889

Fuel Tank at Fishers
https://www.indyfueltank.com
9022 E. 126th St.
Fishers, IN 46038
317-849-9930

Ice Barn Indy
https://www.icebarnindy.com
17341 Westfield Park Rd.
Westfield, IN 46074

Pop Weaver Youth Pavilion
Pop Weaver Youth Pavilion at the Fairgrounds (indyfueltank.com)
1202 E. 38th St. 
Indpls, IN 46205