SQUIRTS
2024-2025 SABRE HOCKEY ASSOCIATION SQUIRT (10U) PROGRAM
COACHES
| TEAM | HEAD COACH |
| 10U CSDHL Major | Lou Johanns |
| 9U CSDHL Minor | Kyle Byrnes |
| NIHL Silver | Gary Spratt |
| NIHL Bronze | TBD* |
| NWHL | Donnie Pasch & Kyle Moline |
*Our NIHL coaches are based on an experienced group of volunteers that will be confirmed as the tryout process plays out.
**All information is subject to change.
SEASON FEES
| PROGRAM | SKATER | GOALIE |
| CSDHL Major & Minor | $5,500 | $4,000 |
| NIHL | $4,750 | $3,250 |
| NWHL | $3,500 | $2,000 |
*A Non-Refundable $300 Tryout Fee will be due at the time of registration (included in pricing above).
**Additional team slush funds will be required for Tournament Fees and Travel Budgets.
PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES
- Coaches
- Uniforms (Game Jerseys, Pant Shells (NIHL & CSDHL), Socks, and Practice Jerseys)
- Player Package (Tee Shirt, Shorts, and Hat)
- Ice Time (Games & Practices)
- League & Referee Fees
- Bi-Weekly Skills Clinics
- Weekly Goalie Clinic
TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT
Following tryouts, registrants will receive an email to confirm their players roster spot and complete registration based on the program their player was placed in. The program cost can be paid in full or a payment plan of 6 months can be set up at that time. Payments will be automatically deducted on 9/27, 10/27, 11/27, 12/27, 1/27 & 2/27.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
| TEAM | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI |
| 10U CSDHL Major | X | X | X | ||
| 9U CSDHL Minor | X | X | X | ||
| NIHL Silver | X | X | X | ||
| NIHL Bronze | X | X | X | ||
| NWHL | X | X |
Game times and locations will vary by week with most games being played on weekends, with the possibility of a weeknight based on necessity. Scheduling can fluctuate due to variables such as holidays, team photos and loss of club ice due to functions like tournaments and showcases. The grid below represents team schedules during any regular week.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SABRE TRAVEL TRYOUT SCHEDULE & INFORMATION
Tryout/evaluation groups will be assigned based on previous hockey experience. Group assignment will be visible in Crossbar 3 days in advance of the first scheduled session for tryouts/evaluations. Coaches may make changes to tryout groups based on performance during the process and Crossbar will be updated with those changes.
BLUE & GOLD PRE-SEASON CLINIC
Get back into playing shape for the Fall! Offered for Squirt level skaters.
FEES AND PAYMENT POLICIES
EQUIPMENT AND APPAREL REQUIREMENTS
USA HOCKEY
AHAI requires purchase of your player’s 2024-2025 season USA Hockey Insurance directly from USA Hockey.
LEAGUE PARTICIPATION
Central States Development Hockey League (CSDHL)
Northern Illinois Hockey League (NIHL)
Northwest Hockey League (NWHL)
GENERAL INFORMATION
ROSTERING: Sabre players cannot be rostered on more than one youth hockey team, with the exception of girls playing on a youth (co-ed) team and a Sabre player who plays on a high school team.
Frequently Asked Questions
For registration questions, contact Desiree Jules at djules@sabrehockey.com
For hockey questions, contact Brandon Lewandowski at blewandowski@sabrehockey.com
2014 questions, contact Lou Johanns at ljohanns@sabrehockey.com
2015 questions, contact Kyle Byrnes at kbyrnes@sabrehockey.com
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