Northeast Georgia Hockey Association is a youth co-ed hockey program operating in Athens, Georgia. Players of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to come out and play!
Join the Northeast Georgia Hockey Association for an Unforgettable Night on Center Ice! Welcome the Rock Lobsters to Athens and be part of history as we celebrate this monumental occasion! Players and parents have been invited to participate in opening night on Friday, December 6 at the Akins Ford Arena.
SIGN UP FOR YOUR DISCOUNT GROUP TICKET(S) HERE: https://www.zeffy.com/.../opening-night-athens-rock-lobsters
Event Highlights:
Don’t miss out—grab your tickets today and join the celebration!
BEFORE YOU REGISTER: Each Player must register with USA Hockey before signing up for the 2024-2025 Season. Here’s how:
Please note that in addition to NEGA registration, there is also a player fee for USA Hockey registration, which varies based on age. While registration costs have gone up slightly, we are mindful of the impact this can have, especially for families with multiple players. We’re committed to keeping our league as affordable as possible while providing a high-quality experience, and even with these costs, our league remains one of the best values around. We want every child who loves the game to stay with us, and we’re here to answer any questions or discuss how we can help.
Membership with USA Hockey brings some amazing benefits, including:
Dive into our Ice Hockey Gallery filled with photos capturing the spirit of our young athletes on the ice. These snapshots are not only yours to view but also to download, share, and pass along to friends and family.
We need your help
This season, we are implementing a volunteer initiative to ensure our program runs smoothly and efficiently. We kindly request that each parent volunteers their time for at least three sessions or events during the season. Whether it's helping with coaching, assisting in organizing events, providing first aid, or any other skill you possess, your involvement will make a significant impact on the success of our program. Please select your choices here.
These are on-ice times. Players should be fully geared up and ready to go on the ice five minutes before the scheduled start time.
These times are tentative and subject to change.
Date | Age Group & Times | Extra Info |
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Thursday, December 5, 2024 | Christmas Parade. 7 pm. Downtown Athens. | Sign up to participate |
Saturday, December 7, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am 13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am |
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Monday, December 9, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Saturday, December 14, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am 13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am |
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Sunday, December 15, 2024 | Open Public Skate in the Arena (tentative) | |
Monday, December 16, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Saturday, December 21, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am 13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am |
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Monday, December 23, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
Public skate from 10:30AM-8:45PM (might get time before or after) |
Friday, December 27, 2024 | NEGA Chuck-a-Puck Fundraiser for Rock Lobsters. Youth intermission game |
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Saturday, December 28, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am 13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am |
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Monday, December 30, 2024 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
Public skate from 10:30AM-8:45PM (might get time before or after) |
Saturday, January 4, 2025 | Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am 13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am |
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Monday, January 6, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Saturday, January 11, 2025 | Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am 13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am |
(until 12:15pm) |
Sunday, January 12, 2025 | Rock Lobster youth intermission game | |
Monday, January 13, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Friday, January 17, 2025 | Blackout date: Tournament | |
Saturday, January 18, 2025 | Blackout date: Tournament | |
Sunday, January 19, 2025 | Blackout date: Tournament | |
Monday, January 20, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
Pending tournament |
Saturday, January 25, 2025 | Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am 13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am |
AM practice + NEGA volunteer skate counter 10:30AM-11pm |
Monday, January 27, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Saturday, February 1, 2025 | No ice (tournament) | |
Monday, February 3, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Tuesday, February 4, 2025 | NEGA volunteer skate counter 4:30pm-8:45pm | |
Saturday, February 8, 2025 | Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am 13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am |
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Monday, February 10, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
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Saturday, February 15, 2025 | Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am 13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am |
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Monday, February 17, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
(Presidents Day) |
Saturday, February 22, 2025 | Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am 10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am 13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am |
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Monday, February 24, 2025 | Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm 10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm 13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm |
Last Day of Outdoor Rink |
Friday, February 28, 2025 | Rock Lobster youth intermission game | |
Saturday, March 29, 2025 | Rock Lobster youth intermission game |
Players should arrive at the outdoor 440 Pavilion behind the Classic Center in downtown Athens [MAP] at least 30 minutes before their scheduled ice time in order to have plenty of time to get ready. Ample parking is available. There is street-level parking on Dougherty Street or in the Classic Center parking deck. Do not park in front of the businesses on Foundry Street. Those spaces are reserved for their customers.
**Parents must stay at the rink with kids under 10.
SKATE SHARPENER
We will have a skate sharpener at the rink on Monday throughout practice and on Saturday until 9:30 AM. It's $10 cash, check or Zelle.
HELPFUL TIPS FROM PARENTS
Bring a towel & a plastic bag to wipe off your skates after practice. And a plastic bag to separate wet from dry. MAKE SURE TO AIR OUT YOUR EQUIPMENT AFTER EACH PRACTICE.
STAY INFORMED
Never miss out on important updates! ✨ Please take a moment to bookmark our Facebook page [and please LIKE US! We're working hard to get at least 100+ likes for each of our posts] and our website. We will be posting crucial information there to keep you in the loop.
Additionally, keep an eye on our Monday Rink Report and emails for timely updates and announcements. We're committed to keeping you well-informed throughout the season.
BUT MOSTLY...
Get ready for an exciting season ahead! It's about having fun, improving our skills, and supporting each other every step of the way. Together, we'll make this season one for the books, filled with unforgettable memories, growth, and success.
Your support and involvement are greatly appreciated!
Jersey Orders
Jersey/sock orders submitted at the beginning of the season will be arriving soon. Those ordered in early December will be arriving in mid-January. You will be invoiced at a later date.
Neck Guards & Helmets
We have a few helmets and several neckguards still available for sale. Neck guards are a required piece of safety equipment that every player must wear.
Hocket Shin Guard Tape
Advice to new players: Hockey shin pad tape is very helpful for making sure that shin guards stay securely in place during play. The straps alone are often not enough to keep the pads from shifting around and then not being in the right place to protect your knees when you fall. You can find tape on Amazon if you search “hockey shin pad tape”. The link below shows some different ways to tape you pads.
Best Ways To Tape Hockey Socks - Rink Result
Or just wear this stuff to school and look really cool! Visit the NEGA Hockey Merchandise Store to show your support!
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NEGA Hockey Association
P. O. Box 1014
Athens, GA 30603
706-765-9400
Send packages to:
NEGA Hockey Association
115 E Hancock Avenue Ste 1014
Athens, GA 30601