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NORTHEAST GEORGIA HOCKEY ASSOCIATION

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!

TICKETS GOING FAST

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:

  • Early entrance to the arena
  • Cheer the Rock Lobsters on in the High Five Tunnel as they take the ice for the very first time in Akins Arena!
  • A group photo of the players will be taken on the bench/penalty boxes.
  • Bench buddies passes available.
  • Center Ice Tickets

Don’t miss out—grab your tickets today and join the celebration!

Registration is open!

 

BEFORE YOU REGISTER: Each Player must register with USA Hockey before signing up for the 2024-2025 Season. Here’s how:

  1. Step 1:  CLICK HERE to go to USA Hockey Registration and register your player(s). Be sure to PRINT and SAVE their confirmation code(s). Remember to register EACH of your players with USA Hockey. Each player must have their own unique USA Hockey confirmation number.
  2. Step 2:  PROCEED to our registration page. You will need your player's USA Hockey Confirmation Code that you received in Step 1 to complete your registration.  

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:

  • Exclusive Benefits: Every member receives an annual subscription to USA Hockey Magazine, access to regional and national tournaments, skill development resources, catastrophic insurance coverage, and exclusive partner deals.
  • Player Development: Access to development programs for high-level players and extensive training content. Ability to play teams within the league.
  • Coaching Education: Parents and coaches can benefit from training, clinics, and certification programs.
  • Membership in Team USA: Be part of the organization that represents our country in international competitions!

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.

https://negeorgiahockey.smugmug.com/

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. 

2024-2025 Ice Schedule

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
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
Monday, December 9, 2024 Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm
10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm
13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm
Saturday, December 14, 2024 Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am
10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am
13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am
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
Saturday, December 21, 2024 Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am
10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am
13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am
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
Saturday, December 28, 2024 Under 10: Practice 7:00am-8:10am
10-12: Practice 8:15am-9:25am
13+: Practice 9:40am-10:50am
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
Monday, January 6, 2025 Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm
10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm
13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm
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
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
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
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
Monday, February 10, 2025 Under 10: Practice 5:00pm-6:10pm
10-12: Practice 6:15pm-7:25pm
13+: Practice 7:40pm-8:50pm
Saturday, February 15, 2025 Under 10: Game 7:00am-8:10am
10-12: Game 8:10am-10:40am
13+: Game 8:10am-10:40am
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
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

A FEW REMINDERS:

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!

Equipment info

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


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Contact NEGA Hockey

Northeast Georgia Hockey Association

NEGA Hockey Association
P. O. Box 1014
Athens, GA 30603

info@negahockey.org

706-765-9400

Send packages to: 
NEGA Hockey Association
115 E Hancock Avenue Ste 1014
Athens, GA 30601