Lexington Thoroughbreds Youth Ice Hockey
8U Mite Hockey
The 8U House Program is the natural progression for players who have completed Learn-to-Play or Learn-to-Skate sessions and have had the appropriate conversation with the Director of Hockey. The primary goal of this program is to further enhance the skills of beginner to intermediate players, ensuring that they not only enjoy the game but also have the opportunity to advance to more competitive levels in the future. It is important for each player to have their own equipment before joining this program.
The practices in the 8U House Program are a blend of structured hockey drills and enjoyable games that incorporate the practice skills taught, following the guidelines set by the USA Hockey ADM (American Development Model). Throughout the season, the coaching staff organizes small area games, giving players the chance to experience cross-ice hockey while participating in game like experiences.
The 8U Travel Program is specifically designed for players who are ready to take on a more competitive environment by playing against other programs, both at opposing home rinks and at Lexington Ice Center (LIC). This program offers opportunities for players to participate in 1-day jamborees or weekend tournaments throughout the season, providing them with valuable game experience.
Based on the number of players, there are three levels of competitiveness in the 8U Travel Program: Red, White, and Blue. These levels ensure that players are appropriately grouped based on their skill levels, fostering fair and challenging competition.
SCHEDULES
*Please cross-reference Crossbar for all schedules after registration
PRACTICE
Monday - 6:15 pm
Wednesday - 6:00 pm
| Monday | Wednesday |
| 10/2 | 10/4 |
| 10/16 | 10/11 |
| 10/30 | 10/18 |
| 11/13 | 10/25 |
| 11/8 | |
| 11/15 | |
| 11/22 | |
| 11/29 | |
| 12/6 | |
| 12/13 |
GAMES
Thursday - 6:00 pm
| Thursday | |
| 10/12 | |
| 10/26 | |
| 11/9 | |
| 12/7 | |
| 12/14 |
Ages
For players 8 years old and younger that have graduated from one of the following programs be able to demonstrate basic skating skills.
1) Learn-to-Play
2) Learn-to-Skate
(Exceptions are made for younger players on a case-by-case basis.)
When
House:
Session 1 – Runs late September to mid-December;
Session 2 – Runs early January to mid-March.
Travel:
Runs mid-September to early March
Where
House practices and games are held at Lexington Ice Center.
Travel practices are held at Lexington Ice Center games will be held at LIC as well as opposing team home rinks.
Practices
House: 1-2 practices per week. (Dates & Times TBD) approximately 32 – 40 practice sessions.
Travel: 2 practices per week. (Dates & Times TBD) approximately 38 – 44 practice sessions.
Games
House games will be held during the week at LIC. (Dates & Times TBD) 6 – 8 games per session.
Travel games are typically held on weekends. Games typically are 1 day jamborees held at LIC or opposing rinks. Tournaments are included in games. 18 – 24 games per season.
Uniforms
Club uniforms are required. Uniform requirements vary by age group.
Program Cost
House: $400-500 per session based on number of players.
Travel: $1100 - $1300 per season based on number of players.
2023 8U - Fall/Winter
2023 - 2024 Lower House Season:
Birth years 2015, 2016, 2017. Players must have graduated from one of the following programs be able to demonstrate basic skating skills.
1) Learn-to-Play
2) Learn-to-Skate
(Exceptions are made for younger players on a case-by-case basis.)
Session 1 – Runs late September to mid-December
Session 2 – Runs early January to mid-March.
2023-2024 Travel Season:
8U travel players should register under the travel program: https://www.centralkentuckyhockey.com/program/travel-hockey/1548
Register