Showcase Hockey League

1.  How do we register?  You choose the league or program that you wish to participate in then click register.  If you have not registered with us in the past or do not have an ngin account then you must first open an account.  Once you have an account then you will be granted a user name and password to secure your information and allow you to register for all ngin programs.

2.  Do the players play at the winter level that they are playing in/just played at? 
No...All players should be playing at the level in which they will be playing in the UPCOMING SEASON.

3. What days of the week are the games played?
With well over 4000 hours of ice purchased at 50 arenas Showcase Hockey will skate almost any day of the week. We try not to schedule any games on Friday however at any level. Mite teams will skate on weekends only. Teams at the high school level will play evening games on Monday through Thursday and in the afternoon on the weekends.

4. What level do you recommend for us? / Do we play what we were last winter or what we will be playing next year?
All teams and players should be playing at the level in which they will be playing in upcoming season.  Bob will help you register for the right level when you register for the league.

5. How many players do I need for a full roster? / What is the fewest number of players for a full roster?
There are no requirements for a minimum number on your roster. I would suggest at least 12-13 skaters and two goalies. The maximum number is 20. You receive 17 jerseys when you register with Showcase Hockey. The cost for extra jerseys if you need up to three more is $10 per jersey.

6. What arena's do we play at? / Where are the games played?
Showcase Hockey uses 50 arenas in the metro area and will always schedule you at arena's in your area. Examples: If you live in Chaska should be playing in the south or west metro. If you live in Stillwater you should be playing in the north or east metro.

7. What is the last date I can still register a team? / What is the deadline?  Deadlines are listed on each program's page.

8. Do you have strict age requirements? / We have one player who is moving up but wants to still play with our team, can they?
It is required that players play at the level in which they will be playing in upcoming winter season. No exceptions will be made for checking levels!!!  If you have any questions about this contact Bob at bob@showcasehockey.com

9. What days of the week do we play? 
Showcase Hockey skates usually every day but Friday for all levels but Mites/U8.  For Mites/U8 the dates in 2008 will be Mostly Saturday and Sundays with a chance of an early Monday evening game/practice mixed in.

10. We will need some players to fill our team, do you have any?
Showcase Hockey may have players to help you fill your team. Showcase Hockey does not guarantee players to teams needing them however. It is the team's responsibility to have a complete team at the deadline.

11. What is the format for the league? / How many games do we play? / How long are the games?
At the squirt, peewee, bantam, U10, U12, and U14 level each team will receive a one hour shared or solo ice practice followed by eight one hour regular season games. After the regular season each team will receive a minimum of two one hour playoff games. The playoff brackets are based on the regular season record with teams at or about the same record put in a four to six team bracket. Examples of the spring playoffs are on our website at www.showcasehockey.com. At the mite/U8 level all teams will receive one practice followed by 3-4 regular season games.  Then each team will receive an additional practice and 3-4 more regular season games based upon their standings after their first 3-4 games.  To conclude the season each team will receive a minimum of two games in the playoffs based on your teams record.
Example of the spring playoffs for girls are on our website at www.showcasehockey.com.

12. Can I have my teams color for jerseys? / What sizes are the jerseys? / Can I pick the #'s for the jerseys?
If you would like to have your associations colors for our league please email Bob at bob@showcasehockey.com and he will do his best to give you the color that you want. The jerseys you receive at jersey pickup will be an assortment of sizes for your team. The numbers that are in the set are 1-12, 14-17 and 30. #1 and #30 are always the largest jerseys.

13. Can you confirm that you received the registration?
You should receive an email shortly after you register your team.  You may always contact us if you have any questions or if you need to change the level you registered for.

14. Do you still have openings for full teams?
We usually have openings until the deadline date.  Please sign up early to have your spot guaranteed.  I would recommend 16 players on your team.  Three full lines (3 F, 2D, + 1G)

15. How do I go about putting together a team?
Call or e-mail Bob. His phone number is 952-920-8826 and his email is bob@showcasehockey.com 

16. Can we use our own jerseys?
All league teams must use the Showcase supplied jerseys.

17. How many players do you need for a full team discount?
Discounts are usually available for teams of 16 or more.

18. Is checking allowed or not?
Checking is allowed at the Peewee, Bantam, and Boy's High School levels.

19. Do you want the players to mail checks in to Showcase for my team or do I send them in?
Your teams representative should be the one that collects the payments from the players on your team and mail it in to Showcase Hockey by the final payment date.

20. Does the coach have to be USA Hockey certified?
Although it is recommended that the coaches have prior coaching experience in the winter it is not mandatory.

21. How many teams do you have so far?
Showcase Hockey should fill at every level in the fall so register early. Contact Bob at 952-920-8826 or email him at bob@showcasehockey.com to register.

22. What does our team needs to be evaluated mean?
At the highest level in each league we would prefer to have the strongest associations play or teams who believe they could compete at that level. If you think your team can play at that level you can register for it but you need to contact Bob first at 952-920-8826 or at bob@showcasehockey.com

23. When is the payment due?
The deposits is due before the league deadline and your credit card is run for the balance on the Monday before the league starts.

24. When will the playoffs be?
All levels should have their playoff games start probably the last week of April and concluding by May 4th.  We may extend the playoffs until Thursday May 8th if needed.  For the fall the playoff dates are listed on each league page.

25. Will we be skating Easter or Labor Day weekend?
Showcase Hockey does not plan on skating on Easter or Labor Day weekend.
 
 
Individuals
1. Can my child play with?
If your child has some friends that would like to play on the same team, simply have the friend register by the deadline and note it on the registration and they should be put on the same team.

2. What level should my child play?
All players should be playing at the level in which they will be playing in upcoming winter season.

3. Where are the games played?
Showcase Hockey uses 50 arenas in the metro area and will always schedule you at arena's in your area. Examples: If you live in Chaska should be playing in the south or west metro. If you live in Stillwater you should be playing in the north or east metro.

4. How is my child assigned to a team/ How do I register?
Showcase Hockey will try to place your child on a team. In 2007, 95% of skaters and 80% of goalies who registered made a team. To increase your chances of being put on a team try to find a group of four or more as we put teams together first, groups together second, and then individuals.

5. Can you confirm that you received my registration?              You should receive an email shortly after you register.
 
6. What days of the week do we play? 
Showcase Hockey skates usually every day but Friday for all levels but Mites/U8.  For Mites/U8 the dates will be Mostly Saturday and Sundays with a chance of an early Monday evening game/practice mixed in.
 
7. Do any teams still need players?
Teams may need a few players to help fill their squads. Showcase hockey may put you on that team or will try to form a team at your level to play on

8. Do any teams need goalies?
Most teams that register as full teams do not need goalies.  If one does however, we will put the person who registered first on that team.  On the teams that we form we usually will will try to put two goalies on them. 

9. If we have a group of players can they all be on the same team?
Yes, Showcase Hockey will put all of the players that register together in a group on the same team if we put a team together at that level.

10. When will we be notified if my child is on a team?
All players should be notified a few days before their teams first hour of ice.  Most teams will start on March 15th and 16th.  Some may start as late as March 18th.  Please do not contact the office until March 20th if you have not been notified by a coach.  See league page for fall dates as they are different for every level.

11. Do you need to tryout to make a team?
At all levels except for the AAA/Dynamo leagues there will be no tryouts.

12. Is anyone putting a team in from my association?
Check with some of your associations winter coaches to see if they would like to bring in a team. If you would like to possibly bring in a team please call Bob at 952-920-8826 or e-mail him at bob@showcasehockey.com.

13. What is the fee?
Each league has a different fee and is listed on each league page.

14. We will be gone due to vacation. Will our player be disciplined?
Coaches should not discipline players in our league for games missed for any reason.
 
15. Do you accept individual registrations?
Showcase Hockey accepts teams and individuals at this time. Go to www.showcasehockey.com to register online.