FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What age groups can participate in the program?
A: Our program is open to boys and girls aged 4-17, with divisions for each age group (U7-U18) to ensure a fun and competitive experience for all players. There are programs available for both co-ed and female streams.
Q: When does the season start and end?
A: The season typically runs from September to March, with practices and games scheduled throughout the week. Our dedicated coaches and volunteers work hard to provide a positive and rewarding hockey experience for all participants.
Q: When are practices and games?
A: While we strive to keep a consistent schedule, we cannot guarantee specfic practice days. Games are typically held over weekends.
Q: I am interested in signing my child up for your hockey program, how do I do that?
A: Registration generally begins August 1st for the fall season. It is done online, through the Spordle Website. New players will have to create an account before registering.
Q: I registered my child, now what?
A: You will receive an email regarding your registration. For all updates, follow our social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram @lorette.comets. Your team's communication will be done via TeamLinkt app.
Q: Does LMHA provide goalie equipment?
A: LMHA has the opportunity to provide Goalie equipment to the majority of our divisions U9-15. If a goalie is a first year goalie determining if this is the position they want to continue with, LMHA will support equipment needs. If it is a returning goalie for multiple seasons, there is an expectation that like skaters, the goalie well provide their own equipment.
Q: Does LMHA provide goalie equipment to every goalie?
A: LMHA has adjusted its goalie equipment over the years to meet the needs of the association. Many goalies do provide their own equipment; however, at certain age levels it is exclusively provided by LMHA, while others, it is on an as needed basis. Typically players converting to goalie who are gaining experience and commit to that position purchase their own equipment at some point.
Q: Which divisions does LMHA provide all goalie equipment?
A: LMHA will provide all required equipment for U9 & U11. U13 & U15 is dependent on needs.
Q: What type of goalie equipment does LMHA provide?
A: LMHA has quick change pads, glove, blocker, and stick for U9.
U11 LMHA provides pads, glove, blocker, stick, and neck protector.
U13 & U15 LMHA provides, as needed, options for pads, gloves, blocker, and stick.
Q: Is there any goalie equipment that LMHA does not provide?
A: LMHA does not provide helmets, pants or skates specific to the goalie position.
Q: What if there is no goalie for a team and players are required to play goal on a rotating basis, but there isn’t any equipment?
A: LMHA will review the needs for that specific team and look at options for equipment.
Q: What if the equipment does not fit?
A: Due to the varying sizes of players coming through the different divisions, the equipment may fit differently for each player playing goal for that same team/division. LMHA will review any safety concerns and look at options for equipment if any concerns are identified.
Q: Who do we contact on specific questions regarding goalie?
A: The primary point of contact for LMHA regarding any equipment needs is the Equipment Director, email at LMHComets.Equipment@gmail.com
A: All teams have a volunteer parent representative. This information should have been communicated through your manager. All complaints must be formally submitted, in writing, using this form to your team's parent representative.
Q: I have a complaint about my team's parent representative, what do I do?
A: All age divisions have board member respresentatives. The list is found on the website here. All complaints must be formally submitted, in writing, using this form to your division's representative.