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WNYAHL MITE BARN-JAM LEAGUE

Welcome to the 2022-2023 Mite Jam Season. 

The WNYAHL is excited to start a new season and see the growth of the players. 

The WNYAHL Barn-Jam League is open to teams whose registering club is a member of the WNYAHL and in good standing. All USA Hockey registered participants in their programs that are birth and citizenship verified  are able to participate in the Barn-Jam League following the ADM model. 

The league is restricted to players that are 7 and 8 years of age. Players 6 and younger are not part of the Mite Barn-Jam league as their development should be restricted to in house participation as recommended by the ADM program. Organizations participating in the league may not offer 6u play concurrently with the Mite Jam league.

The age appropriate standard playing surface at 8 and Under is cross ice or half ice. 

8 & Under Major Half Ice/Cross Ice Division

 

  • The Mite Jam League is only available to members in good standing of the WNYAHL. Organizations and teams that are not members of the WNYAHL are prohibited in participation.
  • Recommended use of bumpers/dividers and mini boards to section the ice off
  • Half /Cross ice practices games all season. 30-40 Practices /Games 16-20  1 Off  Ice Practice a week
  • Teams 9-12 skaters per team
  • Season length 25 weeks as determined by facility
  • Coach(s) will serve as officials or one official
  • Neighboring facilities will invite and set their own schedule
  • 3 x 4 net(Mid-Size Nets) with rotating goalies/BLUE PUCK

  

Tony Pierino

WNYAHL Mite Barn-Jam Coordinator

Phone: 7168678349




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CROSS-ICE OFFICIATING GUIDE 

One commonly asked question is where do the officials fit into the American Development Model, especially in the younger age groups where newer officials often gained valuable experience? The answer to that question is the officials can play an integral role and with the proper guidance are a part of the game that can grow and prosper within the ADM. This guide is designed to provide valuable information to both local officials’ groups and youth hockey organizations to best work together for a common goal – creating a positive environment for all participants to enjoy the game of hockey.