RECREATIONAL HOCKEY ASSOCIATION OF CALGARY

Message from the President

Welcome to our 9th year of Recreational Hockey Association of Calgary (RHC).  We look forward to another season geared to fun, exciting and safe hockey. Enrollment is expected to be high.  Last year, RHC did not have enough spots to meet demand.  More and more players and parents are seeing the value in what recreational hockey has to offer.

Registration for players enrolled in RHC last year commences on June 15; registration for new players starts on July 1.  Further details are outlined on this web site under the Registration button.

The season will run from October to March. There will be about the same number of games as in past years. The weekly schedule will hopefully remain consistent throughout the season as in previous years. Generally, there will be 2 games a week and no practices. This excludes the Pee Wee Division which will receive some hockey development ice sessions. Players simply get an opportunity to get out there and play hockey, on a regular basis. 


There have been some changes to our Discipline Policy regarding penalties. These should be reviewed with your son/daughter prior to the season.

RHC teams will participate in ESSO Minor Hockey week in January.  There will also be an "end of the year" tournament for RHC teams.  Parents/players will be asked on the registration forms if they are interested in attending an out of town tournament (Midget and Junior Divisions only).

Please be advised that RHC does not have an office or paid staff to handle your enquiries.  We are run by a Volunteer Board and can be reached at the link below.  This past year's AGM Minutes can be found attached to this website.



All RHC work is carried out by volunteers.  The Board values the time, effort and good will that people extend to making our league successful.  Please be patient and supportive of those who contribute. 



There will be an opportunity for you to volunteer as an assistant coach, coach or time keeper/score keeper on the registration form.

The RHC is now an association that exists under the umbrella of Calgary Minor Hockey.  This means RHC follows the rules and regulations of Calgary Minor Hockey with a few exceptions. For instance, suspensions for certain penalties may be more severe in RHC.

Fees for this year will remain at $500.  This covers the cost of: referees; ice times; jersey and equipment purchases and replacement; and on-line merchant fees.  Players's jerseys are expected to be returned at the end of the season.  RHC does not fund raise.

Sometime in late September, after team formation has been completed, coaches will be contacting their players with details.

 Let's have a great season 
 
 Al Bishop

For Information on RHAC

Contact Al Bishop at rhc@hockeycalgary.com