Miscellaneous
weekly update email
It is a best practice to send your team an email at the beginning of every week to remind them about the practices and games for the week ahead. This is also a good time to follow up on any other items such as money owed or upcoming tournament information.
team accomplishments
When your team wins or finishes second in a tournament, take pictures and share with communications manager, Amy Zimmerman, for posting on social media and the club's website. Other activities can also be shared through social media such as volunteering, team building/bonding, etc.
player accomplishment patches
When a player (squirt & above) gets credited for a hat trick, 3 assists in a game or a shutout, he or she is able to get a patch for the accomplishment from Missouri Hockey. Each player is only eligible for one patch of each type per season.
Generally, team managers wait until the end of the season to order these. Don't forget to save your score sheets from each game to send in with the form.
Note: this is not applicable for 8U/6U players.
team building
Lounge72 at Affton Ice Rink is available for reservation for team gatherings throughout the season!
Pre-Season Gathering
Getting together as a team at someone's house or planning a group activity such as bowling or roller skating can be a great way for your players to get to know one another at the start of the season.
end of season party
Teams often have end-of-season parties. These could be a party at someone's house or just getting together somewhere for something such as bowling or laser-tag.
Many teams VOTE to use leftover team funds for a party. Some teams decide to purchase small team gifts for the players such as custom pucks or t-shirts.
Coaches’ gifts are often purchased as a thank you at the end of the season. Ask for donations from families that are interested, do not mandate how much each family should contribute. Ex. $25-$50 gift cards are common.
parent volunteer
Parents are required to assist as needed during home and away games as scorekeeper, clock and penalty box attendants. Managers can create signups or auto assign, depending on response from parents.
team supplies
The club provides first aid kits, puck bags and pucks (up to 20) to all teams. If coaches/teams do not have them from a previous season or need replacements, you will need to contact office manager Angie Bigogno for these supplies.
team website
Team managers will be given access to manage your team's page on the club website via Crossbar.
Once teams are made you will get an email from crossbar with a link that you will need to confirm to be accepted. This will give you the ability to enter news and scores.
Teams SHOULD NOT use any other apps or websites for communication. Teams are required to use Crossbar to add contact information, game schedules, and rosters, to ensure other teams can use it to coordinate schedules and contact key members.
pictures
Club sponsored team pictures are communicated and organized through the club. Each team is required to participate in club pictures. Sign-ups will be communicated via email to each team/manager at the start of the season. Picture opportunities are also available at many tournaments.
using affton hockey logos
The use of the registered Affton Hockey logos is strictly prohibited unless given permission and authority from the Affton Board of Managers. Any questions about this policy should be directed to the Affton Board of Managers.
Team Managers are responsible for making sure their teams are aware of this policy. Failure to uphold this policy will result in consequences to individuals and/or teams.