HEADLINES  | | | 9th Annual Danbury Fire vs Police Department Game by
posted 06/19/2013 Come out and support the DFD and the DPD in the 9th annual charity game at Danbury Arena
 Back to top  | Team Managers & Schedulers Needed by
posted 06/17/2013 The Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association (WCYHA) Jr. Colonials needs volunteers to be Team Managers and Team Schedulers for the 2013-14 season.
Managers and schedulers will work with the Board of Directors to communicate information to parents, and to prepare and manage their team's game schedule.
Managers will email their team parents on Monday mornings to confirm the weekly schedule and communicate other information about the team. This could include notes from the coach, paperwork reminders or plans for off-ice team functions. The manager will also recruit volunteers to keep the score sheet and to run the time clock and scoreboard at home games at the Danbury Ice Arena.
Schedulers will build the league and non-league game schedule for their teams. They will be provided with a list of available ice sheets at the Danbury Ice Arena for home games, and will communicate with schedulers from other hockey organizations to schedule away games. This is generally done by email. A meeting for all Connecticut Hockey Conference schedulers will be held in August to begin building schedules.
For information or questions, contact Rich Dibble at
Back to top | Positions Available for 2013- 14 Season by
posted 06/17/2013 The Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association (WCYHA) Jr. Colonials has roster positions open for qualified travel level players and goalies at all levels (Mite, Squirt, Pee Wee & Bantam).
WCYHA is a non-profit youth hockey association open to all youths eighteen (18) and under in the Greater Danbury area, including New Fairfield, Newtown, Bethel, Brookfield and New Milford. As a member of the Connecticut Hockey Conference, WCYHA offers instruction and competition to help young players develop. The organization has developed players to compete in high school, college and at the the junior hockey level.
WCYHA fields two teams at each USA Hockey level Mites through Midget. Teams participate in the Connecticut Hockey Conference Tier III and Open Divisions. All practices are held at Danbury Arena Ice on Tuesday and Thursday nights, and games are played on the weekend.
For information or questions, contact Rich Dibble at
Back to top | Position Open- Registrar 2014 by
posted 06/17/2013 The Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association (WCYHA) Jr. Colonials is looking for a volunteer to fill the role as Registrar beginning in July 2014.
The person will work with Rich Dibble during the 2013-14 hockey season to learn the responsibilities.
The Registrar completes the program's USA Hockey rosters and paperwork for the Connecticut Hockey Conference. The job requires the use of a computer, and can be done at home.
For information or questions, contact Rich Dibble at
Back to top | Jersey Fitting Day June 23rd & 30th- Danbury Arena by
posted 06/17/2013 Western Families it’s that time again
“Jersey Fitting Day”
This event is for players that are new to the organization or for returning players that would either like a larger jersey or new number.
The fitting will take place during the last two Sunday night skates at the Danbury Arena June 23rd and 30th from 5-7pm (this is the only fitting and will be your only opportunity te get a large size jersey and your choice of number).
Things to bring;
* Your three number choices. Ex. 17, 30, 26....
* Cash or Check for $160.00- this price includes home and away jerseys and socks.
* Bring your shoulder pads, elbow pads or if you are a goalie your chest protector for proper fitting.
Respectfully,
Paul Fernandes
WCYHA Equipment Manager
Back to top | Western Summer Camp Date August 12-16th by
posted 05/25/2013 **Discount Date Extended Until June 21st**
The Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association will sponsor its 4th annual summer hockey camp August 12-16th at the Danbury Arena.
The full-day camp is for committed Western players, and will feature on-ice skills, daily scrimmages, off-ice workouts and group activities.
There will be sessions for Mite/ Squirt and Pee Wee/ Bantam.
WCYHA has worked a deal with the rink that lowers the cost to $275 for the week.
All players are encouraged to attend to improve their skills as the season approaches.
To register contact the Danbury Arena at (203) 794-1704 and ask about the Western Camp August 12th.
If you have further questions contact Rich Dibble at
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posted 05/07/2013
Sunday Skill Sessions have been running and the attendence has been great! If you aren't in there is time to still register and reap the benefits from these sessions;
Coach Shaun Hannah and Coach Jake Moreland have agreed to run WCYHA's off-season program for skaters and goalies this spring. These eight sessions will run on Sunday evenings at DIA from mid-April through June from 5-6PM for mites/squirts and 6:10-7:10PM for PW/Bantams. They will only be open to WCYHA players. These sessions are vital for improving your skills and making WCYHA a more competitive program, and they won't conflict with spring sports.
NO Sessions; May 12th, May 26th or June 16th.
The attached links detail Coach Shaun’s college and professional experience and also talk about his hockey philosophy. The reaction from the WCYHA team’s he’s worked with this season has been very positive, and we expect the same reaction this spring.
http://www.powerskillshockey.com/coach-shaun-hannah/
http://www.powerskillshockey.com/what-we-do/
WCYHA is paying for the majority of the program, but, unlike past years, there is a $100 out of pocket cost to you. WCYHA has to do this to keep these sessions to our players only, and to afford to be able to bring in this level of instruction. This is an exceptional developmental opportunity for WCYHA players, and this is an incredible deal for your money. More details will follow shortly regarding this program; please do not hesitate to contact John Oldham
or Rich Dibble
with any questions.
Back to top | Travel Team Positions Available by
posted 04/22/2013 The Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association has openings at the Mite, Squirt, Pee Wee and Bantam levels for the 2013-14 season.
WCYHA plays and practices out of the Danbury Ice Arena, and offers a competitive travel hockey experience for boys and girls of the Greater Danbury area.
Our season begins in September with set practice times and all home games played at Danbury Ice Arena.
To learn more about the program, please contact Rich Dibble, program registrar, at
Back to top | Welcome to Western for the 2013-2014 Season by
posted 04/11/2013
Welcome to the Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association, Home of the Jr. Colonials!
Here are some tips to help you and your player become part of the family:
Check the website often! Updates to games are posted as soon as they are known. You will receive an email if a game or practice time is changed.
The website contains valuable information on policies, documents required for play and general news updates.
You may hear our organization referred to as Western, Jr. Colonials, WCYHA or Danbury. Our official name is Western Connecticut Youth Hockey Association (WCYHA).
Our home ice is at the Danbury Ice Arena (DIA). Please remind your player to respect the locker room and treat it as if it were their own home. We are very proud to have our home at the DIA, and will look to you to keep your eyes open for areas to improve our relationship with the DIA. Discount parking tickets are available at the DIA counter for purchase by referring to the WCYHA program - these discounted tickets will allow you to park at the parking garage for a discounted rate.
We are affiliated with USA Hockey and the Connecticut Hockey Conference (CHC), and WCYHA participates in both CHC seasonal games against other CHC affiliated teams, and the CHC end of year state tournament. There are four tiers of CHC hockey, and WCYHA participates in Tier III for A level teams, and Tier IV, or the Open Division, for B level teams.
The CHC season runs from late-September through mid-March, with the State Tournament typically being held in late-February through mid-March. For the 2013/2014 season, we will participate in three tournaments in the Squirt- Bantam levels.
We will play in The Haunted Shootout, a two-night overnight tournament in Marlborough, Mass, on Oct. 25-27, 2013. Hotel reservations can be made now. WCYHA has reserved rooms at the Best Western Royal Plaza in Marlborough. The telephone number is 508-460-0700. Register under the Western name to receive a rate of $114 per night plus tax for singles and doubles, and $149 per night plus tax for suites (there are only five available, so don't delay). The cost includes a cold breakfast for everyone in the room.
The A level teams at the Squirt, Pee Wee and Bantam levels will play in The Silver Sticks tournament Thanksgiving weekend in Bridgeport. The B level teams will play in tournaments in Watertown or Avon the same weekend.
The third tournament is the end of year CHC state tournament for all teams if qualified. Dates and locations of play will be released in late-January or early-February.
Two practices are held each week, typically Tuesdays and Thursdays during the season. Practices begin in mid-September and run through the end of year tournament. During the year Western has contracted Shaun Hannah (power skills hockey) and Phil Esposito (Danbury Whalers head coach and pro ambitions) to a practice each month to help our continued effort for skills development.
Game jerseys and socks will be available for purchase in September. The cost is generally between $150 and $175. Shells will be loaned to each player before the first game, and must be returned when the season ends.
Games are typically every Saturday and Sunday, with one being on our home ice and one away. Travel to an away game is generally no more than 1 hour, 15 minutes. Addresses for all of the rinks we travel to are on the website (some directions as well). A GPS is extremely helpful!!
Car pooling is a great way for players and parents to get to know each other and save on gas! If you are unable to take your player to a game, another parent is always willing to help you out!
Every team is assigned a Team Manager (a parent volunteer), who keeps the records for the team and assists the coach (es) with communications to the players and parents. The Team Manager will also provide each parent with a "Cheat Sheet" at the beginning of the season. It lists all of the players' numbers and names as well as parent names and contact information. The Team Manager is also responsible for communicating any team issues to the Board prior to the monthly meetings so members can discuss the matter.
Parents are welcome to attend the first 30 minutes of the Board Meeting. Meeting dates are typically the second Wednesday of each month at DIA, and are listed on the website.
Teams will consist of no more than 20 players, including two goalkeepers. Although not mandatory, all level players are encouraged to participate in WCYHA off season workouts and WCYHA supported summer camp, which will be held in August at DIA. This season we have sessions set with Shaun Hannah from power skills hockey running Sunday evenings from late April to the end of June.
Get Involved!!! We love volunteers! Coaches, Team Managers and Board Members are all parent volunteers. We always need help with fundraising, tournament planning, game scheduling and organizing social activities for the entire organization or at the team level. We need your ideas and talent to be successful.
We are already planning a beginning of the season Parents Night Out event with dinner, dancing and an auction to be held Sept. 28, 2013, at Capellaro's Grove in Bethel. Mark your calendars now! Please let a Board member know if you would like to help plan this fun event.
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The WCYHA Board fully understands that issues may arise during the season and open communication is the key to a successful program. The Board, coaches, and managers are in place to hear what you have to say and want to address your issues and concerns in a timely manner.
Please be reminded that this is an all-volunteer organization and all communications should be directed to the contact information provided on our website. At no time should anyone be contacted at their place of work unless otherwise directed to do so. Any and all correspondence will take place in the evenings or on the weekends outside of traditional Monday through Friday business hours.
See you around the rink!
The Western Board of Directors
Back to top | Pee Wee A Connecticut Tier III Champions by
posted 03/10/2013 Congratulations to the Pee Wee A Team
2012-13 Pee Wee Tier III
Connecticut Hockey Conference Champions
4- Cox (A), 7- Burke, 12- Hanley (C), 13- Trew, 16- Morelock (C), 17- Dibble, 21- Carrlucci, 24- Marsh, 27- Paquin, 33- Brown (C), 40- Caldara, 42- Gardner, 50- Torre-Tasso, 61- Fernandes 67- Whitehead, 79- Almedia (A) & 95- Fanning (A). Coaches; Dibble, Hanley, Burke & Whitehead Team Manager Chris Gardner
Back to top | Thank You- "Try Hockey Event a Success" by
posted 02/18/2013 Try Hockey For Free was a HUGE success. Over 80 potential Colonials came out and enjoyed the opportunity to skat with coaches as well as Current Colonial Players and Alumni. Thank you to Franz Warren, Chris Gardner, Nick Wirth and Gary Lane for thier help checking people in. Thank you to Coaches Bill Garvey, Steve Ralston, Bob Windas, John Oldham, Dave Christian and Dean Berardo for helping to coordinate the on-ice product. Current Players that help assist on the ice and getting players dressed Ryan Oldham, Adian Garvey, Peter Wirth, Tyler Christian, Nate Ralston, Alex Wirth, Alex Fernandes, Andrew Gardner, Shjon Whitehead, Aaron Dibble, Nate Sanchez, Andrew Almedia, Joseph Lane, Conor Hartman, Andrew Deihl, Conor Warren and Justin Warren. Finally Western Alumni and current High School Players Luiz Dibble, Steven Almedia, Joey Britton, Brendan Bray and Jordan Warren. Please forgive me if I didn't get your name here LMK and I will add.
Back to top | Reminder Helmet & Glove Guidelines by
posted 03/24/2011 Before the 2010-11 season the Jr. Colonials adopted the following Helmet & Glove guidelines
All Western Players are to wear Navy Blue Helmets
All Western Players are to wear Navy Blue or Black gloves
***We are requesting that as you replace old equipment you follow these guidelines we aren't asking you to purchase and replace equipment that is in use currently just as growth requires replacement.
Thank you for your understanding,
The WCYHA Board
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