Business Details
Lakers Hockey Club
The Lakers Hockey Club was established to provide high school-aged athletes with competitive hockey opportunities through collaboration between Antioch Community High School, Lakes High School, Grayslake North High School, Grayslake Central High School, Grant Community High School, and Richmond High School. As members of the North Central Division of the Illinois High School Hockey League, we field Junior Varsity and Varsity teams that compete in over 35 games annually, including tournaments and scrimmages.Our program emphasizes skill development, sportsmanship, and community engagement while maintaining partnerships with local sponsors and businesses. The association operates from facilities including Pleasant Prairie RecPlex and Recplex, offering practice sessions, warm-up skates, and evaluation events throughout the season. Our leadership team includes experienced coaches and administrators dedicated to fostering a safe, structured environment for player development.
Services
Hockey Training Programs
Tournament Participation
Equipment Rentals
Player Development Clinics
Team Registration Services
Highlights and features
- We field teams from six established high school programs across Illinois
- Our players compete in 35+ games annually including tournaments and scrimmages
- We maintain partnerships with local sponsors and community organizations
- Our coaching staff includes experienced professionals with verified credentials
- We provide comprehensive equipment packages for new players
Associations and certifications
- USA Hockey
- Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois (AHAI)
Services
Hockey Training Programs
Structured training sessions for high school athletes include practice drills, game strategy instruction, and position-specific coaching. Our programs cater to both novice and experienced players, focusing on improving skating techniques, puck handling, and team coordination through regular on-ice sessions and evaluations.
Tournament Participation
Teams compete in regional tournaments featuring multiple games against division rivals. Our schedule includes championship events at premier facilities like Sun Prairie Ice Arena, providing players with competitive experiences against top-tier opponents while maintaining league compliance and sportsmanship standards throughout the season.
Equipment Rentals
New players receive complete equipment packages including game jerseys, practice jerseys, socks, protective gear, and hockey bags. We maintain inventory standards to ensure all participants have access to properly fitted, regulation-compliant equipment for both practice sessions and official games throughout the season.
People
Laura Tomassetti
President
Laura oversees all operations and strategic initiatives for the Lakers Hockey Club, bringing extensive experience in youth sports administration and community engagement to ensure program success and growth.
Will Dausman
Head Coach
Will leads the Varsity team with a focus on player development and competitive excellence, utilizing his expertise in hockey strategy and athlete training to prepare teams for divisional competition and tournament play.
Questions
What schools participate in the Lakers Hockey Club?
Antioch Community High School, Lakes High School, Grayslake North High School, Grayslake Central High School, Grant Community High School, and Richmond High School.
How do I register for the hockey season?
Complete our online registration process with payment via Visa, MasterCard, or Discover, and submit required documents including USA Hockey Insurance and sports physical forms.
What equipment is provided for new players?
New players receive two game jerseys, practice jerseys, socks, breezer covers, warm-ups, and a hockey bag through our equipment program.
Where are home games played?
Home games and practices occur at Pleasant Prairie RecPlex, Recplex, and other regional facilities like Crystal Ice House and Sun Prairie Ice Arena.
