Business Details
Your Premier Youth Hockey Development Partner in Medfield
Medfield Youth Hockey has been dedicated to fostering ice hockey development in Medfield for over five decades. Our mission focuses on cultivating sportsmanship, physical fitness, and social growth through structured programs for players of all skill levels. We offer co-ed travel teams, girls' hockey initiatives, and introductory Learn to Skate/Learn to Play sessions designed for beginners. With partnerships like USA Hockey and Valley League, we maintain high standards for coaching and player development. Our community-driven approach includes annual fundraising campaigns supported by local businesses and families, ensuring accessibility to quality ice time and equipment.Through structured leagues like Mites, Squirts, and PeeWees, we emphasize skill-building, teamwork, and fair play. Our board of directors oversees operations ranging from ice scheduling to equipment management, maintaining transparency in all administrative functions. Regular communication channels keep parents informed about rink addresses, practice schedules, and important policy updates. As a volunteer-led organization, we rely on parental involvement to sustain our programs and maintain competitive registration fees. Our commitment to youth development extends beyond the rink, promoting lifelong values through the sport of hockey.
Services
Learn to Skate
Learn to Play Hockey
Travel Hockey Teams
Girls Hockey Clinics
Equipment Rental
Ice Time Scheduling
Coaching Certification
Fundraising Programs
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of youth hockey development experience
- USA Hockey registered coaching staff with Valley League affiliation
- Structured progression from Learn to Skate to competitive travel teams
- Specialized girls' hockey programs and Stick Together clinics
- Community-funded initiatives to offset program costs
Services
Learn to Skate
Our Learn to Skate program introduces children to fundamental ice skating skills in a supportive environment. Participants develop balance, forward/backward motion, stopping techniques, and directional changes through structured drills. This foundational program prepares skaters for hockey-specific training while building confidence on the ice.
Learn to Play Hockey
This entry-level hockey program teaches stickhandling, passing, shooting, and teamwork fundamentals. Players learn positional awareness and game strategies through engaging drills and scrimmages. The 10-week session includes equipment familiarization and basic rules education to prepare for organized league play.
Travel Hockey Teams
Our competitive travel programs field teams across multiple age divisions from Mites to PeeWees. Teams compete in regional Valley League tournaments while following structured practice schedules. The program emphasizes skill progression, strategic gameplay, and sportsmanship development through experienced coaching staff.
Girls Hockey Clinics
Specialized clinics and league teams focus on girls' hockey development through the Stick Together initiative. Programs include age-specific skill development, team-building exercises, and competitive opportunities tailored to female players. The curriculum addresses unique development needs while promoting confidence and technical proficiency.
Equipment Rental
We provide essential hockey equipment rentals for new participants through our equipment management program. The service includes properly fitted skates, helmets, pads, and sticks to reduce initial participation costs. Equipment is maintained to safety standards and available through our dedicated equipment director.
People
Tim Coates
President
Tim Coates leads MYH as President with extensive hockey leadership experience. He oversees skills development, goaltender training, and ice scheduling while maintaining organizational standards. His dual role as Skills Director ensures technical excellence in player development programs.
Brad Ship
Vice President
Brad Ship serves as Vice President and Registrar while managing equipment operations. With experience in coaching and player development, he ensures proper equipment distribution and maintains registration systems. His organizational role supports seamless program administration across all age divisions.
Nate Razza
Treasurer
Nate Razza manages MYH's financial operations as Treasurer. He oversees budget planning, fundraising campaign allocations, and tuition payment processing. His financial stewardship helps maintain affordable program costs while ensuring fiscal responsibility for the organization's long-term sustainability.
Brian Dlugasch
Secretary
Brian Dlugasch maintains organizational records as Secretary while assisting with coaching requirements. He ensures documentation compliance and supports coach certification processes. His administrative oversight contributes to maintaining professional standards across all hockey operations.
Ashley Moore
Communications Director
Ashley Moore manages MYH's outreach as Communications Director. She coordinates social media updates, program announcements, and parent communications. Her role ensures timely information flow about schedules, registration deadlines, and organizational news to the hockey community.
Questions
What age groups does Medfield Youth Hockey serve?
We offer programs for children starting at age 4 through 12th grade, including Mites (ages 6-8), Squirts (ages 9-10), PeeWees (ages 11-12), and high school divisions.
When does the fall hockey season start?
Our fall session begins October 18th with Learn to Skate/Play programs and runs through December 20th at Norfolk Ice Arena.
How do I register for hockey programs?
Registration is available through our website under the 'Registration' tab. Travel Hockey, House League, and Learn to Play options are all accessible online.
What equipment is needed for beginners?
We provide essential equipment rentals for new players. Basic requirements include skates, helmet, pads, gloves, and hockey stick, all available through our equipment program.
Where are games and practices held?
Our primary facilities include Norfolk Ice Arena and Walpole Rink. Specific locations and schedules are posted on our Rink Addresses page and updated regularly.
How can families get involved in fundraising?
We offer multiple donation opportunities through our annual fundraising campaign. Families can contribute directly or participate in our 'Give Back to Your Roots' program with local business partnerships.
