Post by Jamestown Jets Jr Hockey on May 4, 2008 18:45:34 GMT -5
Parents and Players,
First let me introduce myself my name is Dennis Canfield Director of Hockey Operations and Head Coach of the Jamestown Jets. We will begin play this fall in the newly formed UJHL a tier III type Jr A league. For those wondering we will be applying for sanctioning this June in Colorado with USA and have an elected official to represent our league and regardless we will have insurance for all players.
My goal here is to inform parents through the proper channels about our team and league. I welcome everyone interested in learning more about the Jets to contact me directly if any questions should arise good or bad.
In starting something new there will always be negativity and if you cannot understand that then you are in the wrong field. We fully understand that this is the case and regardless we are committed to being here long term and building a first class organization and it starts right now. The city of Jamestown is very excited to bring junior hockey to the southern tier and so are we and we chose to promote hockey not negatively hurt it. The Jamestown Savings Bank Arena is one of the best Arenas in the region and has a wonderful staff committed to making this a community asset. Our goal is to promote our players, our program, and the city of Jamestown.
Jamestown is a great place for hockey our facility is gorgeous and seats 2,400 fans for hockey and the arena has just approved and been awarded money for an expansion project. Additionally our team has an office on the main level, workout room and a locker room complete with stalls and storage area. We've brought on a full time equipment manager and we are in the process of hiring an announcer as all of our games will be broadcast via the web for fans and parents.
The UJHL was formed by Barry Soskin and other owners who are bringing in teams from other leagues or starting expansion teams. Barry and I own Jamestown below is an article which explains who Barry is.
www.albertleatribune.com/articles/2008/03/25/news/news3.txt As of April 30th the Albert Lea Thunder was announced which my partner owns and will begin play this fall in the NAHL. I am working currently for the team as a scout as they prepare for the May 20th draft.
Back to the Jets we will be hosting our first open camp on may 16-18th and we are seeking players 16-20. for those parents who are wondering about housing we are currently setting up billet families which we will pre screen prior to the season. Our team is committed to community involvement and all of our players will be assigned to a youth program to attend time permitting. Additionally we will provide every player an in house tutor service at the arena which will be available following practice for players studies. We provide hotels and meals on the road and we will travel in track suits for uniformity. On off weekends we will be organizing college visits for players to begin the recruiting process. I've already spoken with several colleges about this including Fredonia State and several Buffalo colleges. Additionally we have spoken with the Jamestown High School principle who supports us and is willing to personally speak with any parents regarding the school district.
I've known Mr. Soskin for many years having played for him with the Toledo Storm. He formed the Toledo Storm and they never missed the playoffs in his tenure, won 5 division titles, 2 regular season titles, and the Kelly Cup Championship twice. The Toledo Storm once featured a female goaltender, Erin Whitten, who on March 7, 1996 became the first woman ever to appear in a professional hockey game in a position other than goaltender; she played at forward for 18 seconds in a game against the Madison Monsters. She was also the first U.S.-born woman to play professional hockey when she appeared for the East Coast Hockey League's Toledo Storm, and on October 30, 1993, became the first woman goaltender to record a professional victory.
I am excited about the upcoming season and the opportunity to develope players and feel we offer a great channel towards the next step. I look forward to hearing from you all.
For more information on the Jets please visit our website www.JamestownJets.com email me direct @ dcanfield@jamestownjets.com or call the Jets hockey office @ 716-484-2624 ext 217
Jets Open Camp May 16-18th @ JSBIA cost is $150
First let me introduce myself my name is Dennis Canfield Director of Hockey Operations and Head Coach of the Jamestown Jets. We will begin play this fall in the newly formed UJHL a tier III type Jr A league. For those wondering we will be applying for sanctioning this June in Colorado with USA and have an elected official to represent our league and regardless we will have insurance for all players.
My goal here is to inform parents through the proper channels about our team and league. I welcome everyone interested in learning more about the Jets to contact me directly if any questions should arise good or bad.
In starting something new there will always be negativity and if you cannot understand that then you are in the wrong field. We fully understand that this is the case and regardless we are committed to being here long term and building a first class organization and it starts right now. The city of Jamestown is very excited to bring junior hockey to the southern tier and so are we and we chose to promote hockey not negatively hurt it. The Jamestown Savings Bank Arena is one of the best Arenas in the region and has a wonderful staff committed to making this a community asset. Our goal is to promote our players, our program, and the city of Jamestown.
Jamestown is a great place for hockey our facility is gorgeous and seats 2,400 fans for hockey and the arena has just approved and been awarded money for an expansion project. Additionally our team has an office on the main level, workout room and a locker room complete with stalls and storage area. We've brought on a full time equipment manager and we are in the process of hiring an announcer as all of our games will be broadcast via the web for fans and parents.
The UJHL was formed by Barry Soskin and other owners who are bringing in teams from other leagues or starting expansion teams. Barry and I own Jamestown below is an article which explains who Barry is.
www.albertleatribune.com/articles/2008/03/25/news/news3.txt As of April 30th the Albert Lea Thunder was announced which my partner owns and will begin play this fall in the NAHL. I am working currently for the team as a scout as they prepare for the May 20th draft.
Back to the Jets we will be hosting our first open camp on may 16-18th and we are seeking players 16-20. for those parents who are wondering about housing we are currently setting up billet families which we will pre screen prior to the season. Our team is committed to community involvement and all of our players will be assigned to a youth program to attend time permitting. Additionally we will provide every player an in house tutor service at the arena which will be available following practice for players studies. We provide hotels and meals on the road and we will travel in track suits for uniformity. On off weekends we will be organizing college visits for players to begin the recruiting process. I've already spoken with several colleges about this including Fredonia State and several Buffalo colleges. Additionally we have spoken with the Jamestown High School principle who supports us and is willing to personally speak with any parents regarding the school district.
I've known Mr. Soskin for many years having played for him with the Toledo Storm. He formed the Toledo Storm and they never missed the playoffs in his tenure, won 5 division titles, 2 regular season titles, and the Kelly Cup Championship twice. The Toledo Storm once featured a female goaltender, Erin Whitten, who on March 7, 1996 became the first woman ever to appear in a professional hockey game in a position other than goaltender; she played at forward for 18 seconds in a game against the Madison Monsters. She was also the first U.S.-born woman to play professional hockey when she appeared for the East Coast Hockey League's Toledo Storm, and on October 30, 1993, became the first woman goaltender to record a professional victory.
I am excited about the upcoming season and the opportunity to develope players and feel we offer a great channel towards the next step. I look forward to hearing from you all.
For more information on the Jets please visit our website www.JamestownJets.com email me direct @ dcanfield@jamestownjets.com or call the Jets hockey office @ 716-484-2624 ext 217
Jets Open Camp May 16-18th @ JSBIA cost is $150
