Mankato Area Hockey Association

The Mankato Area Hockey Association is committed to providing the youth of the greater Mankato area an opportunity to play competitive hockey. MAHA provides developmental and accelerated avenues for players to advance based on his/her skill set and available resources.  Read More...

So the Winter season of hockey is over.....and many of  you might be asking yourself, "now what"? With the closing of the Winter season comes an open door of options for the off season, many of which can get pretty confusing. As a result, I have taken some time to break down the various programs that are available right here in town over the off season, as well as some training techniques you can take advantage off on your own...free of charge. Though there are many options available out of town in the Summer (AAA, Elite leagues, MASH, etc), we have some pretty quality programs run right here in town that you may want to take a look at ....especially as gas prices climb over $3. If you have any questions regarding what you see in this link below, don't hesitate to send me an email at davvy@charter.net and I will do my best to help you out. Have a great off season, and we will see you at the rink!

Dan Devenport, Operation's Manager

Based on the success of our Wednesday night Mite open hockey sessions, we have decided to continue the pilot program thru the Summer to gage the results. As a result, we will be providing additional, FREE, open hockey sessions for all players who will be mites and/or mini mites NEXT SEASON. As with the Wednesday night sessions during the year, we will ask for parent coaches to attend and monitor the on ice activity. This will be strickly "open" hockey, with very little structure. A chance for kids to continue to get comfortable with the game and enjoy themselves on those hot Summer days. No need to sign up...simply bring your child if/when you like and enjoy some additional skating opportunities! The schedule is as follows (please note the different time the first day):

June 15        12:00-1:00                                July 20        1:00-2:00

June 22        1:00-2:00                                  July 27         1:00-2:00

June 29        1:00-2:00                                  Aug. 3           1:00-2:00

July 6             NO HOCKEY                          Aug. 10          1:00-2:00

July 13          1:00-2:00                                 Aug. 17          1:00-2:00

                                                                         Aug. 31           1:00-2:00

Those who may have their own goalie equipment, and want to wear it to the sessions, are encouraged to do so. Please, if you are not a certified MAHA coach, DO NOT get on the ice with the kids. There are too many liability and insurance risks. Thanks for your understanding.

At a recent Board of Directors meeting it was voted into effect that our Operation's Manager, Dan Devenport, will take a much more active role in soliciting and maintaining our sponsorship program. Dan will be working with current Sponsorship Coordinator, Darren Bruns, to ensure we are finding as many means as possible to off set the costs of the program. We are currently finalizing a sponsorship program, packet, and action plan and are looking forward to increasing our number of sponsors from here forward. If you know of any potential sponsors we have not yet visited with, or perahps you would simply like to help with the sponsorship program, please contact Dan at davvy@charter.net .

MAHA assistant coach, Pat Lenton (Bantam C) was drafted in the recent Major League Baseball draft. Pat was taken by the Atlanta Braves in the 32nd round, and is currently playing with the Moondogs in the Northern League.

Congratulations Pat!

Mankato has been awarded the 2008-2009 Peewee A South Regional tournament. These tournaments showcase some fantastic hockey and allow Mankato to give all involved a good hockey experience. We are excited to be putting on the Peewee A South Regional tournament next season!

Are you considering officiating games next season? Or perhaps you are simply in need of additional training. The dates for this upcoming season's officials clinics have been set. Please contact Ryan Swafford at rss10@hotmail.com if you have any additional questions.

Sep. 20  Albert Lea City Arena  8:30am - 4pm Levels 1,2 & 3
Sep. 21  St. James Country Club 10am - 2pm  Advanced Level 3
Sep. 27  New Ulm Civic Center  8:30am - 4pm Levels 1,2 & 3
Oct. 12  All Seasons Arena, Mankato 8:30am - 4pm Levels 1 & 2
Oct. 12  All Seasons Arena, Mankato 5pm - 9pm Advanced Level 3