Hello Parents of the U18 Local League Team!
This letter contains important information to kick off the West Lorne Comets 2022-2023 season. West Lorne Minor Hockey Association (WLMHA) is very excited to welcome you all to the new season!
IMPORTANT: If you would like an additional email contact added to our communication list, please let me know. This list will be used for all communications from WLMHA and will be shared with the team coaching staff. It will also be used for our NEW Sportzhead App [more info below].
Season Start Dates & Regular Weekly Times
The first practice will be Sunday September 25 at 3:30 - 4:50PM at the West Lorne Arena. Weekly practices/home games will be Sundays at 3:30 - 4:50PM and practices on Thursdays from 9PM – 9:50PM. The first Thursday practice is September 29th.
Any upcoming games will be scheduled as the season progresses. Team calendars online will be updated on an on-going basis. Communication will come directly from the coaches.
Coach of the U18 Local League
The head coach for the U18 Local League has not yet been determined, as there are a number of coaches interested depending on if their child ends up on the Rep team. If you have any questions, please reach out to the Director of Coaching, Rob Tait at [email protected]
First Practice
For your first practice, please ensure your child has all their equipment. Jerseys and socks are provided by WLMHA as they become available. Please bring an old jersey or practice jersey for the 1st week or so. Here is a link to the OMHA equipment list: https://www.omha.net/page/show/2796144-equipment
Used equipment can be purchased at Herms Sport Exchange in London.
When you come into the arena, check the dressing room board to your right. Dressing rooms will be specified on the white board to the right inside the arena. You should arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled ice time. Some parents dress their children at home with everything except their skates and helmet, to make it a quicker time in the dressing room.
Respect in Sport - Parent Course
One parent of each NEW registrant must complete the Hockey Canada Respect in Sport Course. Please ensure at least one (1) parent has completed this course prior to September 24. https://westlornecomets.com/Pages/2184/Respect_In_Sport/
Payment
Please ensure all your registration payments are up to date so you are ready to play.
Fundraising
Later in the year, you will receive a booklet for raffle tickets as part of your fundraising fee. More info to come.
Volunteer Hours
Each player is required to have a parent complete their volunteer hours in order to get the $150 volunteer fee reimbursed. Please monitor the website for upcoming volunteer opportunities. https://westlornecomets.com/Pages/2212/Volunteer_Requirements/
Website & Social Media
Please be sure to follow us on Facebook @westlornecometshockey and browse our website on an ongoing basis. The website is a great resource for all information about WLMHA and the upcoming season.
SportsHeadz App - Mobile Team Management
SportsHeadz App is an app managed by WLMHA website interface. It is a team management app that allows coaches to communicate via a chat function with players/parents, allows schedules and team activities to be set up, and allows players to respond to their availability for practices and games.
All players will be added to the app with their email. You will be added via the email you used when you registered yourself/child. If you would like a second player/guardian added for your child, please let us know.
In the coming days, you will receive an invitation to download the app and you will be added to a team. Please see the attached “How to” guide to learn about the app. 
How_To_-_Sportsheadz_App_for_Parents
Subscribe to Your Team’s Calendar
Team Calendars and all Team News is available on westlornecomets.com under “Team Finder” and select your team name.
If you use your electronic calender on your Apple/Android device, make sure you subscribe to your team calendar. The calendar updates continuously, so if a game or practice is scheduled/canceled, this will show up in your electronic mobile device calendar.
Visit: https://westlornecomets.com/Teams/1248/Webcal/ for instructions on how to Subscribe directly to the Team’s calendar.
Questions about the Upcoming Season
If you have any questions, please reach out to the Registrar or your coach. Throughout the season, any concerns can be sent directly to the WLMHA Board.
On behalf of the West Lorne Minor Hockey Association, thank you all for joining the West Lorne Comets hockey family! Let’s get a great season going. GO COMETS GO!!!
Jessica Small