WEST MICHIGAN ICE DOGS
The official website of the West Michigan Ice Dogs Youth Hockey Program
FALL HOCKEY IS BACK.
IMPORTANT DATES
November 27th, 2025
Thanksgiving - NO PRACTICE
Picture Day.
The talented Laura Veldhof will once again be taking team pictures. Order forms will be dropped off at the rink and given to team managers prior to picture day. Pay with cash, check, or Venmo.
December 2nd, 2025
10U (B) and 10U (A)
Be Dressed & Ready by 5 PM
12U (B) and 12U (A)
Be Dressed & Ready by 6 PM
December 3rd, 2025
8U (B) and 8U (A)
Be Dressed & Ready by 5 PM
December 9th, 2025
Rico Phillips visit for players and coaches- Hockey is For Everyone
12U (Pee-wee) 6pm-6:45pm
10U (Squirt) 7:15-8pm
December 24,25,31st, 2025 & January 1st, 2026.
Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve & New Years Day
NO - PRACTICE
December 22nd - January 2nd, 2026
Check with Team Manager for information about practices
during the holiday break.
Power Skate
Power skate is covered in your ice fees for 10U and up. It is optional but encouraged.
Power Skate will be held on Wednesdays from 7-7:50pm on the following dates:
November 19
December 3
January 7, 14, 28
February 4, 11, 25
Holland Hockey Association/West Michigan Ice Dogs has decided to remain a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. If you have an interest in serving as a board member or volunteering with the organization, please reach out to Cam Henke.
We intend to have the WMID office open during all practices. Stop in and say Hi!
NEW Jerseys!
This season, we're giving our jerseys a stylish upgrade! Players will receive two high-quality jerseys with a sleek design that pays homage to classic, old-school hockey sweaters. Additionally, we're moving away from red. Each player will receive one black and one white jersey and two pairs of socks.
Players are welcome to wear their jerseys as long as they can, and as long as these jerseys remain our official design, they can be passed down to younger siblings! Jersey payments should be made upon pick up. You will be notified when jerseys arrive. Cash/check/money order accepted. The expected total is $252 + tax.
Equipment
WMID has a large collection of player equipment that is available for use by WMID players on an as needed basis. Last year, volunteers spent countless hours organizing our gear. There will likely be someone in the office to help you, but if not, we kindly ask that if a player borrows an item, you make sure it gets back into the appropriate bin. Thank you in advance!
Rink Etiquette
The rink is our home away from home. Pucks and balls are not allowed in the areas outside of the actual ice rinks. Waste should be placed in the proper receptacles. Sticks should remain below the waist. If you would like to change a television channel, please see a rink employee. Please remind players to respect these rules.
WMID TEAM STORES
On Your Game - limited time
Ice Dogs Store
Squad Locker - open all year
https://tinyurl.com/2azn863t
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
We have a lot of open positions that need to be filled. If you want to help, but not sure. Stop by we intend to have the WMID office open during all practices and we can answer any questions you may have. Please review the list below and see where you can help.
ALUMNI CORNER
This month we are highlighting former Ice Dog Ryder Vargas! Ryder played for the Ice Dogs from 2016-2021. After Ryder's 14U (Bantam) AA season, he played 15U through 18U AAA with Fox Motors. He signed a tender agreement as a defenseman with the Fairbanks Ice Dogs in the North American Hockey League (NAHL) for the 2025-2026 season. Ryder is from Grand Haven and attended Grand Haven High School.
COMMUNICATION
We intend to have the WMID office open during all practices. Stop in and say Hi!
Team Communication
Our team communication software is TeamSnap. Official schedules, team rosters, and updates will be through TeamSnap. Your Team Manager may also use Game Changer or another app to schedule and record games and for general communication. Organizational communication will be passed down to
families through your team manager.
MANDATORY PARENT MEETINGS WILL BE HELD IN SEPTEMBER. YOUR COACH & TEAM MANAGER WILL SET THE DAY & TIME. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL.
TREASURER'S CORNER
FUNDRAISING
If your player earned money during the Vertical Raise Fundraiser, 70% of their earnings will be applied to your December ice bill.
New to Hockey, We got you.
Not sure were to start, click below and their's a helpful guide to get you geared up and ready to play.
Try Hockey for Free!
Coming Soon.
Registration Information
Not Scheduled Yet
Try Hockey For Free Volunteers
On-ice and off-ice volunteers are needed for THFF. Off-ice volunteers may help with check-in, helping kids with player gear, snack table, and answering general questions. On-ice volunteers will help with basic hockey and skating instruction. Helmet and gloves required for on-ice volunteers. Email ashleydstep@gmail.com for
more information.
Little Wings
Sept 27th - Nov 15th
Registration Information
Little Wings starts
7 week session
Saturdays 11am-noon
$230/player; includes all equipment
Check Griff’s West website for registration info
SOCIAL MEDIA
Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for important information, events, and team highlights! If you would like to share pics of your kiddos on the ice, please send them to jenniferalp11@gmail.com.
