WEST MICHIGAN ICE DOGS
The official website of the West Michigan Ice Dogs Youth Hockey Program
FALL HOCKEY IS BACK.
IMPORTANT DATES
WEST MICHIGAN ICE DOGS GOLF OUTING
Steg Summer Camps
June 22nd - 25th, 2026
Stegs Stickhandling Camp
ALL AGES
11 AM - 1 PM
$300
August 3rd - 6th, 2026
Stegs Stickhandling and Skating Youth Camp
ALL AGES
9 AM - 2 PM
$400
June 2,4,16,18,30
July 2,7,9,14,16,21,23
August 11,13,18,20
Personal Lessons with Coach Steger
8U, 10U, and 12U
9 AM - 10 AM
14U and High School
10 AM - 11 AM
Contact Jordan Steger for more information
jordansteger24@gmail.com
Fall Travel Try Outs Sign-Ups
West Michigan Ice Dogs 2014 Pee Wee AA
Fall Tryouts
May 19th & 21st
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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.
Golf Outing
The WMID Board is bringing back the annual golf outing. A lot of volunteers are needed to pull this off. If you are interested in helping, please reach out to Cam Henke via email at
henkec1295@gmail.com.
Social Media and/or Marketing Coordinator
The WMID Board is looking for a volunteer to help coordinate our social media pages across the organization. We also need help looking for sponsors and developing sponsorship tiers across the organization. Reach out via email to either
Cam Henke at henkec1295@gmail.com
or
Jenn Abplanalp at jenniferalp11@gmail.com
if you are interested.
ALUMNI CORNER
This month, we are featuring former Ice Dog, Cooper Nienhuis! Cooper embarked on his hockey journey with the Ice Dogs as a Mite in 2010 and continued to develop his skills through split-season Midget.
In 2020, he transitioned to varsity hockey at West Ottawa High School, where he achieved All Conference and All State accolades. In recognition of his outstanding performance, Cooper was named the team's MVP during his Senior year and was honored as the Holland Sentinel Player of the Year. He currently competes at the ACHA Division 1 level for the Aquinas Saints.
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.
SEE YOU ALL NEXT SEASON
Registration Information
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
SEE YOU ALL NEXT SEASON
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.
