Shanghai Thunderbirds Minor Hockey Association (STMHA)
We have come a long way since our inception in 2010. Our Association was created and has since been developed through the determination of hockey parents to provide access for their players to the great game of hockey in Shanghai.
The Thunderbirds were originally two separate groups - a program of older players operating out of Songjiang University and then a younger group skating at a small mall rink in the Baoshang district. The two groups ultimately combined to form what is now our Association in an effort to provide a better environment for all players to learn and develop ice hockey in Shanghai. Using the Hockey Canada / USA Hockey player development model, we now have enough players for two House League teams within three separate age groups. This allows for league play within our Association improving our ability to challenge our players.
Our Association also includes three competitive Select teams which represent us in tournaments and friendly competitions throughout Asia. Select teams are given separate practice ice and follow the Hockey Canada Program of Excellence model in developing players for high level competition. All Select players are also required to play in the House League which improves the House League level of play and increases the Select players’ ice time.
The Shanghai Thunderbirds commitment to our players is to provide:
· Dedicated and certified coaching staff
· Age and skill appropriate development programs
· A fun learning environment which fosters an understanding of fair play, team building and a love of hockey
· Practice sessions twice weekly with games on alternate weekends
· Competitive opportunities with local teams and regional Asia Pacific tournaments
Our Association is operated by volunteers who give selflessly of their time to create a fun and fulfilling hockey experience. As a member of the Thunderbirds we welcome you to become involved at whatever level you feel comfortable. Your involvement is a key factor in our success and your player’s enjoyment. Additional information and registration details are located under our STMHA drop down.
We look forward to hearing from you if you are looking for an ice hockey program in Shanghai. Feel free to contact us via our general information email at stmha@hotmail.com, visit Our Youth Hockey Program for more detailed information, or visit Player's Corner for latest team results and events/photo gallery/ice rink/equipment information.
The Thunderbirds were originally two separate groups - a program of older players operating out of Songjiang University and then a younger group skating at a small mall rink in the Baoshang district. The two groups ultimately combined to form what is now our Association in an effort to provide a better environment for all players to learn and develop ice hockey in Shanghai. Using the Hockey Canada / USA Hockey player development model, we now have enough players for two House League teams within three separate age groups. This allows for league play within our Association improving our ability to challenge our players.
Our Association also includes three competitive Select teams which represent us in tournaments and friendly competitions throughout Asia. Select teams are given separate practice ice and follow the Hockey Canada Program of Excellence model in developing players for high level competition. All Select players are also required to play in the House League which improves the House League level of play and increases the Select players’ ice time.
The Shanghai Thunderbirds commitment to our players is to provide:
· Dedicated and certified coaching staff
· Age and skill appropriate development programs
· A fun learning environment which fosters an understanding of fair play, team building and a love of hockey
· Practice sessions twice weekly with games on alternate weekends
· Competitive opportunities with local teams and regional Asia Pacific tournaments
Our Association is operated by volunteers who give selflessly of their time to create a fun and fulfilling hockey experience. As a member of the Thunderbirds we welcome you to become involved at whatever level you feel comfortable. Your involvement is a key factor in our success and your player’s enjoyment. Additional information and registration details are located under our STMHA drop down.
We look forward to hearing from you if you are looking for an ice hockey program in Shanghai. Feel free to contact us via our general information email at stmha@hotmail.com, visit Our Youth Hockey Program for more detailed information, or visit Player's Corner for latest team results and events/photo gallery/ice rink/equipment information.
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