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Lakeland Hockey Association

Our Hockey Association is committed to providing players and families with an outstanding hockey experience in a fun, supportive, and competitive environment. From Learn to Play and house hockey to travel teams and championship competition, we offer opportunities for athletes of all ages and skill levels to develop their abilities, build lasting friendships, and enjoy everything the game has to offer. Whether you're stepping onto the ice for the first time or pursuing your next championship, you'll find a place to belong here.

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3+

Learn To Skate

Our Learn to Skate program is the perfect place to begin! No previous skating experience is required. Following the nationally recognized Learn to Skate USA curriculum, skaters develop fundamental skating skills in a fun, encouraging environment while preparing for future figure skating or hockey opportunities.

Thursdays

Snowplow Sam(1-3) Ages 3+ 5:20-5:50PM

Remaining Levels 5:50-6:50PM

Saturdays

Snowplow Sam(1-3) Ages 3+ 9:20-9:50AM

Remaining Levels 9:50-10:50AM

Session 1 -

September 12th - October 24th

Thu, 5:50PM - 6:50PM

Sat, 9:50AM - 10:50AM

Session 2 - 

October 29th - December 19th

Thu, 5:50PM - 6:50PM*

Sat, 9:50AM - 10:50AM

*NO CLASS November 26th

Session 3 -

January 7th - February 20th

Thu, 5:50PM - 6:50PM

Sat, 9:50AM - 10:50AM*

*Feb 6th class moved to Feb 7th

Session 4 - 

April 8th - May 22nd

Thu, 5:50PM - 6:50PM

Sat, 9:50AM - 10:50AM

Session 5 -

May 27th - July 8th

Thu, 5:50PM - 6:50PM

NO CLASS 07/1

Session 6 -

July 15th - August 19th

Thu, 5:50PM - 6:50PM

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5-12

Learn To Play

Designed for new hockey players, this program introduces the essential skills needed to play the game. While completion of Learn to Skate is strongly recommended, players will continue developing their skating while learning passing, shooting, stickhandling, and basic game concepts in a fun, age-appropriate setting.

Tuesdays

5:20-6:20PM

Saturdays

9:40-10:40AM​

Session 1 -

September 8th - October 31st

Tues, 5:20PM - 6:20PM

Sat, 9:40AM - 10:40AM* 

*Oct 17th class moved to Oct 18th

Session 2 - 

November 3rd - December 19th

Tues, 5:20PM - 6:20PM

Sat, 9:40AM - 10:40AM

*NO CLASS November 26th

Session 3 -

January 5th - February 27th

Tues, 5:20PM - 6:20PM

Sat, 9:40AM - 10:40AM*

*Feb 6th class moved to Feb 7th

Session 4 - 

March 2nd - May 1st

Tues, 5:20PM - 6:20PM*

*NO CLASS March 30th

Sat, 9:40AM - 10:40AM

Spring  - 

May 4th - June 22nd

Tues, 5:20PM - 6:20PM

Equipment Needed  - 

  • Hockey helmet with cage

  • Hockey gloves

  • Hockey pants with protective cup

  • Shin pads

  • Shoulder pads

  • Elbow pads

  • Hockey socks (with garter)

  • Neck gaurd

  • Skates

  • Stick

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5-8

ADM USA House Hockey 

Tuesdays & Sundays

6U & 8U

Our ADM (American Development Model) House Hockey program provides young athletes with the ideal foundation for hockey development. Players typically skate one to two times each week over a 24-week season, participating in cross-ice games while focusing on hockey's ABCs- Agility, Balance, and Coordination- in a fun, fast-paced environment.

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9-12

Lakeland House Hockey

Fridays & Sundays 

10U & 12U

Lakeland House Hockey is a great option for players looking to continue developing their skills in a fun, team-focused environment. Players skate twice each week during a 24-week season and compete in the LCAHL House League with an 18–24 game schedule and multiple tournaments throughout the season.

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6-8 

Hawks Mite Travel

For players ready to take the next step in competitive hockey, Lakeland Hawks Mite offers AAU full-ice travel hockey with three ice sessions each week. Teams compete in the MAYHL with an 18–24 game schedule, multiple tournaments, and a focus on player development. Tryouts are held each spring.

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9-14

Hawks Travel

Our Lakeland Hawks Travel program is designed for players seeking a higher level of competition and commitment. Teams from U9 through U14 practice three times each week and compete in the LCAHL with a 30–40 game schedule, multiple tournaments, and a strong emphasis on player development. Tryouts are held each spring.

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Specialty Opportunities 

Skills Clinic Opportunities

Looking to sharpen your skills outside of the regular season? Lakeland Arena offers a variety of hockey clinics throughout the year designed to help players develop confidence, improve their game, and have fun on the ice. Whether you're just starting out or preparing for travel hockey, our clinics provide additional opportunities for focused skill development led by experienced coaches.

 

​Including:

  • Power Skating Clinics

  • Skills & Development Clinics

  • Checking Clinics

  • 3-on-3 Leagues & Small Area Games

  • Holiday & Seasonal Clinics

  • Goalie Clinics

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Check back often and reach out below for more information! New clinics are added throughout the year, giving players opportunities to continue improving their skills during every season. 

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Player and Team Registration 

Adult League

Registration Open Now for 26-27 Fall Adult Hockey Leagues - 

Leagues begin -

  • September 10th & 13th

Including -

  • Over 30 League

  • Over 40 League

Register your team by September 7th!

Captains/Coaches:  Please follow the registration link to register our team.

 

Individual Player Registration

Don’t have a full team but still want to play? We’re now accepting individual player registrations for $320 per player!

Individual players will be placed onto teams in the order their registrations are received, based on available roster spots.

Important: Individual registration does not guarantee placement on a team. Once all available team roster spots are filled, additional individual players may not be able to be placed.

 

Registration Deadline: September 7th

 

If you’re interested in playing, we recommend registering as soon as possible to give yourself the best opportunity to be placed on a team.

 

$320 per player

First registered = first placed

Hockey coaches

Dedicated Coaches. Exceptional Development.

Our coaching team combines decades of playing and coaching experience with a passion for developing confident, competitive athletes. Having coached championship-caliber teams and worked with Olympic-level players, our staff provides high-quality instruction while fostering sportsmanship, work ethic, and a love for hockey.

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Youth Hockey Director

Jon Globke

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Goalie Director

Ryan Gregory

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Learn to Play Coordinator 

Don Schiebold

A lifelong hockey player, Coach Don began playing at age five and went on to compete in junior hockey before beginning a 48-year coaching career. His experience includes coaching players from 6U through 14U, 12 years of high school hockey, and 20 years with Lakeland Arena’s Learn to Play program.

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His coaching emphasizes hard work, practice, and steady development. He takes pride in watching players grow in skill and confidence while discovering their own love for the game. His goal is to help every player build a strong foundation and enjoy hockey for years to come.

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2016 Head Coach

Joe Chagnon

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2012 Head Coach

Andrew Florkey

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2014 Head Coach

John LaQue

6 years Lakeland Head Coach 

Level 4 Coach

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2017 Head Coach

Pat Rudy

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2013 & 2019 Head Coach

Paul Schiebold

Coach Paul grew up playing travel hockey out of Lakeland before competing in three years of varsity hockey at Milford High School and one season of Junior B hockey with the Wayne Wheels. He brings five years of coaching experience, including two years as a high school assistant coach and three years as a Tier 2 head coach, and holds USA Hockey Level 3 credentials.

 

His coaching emphasizes strong fundamentals, accountability, work ethic, and a team-first mindset. Coach Paul is passionate about developing well-rounded athletes while helping players build confidence, leadership, character, and skills that extend beyond the rink.

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2018 Head Coach

Matt Temple

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2015 Head Coach

Vadim Zelikov

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2016 Assistant Coach

Edward Bohner

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2016 Assistant Coach

Joe Engle

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2013 Assistant Coach 

Marc Machnak

Coach Marc brings 12 years of coaching experience, including five years as a high school assistant coach and seven years as a Tier 2 travel head coach. He holds USA Hockey Level 4 credentials and played travel hockey from age six, including three years at Milford High School and two seasons with the Metro Jets in the CSHL.

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His coaching centers on accountability, strong habits, and clear expectations. Coach Marc emphasizes the complete 200-foot game, developing responsible defensive play alongside an aggressive, relentless offensive approach.

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2016 Assistant Coach 

Michael Sidor

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2013 Assistant Coach 

Ryan Starr

Coach Ryan brings three years of coaching experience with the Hawks, specializing in defense, and holds USA Hockey Level 3 credentials. A lifelong hockey player, he began skating at age six and played varsity hockey at Walled Lake Central, developing his game at Lakeland Arena.

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His coaching focuses on building strong work ethic, accountability, and respect both on and off the ice. Coach Ryan works closely with each player to identify areas for growth, understand their role, and develop both their skills and appreciation for the game.

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2013 Assistant Coach 

Jason Zajac

Coach Jason brings three years of coaching experience as an assistant coach and holds USA Hockey Level 3 credentials. A lifelong hockey player, he grew up playing youth hockey in Michigan before competing at a high level in the OJHL with Leamington, Ontario.

His coaching is built around effort, accountability, and strong defensive habits. Coach Jason expects players to bring consistent intensity to every shift and drill, with an emphasis on responsible play in the defensive zone and the belief that strong defense creates offensive opportunities.

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