House Hockey
Our house hockey program gives players an opportunity to develop in a competitive environment by creating a challenging, fun, athletic team atmosphere that provides lasting benefits for each player. Our 8U program is run in-house at The Lou and Gib Ice Arena, 10U competes in the Columbus Blue Jacket Hockey League (CBJHL), and our 12U & 14U teams play in the Buckeye Travel Hockey League (BTHL).
Ages
Appropriate players at least 2017 birth year or older who have completed at least one year of Learn-to-Play.
Bantam - 14U
- 2011
- 2012
Peewee - 12U
- 2013
- 2014
Squirt - 10U
- 2015
- 2016
Mite - 8U
- 2017
- 2018
For younger players please contact us for information about the Mini Mite Hockey Academy.
When
The season begins with practices in September and runs until the Newark Invitational in March.
Coaching
Interested in coaching? Please click below to get started!
Our home
Practices and home games are held at the Lou & Gib Reese Ice Arena.
Practices
Teams will practice three times per week. One Practice will include 30 minutes of skating fundamentals with certified skating coaches. Thursday nights will now be age specific fundamental sessions. Each slot will be broken up by age group (e.g. all 10u house & travel) with a concentration on technique and teaching the correct aspects of the game.
Games
League play will usually fall on Saturday or Sunday. Tournament play may occasionally involve a Friday or Monday.
Jerseys
Jerseys and socks will need to be ordered at through the NIHA Registrar. Players will be responsible for purchasing the required jerseys and socks, the cost is not included in NIHA fees.
registration fees
Registration fees are as follows, please note, the registration fee does not include additional games, tournament play, uniforms, or travel expenses etc.:
- Bantam: $1,490
- Pee Wee: $1,525
- Squirt: $965
- Mite: $920
Extra Costs
Registration fees do NOT include jerseys, equipment, additional games, tournament play, or travel-related expenses such as gas, food, lodging, etc.
EQUIPMENT
Players should wear full protective gear in order to play safely and enjoy the sport. Equipment includes the following: stick • skates • shin pads • neck guard • hockey pants • hockey gloves • protective cup • elbow pads • shoulder pads • helmet with mask.
If you need assistance with any equipment NIHA offers a gear shed please see a board member and they will assist you.
2025-2026
Registration is currently open for NIHA Members; General registration will open on June 25.
Please email info@newarkhockey.com for more information or registration assistance.
Registration for 2025/26 NIHA House Hockey
Pricing Varies Upon Age Level
You will need a valid 2025/26 USA Hockey Number in order to register.
On the following pages you will be able to complete the registration process. You will provide contact information, sign consents and submit payment.
Link to Handbook : Documents
*Documents are now e-filed but please review them at the above link.
Please read through each page carefully to ensure that all information is provided accurately.
To complete registration through our secure site, you will be required to pay a deposit.
Fees may be split into five equal payments or can be paid in-full. ( Deposit due at time of registration and then monthly on the 14th August- December )
* Scholarship details will be coming out soon.
First time playing hockey as a Mite or Squirt? Please email Registrar@newarkhockey.com for a "first-timer" discount code.