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Guelph Ringette Association - Most Frequently Asked Question
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New to ringette or to the Guelph Ringette Association? Here are answers to some of our most frequently asked questions:
Q What is Ringette?
A For an overview of the sport of Ringette and the rules please Click Here.
Q What equipment is required to play ringette?
A The equipment is almost exactly the same as hockey. The only major differences are that instead of playing with a hockey stick you use a ringette stick which is similar to a cutoff hockey stick. The other is you must use a face mask specifically designed for ringette. Ringette sticks and face masks are available for sale at Play it Again Sports. A checklist of required equipment is found at Click Here.
Q My child is not a strong skater. Perhaps he/she is not ready to play ringette?
A The Number One rule in ringette is to have fun. Players of all skating levels are encouraged to join the sport of ringette, especially at the Bunny or Novice levels as these are specifically designed as developmental levels of which skating instruction as well as learning the game of ringette is a major component.
Q I am not sure if my child will like playing Ringette?
A We offer free skating sessions in early September in order that they may try the sport before registering. For these free skates you only require skates, a helmet and a stick. Ringette sticks are provided if you do not have one. Cut-off hockey sticks could also be used. These dates are posted on our home page.
Q This is a sport only for girls?
A No. This sport is open for boys and girls to play. The only restriction is that boys can not compete at the provincial (rep) level. They are only allowed to play at the house league level.
Q How do I sign up my child to play?
A You can click on the link to our Registration page under the Menu on the left hand side of our web site. Here you will find all details about the costs/level your child will play as well as a registration form. There are also contacts if you have any other question pertaining to registering. We will also have a registration table set up at our Bunny, Novice & Petite Free Skates.
Q My child is too old to start to play?
A You are never too old to start playing ringette. It is a game for all ages. In addition to our youth program, we also offer Open play for individuals age 19 and older.
Q How long is the ringette season?
A Free skates, Tryouts and Evaluations usually take place in September with the season running from October to the end of March.
Q Is there a lot of traveling?
A At the provincial/rep level the traveling can be quite extensive. However at the house league level we compete in the North Waterloo Ringette League which includes teams from Cambridge, Waterloo, Kitchener, Elora Fergus and the surrounding area. The season usually consists of a 50/50 split of home and away games. Each team usually has a minimum of one tournament outside of Guelph but this is decided on a team by team basis amongst the team members and parents. All GRA teams are also invited to play in the Annual GRA Tournament. This years tournament will be held from January 27-29, 2006.
Q What is the time commitment?
A This is based on the level your child plays. Our house league teams normally would have one practice and one game per week depending on the ice schedule and other league schedules. In addition, powerskating sessions are also offered throughout the year.
Q When are practices and games?
A- Practices and home games could take place Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday evenings and on Saturday mornings or afternoon depending on the ice schedule. There is not necessarily a specific regular time slot for practices or games. Away games will be played according to available ice time of neighboring associations, but is generally on weekends and occasionally weeknight. Also tournaments take place on weekends of which most teams competing in a minimum of two per season.
Q Can I get involved with in the sport with my child?
A Most definitely. The Guelph Ringette Association is always looking for coaches and team managers, as well as volunteers for executive positions/committees and for our tournament organizing committee.
Q How much will this cost over the Year?
A There is basic registration fee for all players that vary depending on the players age. In most cases, the cost for participating in tournaments is extra. This extra cost is for travel and accommodation if participating in out-of-town events. Again, these extra costs vary from one team to the next, but generally for house-league tournaments, this extra cost is usually less than $200 for the year. Funding for registration at two tournaments is covered by the GRA for each team per year.
For any questions you may have that have not been answered here please ask by e-mailing contactus@guelphringette.ca.
Hope to see you at the Rink!!
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