Category: Schedule

2026 Preseason – October 25th Sign Ups

It’s team reveal night! Join us as we reveal your teams for the 2026-2027 season. We’ll all gather on or around the ice and then meet as teams to talk about what to expect for the coming season.

In addition, we’ll have scrimmages and a stick and puck session throughout the night.

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey for scrimmages.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. Stick and puck is open to all, regardless of if you’ve signed up for another slot. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

Rink ARink B
4:00 – 5:00 PM: L1 Scrimmage

5:10 – 6:10 PM: L4 Scrimmage

6:20 – 7:20 PM: L3 Scrimmage

7:45 – 8:30 PM: Team Reveal		5:00 – 6:00 PM: L2 Scrimmage

6:10 – 7:10 PM: L1 Scrimmage

7:10 – 7:40 PM: Stick and Puck

8:30 – 9:30 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

2026 Preseason – October 18th Sign Ups

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey for scrimmages.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

Rink ARink B
5:20 – 6:20 PM: L3 Scrimmage

6:30 – 7:30 PM: L4 Scrimmage

7:40 – 8:40 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage		5:00 – 6:00 PM: L2 Scrimmage

6:10 – 7:10 PM: L1 Scrimmage
– For new and returning players.

7:20 – 8:20 PM: L1 Scrimmage
– For new and returning players.

8:30 – 9:30 PM: Overflow Scrimmage
– Based on sign-ups, this space will either turn into another scrimmage or a stick and puck.
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

2026 Preseason – October 11th Sign Ups

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey for scrimmages.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Evaluations are required for new-to-MGHA players and returning players wanting to play up a level from last year and need a re-evaluation of skills. Contact Hockey Operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) if you cannot attend required evaluations OR if you have a unique situation or question.

Rink ARink B
4:10 – 5:10 PM: L4 Scrimmage

5:20 – 6:20 PM: New-to-Hockey Scrimmage
-Led by coaches, designed for new players learn essential hockey rules.

6:30 – 7:30 PM: New-to-Hockey Scrimmage
-Led by coaches, designed for new players learn essential hockey rules.

7:40 – 8:40 PM: L1/L2 Scrimmage		5:00 – 6:00 PM: L1/L2/L3 Skills Evaluations
-A skills evaluation is required for those who are new to the MGHA, have been away for a year, have leveled up their skills, or are hoping to move from a lower level to L2 or L3.

6:10 – 7:10 PM: L2/L3 Evaluation Scrimmage
-This session is required for those being evaluated for L2 or L3. If being evaluated for L2 or L3, please attend BOTH a skills evaluation and a scrimmage evaluation.

7:20 – 8:20 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage

8:30 – 9:30 PM: L3/L4 Scrimmage
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

2026 Preseason – October 4th Sign Ups

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey for scrimmages.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Evaluations are required for new-to-MGHA players and returning players wanting to play up a level from last year and need a re-evaluation of skills. Contact Hockey Operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) if you cannot attend required evaluations OR if you have a unique situation or question.

Rink ARink B
5:00 – 7:10 PM: L1/L2/L3 Skills Evaluations
-A skills evaluation is required for those who are new to the MGHA, have been away for a year, have leveled up their skills, or are hoping to move from a lower level to L2 or L3.

7:20 – 8:20 PM: L4 Evaluation Scrimmage
-One evaluation scrimmage is required for those new to the MGHA or those moving from a lower level to L4.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: Hockey 101 (Off Ice)
-Join Tim for this off-ice session where he’ll take you through the basics of hockey. We’ll tackle everything from faceoffs to positions to offsides and icing in this session.

8:30 – 9:30 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage
-This is NOT an evaluation scrimmage. Those being evaluated for L2 or L3 must attend both a skills evaluation and a scrimmage evaluation.		5:10 – 6:10 PM: L3 Evaluation Scrimmage
-One evaluation scrimmage is required for those new to the MGHA or those moving from a lower level to L3.

6:20 – 7:20 PM: L2 Evaluation Scrimmage
-This session is required for those being evaluated for L2. If being evaluated for L2, please attend BOTH a skills evaluation and a scrimmage evaluation.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: L1 Scrimmage
-This is NOT an evaluation scrimmage. Those being evaluated for L1 need only attend the skills evaluation.
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

2026 Preseason – September 27th Sign Ups

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey for scrimmages.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Evaluations are required for new-to-MGHA players and returning players wanting to play up a level from last year and need a re-evaluation of skills. Contact Hockey Operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) if you cannot attend required evaluations OR if you have a unique situation or question.

Rink ARink B
4:00 – 5:00 PM: Orientation
-All new players are required to attend one orientation session.

4:00 – 5:00 PM: L2 Clinic
-Led by experienced skaters.

5:10 – 6:10 PM: L4 Player Evaluation
-One evaluation scrimmage is required for those new to the MGHA or those moving from a lower level to L4.

6:20 – 8:30 PM: Goalie Evaluations
-All goalies are required to be evaluated, though not required to be in attendance for the entire two hours. Schedule to be announced soon.

8:40- 9:40 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage		5:20 – 6:20 PM: New-to-Skating / New-to-Hockey Clinic
-Coach-led clinic for new players in a low pressure environment.

6:30 – 7:30 PM: New-to-Skating / New-to-Hockey Clinic
-Coach-led clinic for new players in a low pressure environment.

7:40 – 8:40 PM: L1 Clinic
-Led by experienced skaters.

8:50 – 9:50 PM: L1/L2 Clinic
-Led by experienced skaters.
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

2026 Preseason – September 20th Sign Ups

NOTE: Bring a light and dark jersey for scrimmages.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

Rink ARink B
4:20 – 5:20 PM: L1/L2 Small Space Drills
-Led by experienced skaters.

5:30 – 6:30 PM: L3 Scrimmage

6:40 – 7:40 PM: L1/L2 Scrimmage
– Returning Players ONLY

7:50- 8:50 PM: L2 Scrimmage
5:10 – 6:10 PM: New-to-Skating / New-to-Hockey Clinic
-Coach-led clinic for new players in a low pressure environment.

6:20 – 7:20 PM: New-to-Skating / New-to-Hockey Clinic
-Coach-led clinic for new players in a low pressure environment.

7:30 – 8:30 PM: Stick and Puck

8:40 – 9:40 PM: L4 Scrimmage
Need help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, you can ask your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

2026 Preseason – September 13th Sign Ups

Skaters who are new to hockey, please attend the 4:30 PM orientation and the 6:00 PM on-ice session. In future weeks, you’ll choose one new-to-hockey session from two options provided.

L20 Middleton:

  • 4:30 PM – New-to-MGHA Player Orientation
    • Off-ice, required for new-to-MGHA players, mentors welcome!

Rink A:

  • 5:30 PM – Gear up in the Locker Room
    • Mentors are welcome to join their new players to help gear up safely.
  • 6:00 PM – New-to-Skating / New-to-Hockey (Session 1)
    • Learn hockey essentials in this low pressure environment designed for new players.

Need Help? If you have questions about which sessions to sign up for, check in with your mentor, hockey operations (hops@madisongayhockey.org) or the board (board@madisongayhockey.org). Read the catch-all preseason post with all information.

MGHA Super Bowl Sunday (2/8) Sign-Ups

Hi everyone!

There’s a Bad Bunny concert with a side of football coming up on February 8th, which means we don’t have our regularly scheduled games. But don’t worry, we’ve still got plenty of ice time for all! We’ll also have a potluck and viewing party in the Suter Suite to add to the festivities.

Potluck Social – Sign-Up Here

If you’re interested in snacking and socializing between scrimmages, we’ll have an informal potluck upstairs in the Suter Suite. Sign up to bring a dish or volunteer to set-up/clean-up, or just come enjoy the food!

If you’re bringing a dish, please label your food (with ingredients and your name) and bring serving utensils. The league will supply some plates, napkins, and utensils.

On-Ice Schedule

Rink A

4:50pm – L1 Clinic & Goalie Clinic (any level) – Clinic for L1 players and goalies of any level, led by experienced coaches! The ice will be split between skaters (L1 only) and goalies (any level).

6:00pm – L1/L2 Scrimmage

7:10pm – Goalie Curious Clinic – If you’ve ever been curious to try goaltending, this is your chance! Gear is kindly provided by our goalie friends in the league.

Rink B

4:00pm – Stick & Puck

5:10pm – L2/L3 Scrimmage

6:20pm – All-Levels Scrimmage

MGHA Thanksgiving Sunday (11/30) Sign-Ups

Hi MGHA-ers!

Due to the holiday this week, we don’t have regular games this weekend. Instead, we have ice available for clinics, scrimmages, and a stick and puck. Plus, we’ll have a potluck social up in the Eagle’s Nest to encourage cross-league mingling and fun! So if you’re in town this Sunday, come to Legacy20 in Middleton to skate, snack, and socialize with your MGHA friends!

Potluck Social – sign-up here

If you’re interested in snacking and socializing between scrimmages, we’ll have an informal potluck upstairs in the Eagle’s Nest. Sign up to bring a dish or volunteer to set-up/clean-up, or just come enjoy the food!

If you’re bringing a dish, please label your food (with ingredients and your name) and bring serving utensils. The league will supply some plates, napkins, and utensils.

On-Ice Schedule

Rink A

5:10pm – Goalie Clinic – For current goalies of any level. Led by an experienced goalie coach. Shooters and helpers needed!

6:20pm – L1 Clinic – Led by experienced players and coaches.

Rink B

5:00pm – L1/L2 Scrimmage, bench coaches welcome

6:10pm – L2/L3 Scrimmage

7:20pm – Stick & Puck, all levels

Questions? Contact Maddy McKeown or Greta Landis from HOps!

2025 Preseason – October 26th and November 2nd Signups

For the two weeks after team reveal, we’re focusing on practices and team logistics. We need two weeks to get jersey information back from teams and get the jerseys back from the printers.

Every team in the league will have a dedicated team practice on one of the two nights. L1 and part of L2 will have their dedicated team practice on the first week while L3 and the remainder of L2 will have their practice the second week.

For those who don’t have a dedicated team practice, other on-ice events will be happening to keep you occupied.

So that others have a chance to sign up and participate with limited ice time, you may only sign up for one scrimmage or clinic. If you have a dedicated practice, please let those without dedicated ice sign up first.

Stick and puck is open to all, regardless of if you’ve signed up for another slot. If spots are remaining the day of the event, you may sign up for a second clinic or scrimmage.

Individual practice schedules are available on the MGHA Schedule page.

October 26th Schedule:

Middleton – Rink AMiddleton – Rink BDeForest
4:00 – 7:20 PM: Team Practices (See Schedule Page)

7:30 – 8:30 PM: L3 Scrimmage		5:00 – 7:10 PM: Team Practices (See Schedule Page)

7:20 – 8:20 PM: L2 Scrimmage		6:00 – 8:10 PM: Team Practices (See Schedule Page)

8:20 – 9:30 PM: Stick and Puck

November 2nd Schedule:

Middleton – Rink AMiddleton – Rink BDeForest
4:00 – 7:20 PM: Team Practices (See Schedule Page)

7:30 – 8:30 PM: L2/L3 Scrimmage		5:00 – 6:00 PM: L1 Practice (4 Teams, See Schedule Page)

6:10 – 7:10 PM: L1 Practice (4 Teams, See Schedule Page)

7:20 – 8:20 PM: Stick and Puck		6:00 – 8:10 PM: Team Practices (See Schedule Page)

8:20 – 9:30 PM: L2 Scrimmage