Travel League Registration
2026-2027 League Registration Now Open!
Regsiter today before the price increases on September 1! We encourage new and returning members to read all materials before registering for Lakers Hockey. New families should also check out our frequently asked questions under the Resources tab for important information.
Key Information:
- USA Hockey Confirmation Number. Each player must have a USA Hockey #. You must first register your player at USA Hockey. Then return to this site to complete your registration.
- Crossbar Account. You will need to create a Crossbar account before registering your player. Visit the Resources tab for information on creating an account.
- Development Fee – This fee will support bringing in additional coaching resources, development tools, and ice time to support the development of our players.This fee will be paid along with the season registration rather than paying separately for each event.
- Equipment Rental - During the registration process, you will be asked if you need equipment. If you check yes, you will be contacted as to when the equipment hand-outs will be scheduled. Please remember that everyone that volunteers for the association also has a job and other obligations, so please be considerate and plan on attending the scheduled equipment hand-out times.
- Raffle Tickets –Fundraising is a necessary requirement for participation in WHA, except for Non-Travel players. Our league registration fee only covers a portion of the cost to operate WHA and so we have provided families with the opportunity to fundraise the remaining costs. These costs include ice rental expenses, equipment, coach compensation, referee compensation, and other necessary expenses to conduct business.
- DIBS/Volunteering - WHA is a parent-run organization. In order to provide the opportunity for your child to learn to skate and play hockey, we must rely on all of our parent members to help the association run smoothly. Please review our DIBS tab under the Resources page for more information.
2026-2027 Volunteer Hours Requirements
8U Mite travel - 20 hours per player
League Level (10U, 12U, 14U, G14U, GV, BV, BJV) - 36 hours per player
Family Maximum - 70 Hours
Total Opt Out - $1500 per player
We look forward to another great season of Lakers Hockey! If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact any WHA Board member. We are here to answer any questions and continue to build the Lakers Hockey family.
Ages
This registration is for all players of birth years 2008-2019. All age limits are as of Dec 31, 2026.
Team Levels by Date of Birth:
Varsity/JV: 2008-2011
14U (Bantam): 2012-2013
14U Girls: 2012-2015
12U (Peewee): 2014-2015
10U (Squirt): 2016-2017
8U (Travel Mite): 2018-2019
When
Practices begin in early October with games beginning in mid-late November.
Most teams wrap up in early February, with state tournaments being held in mid-February to mid-March beginning at the Peewee level.
Some post-season practices and activities may be held after state tournaments.
Where
All practices and home games will be held at:
Prairie Lakes Ice Arena
3015 1st Ave NE
Watertown, SD 57201
Practices
Bantam and Varsity levels practice up to 4x per week with games on Fridays through Sundays.
Peewee levels and below practice 3x per week with games on Fridays through Sundays.
Some tournaments may require Thursday travel for a Friday morning game.
Extra Costs
Additional fees with Registration may include:
Family Season Passes
Game Socks
Breezer Covers (JV/V and Girls 14U)
Jersey Fee (JV/V)
Gear Rental (optional)
- $30 Skates
- $70 Gear
- $150 Goalie Gear
Jerseys
JV/Varsity levels are required to pay a jersey fee of $100 for the first two years of varsity play. Players keep their jerseys at the end of their senior year.
2026-2027 League Registration
2026-2027 Travel League Registration
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