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How to Join Us
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Three Reasons Why You Should Join the Cutting Edges:
- Not to toot our own horn too loudly, but, we’re a great group of guys who love the game and love having fun on and off the ice!!!
- The Cutting Edges offers you a chance to play the game that you love at various skill levels on a regular basis allowing you to develop your skills as a player.
- The team welcomes all players regardless of their skill level. We celebrate diversity and are united by a desire to play clean, violence-free hockey. This love of the game takes the team all over North America to play in tournaments organized by other gay hockey clubs as well as to the upcoming 1st World Outgames in Montreal in 2006!
Now that we’ve given you some great reason to join us, you might have some questions about joining a team. This page seeks to answer some questions for you and help you to get on your way to skating with the Edges.
How do I Join a Team?
What calibre of play can I expect?
How often do the Cutting Edges play?
What level of commitment is expected?
What if my schedule does not permit this level of commitment?
How much does joining the team cost?
I don’t have any hockey equipment. Where can I get some?
I’d like to play hockey but I haven’t skated in years!
What off-ice activities do the Cutting Edges offer?
More questions?
 How do I Join a Team?
The Team will have several registration nights prior to the start of the season in early September each year. Prior to the start of the season the team has several open ice sessions that new players are invited to so they can get a feel for what level they should register for and what position they would like to play. Check out the Events section to find out when these registration nights and open ice times are and plan to attend! If the season has started, don’t worry -- it's not too late to join!! Contact one of the team managers or the Club President directly for more information:
Chris Bailey Recreational Manager christopherbailey@shaw.ca
Daryl Kochan Grand Poo-bah dkochan@peacehillsinsurance.com
What calibre of play can I expect?
The recreational team is geared towards new players and those that are looking primarily for exercise. The team still plays to win but the primary emphasis is on skill development and enjoying the game.
The competitive team plays in Division 5 of the UBC Duffers League. The games are competitive and fast. There is a real emphasis on teamwork and puck control. Division 6 is a non-contact division and the games are, by and large, relatively clean with few penalties and very little clutch and grab.
How often do the Cutting Edges play?
The season runs from early September to early April, followed by about two-weeks of playoffs. Games are roughly split between week nights and weekends. Games are usually between 5 and 10 days apart. Click here to see last season’s schedule. In addition to league games the Cutting Edges will offer a bi-weekly “Stick and Puck” session in the near future (check Events for up-to-date info!).
What level of commitment is expected?
Both teams endeavour to have full benches for each and every game. You will be none-to-popular with your team mates if you are a last-minute no-show!! So, please keep in mind that in order for all players to enjoy the season, register with the expectation that you will make most, if not all, of the games. The drop-in “Stick and Puck” session may also help you get your hockey fix if your schedule does not allow you to commit to a team for the season.
What if my schedule does not permit this level of commitment?
Both teams are always looking for players willing to fill in as “spares.” If your schedule doesn’t allow you to commit to a whole season at this point, call one of the team managers to be placed on the spares list. Players on the spares list pay a drop-in fee and play when either team has a short bench.
How much does joining the team cost?
Ice time in the Lower Mainland is at a premium, so the fees for a season of hockey are much higher than other popular sports such as softball, volleyball, and soccer. Nevertheless, the Cutting Edges play at the UBC Thunderbird Winter Sports Centre which has some of the lowest ice costs in the region. The fees for the 2004-2005 are as follows:
Cutting Edges Team Membership $45.00 (compulsory cost for all)
1st Instalment of Season Fees $205.00*
2nd Instalment of Season Fees $300.00*
Total Cost $550.00*
*Note: Costs are dependent on the size of the roster. If fewer than 14 players sign up for the season the cost will be slightly higher.
Cost for one game as a “spare” player $15.00
Cost for one “Stick and Puck” session $10.00
I don’t have any hockey equipment. Where can I get some?
Hockey equipment can be very expensive. If you are new to the game you may want to rent equipment for your first couple of times out with the team. This can be arranged through the Pro-Shop at the UBC Thunderbird Winter Sports Centre. The team also has a small collection of used equipment that you can use. If you do decide to purchase your own set of equipment there are several excellent consignment stores in Vancouver that sell good quality used equipment. Contact a team manager or the Club President for more information.
I’d like to play hockey but I haven’t skated in years!
You might consider taking 'Power Skating' lessons at UBC or one of the municipal areas in Vancouver in the fall to help you to develop your skating skills. Again, the team’s “Stick and Puck” sessions are very casual and will give you ice time to develop your skating skills as well.
What off-ice activities do the Cutting Edges offer?
In addition to participation in the UBC Duffers League, various tournaments, and the Gay Games, the Cutting Edges are busy off the ice as well:
- After most league games, team members will head to the UBC Thunderbird Lounge for a cold pitcher of beer and a chance to relive some of the finer (or not so fine) moments of the night’s game.
- The Cutting Edges is active in the community, having raised over $10,000 for the Dr. Peter Centre through our very successful “SCORE” skating parties and bartending stints at major events such as Gay Ski Week, New Year’s Eve, and Pride Weekend’s Rapture parties.
- The Cutting Edges play hard and party harder! Last year team members enjoyed a team road trip to Seattle to watch the Vancouver Giants trounce the Seattle Thunderbirds, a karaoke Christmas Party, and several team nights at the Pacific Coliseum to watch the Vancouver Giants.
More questions? Contact Us
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