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There’s a lot happening in AVBHA this week, and you won’t want to miss a thing! If you’ve been thinking about joining the AVBHA Board, time is running out—get your application in TONIGHT! Plus, we’ve got updated Training Center hours, new ETRAIN sessions, and another chance to invite a friend to Try Hockey for Free on 2/22. And don’t forget to mark your calendar for AVB Night Out at Raising Cane’s on 2/19! Keep reading for all the details, and thank you, AVB family, for making our hockey community so great!
In this week's issue:
TRAINING CENTER HOURS
ONLY A FEW HOURS LEFT - GET YOUR APPLICATION IN TONIGHT
TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE 2/22
ETRAIN SESSIONS ADDED
THANK YOU AVB FAMILY
AVB NIGHT OUT 2/19
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Get ready to elevate your game with off-ice training led by the incredible Brandon Steege! As an exceptional coach and athlete, Brandon brings unmatched energy and expertise to every session, and we’re lucky to have him. Check the updated BVTC schedule for this week and come prepared with your gear: stick, gloves, helmet, and water bottle. Mites must be 6 years or older to participate. Let’s make it a fantastic week of dryland training!
Monday
3:30 - 5:30 - squirt, peewee, bantam, 10u and 12u
5:30 - 6:30 - mite boys
6:30 - 7:30 - mite girls
Tuesday
3:30 - 5:15 - squirt, peewee, bantam, 10u and 12u
5:15 - 6:15 - mites
Wednesday
3:30 - 5:30 - squirt, peewee, bantam, 10u and 12u
Thursday
3:30 - 5:30 - squirt, peewee, bantam, 10u and 12u
5:15 - 6:15 - mites
Friday
3:30 - 5:30 - squirt, peewee,
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We’re preparing for five open seats on our Board of Directors—and we’re inviting YOU to get involved. If you’re passionate about youth hockey and dedicated to helping AVBHA thrive, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference.
How to Get Involved:
Ready to take on a leadership role? The application form is LIVE and can be accessed through the link on our homepage at www.avbhockey.com. Don’t wait—applications close on February 9! Elections will take place in late February, with the new board members announced in March.
Here’s a glimpse of what we ask on the application:
Why do you wish to become an AVBHA Board member?
What are you hoping to contribute during your tenure on the board?
Are there any conflicts that might prevent you from attending meetings or fulfilling your responsibilities?
Share your past experiences in AVBHA (e.g., as a volunteer, manager, or coach).
Highlight your involvement in other youth programs.
Don’t miss this chance to shape the future of AVBHA and help build an even stronger hockey community. Your voice and leadership matter, and we’re excited about the possibilities we can achieve together!
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What's the best way to grow the game? Invite your friends!
Let’s get more kids on the ice and show them how fun hockey can be!
Saturday, February 22, 2025
11:40 AM – 12:40 PM
Apple Valley Sports Arena
This FREE event is perfect for boys & girls ages 4-9 to try hockey in a fun & safe environment with trained coaches. No experience? No problem! We’ll have plenty of helpers on hand to make sure every skater has a great first hockey experience.
Want to help? DIBS opportunities will be posted in the next couple days—keep an eye out and sign up to be part of the fun!
Spread the word & let’s fill the rink!
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Exciting news, AVBHA players! We’ve added more E>TRAIN sessions to give you extra opportunities to sharpen your skating skills on our off-ice treadmill. E>TRAIN is the perfect tool for improving speed, stride, and endurance—all in a controlled environment designed to enhance your on-ice performance.
Why E>TRAIN is a Game-Changer for All Players:
Improve Skating Mechanics: Fine-tune your stride for maximum efficiency and power.
Boost Endurance: Build stamina to stay strong through every shift on the ice.
Increase Speed & Agility: Develop quick bursts and sharper turns to outpace your opponents.
Controlled Repetition: Practice your form without distractions, focusing on precision.
Updated Schedule & Easy Booking:
Check out the updated schedule at avbhockey.com/etrain and take advantage of our new app-based booking system for quick and hassle-free reservations.
Strap on your skates, grab your gear, and get ready to push your skills to the next level. Let’s keep honing those hockey abilities and having a blast!
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A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to Boathouse Brothers Brewing to celebrate the launch of H.E. Double Hockey Sticks! Your support means the world to our Eagles & Valkyries!
Missed the event? No worries—Crowlers are still available at Boathouse Brothers in Prior Lake! Grab a 3-pack and keep the hockey spirit alive, all while supporting AVBHA!
Special shoutout to Emmett Swartout and the Boathouse Brothers team for making this collaboration possible. Cheers to hockey, community, and great brews!
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Take a break from cooking and support AVBHA by grabbing a meal at Raising Cane’s in Apple Valley or Burnsville on Wednesday, February 19, from 5:00–9:00 PM!
Here’s how it works:
Make sure to mention the fundraiser when ordering, and showing the flyer helps too. Let’s pack Cane’s and make this a successful night for AVBHA!
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Big thanks for being a part of the Apple Valley Burnsville Hockey crew. Let's make hockey epic, together!
Catch you on the ice,
Apple Valley Burnsville Hockey Association
The mission of the Apple Valley Burnsville Hockey Association is to create a fun, fair, and safe hockey environment that develops respect for others, self-confidence, leadership, competitiveness, and teamwork in our student-athletes.
We will strive to provide the best competition at all levels while maintaining the highest degree of sportsmanship.
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