Hello all! Hope you all is able to enjoy a more quiet Christmas season, celebrating within your own family. Despite the changing policies, our executives has been working hard and have put together and got approval of a new and updated COVID safety plan that will allow us to move forward with Cosom Hockey.
Yes, we got a plan to move forward with the 2020/2021 season! ViaSport and the BC Government have announced we are in Phase 3 of Return to Sport, which allows us to have league play and competitions within sport cohorts with modified games and matches. We have completed our Safety Plan for the season and submitted to the City of Richmond for approval.
Basically we have set out multiple options, starting the season with practices and exhibition games. Our plan is to start the regular season next year and wrap up a bit later than usual toward May.
The game play would also be modified. Here’s some proposed floor plans for the gym:
Note: This plan is subject to change and can be modified at any time in order to reflect the changing pandemic conditions. This is not a set plan but rather a proposal, and we will be continuing to work with the city in order to ensure league safety is maintained.
Social distancing in the new reality suggest we stay 6 feet apart. Can we still play hockey staying a couple of hockey stick away? Of course!
Well, strictly speaking, as we have mentioned in our COVID response, the executive has been working hard on modifications of the game play that will allow us to continue to have fun while staying safe and following the proper protocol. We have been looking into using different equipment, using face shields or mask, trying different zone plays; lines drawn and redrawn.
We did some trial runs with different ways of playing and organizing. Considered how it might impact the different age groups, and what changes to our rules are needed to accommodate the differences in play.
Here’s one model we are considering. With more distance, we guess you just have to work on that passing game!
We will be submitting our final proposals to the city for approval, following the required team sports guidelines. We are hopeful we will have an fun, albeit modified, season coming this fall and early 2021.
Stay tuned for the latest development as we have them. In the meantime, stay safe, stay fit!
Have you and your kids been stuck at home for too long? Are you looking forward to our new season of exciting floor hockey? The 2020/21 executives and coaches are working hard to see how the coming season will work.
Plans are in place and we are waiting for school board and city approvals. We are expecting registration for a modified 2020/2021 season soon. Thank you for your patience!
Stay tuned and watch this place for the latest details shortly!
RCFHA is sad to announce that Marcel Doucet passed away in September of 2019. Marcel’s daughters requested that the Marcel Doucet Scholarship trophy be present at his memorial service which is strong reminder of the lasting memories and bonds that RCFHA and team sports can forge in our communities. Marcel embodied the RCFHA philosophy and we are proud to continue to honor his legacy.
At the end of each season, RCFHA will accept applications for the Marcel Doucet Award and Scholarship. This award is given to a player who has made significant contributions to the sport and the league, displayed a high level of sportsmanship and team spirit, all while maintaining the RCFHA philosophy. This award may not be given out every season. For more details see the full description and rules: https://rcfha.org/rcfha-scholarship/
To apply for the Marcel Doucet Scholarship, please use the online application using the link below:
All registered players in Grade 1 through 12 (Mites through Bantam) are required to attend the RCFHA Player Evaluations on Saturday, September 21st at Burnett Secondary.
Please note the following important information:
Players that are not yet registered are still allowed to attend evaluations (please let the registration desk know if you are not yet registered)
If teams need re-balancing after the season has started, it may be necessary to swap players between teams. Players to be moved will be chosen in this order:
Players that did not attend evaluations and were not registered by September 21st will be the first to be moved
Players that did not attend evaluations but wereregistered by September 21st will be second in line to be moved
Players that did evaluate but were not registered by September 21st will be the last to be moved
These are not tryouts but just a simple assessment of each player’s skill and experience level which will help us to form more balanced and fair teams. Players simply need to come out and play like they would at any regular season game.
The evaluation will involve playing in a short scrimmage with players in the same age bracket, followed by some simple skills drills in the small gym. New players are encouraged to review the rules on our website however, penalties and running fouls will not be called, but may be pointed out to the player as necessary. Players should wear their knee and shin pads (new players unsure of equipment, please see our FAQ on our website).
Players will be taken in on a first come first serve basis so please arrive early for your division’s time slot. All players must register upon arrival at their designated time for their division as listed below in order to participate:
RCFHA is excited to announce we will now have an Adult Division ages 18 and above! The Adult Division will be co-ed and follow all the same Cosom rules. Games will be played early Sunday evenings and no experience necessary! Sign up now from our registration page!
Don’t miss our annual open house this September 23rd from 12:00 – 2:00pm at Burnett Secondary! Come out and let your kids try Cosom and get a free RCFHA water bottle!
The 2018 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Wednesday, May 30th from 6:30 – 8:30pm @ South Arm Community Center (Multi-purpose room to the immediate left of the front doors).
This is your chance to come out and be a part of the future of the league. We will post an agenda here soon. We are always looking for more volunteers – no commitment is too small!
Please Note the planned times (subject to change based on final registration numbers) for the camp:
K – 3: 12:00pm – 1:30pm 4 – 7: 2:30pm – 4:00pm
RCFHA is excited to be hosting our first ever Cosom Skills Camp! If you have a Cosom player that needs a bit more help learning the skills and learning the rules of the game in a fun and relaxed atmosphere then sign up now! This Camp is ideal for existing players looking to work on their game or any child that wants to try the game before signing up for the Fall season. Here’s the details:
This Camp is intended for children from grades K through 7
Cost is $60
Will be held on 8 Sundays beginning April 8th, 2018 (April 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th, May 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th)
Location is Burnett Secondary
Start times are between 12pm and 5:00pm and will depend on age and number of registrants (details will be e-mailed as they become available)
Session will be approximately 1.5 hours
Shin and knee pads are not required but recommended
We supply all other equipment
Safely supervised and run by our experienced coaches and volunteers
To register, please read the important info and click on the Registration button below.
Important Information about Registration:
When you click the “Register Now!” button below you will be taken to the registration page with the Active.com website to complete the process.
When registering, a parent or guardian must first create an account on the Active.com system. Once the account is created they may register their child or multiple children in the same family.
In order to register you must pay by credit card.
Depending on your child’s age you may see multiple registration items available to add to your cart. Be sure to choose “Cosom Skills Camp”.