COVID-19 & THE 2020-21 SEASON
RETURN TO HOCKEY UPDATES
MASK REQUIREMENT CLARIFICATION
We know there are a lot of questions, discussions, and opinions regarding the mask/facial covering requirement for all kids (youth, high school, etc.) playing sports - including hockey - set forth by our Governor. 

Since we have camps starting this weekend (9/12 & 9/13), we wanted to get this information out to our membership. Governor Whitmer released Executive Order (EO) 180 on the evening of September 9, 2020 at 6:15pm clarifying the use of masks; there are no provisions in EO 180 for medical intolerance reasons or medical waivers. Neither our governing bodies (USA Hockey & MAHA) nor KOHA has the legal authority to waive or modify the Executive Order from the Governor’s office, so masks must be worn at all times on the ice. To that end, if you as a parent feel that your child wearing a facial covering (in addition to their cage or bubble/face shield) puts them at risk due to an existing medical condition, they should not participate.

Governor Whitmer’s EO 180 states: “The most recent version of the Safe Start order (Executive Order 2020-176) created a path for organized sports in Michigan to resume play, subject to COVID-19 safety precautions, including a requirement to wear a facial covering. This order clarifies that, in order to participate in organized sports, athletes must either wear a facial covering or consistently maintain six feet of social distance.
Acting under the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and Michigan law, I find it reasonable and necessary, for the reasons outlined above, to order: 
1.Notwithstanding sections 2(b) and 2(d) of the Masks order (Executive Order 2020-153), section 13(c) of the Workplace Safeguards order (Executive Order 2020-175), or sections 2(a) and 6(a)(1) of the Safe Start order (Executive Order 2020-176), athletes training for, practicing for, or competing in an organized sport must wear a facial covering (except when swimming) or consistently maintain 6 feet of social distance (except for occasional and fleeting moments). For example, an athlete participating in a football, soccer, or volleyball game would not be able to consistently maintain 6 feet of distance, and therefore would need to wear a facial covering. Sports organizers must ensure that athletes comply with this section for each organized sporting event.
2.Section 7(b) of the Safe Start order (Executive Order 2020-176) is rescinded.”
THINGS TO KNOW FOR 9/12-9/13 CLINICS
  • Mask must be worn AT ALL TIMES
  • Players must bring their own water bottle, marked clearly with their name.
  • Arrive no sooner than 15 minutes prior to your scheduled ice session and check-in with KOHA staff in the lobby; Depart no more than 10 minutes after ice session.
  • Arrive with gear on except helmets & skates.
  • No more than ONE (1) parent may enter the building to assist skaters/players who need it with skate tying. That parent will be allowed to proceed to the bleachers to watch, but MUST socially distance while there, and must vacate when their player's session concludes.
  • No lingering in the building/lobby areas; keep moving or wait outside. This includes the upper hallway between the rinks.
  • No bags may be left in the lobby, common areas, or the restaurant. (When on the ice, bags may stay in the locker room.)
  • Follow all building and rink/ice surface entry and exit signage.
OUR CLUB CULTURE
Remember, “We A.R.E. KOHA” - which stands for Attitude, Respect & Effort, is more than just words - it’s who we are. It’s our club culture, and, as parents, modeling those principles during such an unusual time for our kids is vital (both in-person and on social media). Thank you, in advance, for helping foster a positive return for our players.
LINKS & EMAIL CONTACTS
All camp and clinic info can be found here with links to registrations.
Tryout registration dates, times and registration links can be found here.
House B Evaluation skate dates, times and registration links can be found here.
House C registration can be accessed by clicking the general link below.

If you have any issues registering, please email info@koha.com
If you have Travel (KWINGS) questions, please email kwings@koha.com
If you have House B (BRONCOS) questions, please email broncos@koha.com
IF YOU NEED TO CHECK TO SEE WHAT YOUR PLAYER IS REGISTERED FOR, ACCOUNT BALANCES, AND PAYMENTS MADE, CLICK THE GENERAL LINK ABOVE, SIGN IN USING THE SAME CREDENTIALS YOU USE WHEN REGISTERING YOUR PLAYER AND THEN CLICK "MY PROGRAMS".
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