Welcome to the
Novice Adult Coed Hockey League (NACHL)
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Week of June 1, 2025
​ What a Spring!!!
We are trialing longer sessions this year (Session 12 was 12 weeks, Session 13 is 13 weeks and Session 14 will be 12 weeks). I will seek feedback towards the end of Session 13 from those ho played in 12 & 13, and that will help inform how we schedule 2026!! After I meet with the rink managers at Eble Park Ice Arena, I will post the general schedule for 2026.
​ The schedule for Session 13 is posted on the Schedules page (www.underhillhockeygroup.com/nachl-schedules)
HO-HO-HO-liday Scramble
In 2025 we replace the 3v3 tournamnet with a Scramble. Most who had played in the 3v3 in 2024 seemed to enjoy the Scramble a bit more. I will be working to confirm dates and time for the Scramble in June. If there is enough interest to field multiple teams, we will work to facilitate that.
The scramble will be open to current NACHL players and graduates who are in good standing with the NACHL. The Registration of Interest (RoI) form will be posted on the HHH page and sent out to eligible players. Registration information will be sent out to those who completed the RoI. If you are interested in being a captain for a team, please reach out to me at TD@UnderhillHockeyGroup.com.​​
Sessions 14
Session 14 will be 12 weeks. I had planned to have 3 camps and 9 games but this may change to 3 camps, 1 practice and 8 games based on feedback from Session 12 and 13 players. Check the Schedules page to see the specific dates.
We will most likely be going back to 4 teams for Session 14. So registration will be limited to 60 skaters and 4 goalies.
Registration will open up on July 13th for current players, July 20th for returning players are July 27th for new players.
Players wanting to start in Session 14 are encouraged to complete the Expression of Interest (EoI) and Step 2 as early as possible and to join the Facebokk group (see above in the header). Messages about registration dates and spaces available are posted in Facebook.
Sponorship/ Support for the NACHL
If you know of companies or groups looking to sponsor the NACHL, please either send me their contact details or have them reach out to me at NACHL.Commish@underhillhockeygroup.com. The support of our sponsors help to combat the rising costs of ice other costs which inturn keeps your league fees down.
NACHL Website Resources
If you are looking for resources - tips on getting dressed, skating and some YouTubers who do some pretty good hockey turotials - check out the Guides page (www.underhillhockeygroup.com/nachl-guides)
Also, the Guidleines and Rules for the league, along with the FAQ document, can be found at the Guidelines & Rules page (www.underhillhockeygroup.com/nachl-guidelines-rules)
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Keep skating and smiling - Doc
P.S. I hope to back and skating by mid-July and hopefully able to sub for a Tc or two as needed.
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​* What is a "NACHLer"? *
So what is a "NACHLer", and how do you say it? A NACHLer is someone who plays (or has played) in the NACHL. Once a NACHLer - Always a NACHLer!! I say it "NACK-ler", others say it "NATCH-ler", some say "nack-ULL-urs", and the French probably say something like "nash-el-eers . . . UHN". Bottom line - you are a hockey player, how you say it is not nearly as important as that you are doing. They are hockey players who value learning and being a teammate over being competitive. They care about a fallen league mate more than the puck. They are great humans and are valued for being so. Thank you for coming, bringing your friends, having fun and building a great community.​​
NACHL Event Details
Where:
at Eble Park Ice Arena19400 W. Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI
When:
Sunday afternoons - times vary slightly
- All year at 4:30-5:30 and 5:45-6:45
- Spring and Summer we add a 3:15-4:15 session.
For more information, go to the Schedule page
Who:
- Adults (18+ years old) looking to learn to play ice hockey and have some fun.
- The goal is to have teams of 14 novice skaters and one novice goalie plus one skilled player (Team Coordinator) to be an on bench resource.
What:
Learning and playing hockey, and having fun!!
- The first weeks are campswhere you learn and practice skills & meet your league mates.
- Play games with your team.
- The teams change each session.
Why:
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Because hockey is fun!
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You (and I) didn't get to play hockey when we were kids.
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Stating off in a league with other players who have played for years is scary (I know, I did that).
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Because you keep signing up - and thank you for doing so!!
The Goals of the NACHL
The goals of the Novice Adult Coed Hockey League (NACHL) are to:
- provide new players the opportunity to learn and play ice hockey against players of similar abilities.
- give players the opportunity to build their skills and knowledge so they can graduate and go on to play ice hockey in an adult/ “beer” league.
- promote the ideals of good sporting behavior while enjoying the company of other adults.
Learn to play - Play to learn -- HAVE FUN!!
Camps
There will be three weeks of camps to give you an opportunity to build some basics skills and learn some basic concepts.
Team practice
You will have one session to meet your teammates, and then run drills or scrimmage against another team.
Games
The games will be between the other NACHL teams. A great way to learn the game. The last game will be between your first opponent, so you can how much everyone has improved.
The NACHL Program
So how do you get to play?
1) Expression of Interest (EoI) (Step 1)
If you are interested in learning how to and playing ice hockey.
Before applying, please go to the Guidelines & Rules page and read the league rules.
If this is the league for you, go to the Signing-up page.
2) Register as a Player with USA Hockey
You will need to register as a Player with USA Hockey. This will provide you with an insurance policy for any incidence that occurs on the ice. To register click on this link to go to USA Hockey: https://membership.usahockey.com/register/age.
USA Hockey memberships run from April 1 until August 31 of the next year (For example, April 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025.)
3) Registration to play in the NACHL (Step 2)
A link to "Step 2" will be sent out to those individuals who complete the EoI and are eligible.
Step 2 is the first registration and is a prospective players' registration to play in the NACHL and may be completed at any time, just like the EoI.
4) Registration for a session in the NACHL (Step 3)
Step 3 is the registrationfor a specific session, for example is "Step 3 for Session 4". This link is sent out to all people who have completed Step 2 or who have played in the past. Each session, players will complete Step 3 to register for the upcoming session.
Some notes for clarification
Steps 1, 2 and 3 are managed through Google Forms. (If anyone has a better platform, please let us know.) Once you are added to the mailing list for a step, there is no easy way for us to remove you from the list. However, there will always be an option for you to ask to:
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be moved to the contact list for future sessions or
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be removed from the list and not be contacted in the future. (If you select this option but later want to particpate in the league, just start back at the EoI.)
If someone completes Step 2 or 3 before completing the preceding step (e.g., the Eoi/ Step 1 or Step 2, respectively), your registration will be denied. You will be informed that you need to complete the prior step(s). This happens when a current registrant or player has sent their link to a friend. Basically - no jumping the line. ;-)
All attempts will be made so that rosters have the number of novice skaters (within 1), and will have 1 goalie and 1 team coordinator.
Players will need to select three sweater numbers from the list of available numbers, a link to the spreadsheet will be provided in Step 3. If you do not consult the list, this will delay the ordering process and will delay new players getting their sweaters at the start of the session.
Payment details are provided in Step 3 when you register for a session. You will receive a registration for all steps, and in your Step 3 receipt you will have the information for your payment. (I would still suggest taking a screenshot f the payment details or writing them down when you complete Step 3.)
Aside from the first session of the year, payments are expected to bne made in a timely manner. If you need to make arrangements, please reach out to The Commish. Payments for the first session of the year, typically the once that starts in January, should be made on or after January 1 and by January 5th.
. . . future session(s)
The dates for the future sessions will be posted on the Schedules page once they are confirmed.
All new/ prospective players need to complete the EoI. Once the EoI is completed, players will be sent the link to complete Step 2 which can be completed at any time.
Messages will be posted the NACHL Facebook page to alert players when the registration will be open.
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In the middles of the current session, current players will be sent Step 3 for the next session.
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About a week later, players who have patticipated in previous sessions and who are on the contact list will be sent the link to register.
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About one week later, new players who have completed Step 2 and are elgible to play in the NACHL will be sent the link to resigter for the next session.
*******These e-mails are sent out in bulk, so they may end up in your SPAM/ Junk folders or not received due to your filter settings. Please add nachl.commish@underhillhockeygroup.com and underhillhockeygroup@gmail.com to your contacts, this should allow e-mails to be received. The Gmail account is used to send out the registration forms as Google Forms. Also, watch the Facebook page for notifications.*******
*******If you are expecting the registration link and do not see it in your Inbox, please check the Junk/ SPAM folders. If you do not see the e-mail, then please contact The Commish via e-mail or PM on Facebook. (The Facebook page link is at the top of the page. Joining is a great way to become part of the community and get public updates.)*******