FAQ'S

Please scroll down to find answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Question	Answer
WHAT IS INLINE HOCKEY?	Inline hockey is a fast-paced, high scoring 4-on-4 game that is similar to ice hockey but with no body contact, no offsides and no icing. It is a puck possession game where stick handling and passing on a more wide open rink are keys to a team's success. Inline is an exciting, lower cost alternative to ice hockey where players of all ages and skill levels can participate in a sport that perfectly balances fun, skill development and competition. IT'S ALL THE THRILL, WITHOUT THE CHILL!
WHEN IS THE INLINE SEASON?	The SCAIHL season runs in the spring, this season starting April 8th with floor times on Tuesday nights at either 5pm or 6pm at the Okotoks Recreation Center in the PIPER Arena and will run until June 24th. The exact start date each season will depend on the age divisions and when the Town staff remove the ice and the floor is dry enough throughout so that our wheels do not slide too much that someone will get hurt.
WHAT DAYS ARE THE GAMES PLAYED?	In the Okotoks U7-U13 Development League, teams will have one weeknight floor time and it will consist of skill based drills for approximately 30-40 minutes and we will have a game for the last 20. We dhave opted to remain at one night open week to try and allow as many players as possible to make the floor times. By creating a single evening program, we are aiming to avoid situations where any one participant has to miss most of the action because of conflicts with any other regularly scheduled weekly activities they may be involved in as well.
WHERE ARE THE GAMES PLAYED?	All of the floor times are played at the Okotoks Recreation Center in the PIPER Arena
WHAT KIND OF EQUIPMENT DO I NEED?	CSA approved helmet with cage Hockey gloves Jock/Jill Strap Pants, either: Inline girdle and Inline pants or Regular short-leg ice hockey pants and hockey socks Hockey shin pads Hockey elbow pads Padded shirt or hockey shoulder pads (optional, but recommended) Mouth guard (optional, but recommended) Inline skates with indoor wheels (no brakes) Hockey stick Goalies must wear a protective, dangling neck guard made of Lexan (attached to the goalie mask, or to the helmet's face cage)
WHAT ARE THE AGE GROUPS?	The youth development league in Okotoks is currently for players aged 6 to 12. See the Divisions page for a breakdown of the different age categories. In addition to the youth league, SCAIHL also currently runs a separate league for players age 9 and over including Adults in Calgary.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO REGISTER?	Please refer to the Fees page for complete details of our fees and the age group options available.

MY CHILD HAS NEVER PLAYED HOCKEY, IS THERE A BEGINNER GROUP?MY CHILD HAS PLAYED LOTS OF HOCKEY, IS THERE A MORE COMPETITIVE GROUP?	For those kids that are just starting inline hockey there is a non-competitive Developmental division in U7-U13 age groups. For those kids that have played a lot of hockey or are just looking for a more competitive playing environment including 2 night per week and Games only - the U11 to Adult groups have a Competitive division based out of Calgary as well. U7 and U9 - Developmental U11 - Developmental & Competitive U13 - Developmental & Competitive U15 - Competitive U18 - Competitive Junior Adult

HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE ON A TEAM?	The number of players per team varies depending on the number of registrations. The maximum is 12 players (three lines of four) and a goalie for a total of 13, however, teams may also have as few as 10 players including the goalie.

ARE GIRLS MIXED IN WITH THE BOYS ON CO-ED TEAMS, OR ARE THEY ON SEPARATE TEAMS?	Boys and girls do play on the same team, unless there are enough girls in the division and they want to form their own team. We've had girls ice hockey teams register and have played them against the boys with great success. The distribution of female players within each division varies from season to season and will depend on the number of female players registered and the league's consideration toward making teams that are balanced as best as possible.
IS IT OK TO BUY USED EQUIPMENT?	We are all aware of the growing cost of equipment for players today. Parents and players should keep a few things in mind when purchasing used equipment. Equipment loses its effectiveness over time and use. This should be the first consideration when purchasing used equipment. In very few cases will it be as effective as in its original form. Check to ensure the product is free of holes, cracks, uneven padding etc. Helmets with loose padding should not be purchased. In cases that the padding is loose, only the manufacturer can re-glue the padding back in place. Because of the age of the helmet, they may be unwilling to do this re-gluing. DO NOT attempt to re-glue the padding on your own. If the wrong glue compound is applied to the helmet, it may affect the plastic compounds of the helmet and lessen the protective qualities of the product. DO NOT use super glue, contact cement, or hot glue guns to attach the padding to the helmet. If purchasing a helmet from a used equipment store, ask what, if any, repairs have been done to that specific product.
HOW CAN I BE SURE IF THE EQUIPMENT FITS?	Equipment should completely cover the area that it was meant to protect. Helmets should fit snug and not slide on the player’s head. Pants should protect the kidneys, hips, front, side of thighs and tailbone. Athletic supporter and cup should be positioned properly and be of the correct size. Shoulder pads, elbow pads, and gloves should adequately cover the chest and arm areas.