Mission Statement
Winterhurst Hockey Association (WHA, ID# OHH0013) is a volunteer, non-profit organization, [ under IRC section 501(c)(3), Tax ID #34-1384064, considered tax exempt],  dedicated to the growth and development of youth hockey. WHA exists as an educational / recreational organization that provides a progressive pathway for children from ages 4 - 18 how to play the exciting game of ice hockey.

WHA is a member of the Cleveland Suburban Hockey League (CSHL) - which consists of over 25 member organizations - and operates under the auspices of USA Hockey, the national governing organization for amateur hockey in the United States.

WHA has no connection whatsoever - financial, managerial or otherwise to Winterhurst Municipal Ice Rink, the city of Lakewood Ohio, or the Lakewood Board of Education. Winterhurst Ice Rink serves as our "home ice" for practices and home games.  WHA functions under a board of trustees elected bi-annually by the members.

Introductionary Hockey, Getting Started !
WHA has two dedicated In-House programs designed to introduce your child to the exciting sport of hockey.  Developmental programs are designed to provide the basic fundamentals of skating, stick and puck handling as well as an opportunity to play games against teams in similar programs.

(1) Tot Hockey Program
Our Tot Hockey program is structured for those who are new to skating and have some interest in playing the game of hockey. Basic skating skills are combined with some practice equipment over 6 weeks to prepare both you and your child for the next level of play.  *Child must be able to skate unassisted.

Required equipment: Helmet (Bike helmet OK), Stick, hockey gloves and skates. (Rental skates available)

Cost and Schedule: .....(click here).

Contact: Margo Jerome  MDjerome@aol.com
(216) 228-2684

(2) In-House Program 
Our In House program is geared for those players who have some skating experience (or are learning simultaneously) combined with full hockey gear, 4 months of instruction and an opportunity to participate (not guaranteed) as a team member in a league playing against players on similar teams in other cities. Either way, you'll be assured that your player is receiving top notch instruction and an opportunity to advance through the WHA system.

Required equipment: Helmet, mouth-guard, neck guard, shoulder pads, elbow pads, hockey pants, cup, shin guards, hockey socks, skates, stick and jersey.

See Registration Links on MAIN page for cost and schedule information.
The first Open House/Practice for 2005-06 season is scheduled for Saturday, September 17th, 3:15pm-4:15pm, at Winterhurst Ice Rink. All are welcome to come.
Contact: Pat Patton , Patrick.Patton@Cox.net , (216) 533-8834



Notes on Tax Implications of Donations to WHA
(by Robert Fricker CPA). 
After reviewing various publications it appears that WHA is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations to these organizations are deductible as charitable contributions. The best proof of this is that WHA is listed in Publication 78, Cumulative List of Organizations described in Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. This is a list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible charitable contributions. Therefore, We can assume that ALL CONTRIBUTIONS to the Winterhurst Hockey Association are DEDUCTIBLE as charitable contributions. Deductibility can vary depending on each individuals/corporations circumstances. Please let me know if there are additional issues. Hopefully this clears up the confusion. (Tax ID #34-1384064).