About OWHL
Welcome to the Ozaukee Women’s Hockey page!
We are excited you decided to check us out!
We have so many great opportunities for all levels of adult skaters
Player Rankings for League Play
Individual Player Ranking System
BEGINNER:
1 = This is your very first time playing hockey. You have no game experience, never been on skates before and wondering if you should use a right or left handed stick.
2 = You have no organized hockey experience, but do have basic skating skills, you are able to skate forward and kind of stop. You have little or no stick-handling abilities.
3 = You have taken a few classes or clinics, but have never played on a team. You have basic skating skills and stick-handling abilities.
NOVICE:
4 = You have played on a team and you are currently learning rules of play, positioning, and beginning to learn incorporation of stick handling with skating skills.
5 = You have basic skating skills, and are progressing with intermediate skating skills (crossovers, forward/backward transitions, power turns), basic puck handling, passing and shooting, and have a basic understanding of rules of play.
6 = You are comfortable with basic stick handling and passing, you focus on refining intermediate skating skills (crossovers, forward/backward transitions, power turns), improving passing and shooting. You are learning strategic concepts such as breakouts, face offs, power plays, puck support, forecheck, and penalty killing.
INTERMEDIATE:
7 = You are confident and in control when executing intermediate skating skills (crossovers, forward/backward transitions, power turns), solid “tape to tape” passing under pressure, and are developing your shot. You are learning to execute strategic concepts and structured plays, developing the ability to apply advanced concepts in game situations. You are comfortable playing either defense and forward.
8 = You are confident with intermediate skating skills (crossovers, forward/backward transitions, power turns), with speed, and have a few basic stick-handling moves developed. You can execute game plays under pressure, can break the puck out of the zone, and are becoming more comfortable battling for pucks in the corners. You can comfortably apply some pressure on the forecheck, and when needed, attempt to backcheck.
ADVANCED:
9 = You have mastered intermediate skating skills; you are confident in your stick handling abilities. You have a thorough understanding of the game (both offensively and defensively), and have the ability to execute plays. You are confident when battling for pucks in the corners. You can apply pressure on the forecheck, and can backcheck assertively.
10 = You have excellent skating and puck handling abilities, consistently execute plays, and finally have a few moves.Your hockey IQ is demonstrated on every shift.
ELITE:
11 = You played club level college hockey, varsity high school hockey, or AAA/AA Tier 1 hockey within the last 5 years.
12 = You currently or recently played NCAA college hockey (DIII or higher).
Am I ready for the Intermediate OWHL hockey league?
OWHL INTERMEDIATE LEVEL RANKING SYSTEM
7 = You are confident and in control when executing intermediate skating skills (crossovers, forward/backward transitions, power turns), solid “tape to tape” passing under pressure, and are developing your shot. You can execute strategic concepts and structured plays, developing the ability to apply advanced concepts in game situations. You are comfortable playing either defense and forward.
8 = You are confident with intermediate skating skills (crossovers, forward/backward transitions, power turns), with speed, and have a few basic stick-handling moves developed. You can execute game plays under pressure, can break the puck out of the zone, and are becoming more comfortable battling for pucks in the corners. You can comfortably apply some pressure on the forecheck, and when needed, backcheck.
As an intermediate skater, you are expected to play all positions, therefore your hockey IQ is very important! You have hockey IQ. You understand weak side vs strong side, puck support, and are starting to utilize systems/break outs. You confidently skate with the puck. You can employ a variety of skating techniques, with the puck, in an attempt to escape pressure or create scoring chances. An intermediate skater should be able to answer yes, to the majority of these questions.
OFFENSE (when your team has possession of the puck) - Do you execute offensive systems in the defensive zone, neutral zone, and offensive zone?
DEFENSE – (when the other team has possession of the puck) - Do you execute defensive systems and break outs in the defensive zone, neutral zone, and offensive zone?
- Defensive zone – Do you utilize systems rather than always clearing the puck up the boards? Do you utilize multiple passing options such as Defense to Defense, Defense to Center, Defense to Wing, Wing to Center passing to break the puck out of the zone?
- Neutral zone – Do you know how to regroup in the neutral zone? Do you utilize lanes?
- Offensive zone – Do you utilize zone entry systems? For example, F1 brings the puck in, F2 is puck support, F3 to the net. Do you utilize multiple passing options and help cycle the puck such as: wing to defense, wing to center, defense to defense?
- Offensive zone & Neutral zone - Do you utilize forecheck systems such as A,B, C (Forward 1 – Attack, Forward 2 – Boards (support), Forward 3 – Centerish)?
- Defensive zone - Do you angle players to the boards? As a defenseman, do you understand 2 on 1 timing for attacking the player vs splitting the players? As a wing, do you drop down low enough to cover players in scoring position such as the slot and be ready for possible break out opportunity?
OWHL HOOTENANNY
What is the OWHL Hootenanny?
Urban dictionary defines a hootenanny as “a party, most generally one that is, well, chock full of hoot, with just a little nanny.” For OWHL, the Hootenanny is our INCREDIBLY FUN end of season tournament.
The mixed level teams play 6 mini games (equivalent to 3 games). This year, there is a championship game on Sunday.
The intermediate/advanced level plays 3 games.
How do I sign up?
This year, you can sign up for the Hootenanny via this link https://ozaukeeicecenter.sportngin.com/register/form/911885709
The individual player fee is $45. Sign up early. This tournament fills up FAST!
To keep teams balanced, we only have a limited number of spots at each individual skill level of play. You will register as a novice, intermediate, or advanced skater or goalie. If your registration level shows as “sold out”, please scroll to the bottom of the registration to get on the waitlist. We may be able to move skaters around to accommodate your level of play, so get on that waitlist.
What team will I play for?
We will assign you to a team. You may make a friend request. You will be placed on a team based on several factors including your skill level, balance of the teams, and available spots (first come, first serve). We will place you on one of the following teams:
- A current OWHL team that needs a sub due to player absence.
- A mixed level “Rainbow” sub team (jerseys available to purchase when assigned to the team)
- An intermediate/high level “Rainbow” sub team (jerseys available to purchase when assigned to the team)
When are the games?
Games for the mixed level may start as early as 5:00pm on Friday, April 12th. Games on Saturday, April 13th start in the morning and continue into the afternoon. The championship games start at 10:15am Sunday, April 14th and end at 1:15pm. (Times are tentative)
Intermediate/high level teams have games Friday, April 12th starting at 7:00pm, Saturday, April 13th between 4:30pm and 6:30pm, and Sunday, April 14th between 9:00am and 12:30pm. (Times are tentative)
I’ve heard about the big party on Saturday night. Can you tell me more?
You do not want to miss this! The Hootenanny planning committee knows how to throw a party!!!!! After the games on Saturday night, the teams (OWHL and guests) head to a party. We typically secure an outside event space, hire dueling DJs, and cater dinner. The committee is still planning, and we will let you know more when they iron out the details.
Why is this tournament so much fun?
The weekend is full of laughter, camaraderie, and a little bit of chaos. It’s fun because approximately 150 female hockey players play 24 games of hockey in approximately 48 hours. People are constantly coming and going in the hallways. We play hockey together. We eat together. We dance together. Someone described the weekend as Summer Camp for adults. There are so many fun activities throughout the weekend.
I have more questions!
Please contact Elissa Elser at eelser@wi.rr.com if you have any questions.