http://THEWCHL.COM The Wheelchair Hockey League of Michigan (WCHL) was created for the enjoyment of participating in hockey. The purpose of this league is to provide an appropriate means for persons in wheelchairs to have the opportunity to play hockey, and have the chance to engage in the competition and excitement of hockey. Our League includes players in electric and manual wheelchairs. Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:26:00 +0000 http://snappages.com en http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/08/23/updated-summer-registration-schedule http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/08/23/updated-summer-registration-schedule Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:26:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/08/23/updated-summer-registration-schedule =====================================
Wheelchair Hockey League Summer Schedule
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Due to the cancellation of the Sept 4. Practice & the rainout of the picnic - we have changed our registration schedule.

Players interested in registering for the 2010-11 WCHL Season can [...]]]> =====================================
Wheelchair Hockey League Summer Schedule
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Due to the cancellation of the Sept 4. Practice & the rainout of the picnic - we have changed our registration schedule.

Players interested in registering for the 2010-11 WCHL Season can register at:

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Sat, Aug 28th
REGISTRATION, PRACTICE & OPEN SCRIMMAGES
2pm - 5pm
@ TOTAL ROLLER HOCKEY

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Sun, Sept 12th
2009-10 WCHL AWARDS BANQUET
3pm - 7pm
@ EASTPOINTE MANOR

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Sat, Sept 25th
FINAL REGISTRATION, PRACTICE & OPEN SCRIMMAGES
12-3pm
@ WARD CHURCH

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October 2nd

WCHL PRE-SEASON & PIZZA PARTY
DATE, TIME & LOCATION - TBA

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October 16th
WCHL WEEK 1
DATE, TIME & LOCATION - TBA


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DIRECTIONS
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TOTAL ROLLER HOCKEY
46039 Grand River Ave,
Novi, MI, 48374
(248) 669 9831

WEBSITE: http://www.totalrollerhockey.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=50&Itemid=57

GOOGLE MAP: http://tinyurl.com/totalrollerhockey

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JOHN F. KENNEDY PARK
Eastpointe, MI, 48021

GOOGLE MAP: http://tinyurl.com/JFKparkeastpointe

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EASTPOINTE MANOR

24611 South Gratiot Avenue
Eastpointe, MI 48021-3310
(586) 778-2240

WEBSITE: http://www.eastpointemanor.com

GOOGLE MAP: http://tinyurl.com/eastpointemanor

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WARD CHURCH
40000 Six Mile Rd,
Northville Township, MI

- Is located at Haggerty & 6 mile road in Northville Township.
- Entrance is off 6 mile, west of Haggerty.
- Parking Lot A. (East side of building).
- Follow signs to Knox Hall.

GOOGLE MAP: http://tinyurl.com/wardchurch


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FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Chris Lemieux - Commissioner
519-250-7274
chris@thewchl.com

Jason Drapinski - Deputy Commissioner
810-623-3931
jason@thewchl.com

Mary Stack - Deputy Commissioner
248-321-2914
mstack@thewchl.com


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- Join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/thewchl

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/08/16/mustangs-win-silver-at-the-2010-north-american-powerhockey-cup http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/08/16/mustangs-win-silver-at-the-2010-north-american-powerhockey-cup Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:04:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/08/16/mustangs-win-silver-at-the-2010-north-american-powerhockey-cup
The Mustangs had a record of 5-1 during the tournament, with their only loss coming in the finals to the Minnesota Saints, 6-4. In previous PowerHockey Cups the Mustangs have never placed higher than [...]]]>
The Mustangs had a record of 5-1 during the tournament, with their only loss coming in the finals to the Minnesota Saints, 6-4. In previous PowerHockey Cups the Mustangs have never placed higher than 6th place.

During the closing ceremonies the Mustangs came away with three awards (as voted upon by the opposition & referees):

- Best Goalie (Dean Olivas)
- Best Offensive Forward (Kevin Konfara)
- Best Coaching Staff (Steve Nelson, Rich Drapinski & Matt Winowski)

We couldn't be more proud of how far we've come over the past few years.

We are proud to represent Michigan and would like to thank you to all of our players, friends and family who supported us both In Toronto and back home in HockeyTown.


2010 North American PowerHockey Cup Silver Medalists
29 Chris Lemieux (C)
7 Jason Drapinski (A)
25 Marty Witberg (A)
19 Anthony Nelson
20 Zeljko Sreckovic
23 Kevin Konfara
43 Drew Canada
77 Josh Cueter
89 Dean Olivas

COACHES
5 Steve Nelson
81 Rich Drapinski
87 Matt Winowski

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/06/14/introducing-the-paul-yankle-scholarship http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/06/14/introducing-the-paul-yankle-scholarship Mon, 14 Jun 2010 09:19:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/06/14/introducing-the-paul-yankle-scholarship
Paul took pride in his education, good sportsmanship and ability to encourage others to be their best, always with a positive attitude.

Paul always tried to lead by example in everything he did and he was an inspiration to his [...]]]>
The Paul Yankle Scholarship was founded in 2010 to honor the memory of WCHL Alumni, #6 Paul Yankle.

Paul took pride in his education, good sportsmanship and ability to encourage others to be their best, always with a positive attitude.

Paul always tried to lead by example in everything he did and he was an inspiration to his former classmates and teammates.

This scholarship, worth $150, will be awarded annually to one WCHL player enrolling in (this upcoming September), or currently enrolled in, a post-secondary education school. Online classes do count.

To apply, download this Microsoft Word Document, Save it - fill it out & when finished, please re-save it and email the finished document to Chris at chris@thewchl.com

The submission deadline is Sunday August 1st


** If you cannot open the document please email me for details.




]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/05/30/2010-all-star-game http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/05/30/2010-all-star-game Sun, 30 May 2010 11:50:33 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/05/30/2010-all-star-game
The game will be Red Vs. Blue, each team consisting of 8 players and 2 goalies. Skills competitions will take place in-between periods.

Goalies will each play 1 ½ periods of play, at the whistle closest to the 10:00 mark of the 2nd [...]]]>
The 2010 WCHL All-Star Game will take place on June 12th @ Ward Church from 12:00 - 3:00pm

The game will be Red Vs. Blue, each team consisting of 8 players and 2 goalies. Skills competitions will take place in-between periods.

Goalies will each play 1 ½ periods of play, at the whistle closest to the 10:00 mark of the 2nd period, play will stop and the change will be made for both teams.

Come join us for the last WCHL game of the 2010 Season and see the stars shine.

Congratulations to the 2010 All-Stars as voted by the players and fans.


RED:
Anthony Nelson (SEA)
Zeljko Sreckovic (HOR)
Matt Schwarck (COB)
Chris Lemieux (HOR)
Jason Drapinski (SEA)
Frank Rogers (COB)
Sheryl Stumbaugh (WFP)
Josh Cueter (WFP)

GOALIES:
Colin Northrup (WFP)
Jamie Porter (SEA)


BLUE:
Kevin Konfara (HOR)
Drew Canada (HOR)
Mary Stack (COB)
Tristan Parent (SEA)
Anthony Nowak (SEA)
Marty Witberg (WFP)
Clay Martin (COB)
Ken Lloyd (WFP)

GOALIES:
Dean Olivas (COB)
Alec Raymond (HOR)

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/05/23/hornets-crowned-2009-10-wheelers-cup-champions http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/05/23/hornets-crowned-2009-10-wheelers-cup-champions Sun, 23 May 2010 17:32:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/05/23/hornets-crowned-2009-10-wheelers-cup-champions Hornets defeat the Seals 9-5 in Game Two of the Wheeler's Cup Finals.

Hornets Win the Best-of-Three Series 2-0 to be crowned 2009-10 Champions.

Kevin Konfara is awarded the [...]]]>
The Hornets defeat the Seals 9-5 in Game Two of the Wheeler's Cup Finals.

Hornets Win the Best-of-Three Series 2-0 to be crowned 2009-10 Champions.

Kevin Konfara is awarded the President's Trophy Playoff MVP.

2009-10 Wheeler's Cup Champion Hornets:

#66 Chris Lemieux - C
#20 Zeljko Sreckovic - A (1st Cup in 12 Seasons)
#45 Kevin Konfara - A
#90 Kenny Haran (1st Cup in 12 Seasons)
#23 Alex Maes
#43 Drew Canada
#48 Nick Schrade
#83 Olivia Werstein
#47 Alec Raymond - G
#86 Joe Mundt

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/02/23/2010-divine-child-game-on-ice-mar-21 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/02/23/2010-divine-child-game-on-ice-mar-21 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:40:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/02/23/2010-divine-child-game-on-ice-mar-21
2010 Game On Ice

Sunday, March 21st, 2010
2-4 p.m.
U of M - Dearborn Fieldhouse

TICKETS - $2.00

To sign up to play contact Jason Drapinski:
810-623-3931 or
2010 Game On Ice

Sunday, March 21st, 2010
2-4 p.m.
U of M - Dearborn Fieldhouse

TICKETS - $2.00

To sign up to play contact Jason Drapinski:
810-623-3931 or jason@thewchl.com

** PLAYERS MUST RSVP BY MARCH 13th **

This is the league's biggest fundraiser of the year and we ask that players and fans participate... For anyone who hasn't experienced this before....it is three periods of 5 on 5 hockey (no goalies) on ice, in your wheelchair.

Each WCHL player will be paired up with a skater from the Divine Child Falcons Hockey Team to help with steering and give that boost of extra speed.

WCHL alumni players are welcomed to play in the game as well.

We also need volunteers to please bring baked goods to sell.

All Proceeds Go To The WCHL

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DIRECTIONS
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U of M--Dearborn Fieldhouse
4901 Evergreen Rd
Dearborn, Michigan 48120

Google Maps:
http://tinyurl.com/goi2k10

The U of M Fieldhouse is part of the U of M Dearborn campus.

The campus is located on: Evergreen Rd off of Ford Rd. Evergreen is between Telegraph and Southfield Rd.

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/02/11/team-photo-day-feb-13 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/02/11/team-photo-day-feb-13 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:36:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2010/02/11/team-photo-day-feb-13
We ask that everyone has their individual and team photo taken. You do not have to purchase anything, we just ask that you all get your pictures taken for our website and [...]]]>
We ask that everyone has their individual and team photo taken. You do not have to purchase anything, we just ask that you all get your pictures taken for our website and archives.

Hornets and Cobras please arrive early for your game so you can get your pictures taken while the Seals and Wolf Pack play.

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/09/21/2009-10-rulebook http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/09/21/2009-10-rulebook Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:04:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/09/21/2009-10-rulebook
To view all changes and the 2009-10 WCHL Rulebook

Visit The Rules Page [...]]]>
To view all changes and the 2009-10 WCHL Rulebook

Visit The Rules Page

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/07/23/michigan-mustangs-win-first-us-powerhockey-championship-in-state-history http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/07/23/michigan-mustangs-win-first-us-powerhockey-championship-in-state-history Thu, 23 Jul 2009 14:57:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/07/23/michigan-mustangs-win-first-us-powerhockey-championship-in-state-history
The 2009 Mustangs became the first PowerHockey team to ever bring home a championship to the state of [...]]]>
The Michigan Mustangs have won the 2009 Carolina PowerHockey Invitational after they defeated the Minnesota Selects 4-3 during the final at the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, home of the NHL’s Hurricanes.

The 2009 Mustangs became the first PowerHockey team to ever bring home a championship to the state of Michigan.

From July 17-19 the Mustangs competed in the 2009 Carolina PowerHockey Invitational which was a 3-day, round-robin and playoffs versus teams from Carolina, Philadelphia & Minnesota in the sport of PowerHockey.

After storming back from a two-goal deficit, the Mustangs defeated the top-seeded Minnesota Selects 4-3 in the championship game Sunday at the RBC Center.

This is the Mustangs’ FIRST Tournament Championship since they started competing nationally in 2000.

The Mustangs had previously never finished higher than 6th place in any previous tournaments.

Every player on the team recorded at least one goal during the tournament. Kevin Konfara & rookie Josh Cueter led the team in goals, each netting 11.

The Mustangs finished the tournament with a 5-1 Record, with their only loss coming in the round-robin versus Minnesota.

PowerHockey is the sport of floor hockey, in which the athletes compete in electric wheelchairs and have a wide range of disabilities. Originally started in Canada in the early 1980’s PowerHockey is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. PowerHockey has been in Michigan since 1996 and the Michigan Mustangs have competed in four previous tournaments in Toronto, Minnesota (2) and Calgary since they began traveling in 2000.

The Mustangs are a team of All-Stars from the WCHL. The WCHL was established in 1996 and is a four team, 40 player league of males and females ranging in age from 10 – 60+. It is a non-profit organization that offers a competitive league for people with various disabilities, who couldn’t normally play the sport of hockey.

For more information visit www.michiganmustangs.net

MEDIA EXPOSURE & INTERVIEWS

After this historic win and proud moment for the Mustangs and the State of Michigan we would appreciate any media exposure possible for our team and the sport of PowerHockey. To request an interview or to attain pictures or video for exposure
please contact Chris Lemieux at:

chris@thewchl.com or 519.250.7274

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/07/05/2009-banquet-info http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/07/05/2009-banquet-info Sun, 05 Jul 2009 13:44:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/07/05/2009-banquet-info
If you plan on attending the banquet you must confirm your attendance to Jason [...]]]>
If you plan on attending the banquet you must confirm your attendance to Jason Drapinski, at Jason@thewchl.com, by August 22nd.

Payment can be sent, by August 22nd, to :

Brenda Drapinski
20917 East Trebesh
Pinckney, MI 48169

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EVENT INFO
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When: Sept 13, 2009 3-7pm
Where: Eastpointe Manor
24611 Gratiot Ave
Eastpointe, MI 48021

http://tinyurl.com/o6m226

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/06/19/2009-10-player-registration http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/06/19/2009-10-player-registration Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:20:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/06/19/2009-10-player-registration August 15 & August 22 from 12:00pm – 3:00pm at Ward Church.

If you are interested in playing in the 09-10 Season you must attend at least one of these dates.

These are dates both player scrimmages where players can practice and get ready for [...]]]> August 15 & August 22 from 12:00pm – 3:00pm at Ward Church.

If you are interested in playing in the 09-10 Season you must attend at least one of these dates.

These are dates both player scrimmages where players can practice and get ready for the up coming season.

All players must attend registration to be re-evaluated.

Players must be at least 10 years old, use a wheelchair and have the cognitive ability to understand the rules of hockey.

Player dues are $50 for the season – Checks can be made payable to the WCHL.

DIRECTIONS - WARD CHURCH:
40000 Six Mile Rd. Is located at Haggerty & 6 mile road in Northville Township. Entrance is off 6 mile, west of Haggerty.
Parking Lot A. (East side of building). Follow signs to Knox Hall.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Chris Lemieux - Commissioner
519-250-7274
chris@thewchl.com

Jason Drapinski - Deputy Commissioner
810-623-3931
jason@thewchl.com

Mary Stack - Deputy Commissioner
248-321-2914
mstack@thewchl.com

Visit us online at http://www.thewchl.com

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/06/13/back-in-black-seals-claim-the-cup http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/06/13/back-in-black-seals-claim-the-cup Sat, 13 Jun 2009 21:33:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/06/13/back-in-black-seals-claim-the-cup
Anthony Nelson won the President's Trophy for Playoff MVP.

This is the Seals' first championship in nine years since they won back-to-back titles in 98-99 / 99-00.

This is the Seals' third championship [...]]]>
Anthony Nelson won the President's Trophy for Playoff MVP.

This is the Seals' first championship in nine years since they won back-to-back titles in 98-99 / 99-00.

This is the Seals' third championship overall and first in the goalie era of WCHL.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2008-09 WHEELERS CUP CHAMPION SEALS

#25 - Jason Drapinski (C)
#89 - Dean Olivas (A)
#24 - Anthony Nelson (A)
#34 - Frank Rogers
#10 - Angel Irvin
#12 - Jon Davis
#41 - Mike Frank
#91 - Paul D'Angelo
#21 - Monica Chupko
#17 - Sarah Palk

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/05/26/search-support-the-wchl http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/05/26/search-support-the-wchl Tue, 26 May 2009 14:35:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/05/26/search-support-the-wchl
GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half [...]]]>
What if the WCHL earned a donation every time you searched the Internet? Or how about if a percentage of every purchase you made online went to support our league? Well, now we can!

GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate. Use it just as you would any search engine, get quality search results from Yahoo, and watch the donations add up!

GoodShop.com is a new online shopping mall which donates up to 37 percent of each purchase to your favorite cause! Hundreds of great stores including Amazon, Target, Gap, Best Buy, ebay, Macy's and Barnes & Noble have teamed up with GoodShop and every time you place an order, you’ll be supporting your favorite cause.

Just go to www.goodsearch.com and be sure to enter the WCHL as the charity you want to support. And, be sure to spread the word!

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Our Direct Link:
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http://www.goodsearch.com/?charityid=904287


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Press Releases & Articles
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Read more about GoodSearch & GoodShop as seen on ABC News & CNN

http://www.goodsearch.com/press.aspx

]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/04/04/this-week-in-hockey http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/04/04/this-week-in-hockey Sat, 04 Apr 2009 19:09:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/04/04/this-week-in-hockey Game Results
This week in hockey; the Seals and Hornets both took one game leads in their Best of 3 Series' versus the Cobras and Wolf Pack respectively.

Picnic
If you still haven't signed up for the picnic please contact Barb Ulewicz - Game Results
This week in hockey; the Seals and Hornets both took one game leads in their Best of 3 Series' versus the Cobras and Wolf Pack respectively.

Picnic
If you still haven't signed up for the picnic please contact Barb Ulewicz - babsy4969@yahoo.com

50/50 Winner
"Stats Chick" Beth Leboswky won $85.00 on this week's 50/50

Special Thanks
To Messer Orthopedics for coming by with their display and for sponsoring and purchasing new WCHL All-Star Jerseys

April Birthdays
3rd - Mary Stack - 35
14th - Derek Spry - 21
22nd - Marty Witberg - 31
23rd - Jason Drapinski - 20
24th - Kevin Konfara - 17


]]> http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/04/02/wchl-picnic-august-8th http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/04/02/wchl-picnic-august-8th Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:13:00 +0000 http://THEWCHL.COM/blog/2009/04/02/wchl-picnic-august-8th
Saturday, August 8th at Kennedy Park in Eastpointe.

We have the pavillion reserved from 12pm until 10pm in the evening.

Lunch will be served around 1pm and throughout the afternoon.

This is a BBQ + Pot Luck meal.

GAMES - FOOD - FRIENDS & [...]]]>
Saturday, August 8th at Kennedy Park in Eastpointe.

We have the pavillion reserved from 12pm until 10pm in the evening.

Lunch will be served around 1pm and throughout the afternoon.

This is a BBQ + Pot Luck meal.

GAMES - FOOD - FRIENDS & HOCKEY!

Any new families who may be interested in playing next season are also welcomed.

If you would like to email Barb to sign-up, she can be reached at:

babsy4969@yahoo.com



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