APPLETON UNITED BOYS HOCKEY Player/Parent Meeting September 19, 2017

Agenda Introduction - Appleton Hockey Booster Club - Coaching Staff Coach Brolsma Comments Coach Andrews Comments Booster Club – Fundraising & Events Questions

Appleton Hockey Booster Club Officers: President Paul Baker Vice President Becky Unterriker Secretary Lea Gysan Treasurer Andy Ryan Committee: Communications Tina Jensen Events Jayne Schermerhorn Fundraising Heather Olson Athletic Director Nate Werner

Varsity Head Coach Mike Brolsma Junior Varsity Head Coach Kyle Andrews Assistant Coach Matt Hughes Assistant Coach Nick Janssen

2017-18 Hockey Outlook

Coach’s Update Off-Season Training Opportunities Captain’s Practice Monday and Wednesday starting October 2nd . 3:45 – 5 pm at AFIC Forms/Physicals Attend winter code of conduct meeting at your home school. Must have Ok from school secretaries by tryouts – no exceptions. Sports Physicals – Orthopedic and Sports Institute of Fox Valley. 2017-2018 Season Updates Current schedule is posted online. Thanksgiving Tournament – Milwaukee. Off ice work outs at Appleton North - after school.

Coach’s Update Apparel Road – AU branded apparel only, including hats. Road attire will vary throughout the season - sweats or khakis Home – Dress pants, button down shirt, tie, dress shoes - no sneakers. Warm Up Gear - must have sweats & athletic shoes in bag at all times. Off Ice Work-outs – must have an AU t-shirt. Equipment Helmet – Bauer Model – must be navy blue. Team will supply supply gloves, bags, hockey jersey’s & socks. Equipment hand out early November. Tryouts Week of November 6th

Appleton United Under Armor apparel: Individually order on-line Submitted as team. Appleton United Fan Apparel: In-game sales table

Booster Club Purpose: Ensure financial resources required by Appleton United Boys’ Hockey Team are available and well managed. Assess player fees and lead fundraising activities Support annual team expenses in excess of those paid by Appleton Area School District Engage in activities to promote and sustain high school boy’s hockey in Appleton. Promote the team on game night, across the schools and community Coordinate the volunteers needed in support of the United Boys Hockey Team.

Booster Club Fundraising: GoFundMe ($1225 of $9000 goal) Launched September 5th Use social media to connect with family & friends 2. Corporate Sponsorship ($1000 of $5000 goal) Connect with local businesses you frequent $100, $250, or $500 levels Amazon Smile ($250 goal) Ongoing throughout the year 4. Green Bay Gamblers 50/50 Raffle (target $1000) Sunday, March 25th 5. Festival of Arts – Cancelled

Why We need to Fundraise Fundraising Level Achieved Fundraising Required per Person Resulting Skater Fees* $14,000 $438 $706 $10,500 $338 $816 $7,000 $219 $925 $3,500 $109 $1,034 $0 $1,144 * Based on 32 players

Estimated Fees for 2017-18 Season: Distribution of AHBC Funds: Anticipated expenses for upcoming season Savings for planned and unforeseen circumstances Capital planning - potential for locker room expansion, 2nd ice surface Estimated Fees for 2017-18 Season: Note: Will confirm fees October 1st, prior to opening registration. Full payment due October 23rd, unless arrangements made with AD. Amount Payment Player Fees max $900 Check in AU Mailbox School Activity Fee $50 @ player’s school

In Season Events Date Opponent Event Dec. 22 Antigo Alumni Game Jan. 6 New Richmond Parent Night Jan. 13 Arrowhead U8 - AAHA Night Jan. 19 at Fox Cities Stars Breast Cancer Awareness Game Jan. 23 Notre Dame Senior Night Feb 15 Waupan U6 – AAHA Night

Other Really Important Stuff: Parent volunteers on Game Day: Entrance table [2] Office ice officials [2] – time clock, score sheet AU-Wear table [2] Note: “Sign Up” system is now open through AU website Over next 2 weeks, please sign up for 5 events On Oct. 4th, will assign individuals to unfilled spots Individual will be responsible to find alternate person if unable to attend on assigned date Booster Club Membership: A 1 year membership is $30, a lifetime membership is $100. Either one allows you to purchase 2 season passes for $15 each

Booster Club Communication: Website http://appletonunited.org/ NGIN with iCal VolunteerSpot for game day activities E-Mail Updates appleton.hockey@gmail.com Provide your info to Lea Gysan Social Media Facebook Appleton United Boys Hockey (AHBC) Twitter feed @AppletonHockeyB Coach Brolsma Contact Info michael.brolsma@gmail.com 920-422-4845

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Thank You & Go UNITED!