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

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

3. 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

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

5. Hockey Outlook

6. 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.
Season Updates
Current schedule is posted online.
Thanksgiving Tournament – Milwaukee.
Off ice work outs at Appleton North - after school.

7. 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

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

9. 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.

10. 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

11. 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

12. 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 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. Booster Club Communication:
Website
NGIN with iCal
VolunteerSpot for game day activities
Updates
Provide your info to Lea Gysan
Social Media
Facebook Appleton United Boys Hockey (AHBC)
Twitter
Coach Brolsma Contact Info

16. ?
Questions

17. Thank You
&
Go UNITED!