It is Too Late to Start My Child 

No experience is necessary! Most kids playing in the BHC either could not skate or were just learning when they joined. Players join the Mite Program at all ages and most older Mites will catch up very quickly due to advanced maturity and coordination! The BHC also offers FREE clinics to get registered players on the ice And learning prior to the start of the season. 

Hockey is Too Expensive 

The BHC Mite program offers a less expensive rate for first time players and is one of the least expensive Mite programs in the Twin Cities. Comparatively, the Mite hockey season lasts longer than other youth sports (usually running from late October through the end of March) and is very competitive with the cost of other sports when compared on a per game and practice basis. Unlike outdoor sports, there are no rainouts or makeup games so if your child is scheduled to play they do. Hockey equipment also does not have to cost more than other sporting equipment. Beginner equipment packs are available at Play It Again Sports for $119.99 or $99.99 if you mention you are part of BHC Hockey prior to the set being rung up.  Set includes Gloves, Shinguards, elbow pads, shoulder pads, pants/breezers and a bag.  

Hockey is Too Time Consuming 

A commitment is necessary to bring your skater to practices and scrimmages throughout the season. Allow an extra 30 minutes before practice to help your skater into the equipment and lace up the skates (other parents and coaches will show you how.) At the Mite level, indoor practice and games are held weekend mornings and afternoons at the Burnsville Ice Center. Most teams will also have evening outdoor practices at neighborhood rinks during the week as weather permits. Hockey encourages families to spend time together and get to know other families in the community. These friends and memories will last a lifetime and there is truly NO better way to get through a Minnesota winter! 

Hockey is Too Violent. 

All sports have an element of inherent risk as far as injury is concerned. Hockey is no different, but it actually ranks behind football, soccer, and snowboarding for injuries in numerous studies. The National Sports Safety Foundation says that ice hockey is one of the safest contact sports for children when players are properly outfitted with equipment. There is also no checking or fighting in Mite hockey leagues.