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Based on the regular questions asked by people looking to get into the sport we have compiled a rough guide of what you will need and what to expect playing ice hockey in Ireland.
Ability:
People of all ability levels are welcome to train and compete with the Dublin Buccaneers. An ability to skate (either roller or ice) is essential and fundamental to the sport. A working knowledge of the sport is preferable but not essential as it can be taught. We offer 3 levels of accessibility. "Development team" -For brand new players coming to the sport, developing players or players who want to train but not compete.
"A and B teams" - Competitive level teams playing within the Nigel Smeaton Memorial Cup and selectable for challenge matches.
Training:
We train weekly on a Tuesday night on roller blades (Blanchardstown, Dublin) from 9-10pm and on ice (Belfast, Northern Ireland) we train on either a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, as allocated by the IIHA. Up to date training and game schedule is listed in our schedule.
Games:
As Ireland has no permanent ice rink all of our games are played in Dundonald Ice Bowl in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is the responsibility of the player to arrange travel to and from all games. We tend to carpool to save travel costs where possible.
Cost:
Club registration, off/on ice training fees and game fees are paid annually.
Equipment:
Ice hockey is a physical sport and as such protective equipment is mandatory. The following is a breakdown of equipment needed.
Helmet
Chest guard
Elbow pads
Gloves
Groin guard/cup
Hockey shorts
Shin/knee pads
Skates and stick
Jersey and socks (Jerseys are ordered periodically throughout the year.)
The club does not have rental or loaner equipment and while every effort will be made to accommodate new players, we can't source or loan all equipment. Equipment can be sourced online through various websites or Facebook market place or ice hockey Buy/Sell pages.
Hopefully this covered all you'll need to know to move forward into the addictive world of ice hockey but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us.
Ability:
People of all ability levels are welcome to train and compete with the Dublin Buccaneers. An ability to skate (either roller or ice) is essential and fundamental to the sport. A working knowledge of the sport is preferable but not essential as it can be taught. We offer 3 levels of accessibility. "Development team" -For brand new players coming to the sport, developing players or players who want to train but not compete.
"A and B teams" - Competitive level teams playing within the Nigel Smeaton Memorial Cup and selectable for challenge matches.
Training:
We train weekly on a Tuesday night on roller blades (Blanchardstown, Dublin) from 9-10pm and on ice (Belfast, Northern Ireland) we train on either a Friday, Saturday or Sunday, as allocated by the IIHA. Up to date training and game schedule is listed in our schedule.
Games:
As Ireland has no permanent ice rink all of our games are played in Dundonald Ice Bowl in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is the responsibility of the player to arrange travel to and from all games. We tend to carpool to save travel costs where possible.
Cost:
Club registration, off/on ice training fees and game fees are paid annually.
- Registration for the IIHA is €70 annually. You must register with the IIHA in order to train or compete with any club in Ireland and this is separate from Dublin Buccaneer club fees.
Equipment:
Ice hockey is a physical sport and as such protective equipment is mandatory. The following is a breakdown of equipment needed.
Helmet
Chest guard
Elbow pads
Gloves
Groin guard/cup
Hockey shorts
Shin/knee pads
Skates and stick
Jersey and socks (Jerseys are ordered periodically throughout the year.)
The club does not have rental or loaner equipment and while every effort will be made to accommodate new players, we can't source or loan all equipment. Equipment can be sourced online through various websites or Facebook market place or ice hockey Buy/Sell pages.
Hopefully this covered all you'll need to know to move forward into the addictive world of ice hockey but if you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact us.
