DC Youth Ball Hockey

Youth Ball Hockey League Spring 2026 Season Registration Open

For more info email: youth@playdchl.com

We are excited to announce that our Youth Ball Hockey Program is returning! The spring season kicks off on March 11 and runs through May. We are changing the format slightly with a new head coach to lead the program!

The Schedule:

  • Practices: Wednesday Evenings
    • Ages 4-8 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
    • Ages 9-14 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Games: Every Saturday in the early afternoon

We look forward to seeing the players back on the floor for another great season of hockey.

 

For more information, click the button to register or email youth@playdchl.com

Location: Rockville Sports Arena (60 Southlawn Ct, Rockville, MD)
Cost: $160 for practices, $160 for League games. If you sign up for both, it is $270.

Click here to register for the season! (Registration closes on October 1!)

 

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Practice & Game Details

Practices: Wednesdays | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Ages 4–8: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

  • Ages 9–14: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Games: Saturdays

  • Ages 4–8: First Hour

  • Ages 9–13: Second Hour

Note: Skill levels and group sizes can vary. Please check in with us at practice to determine the best fit for your child; we may adjust groups based on registration numbers.

Equipment Guide

We want to make getting on the floor as easy as possible! Here is what you’ll need:

  • Sticks: We provide loaner sticks to get you started. If you’re looking to buy, a one-piece stick in the $25–$50 range from Total Hockey is perfect for our league.

  • Helmets (Required): A hockey helmet with a cage is mandatory during live play.

    • Pro-Tip: You can find great deals on lightly used helmets at Replay Sports (right around the corner from the Sportsplex off Gude). They are open until 5:00 PM most days—tell them the league sent you!

    • New helmets are also available at Total Hockey or online. We do have a few extras to borrow if you’re in a pinch.

  • Shin Guards (Highly Recommended): We recommend soccer-style guards or street-hockey-specific ones (like the Mylec MK3 or MK5), which also provide knee protection.

    • Sizing Tip: Measure in inches from the top of the foot to the top of the knee.

  • Gloves (Recommended): While optional for younger players, gloves become more important for protection as the kids age up.

  • Goalie Gear: We have a full stock of youth street hockey goalie equipment in all sizes for anyone who wants to give the net a try!

    • Note: If your child plans to play goalie regularly, we strongly recommend bringing an athletic cup for protection.