Congratulations Nordiques! Winner of the 2012 DWHL Summer Intermediate League and the Granato Cup

BelaHockey would like to congratulate the Nordiques!  The Nordiques defeated the Northstars 6-4 to take home the Denver Women's Hockey League (DWHL) Summer League Intermediate championship and the BelaHockey Granato Cup.  Congratulations to the Nordiques! 

See www.dwhl.org for more details and information on the upcoming season.

Q&A with Bela Coach Doug Johnson

BelaHockey is excited to have Doug Johnson, Head Coach of the Madison Capitols U19 Girls, Tier I team back for our second annual Girls Tune-Up Hockey Camp in San Jose, CA! This special youth girls camp will run from May11-13 at the Sharks Ice Arena.

Doug brings year's of valuable coaching experience to the camp and has developed an expertise in helping girl's reach their potential as opportunities continue to expand for female players. We asked Doug a few questions about himself so camper's could get a better idea of what to expect from Coach Doug at this year's Bela Tune-Up Camp.

How long have you been coaching hockey? What made you decide to start?

I have been coaching since 2004 - 8 years. I started because I wanted to help my brother (Patrick) and my sisters (Mikayla & Megan) have a good experience with the sport while learning valuable life lessons. Looking up to my father as hockey coach also had something to do with it.

Why did you decide to coach girls?

I love the sport and wanted to give back to my community as well as help my sisters.

How do you think the sport is evolving for girls and women?

It's unbelievable where women's hockey has come today, especially in the last 10 years. The intensity of pace at the Division I Collegiate level is extraordinary and exciting to watch. Getting to that level starts with the youth programs and the amount of opportunities for young women now has increased tenfold. I can only see the future of the sport becoming more and more competitive.

Tell us about the bio-board? What was the inspiration for it and how does it work?

I created the Bio-Board to help young athletes improve their balance while having fun. The idea began in my first couple years of coaching when I was inspired by another passion of mine: board sports (skateboarding, snowboarding, long boarding). I still haven't found another tool that can teach the same concepts while keeping the off-ice training exciting and giving great results.

To use the board you place one or both feet on the outside of the board which is on top of a roller. When you are in that position you can roll back and forth. It takes a few minutes just to learn how to stand on the board but once you conquer that aspect, you focus on holding different positions - similar to yoga. I refer to the training as "yoga on a board."

How is the bio-board incorporated into the Bela camps?

We incorporate the Bio-Board in the Bela Camps by teaching these young athletes how to start using the board. Mastering the Bio-Board takes time so we want to give them an opportunity to try this great product by exposing them to it.

What do you think is the most important thing that girls can take away from their experience at the Bela Tune-Up camp in San Jose?

That hockey is a fun and exciting sport. With hard work and a good attitude, any dream is possible.

Introducing the *New* Personalized Bela Duffel

The perfect holiday gift for your hockey girl!

Check out BelaHockey's new custom duffel bag, perfectly sized for the gym or overnight travel. This sturdy bag can be personalzied with the player's name and number to make it a one-of-a-kind accessory for your hockey girl!

• Made with 600 denier polyester


• D-shaped zipped entry for easy access


• Padded handle


• Detachable, adjustable shoulder strap


• Two front zipper pockets


• Two large side pockets


• Dimensions: 13.5"h x 27.25"w x 14.5" d; Approx. 5.372 cubic inches


• Colors: Light Blue, Pink


• Price: $55; Personalization: $5

If bag is personalized, please allow two weeks for delivery. Order by Monday, December 5 to ensure arrival by Christmas.

"Know It and Love It" Giveaway

BelaHockey is giving away gear to one lucky hockey fan!

Register to win a BelaHockey Junior Granato Composite Stick, Katie Kap, and soft cotton long-sleeve tee. The "Know It and Love It" package is perfect for the hockey girl that wants to show she's a BelaHockey fan on and off the ice.

Follow the link and click on the "Enter" button to register as a participant in our free sweepstakes!

Entrants must be fans of BelaHockey on Facebook or can email their contact information directly to info@belahockey.com. No purchase necessary. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by or associated with Facebook.

The promotion is valid until 11/21/2011 at 11:45 pm EST.

ENTER TODAY!!

Head to Toe - She's All BelaHockey

San Jose camper, Paige, shows off her now complete set of BelaHockey gear (jersey, stick and socks) before getting on the ice for her first mite practice!

Go get 'em Paige!

BelaHockey Granato Gold Colorado Camp - Day 2 Special

Show us proof that you "Like" us on Facebook (via print out or mobile device) and receive 10% off your total purchase.

BelaHockey Granato Gold Colorado Camp - Day 1 Special

Colorado Campers! Welcome to Day 1 of our Granato Gold Camp! Come to camp with a smile on your face and receive $5.00 off a purchase of a BelaHockey Tee. Remember...it has to be a BIG smile!

Hotel Suggestions for Granato Gold Camp in Colorado

For our campers traveling longer distances for our BelaHockey Granato Gold Camp in Arvada, Colorado, here are some hotel suggestions.

Omni Interlocken (Broomfield)
500 Interloken Blvd.
Denver (Broomfield), CO 80021
P: (303)438-6600
$122/night for a standard room with two queen size beds
www.omnihotels.com/findahotel/denverinterlocken/meetingfacilities/BelaHockey8.aspx

Marriott Townplaces Suites (Broomfield)
480 Flatron Blvd.
Broomfield, CO 80021
P: (303)466-2200
$99/night for standard suite
$149/night for a two-bedroom suite
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/dentb-townplace-suites-boulder-broomfield/

BelaHockey San Jose Girls Tune-Up Camp: Day 1 Report Out

Clear sunny skies and a warm Bay Area day welcomed BelaHockey as we kicked off our first ever San Jose Girls Tune-Up camp. Sharks Ice at San Jose was abuzz with excitement following the previous night's Game 7 Sharks win over the Red Wings. The sounds of figure skaters practicing to classical tunes was overridden by the chatter only a group of girls girls hockey players ready to hit the ice can make.

The novice group took to the ice first with a lot of big smiles and even more enthusiasm.

Second came the advanced group who hit the ice with a lot of energy. They came ready to skate, to work hard and have some fun!

Overall, a very successful and fun first day of camp. Day 2 will be packed with dryland training sessions using the Bio-Board and more on-ice skills and drills.

The full set of photos from our San Jose Girls Tune-Up Camp can be found on our Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bela-Hockey/9316278651

BelaHockey Women's Team at the 10th Annual Front Range Face Off

Come check out our BelaHockey Women's team at the 10th Annual Front Range Face Off Tournament this weekend in Westminster, Colorado!

Game 1: Thursday, May 5 (AT APEX): 9:00pm vs. Hoosier Daddy
Game 2: Saturday, May 7 (AT ICE CENTRE): 11:45am vs. Rampage
Game 3: Saturday, May 7 (AT ICE CENTRE): 5:30pm vs. Breckenridge Betties
Game 4: TBD - Seed's 1-4 Sunday Morning

BelaHockey would like to congratulate the Cliffhangers Hockey organization on 10 years of a wonderful women's tournament. For those mother and daughter hockey players out there, Sunday, May 8th will also feature a Mother/Daughter Exhibition game.

This is a wonderful tournament, if you can't check it out this year, we encourage you to come check it out in year's to come!

Announcing BelaHockey Girls Tune-Up Camp!

BelaHockey Girls Tune-Up Camp

San Jose, CA

May 13-15, 2011

Join head coach Doug Johnson of the Madison Capitols for a three-day girls hockey "tune-up" camp to refine and develop your skills on and off the ice.

This year's camp will feature 3 - 1.25 hour on-ice sessions as well as 2 - 1 hour sessions of off-ice dryland training featuring the Bio-Board, developed by Doug Johnson.

Hosted by San Jose Jr. Sharks Girls Hockey.

Register before April 15 to receive discount pricing!

Complete details can be found in our online camp brouchure or by visiting http://www.belahockey.com/.

REGISTER ONLINE NOW! Camps are limited to the first 30 skaters and 4 goalies in each division

San Jose Jr. Sharks Show Off their Jr. Granato's

Claire and Kiley from the San Jose Jr. Sharks U10 team show off their BelaHockey Jr. Granato composite sticks. Both girls scored goals using their Jr. Granato's in this mornings game versus the Lady Reign in this weekend's MLK Invitational Girls'/Women's Tournament in San Jose.

MLK Girls Tournament in San Jose

If you are in the San Jose area this weekend, come check out BelaHockey at the San Jose Jr. Sharks Invitational Girls'/Women's Hockey Tournament. The tournament is hosting 48 girls teams from all over the U.S. and Canada and is being held at Sharks Ice at San Jose on 1500 S. Tenth Street.

21% off Jr. Granato Composite Stick to Celebrate Hall of Fame Induction

To commemerate Cammi's induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame, we will be offering customers 21% off her signature Jr. Granato composite hockey stick during the month of November.

Regular Price: $109
Sale Price: $86

Take advantage of this special opportunity to own Cammi's limited edition junior stick designed exclusively for girls at a discounted price!

Congratulations Cammi Granato! Hockey Hall of Fame

We are proud to congratulate Cammi Granato, one the first female hockey players to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame. Cammi's accomplishments both on and off the ice have played a key role in the growth of women's hockey and she continues to be a strong role model for female players. We are proud to have Cammi as a part of the BelaHockey team.


Special Autograph Signing Session in Cammi's Home State - Illinois
Saturday, November 13
2:30-4:30 p.m.

Original Six Bar & Grill
Arctic Ice Arena
10700 160th Street
Orland Park, IL

Cammi Granato will be at Original Six located on the second floor of the Arctic Ice Arena signing autographs and showing off her new Granato Gold line from BelaHockey. Come take advantage of this opportunity to meet one of the sport's greatest female players and check out the newest colors and styles of her signature hockey line. This will be her first public appearance in her home state since becoming one of the first female hockey players ever inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.

For more information, please contact info@BelaHockey.com.

2010 Colorado Camp Thank You's

The 2010 BelaHockey Colorado Girls and Women's Summer Skills camp held at the APEX Center in Arvada, July 22-25 has come to an end. Coaches Chanda Gunn and Erin Keys put on a fantastic camp.

Girls Group

Women's Group

Coach Erin and Coach Chanda speak about their US National Team and Olympic experiences during open mic at the Saturday Night Fun Outing held at Stoney Creek Golf Course.

BelaHockey would like to extend a huge THANK YOU to all of the special ladies who gave of their time and who made this camp possible. Thank you for your dedication and love of our sport. The future of women's and girls ice hockey is so bright because of the light you all so willingly emit and share.

• Lisa Wild, Arvada Girls Hockey
• Jodie Immell and Andrea Steinle, Denver Women's Hockey League
• Hilary McNeish, Women's Association of Colorado Hockey
• Volunteer On-Ice Coaches: Lindsey Akers, Sarah Itri, Hilary McNeish, and Kristen VanSlyke

We'll be back! Stay tuned for information on our upcoming 2011 camps by visiting http://www.belahockey.com/

The complete set of camp photos can be found on our Facebook fanpage.

Colorado Camp: Day 4 - Wrap It Up!

Colorado Camp Participants - let's wrap up camp with an amazing last day! Bring in a Cammi Granato photo or article and take $5.00 off your $25.00 purchase.


Don't forget to use those BelaBucks up too!

Colorado Camp: Day 3 - Super Saturday

Let's Be Friends!

Become a fan or friend of BelaHockey on FaceBook, Twitter or My Space and receive $30.00 off our composite sticks or $10.00 off our wooden sticks on Saturday only. If you don't have an account set up, maybe mom or dad will add us! What a great deal for our FRIENDS!!

Friday Funday!

Day 2 of the BelaHockey Colorado Girls and Women's Summer Camp proved to be another day of fun and skating hard! Coaches Chanda, Erin and Jen started the day by taking a hike in the beautiful Flatrions of Boulder, Colorado.

In the afternoon, it was off to the rink for another fun day of camp. Camp kicked off with the girls group skating first. After a lot of hard skating the girls camp ended with a fun pick up sticks skating competition where the losing team had to do log rolls.

The women's group rocked in the 'Let's Give Back' Promotion bringing the most canned food donations for the local food bank and receiving 20% off all tee and jersey purchases. Way to go ladies! On the ice they worked on skating and puck protection; finishing the night with a fun 3 v 3 v 3 competion.

For the full camps worth of photos, check out our album on Facebook.

Colorado Camp: Day 2 - Let's Give Back!

Bela Colorado Campers! Let's Give Back!

Bring a non-perishable food item with you to tomorrow's (Friday) camp and receive 20% off your purchase of any tee or practice jersey. Food will be donated to the local food bank.