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Welcome to the August edition of the Bears Community Newsletter. I hope you’ll bare with me as I migrate the newsletter to a new platform, hence the changing design. If something doesn’t look or act the right way, let me know.
I’m light on pictures and longer-form articles today because, you know, summer and all. Despite that, let’s get into a couple of important and timely updates.
I’ll see you at the rink.
Oakland Bears Hockey Foundation Welcome BBQ
2023 Welcome BBQ
We are excited to welcome Bears families, both old and new, to the 2024-25 hockey season with a BBQ at Lake Chabot Regional Park!
This Saturday 8/17
Noon-3pm
Event Highlights:
Gear exchange
Games
Family-friendly activities (feel free to bring your own)
Food:
Hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be provided.
Donations:
Suggested donation: $15 per person or $40 per family.
Donations can be made in advance using the link below or on the day of the event.
No donation is too small, and none is required to enjoy the food and drinks. Proceeds will benefit the foundation’s mission.
The site at Lake Chabot is here:
If you’d like to volunteer to help with the event (set up, games, gear exchange, grilling food) please contact Lisa Corman at 415-640-0543 or Todd Lathrop at 510-205-1995. If you can loan a blanket, grilling tools, or a cooler - please let us know.
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND AND WISH TO DONATE TO SUPPORT OUR MISSION, PLEASE DO SO HERE:
Equipment Requirements for the 2024-25 Season
Youth players at all levels are now required to wear a neckguard for all on-ice activities. It’s a good idea to pack an extra one or two in your bag in case your child or their teammate forgets or loses theirs.
Where to Get Neck Guards:
The OIC Pro Shop has stocked up.
You can get a complementary protector from the San Jose Sharks, but please note there is a 4-6 week wait period.
Mouth Guards Required for 12U and Older Players
For families with kids moving into the 12U age bracket, your player is now required to wear a mouth guard for games. Officials will issue a warning for the first infraction and a 10 minute misconduct for further violations. The pro shop carries a selection at the rink.
The mission of the Oakland Bears Hockey Foundation (OBHF) is to support and grow the sport of hockey throughout the Oakland area. We believe:
Hockey is for everyone
Economic factors should not prohibit youth involvement in hockey
Sports foster important life skills in youth of any age
Your Donation at Work
When you donate to OBHF, your generosity helps pay for scholarship players’: