The Citadel Hockey Team WANTS YOU!

About The Citadel

The Citadel seeks to provide the best qualities of a military and disciplined environment to support the growth and development of character, physical fitness, and moral and ethical principles, thereby preparing its students to meet the requirements of citizens and especially of leaders. From the first year, with the Fourth Class System, through the senior year, the military environment requires additional duties and responsibilities not normally found on a college campus.

The military environment at The Citadel also attempts to draw out and cultivate such values as truth, honor, integrity, and courage. Qualities of proper behavior and etiquette are stressed, and excellence in military bearing and appearance is taught. Whether in military or civilian life, the testimony of the value of this institution in service to the nation, state, and local communities is prominent.

Are you a leader? Are you ready for a challenge? Go here to find more information about becoming a member of the Corp of Cadets.

Citadel Ice Hockey, An Up and Coming Program

The Citadel Hockey Club is a member of th Blue Ridge Hockey Conference and plays teams from all over the Southeast including, NC, SC, FL and Virginia and usually plays in a military tournament in Annapolis, MD at the end of the year. The team is committed to continued growth and even greater success in the future. With only one senior for the 2007-2008 season the 2008-2009 season should be and exciting one. Players come from all over the United States from as far away as California and have hockey experience that ranges from Prep School, Junior Hockey to High School Hockey.

Equipment

Players will be issued game jerseys, pant shell, practice jerseys and socks. Game jerseys and pant shell must be turned in at the end of the season. Each player will also be provided with a helmet decal. All players must have a white helmet and navy and white gloves by the first game.

Practice Information

The Bulldogs practice once per week at the beautiful Carolina Ice Palace a state of the art two sheet rink in N. Charleston. Freshmen will be able to get rides from upperclassman to attend practice. An informational meeting will be held in the first couple of weeks of school and the date and time of this meeting will be posted on the website. Tryouts will be held around the first week in September.

Game Day

All games, with the exception of special tournaments are scheduled on the weekends to minimize the amount of missed classes. All home games are played at the Carolina Ice Palace. For away games the team travels in personal vehicles and Citadel provided vans.

Dues

Since The Citadel provides the team with limited funding, players must pay dues each semester. The cost of dues changes from year to year but should be in the range of $400 per semester which makes playing for The Citadel very cost effective. Players also are encouraged to seek out sponsorships which helps reduce dues.

Contact

We hope this information has helped make your decision whether or not to attend try outs. The Citadel provides a great and unique education and being able to play ice hockey is an added bonus. So if you feel like you are not through with your hockey career, take your game to the next level with The Citadel Hockey Team! If you are thinking of attending The Citadel and want to play Hockey, please fill out our Player Bio Sheet. Prospective players who wish to meet with current players or coaches while in Charleston should contact our Head Coach, David Spooner.

Next Game

November 7th & 8th, 2008

The Citadel VS Clemson.

Greenville, SC

Quick Links

The Citadel Hockey Team has volunteer job opportunities available. Would you like to get some real world experience in public relations? Contact Coach Spooner for an interview.

Media Relations:

Responsibilities of this position include all relations with the media (in house and outside) including organizing interviews, releasing requested information and all other media request. Also would be responsible for writing game recaps, press releases and news for the team website. Would also be asked to help generate publicity from local media and portraying The Citadel Hockey Club in a positive light.

Marketing Director:

Would be responsible for working with students in developing and implementing marketing strategies to help publicize The Citadel Hockey Club. Finding effective ways to market the club on campus and increasing the share of student support will be a priority. Marketing the club with little or no budget will be a challenge. This person will be the coordinator of all marketing efforts and will give guidance to all student athletes to help achieve these goals.

Videographer:

This person would be responsible for videotaping and still photography at games. The use of tape is very important in the team’s off ice training and may be used in recruiting activities. Still photography will be used for promotional activities and the club’s website. Use of a video camera and a still camera will be available if you do not have your own.