"All In Policy"

COMMUNICATION EXPECTATIONS

• If you are not 100%, don't sign up. 
• NO make-ups or credits for missed skates. 
• Your payment covers only the exact time and dates you are signed up for. 
• Registration is non-transferable. 
• All registrations are final. No refunds. No situation exempt.
• There are NO EXCEPTIONS to the policy.
  

Motor City Hockey communicates exclusively via email (Team@MotorCityHockey.com). Email is checked 1x per day. All emails will receive a response within 48 business hours.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR FUTURE STARS!

Detroit Skating Club - House Hockey Program.

Program Feeder to USA Hockey Club (USA Eagles).

Message from The Coach:

Hi Everyone,  I'm Coach Rich. I am excited to meet you all if I haven't already. I am honored that you have interest or are signing up for our program. It means the world to me. Hockey is in my blood and in my every thought. My mission is to provide our players with the best youth hockey experience ever. I have been coaching hockey for over 21 years! Coaching little 2 year olds to players that went onto win Stanley Cups.

I can work with any age level player. . . I love working with the little kids. It's a BLAST and focusing on mastering the fundamentals and helping establish our players 'love for the game of hockey is an honor.

As our players are, we are also constantly evolving. I have been coaching for many years. I would like to say I have seen it all, but I haven't. Everyday is a new day for development and areas of improvement in our hockey programming. We are never satisfied and learn something new each and everyday. Mistakes are made, we learn and grow from them. We are not perfect but strive to be the BEST.

My vision is to impact players on the game of hockey that lasts a lifetime. I have a college degree, I have coached professional hockey players. . . This is where I want to be. With you. With your kid(s). Right here. Right now. This is the program my son participated in, this is the program I believe in. These are my methods. This is my whole heart. I give it my all. It's MOTOR CITY FOREVER.

The best times are right here right now. Let's enjoy it. Welcome to our hockey fam. Let's build a culture and community above any other program.

I have seen the drama in hockey. I have coached a countless amount of players. I want players & families that will value our ethics and programming. I will have you back for your players entire youth career.

This is NOT a program. . . This is HOCKEY FAMILY. . .

My love always with hockey & long after,

Coach Rich

I would appreciate it if you took a moment to read my story. I want you to know what I am about & what I stand for.

Welcome to Future Stars Hockey Program!

Our teams are limited to 24 total players and fill extremely fast.

We are a House Program.

This is NOT travel hockey.

SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS OF THE FUTURE STARS PROGRAM: We appreciate your efforts to making our program the best possible.

• 100% of donations are committed to the KIDS. All donations go directly to our kids or into making our program better for the parents & players.
• Jonna Family: Julius & Joshua.
• Leib Family: Cole & Jack.
• Kantor Family: Beckham.
• Do you want to contribute to the Future Stars program? Click Here. All funds go to the KIDS! 

A Development POWERHOUSE.

• Our players SUCCESSFULLY transition into both elite and entry level travel hockey.

Team Format Structure:

• 24 total players per team.
• 2025-2026 season: (1) 8U Team (2) 6U Teams.

Program Policy:

• We follow the ALL IN policy shown above.
• Online registration is a full commitment to the program. There are no refunds due to injuries, illness or other reasons.
• The ice you are paying for is your registered team's ice. Example: I play on 6U and I am unable to attend practice at the selected time. Can I attend 8U practice instead? No, you are not registered for that hour. There are no exceptions to be fair to all players.
• We want families that are 100% committed to our program prior to registration.
• If you are deciding if you are going to play for another team, DON'T SIGN UP for Future Stars until you are 100% sure.
• Our program is in extremely high demand, we don't want to turn families away that want a spot in our program if you are not fully committed.

Our Season:

• Regular Season: September - Mid March.
• Spring Season: Mid March - May 31st.

Jamboree / Tournament Expectations: 

• Optional jamborees and tournaments available, providing extra opportunities for skill development. These events are optional and incur an additional cost. Total cost for these events will be divided by the number of players plus a credit card processing fee. Secure your spot by registering promptly via the provided link when the event is available. 

Game Format: 

• Half-ice 4 X 4 games.
• Half of the games are home / away.
• There is an (A) side and a (B) side. The (A) side is for more advanced players. Coaches will round table and do what's best for our kids!
• Games are instructed by our volunteer coaching staff.
• Missing a game? No big deal! Simply update Team Snap so our coaches know.

Game Days:

• Fall / Winter: Games are typically on Sunday mornings.
• Spring: No formal league. Games are scheduled randomly.

6U Future Stars Team Schedule:

• Saturday 9:15AM (Both Teams)
• Sunday 10:15AM or 11:15AM pending team selection.

8U Future Stars Team Schedule: 

• Saturday 10:15AM Rink A
• Sunday 9:15AM Rink B
• Monday 6:10PM Rink C
  
  

Jerseys: 

• Fall / Winter - Reversible jerseys with names on the back and selected numbers.
• Spring - Practice style jerseys. Random numbers.

League Participation:

• I275 House League
• Away games are relatively local: Farmington Hills, Plymouth, Orchard Lake, Birmingham etc.

Program Popularity:

• Our program is in HIGH DEMAND and sells out fast.
• We are looking for great families that will bring value to our culture.

Zero Drama Environment.

• Zero Tolerance.
• Our mission is to protect our players love for the game of hockey.

Cultural Values: 

• Kid First Mentality.
• We are a hockey family, if a player needs help, we all step in.
• "I coach the kids as if they are my own son or daughter." Coach Rich

Communication Method:  Questions are addressed via email for all non-urgent matters. We value focused time at the rink exclusively on the kids.

Stay Informed:

• Read your email.
• Update Team Snap.
• Sign up for the "1st to Know" Email List.
  

USA Hockey Registration Required.

Fill out the form below.

All players must be registered with USA Hockey. Click here to register.

Interested In Coaching?

We are looking for volunteer coaches! Send us an email Team@MotorCityHockey.com

GAME DAY OPERATIONS

Future Stars Team Manager:

Our Team Manager will set up assignments for goaltending & snack duty.

Goalie Policy

• NO EXPECTATIONS on performance. Simply HAVE FUN!
• If you are assigned goalie and you don't want to play it. . . It's your responsibility to find someone to play goalie in your spot.

Goalie Equipment

• Home Event - No Action Required.
• Away Event - You are responsible to take the goalie equipment to the away game.
• Where is the goalie equipment? Rink (A) Far right rink if looking at DSC head on. Walk into the rink, it's in the top right corner if you are looking at the rink head on. Right next to the dance studio. Goalie equipment is in a bag or in a black labeled bin. Goalie sticks are in the corner.
• Goalie Checklist: Blocker, Glove, Leg Pads, Stick.

Snack Allergy Awareness

Tree Nuts.

Snack List Examples

Please provide snack and drink for 24 players. An example of a snack would be (Snack) Pirates Booty Bags (Drink) mini-gatorades. 

Food and snack will be handed out by the designated family post game.

Due to the amount of games, not all families were given the opportunity to participate. If you would like to bring something special in for the kids for a practice day etc. It is highly encouraged and appreciated. 

LIFE AFTER STARS.