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Ringette association offers free introduction to the sport

What is ringette?
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What is ringette?

It is not hockey for girls. It has different rules, different equipment, different skills, and is a different game.

Ringette is a fast-paced, non-contact team sport on ice where players use a straight stick to pass, carry and shoot a rubber ring to score goals. Ringette is a wonderful game for building strength, fitness and confidence.

The Comox Valley Ringette Association is offering a free chance to try the sport on Sunday, Sept. 10 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. at Sports Centre #2. Boys and girls five to 18 are invited to give it a try at Arena #2 from 3 p.m. onwards.

Bring warm clothes, skates, a helmet, a pair of mitts or gloves and enthusiasm. Sticks will be provided. There are a limited number of helmets available for those who don’t have their own. Parents and guardians must be in attendance, and will be provided plenty of information about ringette and the Comox Valley Youth Program.

To register, call Arran at 250-338-6992.

The Comox Valley’s Youth Ringette Program runs from mid-September to mid-March. Under the direction of Ringette Canada Certified coaches, participants have weekly ice times on Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5 p.m.

In addition to skill development, youth participants will have the opportunity to host and/or travel to play games against other teams throughout the season. Registration is ongoing. It is never too late to join in the fun.

FMI: www.comoxvalleyringette.com