Free Agents

No, when you are placed on the Free Agent list, Captains from various teams in the league will contact you if they need players. You will deal directly with team captains.
 

Use the same Free Agent forms that players use, except list that you are a goalie.  Finding spots for goalies can be difficult, however you can ask to be placed on a Goalie Substitue list. This list is available to all SIAHL team captains. To be placed on the Goalie Sub list, please contact Scorekeeper Supervisor Morgan Stace with your contact information and ability level.
 

SIAHL is made up of Team’s that pay Season Fees. Each Team Captain divides this fee per player who is assigned an individual fee based on the number of full-time and part-time players. Costs for the Fall/Winter season average $800 for full-time players with Summer season averaging $700. That said, Team Captains divide dues based on the number of Full and Part-time players so, fees will vary.

No, we do not refund any league dues. Once you commit to a team and make a payment it is considered final.

Once a team has confirmed that they want you on their roster, the captain will direct you to an online payment system that we have set up for their team.
 

You will need USA Hockey number/insurance and a signed Sharks Ice at San Jose Ice Waiver before you play your first game. Your USA Hockey number must be emailed to your captain to be placed on the roster, and the Ice Waiver must be completed online prior to your first game.

Fall Season consists of 23 games + a minimum of 1 playoff game while Summer season consists of 19 games + a minimum of 1 playoff game.

On the free agent list it has recommended levels for all players. Some players who have played their whole lives are intermediate level players; and some who have just started to play are advanced level players. It is best to come to the rink and watch a few games. The schedule is available online with dates/times/levels. It is also highly recommended that you attend an open stick time Gretzky Hour or Drop-In Hockey. You can talk to people there who are in the league and get a feel for what level you might belong. You also may find a team like this! Gretzky Hour and Drop-In slots are available, view slots.
 

Most games follow a consistent schedule that alternates between a set weekday game and a weekend game.

Division 1: Wednesday
Division 2: Friday
Division 3: Thursday
Division 4 to 6: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday & Saturday or Sunday
Division 7 to 9: Monday or Tuesday & Saturday or Sunday

All game slots are 75 minutes. Games can start from 7:30pm on weekdays and from 11:00am on weekends. Summer games are typically earlier than Fall/Winter games due to the number of youth teams practicing.

The season schedule is posted online and is updated as games are scheduled.
 

Yes, the schedule and stats are on the same link. By clicking on a game you can see what stats were recorded for each game.  

Fall/Winter Season starts at the beginning of September and Summer Season starts at the beginning of May.

You can start entering your free agent information one month prior to the start of a season. Depending on the level, it could take 2-3 weeks to find a team. Since this depends on teams and team captain needs, it can vary widely.

If you are new to the sport, before joining a SIAHL team, it is highly recommended that you take one of our hockey classes before attempting to play. We have beginning hockey classes on Saturday morning. For more information please visit the Adult Lessons webpage.

The Master’s League is a Co-ed league designed for players over the age of 35 (Over 35; Over 50; Over 60) who wish to play in a non-competitive hockey game once a week. Teams are determined by the league (rather than by team captains) and all games are on set days of the week. More information can be found on Master’s League and Women’s League pages.

Yes, we have open puck and stick times called Gretzky Hour as well as Adult Drop-In pick up games open to all levels. In general we have Drop-In Monday through Friday from 12:00pm-1:30pm and in the summer we have occasional night time Drop-In available. Read more information about schedule and registration on Drop-In on our calendar page.

Bodychecking is NOT allowed at any level in SIAHL.

Any player who engages in their 1st fight in a season and is assessed a Major penalty plus a Game Misconduct. The suspension is 3 Games (4 Games if in the last 5 minutes of the game)

Yes! We can set up 3 equal monthly payments. Once you have been assigned dues by your Captain, email SIAHL Commissioner Dean Tait and cc hockey@sharksice.com.

It is the responsibility of all players to know and abide by SIAHL Rules & Regulations. Ignorance is not an excuse!

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All players in the SIAHL are required to wear full equipment mandated by USA Hockey.

• Hockey Stick
• Suspenders or garter belt
• Hockey skates
• Hockey pants
• Helmet
• Athletic supporter with cup or pelvic protector
• Elbow Pads
• Jersey
• Shoulder pads
• Gloves
• Socks
• Shin guards
• Face mask/shield and Mouthguard
  • All players must wear a full-face mask for all Divisions 6, 7, 8, and 9
  • All players must wear a full-face mask or half shield (with mouthguard) for Divisions 4 and 5
  • Players are not required to wear a full-face mask, half shield or mouthguard for Divisions 1, 2, and 3

Please reference SIAHL league rules for more complete player and goalie requirements.

No, we do not rent gear. Our Pro Shop is open 7 days a week and stocks all the gear you may need.