It's a wonder they can even move. These include Diehl's son Andrew, who is on his team's first line. There are four different age divisions and 16 teams altogether. The youngest, up to age 8, are in the Mites division. The Squirts are aged 9 to 10.
Youth hockey is a big deal in Connecticut.
While it does not boast the numbers of youth soccer programs or Little League baseball, it is one New England sport with a dedicated following. This is more expensive. If you're in this program, you're in because you want to be in. The season is surprisingly long, running from late September to mid-March. And it requires a real commitment.