Mite Hockey is for skaters in Pre-K thru 3rd Grade. Our program has 5 levels - Mini Mite, Mite 1, Mite 2, Mite 3 and Mite 4. 

Skaters in our Mini-Mite level need not have any skating experience. If your skater is starting hockey later than 1st grade or you are unsure what level or evaluation to attend, please reach out to us at mites@oronohockey.org. 

Note: Mites who do not live within the Orono School District will likely not be able to play for Orono, due to a new MN Hockey rule. However, there are some exceptions. Please reach out to registration@oronohockey.org if you are unsure of your players eligibility.

MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT

Players must be four years of age by May 30, 2026

This year, due to a one time fundraising credit of up to $225 per player, new to hockey and mini mite players will play for free! All other mites will register and pay a $150 deposit. Depending on what level your child is placed in, the difference will be charged when your player is rostered to their level.

To see the fees per level, visit our registration fees page:

Saturday October 24, 2026

Morrison Arena

Evaluation groups are based on each player's team placement from the previous season.

New to hockey - no evaluation

Mini Mite: 8:15–9:15 a.m.

Mite 1: 9:25–10:25 a.m.

Mite 2: 10:40–11:40 a.m. – Timed Evaluation

Mite 3 / Mite 4: 12:00–1:00 p.m. – Timed Evaluation

Due to scheduling limitations, there will be no makeup evaluation sessions this season.

Important Evaluation Information

• Evaluations are one part of the placement process. Coaches will continue to monitor player development and team fit during the initial weeks of practice to help ensure appropriate placement.
• Second-year skaters may be eligible to evaluate with the group above their previous season's team placement under certain circumstances. Please reach out to mites@oronohockey.org for additional information if you would like to discuss this option.

For more information about the evaluation process, please review the Mite Hockey Evaluation Overview and Evaluation Drills on the Evaluation page.

Check out our level guides for more information on each Mite level.

Interested in Coaching?

Registration for coaches and rostered volunteers is now open. We couldn't introduce our youngest skaters to the game without the support of our incredible volunteer coaches.

If you are interested in being considered for a mite coaching position, please review the coaching requirements and complete all required registration steps before the season begins. A limited number of dibs-eligible coaching positions are available on each team; however, all coaches from OYHA and MWHA—whether dibs-eligible or not—must register with OYHA and complete the same USA Hockey and association requirements prior to taking the ice in October. Coaches who have completed all required registrations, certifications, and trainings by the start of the season will receive priority consideration during the coaching selection process.

Coaching resources and registration information can be found here:

https://www.oronohockey.org/coaching-resources/coach-registration/30349