named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Learn-to-Skate Program
Introductory program for young children, including a 3-year-old participant mentioned in the narrative, to learn skating and hockey basics
Mini Mites Development Program
Beginner hockey program for children ages 4–8 focusing on skating fundamentals and basic skills in a supportive environment
Part Time 12U Girls Team
Girls-only team for players born in 2014 and 2015, offering a girls hockey experience alongside co-ed participation
Tier 2 AA Travel Teams
Competitive travel hockey teams for players ages 6 to 18, participating in regional games and tournaments
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Youth Ice Hockey Development 3 activities
- Operation of youth hockey at Three Rivers Athletic Complex (TRAC)Hosts all tryouts, practices, and home games at the Three Rivers Athletic Complex in Baldwinsville, NY. Provides ice access during the 2025–2026 season for 180 youth hockey players, 200 figure skating club members, 26 high school varsity athletes, 120 select league players, 40 learn-to-skate participants, and multiple adult and community skating programs.
- Youth hockey development and skill-building programsOffers a hockey development program for children ages 4–8 focused on learning fundamental skills and building confidence on the ice, including weekly practices every Sunday from 8:30am to 9:30am at Three Rivers Athletic Complex. Provides coaching and skills sessions as part of regular team programming.
- Youth hockey programs for children ages 4–18Operates a comprehensive youth hockey program offering travel teams, snowbelt teams, mini mite, rookie, bantam, 10U, and 12U girls teams for players ages 4–18 of all skill levels. Programs include weekly practices, 2–3 practices per week for competitive teams, and 20–30 games per season primarily on weekends, running from September through March.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Annual charity golf tournamentHosts an annual charity golf tournament offering participation at $125 per golfer (includes dinner) and a dinner-only option at $50 per person. Sells mulligans for $40 per team (4 mulligans) as part of fundraising efforts.
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Ice Rink Operations and Winter Sports Programming 1 activity
- Save the Rink campaign and facility maintenance fundraisingLaunched and executed the Save the Rink campaign in 2024, which raised over $70,000 to support the maintenance of a second sheet of ice at the Three Rivers Athletic Complex, ensuring continued access for youth and community skating programs.
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Youth Sports Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Team-specific coaching and staff recruitmentProvides coaching support for specific youth hockey teams, including the 10U Red team and the part-time 12U girls team. Actively recruits head coaches and assistant coaches for upcoming seasons, such as the 2026–2027 season.
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Transparent Governance Meetings 1 activity
- Volunteer-run organizational governanceOperates as a volunteer-run Tier II AA youth hockey organization with a board that conducts monthly meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 6:30PM. Meetings are open to the public and specifically to LYHA and TRAC members, with minutes posted regularly to inform members about news, events, and announcements.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Organization and management of youth hockey tournamentsOrganizes youth hockey tournaments using a Round Robin format with divisions and semifinal games based on the number of participating teams. Enforces equal ice time for all players and applies a mercy rule during non-championship games when the goal differential reaches six or more.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$1.09M
Contributions & grants$138K13%
Program service revenue$297K27%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$657K
expenses
Total expenses$1.02M
Program expenses93%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$300K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$587K
Cash$14K
Investments$0
Liabilities$404K
Net assets$183K
Liquid reserves0.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +9.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 7
- CHARLA ROTH — TREASURER
- DAN STADTMILLER — DIRECTOR OF COACHES
- JAMES BELLSO — VICE PRESIDENT
- JONATHAN REAM — DIRECTOR
- MELISSA JANZ — SECRETARY
- SCOTT HINMAN — PRESIDENT
- TOM DIBUONO — DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Baldwinsville Varsity Hockey Partner — Uses The TRAC facility for athletic programming and shares ice resources with Lysander Youth Hockey.
- Baldwinsville Varsity Hockey Partner — Uses The TRAC facility for high school varsity hockey programming.
- Board of Directors Partner — Responsible for organizational leadership and oversight.
- Ed Chavanne Government — Primary contact for coaching inquiries, indicating a leadership or administrative role within the organization.
- Lysander Lightning Network — Youth hockey program operated by LYSANDER YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC.
- McKie Sports Partner — Official vendor for Lysander Youth Hockey girls team jerseys.
- NYSAHA Government — Adheres to rules published by NYSAHA, except as modified for the tournament.
- Radisson Greens Partner — Host venue for the annual LYHA charity golf tournament.
- Snowbelt Hockey League Inc. Partner — Operates the Snowbelt Jam tournament under the constitution and by-laws of the Snowbelt Hockey League Inc.
- Syracuse Figure Skating Club Partner — Shares ice facilities and programming space at The TRAC with Lysander Youth Hockey.
- Syracuse Figure Skating Club Partner — Shares ice time and facility resources at The TRAC for figure skating programs.
- Syracuse Selects Partner — Utilizes The TRAC for hockey programming and shares ice facilities with Lysander Youth Hockey.
- Syracuse Selects Partner — Utilizes The TRAC for select youth hockey league programming.
- Three Rivers Athletic Complex Partner — Hosts LYHA board meetings and is a shared facility for members.
- Three Rivers Athletic Complex Partner — Hosts practices and home games for LYSANDER YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC teams.
- Three Rivers Athletic Complex Partner — Operational partnership for rink facilities and services.
- Three Rivers Athletic Complex Partner — Provides ice time facility for the Summer Mini Mites Development Program.
- Three Rivers Athletics Partner — Linked partner organization providing athletic services or programming.
- USA Hockey Government — Follows rules and regulations established by USA Hockey, with modifications as specified in tournament guidelines.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Equal Participation and Skill Development Modelmethodology: developmental-youth-hockeyBy mandating equal ice time and offering structured skill-building pathways like "Learn to Play" and age-continuous coaching, the organization promotes equitable player development and confidence because consistent, inclusive participation allows all youth—regardless of background or skill level—to build foundational abilities and remain engaged in the sport.
- Inclusive, Community-Based Youth Developmentmethodology: community-based youth developmentBy operating a community-based, volunteer-driven hockey program that prioritizes accessibility and character development over profit, LYSANDER YOUTH HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC fosters youth engagement, sportsmanship, and long-term participation because it removes financial and social barriers while embedding values of accountability and inclusion.
- Mentorship and Positive Culture Modelmethodology: mentorship_and_community_cultureBy fostering a family-oriented rink culture and relying on volunteer leadership and mentorship, the organization sustains youth engagement and sportsmanship because relational trust and community belonging increase motivation, effort, and adherence to behavioral standards.