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MASSENA MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC
MASSENA, NY · EIN 161112708 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE N99 · Recreation & Sports · Small ($100K-$1M) · massenaminorhockey.com
revenue
$194K
expenses
$201K
net assets
$115K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

MASSENA MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC PROVIDES, SUPERVISES AND FINANCES A RECREATIONAL HOCKEY PROGRAM. THEY TEACH THE FUNDAMENTALS OF HOCKEY AND DEVELOP TEAM SKILLS, DEVELOP AN UNDERSTANDING OF HOCKEY, EMBRACING BOTH INDIVIDUAL SKILLS AND TEAM PLAY, PROVIDE RECREATION FOR PLAYERS AND DEVELOP SKILLS AT A COMPETITIVE LEVEL. THEY PROVIDE A SUPERVISED PROGRAM OF COMPETITIVE HOCKEY GAMES UNDER THE RULES AND POLICIES OF USA HOCKEY, INC.

profile · synthesized from sources

MASSENA MINOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION INC operates a youth recreational hockey program for players 19 years old and younger in Massena, New York. The organization teaches hockey fundamentals, promotes team play, and runs competitive teams under USA Hockey rules. It provides supervised programming, manages team registrations, and ensures compliance with national and state hockey associations.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Hockey Schools
Developmental programs coordinated by the Vice President to teach skating and hockey skills, particularly for younger or new players
Recreational Hockey Program
Provides supervised recreational hockey for players 19 years old and younger, teaching fundamentals, team skills, and sportsmanship under USA Hockey rules
Tournament Teams
Supports teams that qualify for NYSAHA State Tournaments and USA Hockey National Tournaments, with fundraising and logistical support
activities · 5 groups

What they do

  • Youth Sports Conduct Enforcement 2 activities
    • Disciplinary oversight and behavioral standards enforcement
      Enforces a code of conduct for players, coaches, officials, parents, and spectators to maintain a sportsmanlike and respectful environment. Implements a structured disciplinary process for infractions, including minor reprimands, suspensions, and formal hearings conducted by the Rules & Ethics Committee in accordance with USA Hockey By-Law 10. Sanctions apply to disruptive behavior, misconduct, and violations during games and events.
    • Parent and participant conduct policies
      Requires all players to have a signed Parent Code of Conduct on file for participation, beginning in the 2026–2027 season. Communicates behavioral expectations and policies to members at the start and during the season.
  • Youth Ice Hockey Development 2 activities
    • Team fielding and league participation
      Fields youth hockey teams across multiple age groups, including 6U through 18U, with specific teams such as the 16U Jr. Raiders and the River Queens girls’ teams (8U–16U). Participates in organized leagues including the St. Lawrence River Valley Mite League and registers teams and players with USA Hockey, NYSAHA, Northern Zone, and other governing bodies.
    • Youth hockey program administration
      Operates a youth hockey association for players aged 6U to 18U (or 19U), providing developmental and competitive hockey programs that teach fundamentals, build individual and team skills, and promote long-term player growth under USA Hockey rules. The annual season runs from October to March, with registration opening in mid-May.
  • Hockey-Based Fundraising and Community Support 1 activity
    • Fundraising support for advancing teams
      Permits and supports fundraising by teams that qualify for NYSAHA State Tournaments or USA Hockey National Tournaments to cover entry fees, travel, lodging, meals, and team apparel costs.
  • Youth Sports Community Events 1 activity
    • Tournament hosting and event management
      Hosts local hockey events including mite league play days at Massena Arena and organizes tournament-related apparel sales, such as for the Queens of the Ice Tournament, with online ordering and defined deadlines and purchase limits.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Player transfer and release administration
      Manages player transfers between associations through a formal release process requiring approval from the Association President. Handles appeals for denied releases through the Section President and NYSAHA Board of Directors, with provisions allowing tryouts elsewhere under certain conditions while maintaining current team commitments until national tournaments conclude.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$194K
Contributions & grants$33K17%
Program service revenue$8K4%
Investment income$1K1%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$201K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$115K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$115K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +5.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 7
  • BRITTANY SHAMPINE — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHRISTOPHER CASTELL — BOARD MEMBER
  • EMILY LOVE — BOARD MEMBER
  • EVAN RAYMO — BOARD MEMBER
  • JAYDEN PERNICE — BOARD MEMBER
  • RICHARD WINSTON — BOARD MEMBER
  • SHEENA SMITH — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 21

Who they work with

  • Board of Directors Partner — Governing body responsible for oversight and management of Massena Minor Hockey Association Inc.
  • Dominic W. Zappia Community Center Partner — Hosts Massena River Queens practices and games
  • Dominic W. Zappia Community Center Partner — Used by Massena Minor Hockey teams for practices and games.
  • Massena Arena Partner — Primary home rink for Massena Minor Hockey Association teams.
  • NYSAHA Government — Registers teams and complies with league requirements; supports teams qualifying for NYSAHA State Tournaments.
  • NYSAHA Government — State-level governing body that sets policy and enforces the Parent Code of Conduct for member associations including MMHA.
  • NYSAHA Board of Directors Government — Final appeals for player release denials may be submitted to the NYSAHA Board of Directors through the State President.
  • Ray Hurlbut Community Center Partner — Hosts Massena River Queens practices and games
  • Ray Hurlbut Community Center Partner — Used by Massena Minor Hockey teams for practices and games.
  • Salmon River Central School Partner — Hosts Massena River Queens practices and games
  • Salmon River Central School Partner — Used by Massena Minor Hockey teams for practices and games.
  • Section President Government — Intermediary appeal authority for player release denials; reviews appeals and may uphold or overturn the Association President's decision.
  • St. Lawrence River Valley Mite League Partner — Member association participating in a regional 8U hockey league.
  • The Northern Zone Government — Submits required paperwork for player and team registration through the Northern Zone.
  • Tri-Town Arena Partner — Hosts Massena River Queens practices and games
  • Tri-Town Arena Partner — Used by Massena Minor Hockey teams for practices and games.
  • USA HOCKEY, INC Partner — Provides oversight and rules framework for the organization's competitive hockey program.
  • USA Hockey Government — MMHA operates under USA Hockey's policies, including its Zero Tolerance Policy and Code of Conduct guidelines.
  • USA Hockey Government — Sanctions games and enforces policies including the zero-tolerance policy for conduct.
  • USA Hockey Government — Submits player and team registrations and adheres to USA Hockey rules, policies, and zero-tolerance standards.
  • USA Hockey Network — Aligns disciplinary hearings with USA Hockey’s By-Law 10 on Dispute Resolution, Discipline, and Arbitration.
strategies · 2

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.

  • Player Development Through Age-Appropriate Pathways
    methodology: player_development_pathway
    By organizing youth hockey into age-specific divisions and offering programs starting at 6U, we support long-term player growth and skill development because early and developmentally appropriate engagement fosters sustained participation and foundational competence.
  • Respect-Centered Program Culture
    methodology: respect_for_the_game
    By enforcing zero-tolerance policies, proactive spectator monitoring, and organizational accountability for conduct, we create a safe and educational environment because consistent behavioral standards promote respect for the game, reduce misconduct, and reinforce core values of fairness and integrity.