The Dakota Sasquatch youth hockey club is committed to providing high-quality ice hockey programs for the young people of North Dakota in an environment that is open to youths at all levels of interest, ability and economic standing. Our team at Dakota Sasquatch LLC assists all participants in reaching their athletic potential by teaching skills that enhance the performance and enjoyment of ice hockey, while also developing lifetime skills of goal setting, commitment, self-discipline, determination, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Our Core Values
Dakota Sasquatch LLC is built on a foundation of core values:
- Advocate USA Hockey’s core values of sportsmanship, respect for individuals, integrity, the pursuit of excellence, enjoyment, loyalty and teamwork. Emphasize that honesty, integrity and fair play go hand in hand with developing skills, winning and having fun.
- Provide a fun, safe and rewarding experience for all participants and their families.
- Provide top-quality coaching and playing experiences for participants at all levels of ability, from house-level players to AAA traveling team members. Emphasis placed on developing skills.
- Provide the best practice and game facilities reasonably available to North Dakota Youth Hockey within our community. Develop and promote positive relationships with all parties providing those facilities.
- Develop and maintain a positive reputation for North Dakota Youth Hockey by requiring all participants – players, coaches, parents and administrators to exhibit sportsmanship and behavior that is beyond reproach at all times.
- Attract and retain coaches of the highest personal and professional caliber. Provide ongoing educational opportunities for all coaches.
- Develop and carry out fund-raising programs that meet the financial needs of North Dakota Youth Hockey. Create an endowment fund and annual donor program large enough to provide scholarships as needed. Acknowledge and appreciate all organizations and individuals who donate financial assistance and volunteer time to support our fund-raising efforts.