High School Hockey Trouble?

Question

Aright, let's get down to business. I am a 13 almost 14 year old home schooled girl. I am taking 9th grade courses, but I am only suppose to be in 8th. But we talked to our main school, and they said that I could skip 8th and go straight to 9th (I am a very good student and my grade are awesome). So I am a 9th grader. Making me a Freshman.

Now that I told you that I can tell you my question. My dad does not want to let me play high school hockey because I am only an 8th grader. News flash dad: I am a freshman now. And I do not want to miss my freshman year of hockey. No way. I am going to play all four years of high school. Weather he likes it or not. But I need to persuade him to let me play. I was thinking about an eassy since that will help him remember that I am a over average student. What are some key points I should state????? I really, really need your help. Because I am going to play even though I am the only girl. Thanks!!

Also- He has put me in a bubble and will not let me out. Help!

We have a team here that is for kids who do not go to the main schools because they are homeschooled, private, etc.

And talking to MY dad is not a good idea. All he will do is yell if I even think to talk about it to him again.

Oh yes, mom approves. She was the one who thought about it, and talked to the high school hockey manager, and worked it out. She is way on my side.

My dad is a hockey coach!!!

I'm a GOALIE!!

Answer 1

Since you are home schooled, you need to find a social life. This is a good way to get out of the house. No need to worry about the physical play. Goalie is pretty much safe from the body work of the game. Hockey is a good way for women to get college scholarship money. Playing hockey might be a great way to a great school. Best of luck. GO DEVILS!!!

Answer 2

Consider yourself a "Red shirt" and work out on your own for your Freshman year. Try to get involved with the team (go to practice, watch and learn etc) but don't go on the ice. You are still maturing and growing up, and you cannot afford an injury this early in your playing career (let alone life). Not to mention your Dad will probably have a fit and re-seal the bubble. Also, talk to your Dad and let him know how important this is to you. Keep up the good work on your grades, go to all of your classes etc. Don't WRITE to your Dad - TALK to him. Hope to see you play on Team USA someday. They could use some good help in 2010.....

Answer 3

maybe you should sit him down when the women's hockey tourments are on to show him that women or girls do have a place in the sport and can excell to the profesional level. You do have to realize that there is bodychecking is in highschool hockey not like the younger kids or women's league. There are some females that could flatten a guy out but are you prepared to get back up after a bodycheck if the roll is reversed. Hope everything works out for you.

Answer 4

he's just worried about you. and as you are technically an 8th grader (yes i know you have above average grades) you may run into issues w/ your school letting you play. however, if it really means that much to you: just be patient with your dad. does your mom approve? if she does, see if she'll talk to him as well. you're his little girl and he doesn't want to see you get hurt. try to see things from his point of view. i know it sounds cliche but it helps when you're trying to "win" an argument.

Answer 5

I bet if you were a boy this would not be a problem,if so that makes your father gender bias.Point out the fact you are still going to be a year younger then the rest of the kids next year too,so that will not be the point.Point out your mature actions and attitudes.
Remember he is not holding you back academically so why physically.If you are smart enough to skip a grade you can also make rational decisions
Here is aweb link to another female goalie and a little info
http://www.manonrheaume.com/bio.htm
Name: Manon Rheaume
Date of Birth: February 24, 1972
Place of Birth: Lac Beauport, Quebec, Canada
Height: 5' 7" Weight: 130 lbs


GREAT QUOTES
"It's never been easy. But I've always wanted to play hockey. I love hockey. I'd rather play hockey than do anything else. If you have that kind of desire, I think you can achieve what you want to achieve."


"That would be my message to the young players out there, men and women. Don't be afraid to work hard. Don't worry about the things you can't control."


THE FIRST LADY OF PROFESSIONAL HOCKEY--FAMOUS FIRSTS
* First woman to play at the International Pee Wee Hockey Tournament
* First woman to play in a major junior game
* First woman to play in a NHL game
* First woman to sign a professional hockey contract
* First woman to play in a professional hockey game during the regular season
* First woman to win a game in professional roller hockey
* 1992 and 1994 Gold medallist at the World Championship and twice voted to All Star Team
* 1998 Silver Medallist at Olympic Games


Manon learned to skate at the age of 3 and began playing hockey at five. She began goaltending against her brothers'
shots at the net. Opportunities were scarce for girl goaltenders, so she began playing with the boys. At the age of 11,Manon became the first girl to play in the International Pee Wee Hockey Tournament of Quebec, Canada.


At the age of 18, Manon was driving 150 miles from Quebec City to Montreal to play hockey with girls. At 19, Manon became the first women to step on the ice for the Trois-Rivieres Draveurs, a major men's junior hockey team from Quebec, Canada. This was the start of her visible pursuit to break down traditional barriers and compete for a job in a professional sport which had been an exclusively male preserve. Manon continued her impressive amateur career as a member of the Canadian Women's National Team in 1992 and led them to their second straight World Championship in 1994, and voted MVP of both tournaments.


On Wednesday, September 23rd, 1992, Manon made sports history by being the first women to play in one of the four major sports leagues in the United States. She goaltended for the Tampa Bay Lightning of the National Hockey League in a pre-season game against the St. Louis Blues.


Manon is the first woman to try out for a NHL team, to play in the NHL as a goaltender, and the first women to sign a
professional hockey contract. Manon continued her professional hockey career with the: Atlanta Knights and Las Vegas
Thunder of the International Hockey League, Knoxville Cherokees, Nashville Knights, and Charlotte Checkers of the ECHL. New Jersey Rockin' Rollers and the Sacramento River Rats of the Roller Hockey League International. Reno renegades of the West Coast Hockey League. Manon continued making history in the sports world be being the first women ever to play in a regular season professional hockey game with Tampa Bay's affiliate team the Atlanta Knights on December 3, 1992 against the Salt Lake Golden Eagles.


She made sports history again in 1996 while playing for the Sacramento River Rats of the Roller Hockey International (RHI). It marked the first time a female goalie defeated a male goalie in the RHI game.


Manon then made history in 1998 by being part of the first ever Canadian Women's Olympic Team and brought home the silver medal. A game in which millions of people across the globe tuned into witness the historical event.

Answer 6

are u about the same size speed and what have u with the other freshmen .if not that could be the problem and if u are the maybe u need to sit down and talk with him with another adult... i would not go with your mom could be to messy maybe an uncle or another coach even a cousin.hash it out back and forth you hearing his side and him hearing your side then try to come to an agreement .

Answer 7

perhaps a good way would be to bring one or two of the other players around to meet your dad.choose someone who is close to your size and who are still doing well in school.breach the subject of who they are in a casual way.is your dad a hockey fan?

Answer 8

let him know how much you love that sport

tell him if he does not (and work this out with ya mum)
tghen he can not coach

he keeps ya from something you love

do the same with him

i know

i love hockey too and play it

Answer 9

I think you need to speak to him about what his concerns are. Is he concerned that your grades will slide or that you are going to be physically overmatched. He might just be concerned you're going to get injured.

Answer 10

if your dad says no just get some heavy feminists to bend his arm. i'm sure this will definitely solve your problem.