Greater Saginaw Amateur Hockey Association Annual 5K Skate

The Greater Saginaw Amateur Hockey Association is proud to celebrate its rich hockey legacy by hosting the annual 5K Skate event on January 1, 2026. This cherished tradition brings together the local hockey community, fostering camaraderie and enthusiasm for the sport.

Introducing the Next Generation of Players

For the upcoming 5K Skate, our primary goal is to welcome and introduce the next generation of players to the game of hockey. Through participation, new athletes will have the opportunity to develop meaningful life skills alongside essential hockey techniques, setting the foundation for their future both on and off the ice.

Supporting Participation and Growth

To help achieve this goal, the funds raised from the event will be dedicated to lowering financial barriers for aspiring players. Specifically, we aim to provide new equipment for up to 20 new Learn to Play Hockey participants. In addition, we plan to increase our need-based scholarship fund to further support families and individuals who require financial assistance, ensuring that hockey remains accessible to all who wish to play.

The 5K Skate will take place at the Saginaw Bay Ice Arena on January 1, 2026. Participants will register for a start time and have up to one hour to skate a 5K, equal to 35 laps around the rink. This is a self-paced, UNTIMED event. You are not required to be a member of the GSAHA to participate; recreational skaters and beginners are welcome!

Please be sure to set up your peer-to-peer fundraising page to be eligible for prizes at various levels. You can participate as yourself or create your own 5K Skate team to compete with your family or friends or in honor or memory of someone who has made a positive impact in your youth hockey journey. The top 5 individual fundraisers will get a special prize.

Interested in supporting this fundraiser but not planning to skate? Make a donation to help us raise the funds we need to make these much needed improvements!

More information will be shared in your welcome email after the registration process is completed.

Please add your t-shirt size in the comments to reserve your event t-shirt, free with $50 registration.

*Please note: during checkout, you will see a "tip" amount to Givebutter (our event platform) pre-selected. Your choice to tip or not does not affect our costs or income. It is completely optional and goes directly to Givebutter. Please be sure to click inside the box if you do not wish to tip and select "Other."

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