Our Programs
Welcome To Hasek’s Heroes, where hockey dreams come to life.
Our Programming is dedicated to providing kids ages 5 to 14 the chance to learn how to skate and play hockey. Our mission is to create opportunities that can change lives, fostering the development of the next generation of leaders, athletes, and coaches. We are committed to giving every child access to the exciting world of hockey, helping them grow both on and off the ice.
What We Provide:
At Hasek’s Heroes, we believe that opportunity transforms lives. We provide all necessary equipment and free participation in our programs, ensuring that no child is left behind because of financial constraints. Whether they are learning to skate or playing their first game of hockey, we give kids the tools and resources they need to succeed.
Our programs focus on development, teamwork, leadership, and community, building skills that extend far beyond the rink. Through the sport of hockey, we aim to teach kids essential life lessons like perseverance, resilience, and leadership.
Our Core Values:
At Hasek’s Hereoes we believe everyone can be a hero and in order to become a here we encourage the following qualities.
Helpful – Always ready to assist and support teammates and coaches
Engaged – Actively participating and focused on learning
Responsible – Being accountable for actions and commitments
Optimistic – Keeping a positive attitude even in tough situations
Exemplary – Leading by example with integrity and sportsmanship
Strong – Overcoming challenges with resilience and determination
What Sets Us Apart:
Inclusivity: Hasek’s Heroes is open to kids of all skill levels and backgrounds. No prior experience is needed — all we ask is a desire to learn and have fun.
Equipment Provided: We provide all the equipment your child needs to participate. Every child deserves the chance to play, and we’re here to make that happen.
No Fees: Our program is designed to be completely free for children. We remove financial barriers to make hockey accessible to everyone
Our Programs:
Learn to Skate: Our introductory program helps children build confidence and essential skating skills, preparing them for the exciting world of hockey.
Learn to Play: Once your child is comfortable skating, they’ll join our Learn to Play program, where they’ll begin to learn the fundamentals of hockey: passing, shooting, and team play. Our learn to play is proudly operated with the Buffalo Sabres.
Heroes House League (HHL): Upon completion of the Learn to Play your child willl be entered into the Heroes
Teams: Currently Hasek’s Heroes has the following teams in the the WNY Regional House League.
10U
12U
14U
For any additional information, please contact our program coordinator Joe LoTempio by:
Email: Joe@haseksheroes.org
Cell: 716-226-6182
Office: 716-875-4820 x 106
“Hasek’s Heroes is our home away from home because of all the time we spend there. It is also our village, because our coaches and staff help us raise our child and where we help raise others children by driving them to meets, celebrating holidays, wins and other events, And our kids grow by learning from each other as they see each other get better and from the coaches who teach them new skills, how to work as a team and to follow the rules.
The young athlete ends up learning that in sports, like in life, you must put a lot of work into anything you want to be good at and the more effort and practice the more successful you will be. We all also benefit from the strong sense of community found alongside the ice rink and look forward to the next practice, scrimmage or game, and even to the next season. Hasek’s heroes meets all of our hockey needs from completely outfitting our child with great equipment and gear.
They are there to loan us a helmet that was left at home or to tape up our hockey stick. They help tie laces or fit the kids with the next size up when they have outgrown their equipment. HH provides us with free ice time and a caring staff to oversee the safety and learning of our young athletes. And the icing (excuse the pun) on the cake is they make it exciting and fun for us all.”