Billeting Information for Potential Host Families

Junior A / Junior B / Midget U-16

Each season the Hartford Junior Wolf Pack will recruit talented players who show great potential to play at the college hockey level, who do not live within a reasonable driving distance of Champions Skating Center.

To take advantage of this great opportunity the players need families willing to share their homes, and become a “home away from home” for them. Many families have done this for dozens of players from many states.

What is expected of the host family?
The player needs a room of his own, or can share with a team member. He needs a bed, bureau, closet space. While players are expected to provide bed and bath linens, personal care items, cell phones, and take care of their own transportation needs. The family also needs to provide the players with three meals a day: a basic breakfast, lunch and an evening meal.

What is expected of the players?
They must obey all team and house rules and show respect and consideration towards all family members. They need to take care of their own belongings.

How long is a host family’s commitment?
This varies depending on the player. Some are with the family during the hockey season only. Others need to complete the school year. Families will receive a monthly billeting payment for each player. Some have found it easier to house two players as they then travel together and are company for each other. Host families have included traditional 2-parent families, single-parent families and “empty-nesters” too. All that’s really needed is a willingness to help a player pursue his dream by providing a “home away from home”.

Want to talk about being a host family?
Please call me or send me an e-mail. As a former Junior Hockey Player I can assure you that being a Billet Family is a great opportunity for both the player and the families. Your willingness to share your home and family is all it takes. Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and hopefully we can find some great home/families for these future student-athletes. Please contact me ASAP if you are interested in housing a Jr. Wolf Pack player.

Yours In Hockey,
     Chris Cerrella
     Head Coach/GM Hartford Jr. Wolfpack
     Cerrella11@aol.com
     Cell: 561-797-8769