Refund Policies
Refund policies for each program are listed below. If you have any questions about these policies please contact the club treasurer.
Kachinas Development Program
GHA Player Fee Refunds (travel teams) 12.4.1. GHA will not refund any fees or offer alternatives for missed practices or games due to injury, illness, or absences. 12.4.2. GHA will not refund any fees or offer alternatives for missed practices or games due to League, USA Hockey, AAHA, or GHA disciplinary actions. 12.4.3. GHA will prorate a refund of player fees (minus a four-hundred-dollar ($400) administration fee) based on one of the following two (2) conditions: 12.3.3.1. Players whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) change residences (prior to December 1) with a distance greater than fifty (50) miles from their current residence during the season. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must notify the GHA Treasurer, in writing, ten (10) days prior to the players last day . 12.3.3.2. Players suffering a season ending injury (prior to December 1) during GHA-only team practices, games, or training, as documented by a licensed and credentialed Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy, in writing, within thirty (30) days of injury being sustained. 12.3.3.3. GHA Coaches and a player’s parent(s) come to an agreement that there is a significant talent mismatch that is impeding a player’s ability to develop. An agreement must be put in writing and signed by the player’s coach, the Directors of Hockey and the President of GHA prior to the refund being made. Payment Schedule 12.8.6. Failure to adhere to the established payment schedule, volunteering requirements and/or pay any remaining balance of the player fees will result in the financial assistance becoming null and void. All payments received must total the entire player fee amount by March 1 or the player will be suspended from practicing, playing, and/or otherwise participating. Failure to meet the payment requirement will result in the player being placed on the AAHA “Do Not Play” list.
Kachinas Elite Program
GHA Player Fee Refunds (travel teams) 12.4.1. GHA will not refund any fees or offer alternatives for missed practices or games due to injury, illness, or absences. 12.4.2. GHA will not refund any fees or offer alternatives for missed practices or games due to League, USA Hockey, AAHA, or GHA disciplinary actions. 12.4.3. GHA will prorate a refund of player fees (minus a four-hundred-dollar ($400) administration fee) based on one of the following two (2) conditions: 12.3.3.1. Players whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) change residences (prior to December 1) with a distance greater than fifty (50) miles from their current residence during the season. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must notify the GHA Treasurer, in writing, ten (10) days prior to the players last day . 12.3.3.2. Players suffering a season ending injury (prior to December 1) during GHA-only team practices, games, or training, as documented by a licensed and credentialed Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy, in writing, within thirty (30) days of injury being sustained. 12.3.3.3. GHA Coaches and a player’s parent(s) come to an agreement that there is a significant talent mismatch that is impeding a player’s ability to develop. An agreement must be put in writing and signed by the player’s coach, the Directors of Hockey and the President of GHA prior to the refund being made. Payment Schedule 12.8.6. Failure to adhere to the established payment schedule, volunteering requirements and/or pay any remaining balance of the player fees will result in the financial assistance becoming null and void. All payments received must total the entire player fee amount by March 1 or the player will be suspended from practicing, playing, and/or otherwise participating. Failure to meet the payment requirement will result in the player being placed on the AAHA “Do Not Play” list.
Kachinas Stick Time
Please contact Zack Savage, elitedirector@arizonakachinas.com for any refund questions.
Lil' Gibbers
Contact Kaley Marino <asst.elitedirector@arizonakachinas.com> for questions.
Little Leightons
The Arizona Kachinas do not operate registration for Little Leightons
Matt Shott Memorial Tournament
Girls Hockey Tournament Refund Policy Waitlist: There is no deposit or cost to join our waitlist. More information regarding the tournament will be shared by the Tournament Director on April 1, 2026 for all teams interested in participating in the 2026 tournament. Registration & Deposit: A non-refundable $500 deposit is required to secure your team’s spot in the tournament. A team’s registration is not considered complete until the deposit has been received. Cancellation & Refunds Cancellations made more than 45 days prior to the tournament start date: Teams will receive a refund of all fees paid minus the $500 deposit. Cancellations made 45 days or fewer prior to the tournament start date: No refunds will be issued, including the $500 deposit. If a team withdraws after the schedule has been released, no refunds will be provided. Tournament Cancellation If the tournament is canceled by the organizers due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., facility closure, extreme weather, or other events beyond our control), refunds will be issued immediately. No-Show Policy Teams that fail to appear for scheduled games or withdraw after the tournament begins will forfeit all fees paid and will not receive any refund. Acceptance of Policy: By registering for the tournament and submitting payment, teams acknowledge and agree to this refund policy.
Small Frys
GHA Player Fee Refunds (travel teams) 12.4.1. GHA will not refund any fees or offer alternatives for missed practices or games due to injury, illness, or absences. 12.4.2. GHA will not refund any fees or offer alternatives for missed practices or games due to League, USA Hockey, AAHA, or GHA disciplinary actions. 12.4.3. GHA will prorate a refund of player fees (minus a four-hundred-dollar ($400) administration fee) based on one of the following two (2) conditions: 12.3.3.1. Players whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) change residences (prior to December 1) with a distance greater than fifty (50) miles from their current residence during the season. The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must notify the GHA Treasurer, in writing, ten (10) days prior to the players last day . 12.3.3.2. Players suffering a season ending injury (prior to December 1) during GHA-only team practices, games, or training, as documented by a licensed and credentialed Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathy, in writing, within thirty (30) days of injury being sustained. 12.3.3.3. GHA Coaches and a player’s parent(s) come to an agreement that there is a significant talent mismatch that is impeding a player’s ability to develop. An agreement must be put in writing and signed by the player’s coach, the Directors of Hockey and the President of GHA prior to the refund being made. Payment Schedule 12.8.6. Failure to adhere to the established payment schedule, volunteering requirements and/or pay any remaining balance of the player fees will result in the financial assistance becoming null and void. All payments received must total the entire player fee amount by March 1 or the player will be suspended from practicing, playing, and/or otherwise participating. Failure to meet the payment requirement will result in the player being placed on the AAHA “Do Not Play” list.