Mario DeMelo I-Mite Tournament

Mario DeMelo served as Treasurer for over 15 years on the TYSA Board of Directors.  The tournament has been named in honor of his service to the youth of Tewksbury.

         
The first tournament was held in 2006 as a way to use ice left at the end of the season.  The tournament was such a success that it has become an annual event for Instructional Mite teams in our area.   Because these young boys and girls are just learning to play the sport of hockey, the emphasis is on having fun! For most, this will be the first tournament they participate in. All players win or lose, are awarded trophies.

Each team plays two games with the top two teams playing for the championship.  At the conclusion of the games we hold a Skills Competition for all participants of the tournament.  Included are a team relay, power skate, mini one on one, top goalie and top shooter contest. Medals are awarded for 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd place winners.

The 2009 tournament will be held in late March or early April.

Please contact our Tournament Director at  for registration information.