DIBS/Volunteering
Wausau Youth Hockey (WYH) is a 100% volunteer-run, not-for-profit organization. We rely entirely on the time, effort, and resources generously contributed by our member families to deliver high-quality hockey programming for players of all ages. The dedication and involvement of each family help offset the costs of participation and ensure that hockey remains accessible to all.
Our volunteer policy exists to fairly distribute the significant workload required to operate our programs and to meet our contractual obligations with the Marathon County Parks Department. One of the key responsibilities outlined in our agreement is the staffing and operation of the concession stand at the rink.
We understand that volunteering requires time and effort, and we deeply appreciate every contribution. Please know that it is never the organization’s intent to be punitive. Rather, fulfilling these duties is essential to meeting the requirements with the county and supporting our skaters' growth—both on and off the ice.
It is the collective commitment of our families that drives WYH’s success and fosters a community where players develop not only hockey skills but also valuable life lessons.
Thank you for being an essential part of our team.
WHAT IS A DIB? 4-hour volunteer shift working a WYH affiliated event.
DIBS Requirements by Player Level:
- Mite Level
- 1 skater: 4 DIBS
- 2 skaters: 4 additional DIBS (Total: 8 DIBS)
- Squirt through Bantam Levels
- 1 skater: 6 DIBS
- 2 skaters: 2 additional DIBS (Total: 8 DIBS)
Note: Each family is responsible for a maximum of 10 DIBS per season, regardless of the number or level of skaters.
DIB Hours Exempt
WYH Board Members
Concession Stand Manager
DIBS Coordinator
Game Scheduler
Practice Scheduler
6 Credits
Head Coach (Squirt – Bantam)
Mite Coordinator
5 Credits
Assistant Coach (Squirt – Bantam) – Max of 3 per team as rostered
Referee Scheduler (or can be a paid position)
4 Credits
Concession Stand Buyer (max of 3 buyers per season)
Learn to Skate On Ice Coordinator
Learn to Skate Off Ice Coordinator
Try Hockey Coordinator (includes working all of the events)
Webmaster
ACE Coordinator
Concession Stand Cleaner
3 Credits
Tournament Director
Team Manager (Squirts-Bantam)
2 Credits
Mite Coaches
1 Credits
Mite Team Manager
Concession Stand Shift
Special Fundraising events
Committee Membership
Equipment
2 dibs if fully participating (Dryland take down & set up; practice & game jersey distribution) – will be determined by Committee Lead
Fundraising
Sell $3000 amount - 1 dib per the $3000 raised
Fundraising Captain - 2 dibs
Girls Hockey
1 dib if fully participating (subcommittee participation and event execution) - will be determined by Committee Lead
Retention and Recruitment
1 dib for committee membership and working at least 1 event OR 2 dibs for membership and working THFF events - will be determined by Committee Lead.
DIBS Buy Out
If do not want to fulfill your volunteer hours there is also a buyout option. You must buy all out of your required dibs at the cost of $100 / shift. The buy-out will need to be paid via check by November 10, 2025.
NO-SHOW PROCEDURE
1. Attempt to contact the individual responsible for concession stand duty.
2. If the individual cannot be reached or cannot come in, start calling people from the paid substitute list to cover the shift.
3. The substitute will be paid $50.00 for covering the 4 hour shift ($12.50/hour) The $50.00 can be sourced from the cash drawer. Leave a note in the register documenting name of the absent worker, substitute who worked, date & shift missed. This note should go in the deposit bag at the end of the shift.
4. Leave a note in the Sign in Manual documenting the name, time, and circumstances.
FINES FOR NO-SHOWS
1. First offense - $60.00
2. Second offense - $120.00
3. Third offense - $180.00
Individuals will be contacted via email following the missed DIBS. Fines must be paid and the missed shift rescheduled within 10 days of the missed shift. If not paid within 10 days the coach and team manager will be notified to withhold any further ice time until the fine is paid.
Any shifts not completed in the season, will be rolled to the next season. Example, volunteer hours not completed in the 2024-2025 season, will be added to the required hours in 2025-2026 season.
Families must have half their DIBS signed up for or completed by November 10, 2025. All DIBS must be signed up for by January 10, 2026.
Failure to sign up prior, will lead to your skater(s) not able to be on the ice, participate in practice or games.
These requirements are subject to change and will be reviewed annually by WYH Board.
If you have questions about DIB sign up please reach out to Angie Porath – poratha3@gmail.com
Thank you! Go Warjacks! Go Storm! Let’s make this a great season!