Thunder Central
Date Updated: 8/11/2026
Welcome to Thunder Central
Thunder Central is your one-stop destination for the latest news, events, volunteer opportunities, fundraising activities, important dates, and association updates from the Viroqua Area Hockey Association.
Our goal is to make it easier for families to stay informed by providing a central location for the information you need most. Rather than searching through emails, social media posts, or announcements, you'll be able to find current updates, upcoming opportunities, and important reminders right here.
As our association continues to grow, we hope Thunder Central becomes the first place families visit to learn what's happening, discover ways to get involved, and stay connected with the Thunder community.
Be sure to check back often, as this page will be updated regularly throughout the season with new information, volunteer opportunities, fundraising events, registration reminders, and more.
Thank you for being part of the Thunder family. Together, we're building a stronger hockey community for our players and families.
Go Thunder!
π¨ ACTION ITEMS
β 2026β27 Early Bird Registration β Deadline August 15
Register by August 15 and save $25 per skater β https://www.viroquathunder.org/register
π Vernon County Fair Food Stand β Volunteers Needed
Help make this important VAHA fundraiser a success! Shifts count toward volunteer hours, and kids 10+, grandparents, family and friends can help.
β‘οΈ Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FA5A92FA5FEC70-64738087-vernon#/
π§Ή Equipment Room Cleanup β August 13 @ 5:00 PM
Help us air out, sort and organize equipment. This counts toward volunteer hours! Contact Mandi Orlikowski with questions.
β³ Golf Outing β August 15, 2026 | Sign up by contacting Dalton Hoffland at dalton22hoffland@gmail.com or 608-632-4393.
β Sponsor the Golf Outing β‘ Know a business or individual who would like to sponsor a hole or donate a prize? Contact Dalton Hoffland at dalton22hoffland@gmail.com or 608-632-4393.
Latest Updates
August 11
- Updated Action Items with current registration, volunteer, and event priorities
- Added Equipment Room Cleanup volunteer opportunity
- Updated Vernon County Fair Food Stand volunteer information
- Added 2028 U12 Silver State Tournament planning
- Updated Important Dates
- Updated Volunteer Opportunities
- Updated Board Corner with current Board priorities
- Removed completed Coulee Antique Engine Club Food Booth information
- Removed completed food donation and volunteer sign-ups
- Removed outdated June/July announcements and updates
- Removed Antique Tractor Show from current Board projects
August 1
- Viroqua Thunder Early Bird Registration Posted
July 31-Aug 2
- Coulee Antqiue Engine Club Food Booth
July 30
- Clothing arrived / delivered to those who purchased
July 9
- Vernon County Fair volunteer sign-up added
- Golf outing registration and sponsorship contact information added
- Important dates updated
July 7
- Clothing store closed
- Important dates updated
June 26
June 22
- Link posted for VAHA Clothing Store
June 17
- Food booth sign-ups now open
- Food donation sign-up available
- Apparel store reopening next week
June 10
- Family survey distributed
- Golf outing planning underway
π Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug. 13 | Equipment Room Cleanup 5:00 PM |
| Aug. 15 | Early Bird Registration Deadline |
| Aug. 15 | VAHA Golf Outing |
| Sept. 16 19 | Vernon County Fair Food Stand |
π Volunteer Opportunities
| ο»ΏOpportunity | Dates | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment Room Cleanup | Aug. 13 β 5:00 PM | Volunteers Needed |
| Vernon County Fair Food Stand | Sept. 18 β 19 | Volunteers Needed |
π Board Corner
What the Board is Working On
- 2026β27 Season Preparation
- Growing Participation in Youth Hockey
- Player Development Opportunities
- Family & Volunteer Engagement
- Vernon County Fair Fundraiser
- 2028 U12 Silver State Tournament Planning
- Facility & Long-Term Planning
- Sponsorship & Fundraising Initiatives
- Community Partnerships
BIG NEWS, THUNDER FAMILIES!
Viroqua has been selected to host the 2028 Girls 12U Silver State Tournament!
March 4β5, 2028
Viroqua Community Arena
We'll be welcoming teams from across Wisconsin to Viroqua for a full weekend of State Tournament hockey!
This is an exciting opportunity for our association, our arena, and our community. We can't wait to show everyone what Thunder hospitality looks like!
Save the date β more information and volunteer opportunities will be shared as we get closer.
GO THUNDER! β‘ππ