The Hicksville Ice Hockey Club will be conducting tryouts at their only pre-season skate on Saturday Aug. 27 from 10:15 to 11:45 a.m. at Newbridge Arena. All players in grades 6-12 are encouraged to attend. The team intends to field a varsity team (grades 9-12) and possibly a middle school team (grades 6-8). The cost is $20 per player. For further information, contact Bill Alonge at 249-2583 (LIOHSHC@att.net) or visit www.hicksvillehockey.com.