U13
All individuals who are 11 or 12 years of age, as of December 31st, are eligible to register in the U13 division, which offers structured full-ice practices and games.
Participants are divided into equal teams consisting of a maximum of 17 players and 2 goaltenders.
Although goaltenders are officially rostered as such, they are permitted to dress as a player in any game they are not designated as the starting goaltender.
A qualified coach will facilitate all on-ice activities; however, each team will require several parent volunteers.
Practices will focus on technical skills, individual tactics, as well as team tactics and systems, with an introduction to strategy.
Games usually commence in October and follow all Hockey Canada rules.
Teams will be registered in a designated OMAHA league.
U13 teams will be permitted to attend up to two (2) out-of-town tournaments and recreation team(s) will host one (1) in-town tournament.
Teams may qualify for league playoffs and BC Championships.
The U13 division will offer the opportunity for participants to try-out for a competitive team. Those players selected for a competitive team will be required to pay additional fees for provincial 'carding' and extra ice-time.
