To all U11 families trying out for competitive,

U11 evaluations begin this weekend, so we wanted to send out some more detailed information.

 First, you will see the groupings for the skills sessions. These are arranged alphabetically, so please look for your player's last name. 

 Second, you will see a schedule for ALL U11 evaluations. These will begin on September 23 and run until September 28.

 Last, there is a flow chart included that shows the different pathways that a play can move through the evaluation process. There are brief explanations included so parents and players can understand how players move through each phase. Please take the time to look this over if you are curious as to how things may or may not play out.

Groupings for the intersquad games will be posted immediately following the last skills sessions. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know.

U11 Evaluation Schedule 2023

U11 EVALUATIONS FLOW CHART

U11 GOALIE GROUP

U11 SKILLS GROUPINGS

Stephen, on behalf of the evaluation committee

VP Competitive

Chebucto Minor Hockey Association

Information for U9 Players and Families

Dear players and families, welcome to the 2023-2024 U9 season!

 Our first day on the ice for U9 players will be Saturday, October 7th.  The first two ice times will be station-based practices (not evaluated).  Players/Goalies will be divided into groups for Saturday, October 7th and Sunday, October 8th.  Each player/goalie will get two station-based practices. Groups and practice times will be posted by Thursday, September 27th.

 Station-Based Practices

Saturday, October 7th at Spryfield - ice times will be 10am, 11am, 12pm

 Sunday, October 8th at Spryfield - ice times will be 8am, 9am and 1pm

National Standard Skills Test (NSST) and Goalie Evaluations

Goalie Evaluations -Thursday, October 12^th 5:30-6:30pm at Spryfield Lions Rink

Player NSST’s - Saturday, October 14^th 10am – 1pm at Spryfield Lions Rink

              Sunday, October 15^th 10am - 12pm at Spryfield Lions Rink

Players will complete several stations, where they will work as individuals and be timed.  Groups will be decided based on these evaluations. Each player will only attend one NSST ice time. These times are spread out between two days. (Oct 14/15)

 Advancing, Intermediate, and Development Groups

Players will be divided into advancing, intermediate and development groups based on the NSST evaluations.  Groups will be announced before 11pm Sunday, October 15^th. Team rosters for the 2023-2024 year and the first practice weekend times (Oct 21/22) will be posted by Thursday, October 19^th.

 Development Level and Evaluations

Families who decide to have their child play at the Development level this year are not required to participate in NSST evaluations. If your player is new to hockey or skating we encourage to “opt out” of NSST evaluations and they will be placed directly in Development. Email U9@chebuctominorhockey.com your child’s full name and date of birth with “Opt out” in subject by Sunday, October 8th, and then watch for information regarding the Development team rosters.

 All communication for U9 will be sent by email and posted on the Chebucto Minor Hockey Association Website at chebuctominorhockey.com.  Check your email and/or chebuctominorhockey.com often for updates! If you do not currently receive Chebucto emails, we recommend subscribing to the website.

 If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Charlotte Peladeau, VP U9

To all U13 Competitive families,

 I just wanted to send out a quick note after our first weekend of evaluations.

First, congratulations to the players who were selected to continue on in our U13AAA evaluations. It was a busy weekend with numerous sessions, and thankfully things were not interrupted by the storm.

Second, the schedule moving forward will look like this:

 Monday, September 18: Intersquad game vs Truro, 6:30pm at East Hants

Tuesday, September 19: Intersquad game vs Truro, 6:30pm at East Hants

A reminder to players in these games to ensure you know what night you are playing and to arrive at least 30 minutes prior.

The original schedule had players in two more intersquad games; one on Thursday and one on Friday, but we will be removing the Friday game, as the evaluation committee feels they will have sufficient data on all players after Thursday's game.

 After the final intersquad game, and before the exhibition games vs Sackville, the list will be cut to 12 forwards, 8 defence, and 3 goalies.

 Finally, a reminder that being selected for this group does NOT guarantee placement on U13AAA or U13AA. Any players or goalies, after Thursday's intersquad game, who are placed in the U13AA/ A/ B evaluations, which begin September 24, will be competing with all remaining U13 players for spots on these teams.

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our ombudsperson at: 

ombudsperson@chebuctominorhockey.com

They will answer your question(s), or bring it to the attention of the evaluation committee for further discussion.

Thanks, and best of luck to all players in the remaining U13 evaluations.

Stephen, on behalf of the evaluation committee

VP Competitive

To all U15 goalie families,

 I apologize, but when the email was sent out for dates and times for U15 evaluations, the time and date for the goalie skills session was omitted.

 This skills session will be Monday, September 25 at 9pm at the Forum. 

 Thank you,

 Stephen, on behalf of the evaluation committee

VP Competitive

Hi Folks,

Please find below the rosters and game times for the U13 AAA Evaluation Games against Truro.

All games are at East Hants Arena. If your U13 players name does not appear below, they will resume the remaining tryout process Sept 24. More information will be provided within the week. 

Please arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to gametime. Please be aware of traffic.

All teams will wear their tryout jersey. Please do not forget them. 

If your player cannot attend, please contact VP Competitive (Stephen Pelham)

Thanks for your help in this stage of the tryout process. 

Chebucto Tryout Committee

Hi U13 Families, 

Thanks for your participation in the skills sessions. Please see below for the intersquad rosters and game times.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your assigned game time.

Reminder that the spectator section remains in the seating section behind the net closest to the entrance. 

If you do not see your player please contact the Executive Vice President - Craig Messervey by call or text - 902-483-1196.

Thanks - Chebucto Evaluation Committee