Jr. House League U7 to U9

Welcome to our Junior House League for players under 9

Goals of the Junior House League Program:

• Fun:  Our number one priority is to ensure that all players have a safe, positive and rewarding introduction to hockey and build confidence along the way
• Development: Our program meets all Hockey Canada Introduction Program/U5 to U9 requirements and is structured to maximize player development, focused on the necessary skills at every development stage
• Teach fair play, cooperation and sportsmanship
• Want even more fun & development? Check out our Competitive Development Program for players 8 years of age and younger.

What your player will get:

• Saturday primary ice slot at Long Branch (U5 to U8) or Central Arena (U9)
• Highly qualified volunteer coaches who create a safe, fun and motivating environment
• U5 to U9 house league development programs will be run by a local hockey development school to ensure a significant focus on skill and skating development as well as support for our volunteer coaches
• Additional game play slots will be added to ensure the FUN element remains the priority
• Goalie Skills Program for interested goaltenders – more details to come on timing and location
• Optional weekly outdoor shinny from December to February – a player favourite!
• Ongoing communication on your child’s development and year end assessments
• Use of lighter pucks and size appropriate nets in U5 & U7
• Team jerseys and socks
• Team photo
• Year end event and award
• Eligibility to play for a Sharks Competitive Development Team

Jr. House League program runs weekly from late September until the end of March. All practices and games take place on Saturdays with optional development opportunities and outdoor ice times taking place Sunday or during the week.