Tryout Tips For Players & Parents.

Tryouts can be a stressful time for both players and parents, here are some tips that will help guide you through the tryout process.

Q - What level should I tryout for ?

A - It depends where you feel comfortable but if you're looking to play the highest level you can I suggest starting at AAA (Boys), AA (Girls) and if you are selected that's great! If you're not selected try AA/A and so on. Starting at the higher level tryouts may make you discouraged however that is not the purpose; the purpose is to see where you fit in and what you really need to work on to make that level of hockey.

Q - What should I be doing during the tryouts ?

A - During the skill evaluation portion work on :

1. Being on time, checked in and ready to take the ice at the start of the tryout.

2. Listen to the coaches instructions and refrain from chatting with other players.

3. If you don't understand a drill, go to the back of the line and watch the players ahead of you.

4. Don't cheat the drills, execute the drills as described to the best of your ability.

5. Last but not least, work hard!

During the exhibition games :

1. Check your associations website for roster, game

   times and dress code information.

2. Play the position the Coach wants you to play, maybe he or she sees you at a different position that you normally play.

3. Play your position, work hard and always be positive in the room and on the ice.

Q - What do I do as a player if I get released ?

A - Usually teams are only taking 17 players and it's sometimes hard to be 1 of the 17, don't get down on yourself, keep focused and get ready for your next evaluation.

Q - What do I do as a parent if my son or daughter gets released ?

A - email the Coach thanking them for the evaluation and request feedback on what your son or daughter needs to work on for next year. Coaches will appreciate this and reply with feedback. DO NOT send an emotionally charged email that could potentially affect your son or daughter's chance of being an AP player or a quality look the following year.

We hope this information helps and good luck at tryouts!