U12A Tryout Information, News, U12 Minor PeeWee A, U13, 2022-2023 (New Hamburg Hockey Association)

Thanks for your interest in competitive hockey and I look forward to seeing you all at the first tryout!
My name is Ian Rutherford and I am honored to be able to coach the U12A Huskies for the 2022-23 season.

Below you will find information related to the upcoming season, as well as the tryout schedule and process.
I understand that this can be a stressful time for many families. Please encourage your young athletes to do their very best, be relaxed and confident, have fun and enjoy the process.

TRYOUT SCHEDULE:

• September 20: TRYOUT - 4:30pm to 6:30pm - Optimist

• September 22: TRYOUT - 5:00pm to 7:00pm - Schout

• September 24: TRYOUT - 3:00pm to 4:30pm - Schout

• September 25: SCRIMMAGE @ Hespeler 6:00pm

**Roster will be announced on our Team Website following the Sept 24 Tryout**

5. September 26: SCRIMMAGE @ Woolwich 7:00pm

**Roster will be announced on our Team Website following the Sept 25 Game**

6. September 27: SCRIMMAGE v. Hespeler - 6:30pm - Optimist

**Roster will be announced on our Team Website following the Sept 26 Game**

• To give every player a fair opportunity, a group of independent and impartial evaluators has been assembled. Together we will collectively evaluate players on their core competencies and skills.
• The Staff and Evaluators will select and ice the best possible team, however, ultimately we're focused on bringing together those players who demonstrate hard work, are coachable and contribute to a positive team dynamic.
• After each tryout, a list of players (by their respective tryout number) will be posted on the NHHA U12A team site indicating players that have been asked back to the next tryout.  
• If a player’s tryout number is NOT listed, they have been released and are encouraged to attend the U13BB tryouts.
• The first set of releases will be made after the second tryout on September 22nd.
• Final releases will be made after the exhibition game on September 27. 
• The 2022/23 roster will include 15 skaters (9 forwards, 6 defense) and 2 goalies.

TEAM EXPECTATIONS:

• Please consider playing hockey at the Rep Level does require a higher level of time and financial commitment. The schedule will consist of approximately 1-2 games per week and at least 1-2 practices a week. In addition, we expect to enter 4 tournaments, 2 of which will be out of town.
• The Team Budget is getting finalized, but we can expect it will cost approximately $600 to $1000 per player for the 2022-23 season. We will be looking at additional fundraising activities to help offset these costs and support the team.
• Additional costs for: matching hockey socks (home & away), khaki pants, white button dress shirt, and blue huskies track jacket are additional expenses for all players.
• In order for a competitive hockey team to be successful, the full support and commitment of coaches, players and parents/guardians is required. We expect those selected to agree and sign a Code of Conduct, which sets the expectations for all involved (Coach, Parent, Player) in the upcoming season.