Slingshot Info and Tryout Schedule

BCHL is currently preparing for the launch of another season for our "Slingshot" teams which has been                                                                                                              running since 2006-2007.  Our "Slingshot" teams are created as an option for players in our                                                                                                                                      Novice, Atom, Peewee, Bantam and Midget age divisions who are interested in advancing their hockey                                                                                                                    development at a higher competitive level.  This program is optional for current league members.

On behalf of the Coaches we would like to invite all eligible BCHL players to this year’s tryouts. The
BCHL “Slingshots” is a DEVELOPMENT program which means you still play on your designated
house league team and participation would be in addition to the BCHL house league program. This
is an opportunity to practice one extra time a week and participate in scheduled exhibition games.
We have worked closely with the BCHL house league to minimize conflicts, but ultimately there may
be some, and you will need to make every reasonable effort to support your house league team
throughout the year (for both games and practices).

Each team will carry up to 15 skaters and 1 goalie.  There will be up to 2 alternates per team that practice with the
team and are given opportunity to play in games to replace injured or sick players. Drills will be
selected as age/skill level appropriate and is geared at advancing the skill level. We have also
carefully selected devotionals that will help to build character both on and off the ice.

Eligibility is as follows:

• Novice U-9 players must be born in the years 2015 or 2016 (or younger)
• Atom U-11 players must be born in the years 2013 or 2014
• Peewee U-13 players must be born in the years 2011 or 2012
• Bantam U-15 players must be born in the years 2009 or 2010
• Midget U-18 players must be born in the years 2006 ( 6 players max), 2007 or 2008
• No overage players are permitted in any division. Underage players will be considered based on skill level.

Costs and Registration:

All Tryouts are $20 with the final being by invite only. All payments and registration are through
BCHL registration web page. Please note we may need to split the tryouts into multiple groups
to be able to control numbers. If required schedule attached is subject to change.

Approximate season costs as follows:

$ 380 (25 +/- ice times for practices/exhibition games -2-3 tournaments will be additional at approximate cost of $95/payer)

          SLINGSHOT TRYOUT SCHEDULE FOR 2023-2024

                                          Age Divisions:  Novice (U9), Atom (U11), PeeWee (U13), Bantam (U15) & Midget (U18) Slingshot