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Tryout planning
Take the guesswork out of evaluations. See what coaches look for at each level, when tryouts usually happen, and how to prepare without overreacting to rink rumours.
Can they stop both ways? Crossovers? Get up quickly after falling?
Are they chasing the puck? smiling? listening to coaches?
Puck handling and passing basics.
Explosive starts, pivots, and transition skating.
Positional awareness, not just chasing the puck. Finding open ice.
Passing accuracy and shooting while moving.
Playmaking, defensive responsibility, and reading the play.
Winning battles along the boards. Backchecking intensity.
Execution at top speed.
Evaluations typically start immediately after Labour Day weekend.
Tryouts run concurrently with the first week of classes.
Many AAA programs have spring ID camps, with main camp in late August.
Evaluations for balancing teams happen after AA cuts are made.
Want to be ready when the time comes?
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