U11

U11 Hockey is Calgary’s next-level program for 9- and 10-year-olds, focusing on refining skills, introducing team tactics, fair ice time, and full-ice play in a fun, developmental environment.

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The U11 program bridges the gap between the introductory U7/U9 model and the more competitive U13 division. The core focus is on fair and equal ice time, skill development, and introducing full-ice hockey while building well-rounded hockey IQ.

Program details

Played on full ice with standard rules (off-sides, icing, formal penalties).
Players rotate through all positions (forward and defense) to gain balanced experience, except designated full-time goalies.
Two goalie options available:
- Full-time Goalie – Remains in net all season (must supply own goalie equipment).

- Hybrid Goalie Program – Rotates between goalie and out-player positions (must supply own goalie equipment).

U11 House League

U9–U11 players and families can choose between the Glenlake Community Stream or the West Calgary House League.

Evaluations & Team Formation

Evaluations usually begin after the Labour Day long weekend (late August or early September).
Players must attend all assigned sessions (typically 5–6).
Teams are tiered (AA through Tier 5) based on evaluation performance.
Most tiers have two “sister teams,” except AA (usually one team).
Friend requests cannot be accommodated due to tiered placement.

Practice Schedule

Practices vary week to week, typically 1.5–2 hours per week.
Weekday practices can start as early as 4:00 pm.
Weekend practices are usually in the mornings (as early as 6:30 am in some cases).
Ice curfew is 8:45 pm.
Teams normally share the ice with one other U11 team.

Games & Tournaments

Games are scheduled “one for one” (one weekday + one weekend game).
U11 teams (except AA) play in the South quadrant to reduce travel time.
Games are officiated by referees-in-training.
Tournaments are arranged at the team level.

Team Cash Calls

Teams may request a cash call (typically $200–$350 to a maximum of $500 per player) at the beginning of the season to cover additional expenses such as tournaments, dryland training, team apparel, and equipment.

U11 Hybrid Goalie Program (2020–21)

Learn more about the program structure and development pathway.

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