U16 Coaches Invite
I would like to extend a formal invitation to all players interested in attending try outs for the Upper Ottawa Valley Aces U16 Team (2010 birth year) for the 2024-2025 hockey season. Tryouts will begin in early May this year with all ice times being in
Renfrew unless it is an away tryout game.
May 3: 6:00 – 7:00pm
May 4: 3:00 – 4:00pm (GOALIES ONLY)
May 10: 6:30 – 8:00pm
May 11: 6:30 – 8:00pm
May 13: 8:30 – 10:00pm (Game against Nepean)
May 14: 8:30 - 10:30pm (Game against Kanata @ Bell Sensplex)
May 16: 9:30 – 11:00pm
May 17: 12:30 – 2:00pm (Game against Kanata)
Please keep an eye on the schedule as possible exhibition games maybe added. The players will be evaluated by myself, other non parent coaching staff and third party evaluators during each ice time. During the tryouts, players will be evaluated on the following:
1. Hockey skills and knowledge
2. Work ethic
3. Attitude and behavior
4. Ability to follow instructions
Players should be reminded that evaluations begin the moment they walk into the arena. The players will be observed on their behavior both on and off the ice. All I ask is that each player gives a full effort on the ice and listens when instructions are given. If a player is not sure of any instruction, please ask any of the instructors on the ice.
Myself, the coaching staff, and third party evaluators will be doing individual assessments during each ice time, and will not discuss any results with anyone outside of these individuals. Each player will be guaranteed 2 ice times. Previous players are not guarantee placement on this team and all players will be given equal consideration during the tryout process.
We are attending 4-5 tournaments which will be determined later.
Lastly, good luck and HAVE FUN!!! Looking forward to seeing all players show their skills and give it their best effort.
Nathan Latchford -
[email protected]
Head Coach