F.A.Q.
Registration & Evaluations is a ‘peak time period’ for Southwest Hockey, therefore response times will vary.
While waiting for a response, please also review the ABUNDANCE of information that is available on our website!
General
- Southwest Hockey ("SW", "SWH") is made up of a large group of dedicated volunteers who aim to provide a program for participants to; play at their skill level, build sportsmanship fundamentals, development skills, Fair Play all the while having FUN!
- Southwest Hockey operates under Hockey Calgary, who is governed by Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada.
- Further boundary details can be found at: http://www.hockeycalgary.ca/associationList.php
| Alpine Park | Bayview | Belmont | Braeside |
| Bridlewood | Canyon Meadows | Cedarbrae | Chinook Park |
| Eagle Ridge | Evergreen | Haysboro | Kelvin Grove |
| Kingsland | Millrise | Oakridge | Palliser |
| Pine Creek | Pump Hill | Shawnee Slopes | Shawnessy |
| Silverado | Somerset | Southwood | Tsuut'ina Nation |
| Woodbine | Woodlands | Yorkville | HCAL Approved Release |
- Website: southwesthockey.ca
- Email is the MAIN form of communication.
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- Members - MUST provide an email that they check on a regular basis. The Association 'strongly' suggests using a "PERSONAL" email, and not a work email.
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- Newsletters - called ‘The Southwest Slapshot’
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- Newsletters can be found on the website home page under "Quick Links"
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- Social Media:
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- Facebook - Southwest Hockey Association
- Instagram - southwesthockeyassociation
- Twitter - @SWHockeyassoc
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We encourage you to follow us on all social media platforms!
- Here is a brief overview of the hockey season, which usually runs from September to March.
| MONTH | DESCRIPTION |
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| JUN & JUL | Registration Opens. Different programs may have different opening dates so watch the website for updates in each program. |
| AUG | - Registration Late Fee is applicable. - Prep Camp typically occurs late August. |
| SEP | Participants take part in Pathway Skates and Evaluations/Team Placements: - U7 to U18 Community League - Team Placements / Tryouts. Some of the older divisions may finish early OCT. - House League Team Placements (see OCT). - CUBS Program does not require participants to be evaluated (See OCT). |
| OCT | - House League - Team Placements typically occur early OCT. Practice & Game Schedule start later in the month. - CUBS - Fall Program starts. - Teams Focus on Development. - Picture Day for the Association - Academy, Blueliner & Power Skating - Fall Programs start. - Seeding Round Games begin around the 3 weekend in OCT. |
| NOV | - U7 Senior teams may begin playing games mid-month. - U7 Junior teams may begin playing games end of month. - Seeding Round Games conclude. - Seasonal Break towards end of November till early December. This is an opportunity for a Tournament Window. - Registration opens for - CUBS - Winter Programs. - Registration opens for Academy, Blueliner, Power Skating - Winter Programs. |
| DEC | - U9-U18 - Regular Season Games start early DEC. - CUBS - Fall Program concludes. - Academy, Blueliner & Power Skating - Fall Programs conclude. - Seasonal Break towards end of December. This is an opportunity for a Tournament Window. |
| JAN | - Regular Season Games continue through the month of JAN. - CUBS - Winter Program starts. - Academy, Blueliner & Power Skating - Winter Programs start. - U9 to U18 Minor Hockey Week. |
| FEB | - Regular Season Games conclude in FEB for Community and House League - U11 to U18 Community teams participate in City Playoffs - begin end of FEB to mid-MAR. - House League - Jamboree. |
| MAR | - CUBS - Winter Program concludes. - Academy, Blueliner & Power Skating - Winter Programs conclude. - U7 Timbits - Jamboree occurs early MAR. - Practices for all teams conclude typically by mid-month. - City Championship Playoffs Conclude. - Provincials - will take place mid to end of MAR for teams that qualify |
- CUBS - 3 & 4-year-olds
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- This program is open to participants from ANY COMMUNITY
- Participant must be 3 years old at the start of the program.
- Two Sessions are offered;
- Fall Session (OCT-DEC)
- Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
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- Community League
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- U7, U9, U11, U13, U15 & U18.
- Season runs from SEP to MAR
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- House League
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- SW Hockey is part of the South Calgary Hockey House League (SCHHL) for U9 & U11.
- Season operates from SEP to MAR
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- Team Development
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- SW Hockey provides teams with up to four (4) on-ice team development sessions with professional coaches. This program is reviewed each season and is communicated to the Coaches/Managers at the start of the season."
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- Additional In-House Programs
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- In-house programs run during the season.
- Academy Program
- Two Sessions are offered; Fall Session (OCT-DEC) & Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
- Power Skating Program
- Two Sessions are offered; Fall Session (OCT-DEC) & Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
- Blueliner Academy
- Two Sessions are offered; Fall Session (OCT-DEC) & Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
- Prep Camps for Players & Goalies
- Occurs late August each year
- Goalie Night
- Monthly Camp that runs from Oct to Feb
- Academy Program
- In-house programs run during the season.
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Details can be found on the Parents>Registration tab.
- If events are confirmed, they will be posted to the website and/or communicated through the Association newsletter.
- Barring anything unforeseen, the following events typically occur:
- Welcome Back BBQ
- Family Santa Skate
- Coaches Cup
- Cougars Classic 3on3
- Orientation for U7 & U9 was held 2023 SEP 17
- This is targeted to new families in these divisions but returning families are also welcome.
- If you missed the orientation you are invited to view the Power Point Presentation
- The presentation is on the U7 page -- Click Here
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- To be SUPPORTIVE!
- Ensure your child is properly equipped.
- Cheer for the TEAM, not just certain participants. Be inclusive!
- HOCKEY IS A TEAM GAME! Ensure your child(ren) is(are) attending games AND practices; and adhere to the SW Hockey Attendance Policy.
- Step forward and VOLUNTEER! Our Association would not exist without the efforts of our Volunteers!!
- Show RESPECT for; Coaches, Participants, Officials, Parents/Guardians, Spectators, other volunteers, and our facilities.
- Adhere to the Respect in Sport Parent Program.
- Adhere to the Maltreatment Policy, and not discriminate based on race, ethnic origin, skin colour, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability.
- Abide by the Policies and Procedures of Southwest Hockey, as well as the Rules and Regulations of our governing bodies (Hockey Calgary, Hockey Alberta & Hockey Canada).
- Helmet (CSA approved), Face mask (CSA approved), Throat Protector, Mouth Guard (optional but recommended for U7 Timbits), Shoulder Pads, Elbow Pads, Hockey Gloves, Hockey Pants, Hockey Shin Pads, Skates, Jock Strap & Cup / Jill Strap, Sock Tape, Socks, Practice Jersey, Hockey Stick (cut to the correct length), Water Bottle (clearly marked and not to be shared), and of course a Hockey Bag.
- Southwest provides game jerseys and game socks which are ONLY to be worn during games.
- For equipment sizing and "how to videos" click for more details.
For more details CLICK HERE
- Key providers are; Cardel Rec South (CRS), Oakridge Community (OAK) & Seven Chiefs Sportsplex
- Additional ice contracts may also be utilized at Ed Whalen, Ernie Starr and Frank McCool
- ‘Away’ games, exhibition games, tournaments and/or additional team practices can be scheduled at other various arenas. Exhibition and tournaments can be scheduled in other cities/rural arenas.
- The Association may also pick up additional ice at other arenas from what has been listed; as deemed necessary. Here is a link to other arena locations: https://www.hockeycalgary.ca/arena
- Community League
- The practice hockey schedule varies from week to week and month to month.
- There are no set days/times for Community teams with the exception of U9. Barring anything unforeseen; the aim will be to schedule U9 their weekday practice mainly on Tuesday's / Wednesday's, then another practice on the weekend. The practice on the weekend will depend on when your league game is scheduled.
- U7 Schedule details can be found on the “Parents>Registration>U7 Timbits” tab.
Further details can be found on the “TeamOps > Team Managers > Ice Scheduling” tab
- House League (SCHHL)
- Game schedules will be posted on the Hockey Calgary website in October for the entire season.
- Schedules will also be available for the entire season through the teams' TeamSnap account.
- Schedule parameters are listed in the SCHHL Registration Document. Details can be found on the “Parents>Registration>House League” tab.
IMPORTANT TO NOTE ---> "The goal is always to have minimal schedule adjustments; however, schedules are always subject to change."
- Details can be found on the “TeamOps > Team Managers > Ice Scheduling” tab.
- 2023-2024 Season - Sunday October 15, 2023.
- Details will be sent to the Team Managers & posted to the website; once information is available.
- Yes! Details can be found on the “Parents>Apparel” tab.
The '2 Deep Policy' is another reference to 'Dressing Room Supervision'.
The Head Coach will be responsible to ensure there is at least one (1) and preferably two (2) responsible adults monitoring the team dressing room before and after each ice time. They will endeavor to prevent disorderly conduct, bullying, and vandalism in any form. These adults may be any team official or adult selected by the Head Coach or Team Manager. Failure to comply with this supervision may result in the suspension of the Head Coach for a period of at least one (1) game.
To review the Hockey Calgary Dressing Room Supervision Policy: CLICK HERE
NO! Only registered Bench Staff who are listed on a Hockey Canada Roster (HCR) are allowed on the ice/bench for practices or games.
Coaches
- Details can be found on the “Coaches" tab.
NOTE: THERE ARE DEADLINES. Review the DEADLINE DATES to ensure you don't miss out.
- Every Coach must have, BEFORE being placed on the roster or being permitted on the ice;
- Police Information Check
- Safety
- Respect-in-Sport (Activity Leader)
- There are some additional Coaching Certifications that are required for some Coaches on the roster. They are:
- Coach Level 1 or 2 (this is a 2-part certification). This certification only needs to be completed once and does not expire.
- Checking Skills (this is a 2-part certification). This certification only needs to be completed once and does not expire.
- These additional certifications MUST be completed by November 15th each season
Details can be found on the “Coaches>Coach Certifications” tab.
- If you have concerns with how your child is being treated, or how the team is run. First step is to talk with the coach, in a CALM manner – ONLY AFTER the “24 Hour Cooling Off Period” has been followed: as per the SW Game & Conduct Procedures.
- If you feel you cannot speak to the Coach, then contact the Team Manager.
- Further information regarding the Dispute Resolution Process can be found on the "Parents>Game and Conduct" tab.
- SW Hockey has a ‘Return to Play Policy’. Within this policy, SW Hockey also supports the Hockey Canada Concussion Injury protocol.
- Details can be found on the “Coaches>Resources" tab.
Development
YES! Every August we run a Prep Camp for U7 to U18
- This pre-season Prep Camp typically runs late August each year
- There are sessions for players and goalies
Details can be found on the Parents>Registration>Prep Camp tab
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SW Hockey provides teams with up to four (4) on-ice team development sessions with professional coaches. This program is reviewed each season and is communicated to the Coaches/Managers at the start of the season."
SW is proud to offer a variety of development programs for individual registration;
- CUBS - 3 & 4-year-olds
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- This program is open to participants from ANY COMMUNITY
- Participant must be 3 years old at the start of the program.
- Two Sessions are offered;
- Fall Session (OCT-DEC)
- Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
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- Additional In-House Programs
In-house programs run during the season.
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- Academy Program
- Two Sessions are offered; Fall Session (OCT-DEC) & Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
- Power Skating Program
- Two Sessions are offered; Fall Session (OCT-DEC) & Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
- Blueliner Camp – Program for Defenceman
- Two Sessions are offered; Fall Session (OCT-DEC) & Winter Session (JAN-MAR)
- Goalie Night
- Monthly Camp that runs from Oct to Feb
- Academy Program
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- The "Snipes & Dangle" camp runs between Christmas and New Years each year.
- This camp is for U7, U9 & U11
Details will be available on the Parents>Registration tab once the camp has been finalized for 2023
Evaluations
‘Pathway Skates’ are scheduled prior to your ‘Evaluation/Team Placement Skates’. Pathway Skates allow players to get back onto the ice in a less formal setting before the Placement Skates occur.
- Pathway Skates are not mandatory; they are highly recommended.
- Some Pathway Skates will begin the week of August 28th for Community U9, U11 and U13, and will then continue after the Labour Day long weekend and will also include U7, U15 and U18
- No Pathway Skates will occur during the Labour Day long weekend.
- Pathway Skates for House League will likely happen mid-September.
- Schedules will be posted approximately mid-August and can be found at: Parents>Evaluations
- Evaluations will begin following the Pathway Skates.
- Community evaluations begin after the September long weekend.
- House League evaluation/team placement skates will be held early October
- No Evaluation Skates will occur during the Labour Day long weekend.
- Schedules will be posted approximately mid-August and can be found at: Parents>Evaluations
- There are many players who have not played before, and there is also lots of practice time over the season, for improvement.
- With any new sport, players must acquire new/different skills. The practices are designed to teach the necessary skills, which will vary by age groups and divisions.
- When players go through evaluations, they are placed on teams with players of similar skill set
- Yes, ‘Body Checking’ is permitted in U15 & U18 à Divisions 1 to 3 only.
NOTE: ‘Body Contact’ remains part of the game, & only ‘Body Checking’ is limited to certain Age Groups and Divisions.
The evaluation tab should answer any questions you have! You can find all the schedules, contact information, documents, procedures and guidelines!
- Details can be found on the “Parents>Evaluations tab.
Ice Schedules
- The Ice Scheduler schedules ice for all SWH teams as equitable and fair as possible.
- In addition to scheduling practices, the Ice Scheduler also schedules all Development Programs (Academy and Association Development), Prep Camps, Goalie Camps, Evaluations, Various Clinics/Training, Tournament Packages, Cougars Classic 3on3; as determined by the Board of Directors with regards to the events being hosted that season.
- The Ice Scheduler uses a software program called “OneClickIce” ("OCI") to schedule teams.
- There are no set rules but rather guidelines that Hockey Calgary uses when scheduling the league games.
- For consistency, Southwest Hockey utilizes these same guidelines when scheduling practices.
- However, the Association (or individual teams) may schedule outside of these posted guidelines for such events as; evaluations, exhibition, tournament and practice times; as deemed necessary, because these are only 'guidelines'.
There are no set rules, and rather there are guidelines that (Hockey Calgary) HCAL uses when scheduling how late a League Game is played. For consistency purposes, SWH utilizes these same guidelines when scheduling practices.
- Because these are ONLY guidelines (not set rules) --> Teams or the Association, may schedule outside these ranges for activities such as; evaluations, exhibition games, tournaments & practices; as deemed necessary.
- House League parameters: CLICK HERE
- U7 Timbits schedule: CLICK HERE
WEEKDAY - PRACTICE RANGES
- U9 --> 4:30pm - 8:00pm
- U11 --> 4:30pm - 8:45pm
- U13 --> 4:30pm - 9:45pm
- U15 --> 5:30pm - 10:15pm. More common would be between 5:45pm - 10:15pm
- U18 --> 5:30pm - 11:15pm. More common would be between 7:00pm - 11:15pm
WEEKDAY - GAME RANGES
- U9 --> No weekday games
- U11 --> 5:45pm - 8:45pm
- U13 --> 5:45pm - 9:45pm
- U15 --> 5:45pm - 10:15pm. More common would be between 6:30pm - 10:15pm
- U18 --> 6:00pm - 11:30pm. More common would be between 7:00pm - 11:15pm
WEEKEND - PRACTICE RANGES
- U9 --> 6:30am - 8:00pm
- U11 --> 7:00am - 8:45pm
- U13 --> 8:00am - 9:45pm
- U15 --> 10:30am - 10:00pm. More common would be between 1:00pm - 10:00pm
- U18 --> 11:00am - 10:00pm. More common would be between 1:00pm - 10:15pm
WEEKEND - GAME RANGES
- U9 --> 8:00am - 8:00pm
- U11 --> 8:00am - 8:45pm
- U13 --> 9:00am - 9:45pm
- U15 --> 10:30am - 10:15pm. More common would be between 3:00pm - 10:15pm
- U18 --> 1:00pm - 11:30pm. More common would be between 3:00pm - 11:30pm
A P90 is an effective way of scheduling teams so that they can benefit from receiving both shared ice and full ice within a 1 hour practice. The start time is offset by 30 minutes to allow each team to have full ice for 30 minutes and also share ice for 30 minutes.
Example: The Ice Scheduler has a 5:45pm-7:15pm ice time and schedules Team X and Team O.
- On Team X's schedule, they will see 5:45pm-6:45pm.
- On Team O's schedule, they will see 6:15pm-7:15pm.
- Team X will have the 1st 30-minutes as full-ice, then Team O will come on the ice at 6:15pm where the teams will share the ice for 30-minutes.
- Team X will leave at 6:45pm, then Team O will have full-ice for the last 30-minutes of the ice time.
Utilizing the ice scheduling software helps to ensure that teams within the same age division receive a similar number of:
- Hours on the ice
- Full & shared practices
- Total practice ice times
- Earlier morning ice times (for the younger divisions)
- Later evening ice times (for the older divisions)
- Early weekday ice time starts may vary between age divisions
The following checks and balances are reviewed for EVERY generated practice schedule; with the goal that by the end of the season, teams within each age division are as balanced as possible.
- Minimum 15-hours between ice times.
- Minimal back-to-back days. Attempts are made to not have more than 4-days in a row on the ice.
- Early & late ice counts.
- Blackout dates.
- Dry Spells. Attempts are made to try and ensure there are no large gaps between ice sessions. NOTE: A dry spell is only a 'dry spell' if a team has not practiced OR had a game over a period of time. It is also possible that a team could have multiple games before another practice is scheduled; due to how Hockey Calgary scheduled the games.
To find another team's GAME schedule, visit the Hockey Calgary website, and at the top of the page --> select the Age Category. Teams will then be listed.
Practices are not posted publicly. If you would like to know when team practices are scheduled, please contact the family directly. At that time, you can also inquire with the family if you can have access to the team schedule, and add you to TeamSnap.
For instructions on adding family members to TeamSnap: CLICK HERE.
There are about ten (10) "sections" when it comes to scheduling. NOTE: Dates can be subject to change:
- Evaluations --> (Aug 26 till approx. OCT 6)
- Preseason --> (OCT 1 - OCT 18)
- Seeding Round --> (OCT 19 - NOV 17)
- Seasonal Break --> (NOV 18 - DEC 1)
- Regular Season - 1st Part --> (DEC 2 - DEC 22)
- Winter Break --> (DEC 23 - JAN 2)
- Regular Season Resumes - 2nd Part --> (JAN 3 - FEB 23)
- U9 Esso Minor Hockey Week (EMHW) --> (JAN 11 - JAN 12)
- U11 - U18 Esso Minor Hockey Week (EMHW) --> (JAN 10 - JAN 18)
- U11 - U18 City Championships --> (FEB 25 - MAR 19)
- Provincials --> Depends on age division (applicable to U13 - U18)
- Team Practices for the Community League will go till approx. mid-March
- All other programming is determined per program
For the Community League --- Practice schedules are not set schedules between 'Monday to Sunday', and rather they are balanced within approximately a 7-day period; depending on where games are scheduled.
Only programs that have set days and times; such as, House League can be completed for the season.
U7 to U18 schedules cannot be completed for the entire season due to game scheduling being completed through Hockey Calgary. Games need to first be scheduled, and then the Ice Scheduler can proceed with the remaining ice slots to generate the practice schedules.
Hockey Calgary breaks-up the season into Seeding Round, Regular Season, Esso Minor Hockey Week, and Playoffs.
October is the month we have the most ice available for practices because there are no games being scheduled on that contract ice, until the Seeding Round starts.
Ideally, it would be great to have a practice (or two) prior to every game. However, this is just not always possible given a number of other variables; such as, Hockey Calgary needing to schedule an increased number of games in a 7-day period to ensure teams within each division have played each other. A 'domino effect' to this is the possibility of not having available ice in between those games.
People often see a “dry spell” only in terms of practices. That is NOT the case. Both games and practices are taken into consideration when calculating “dry spells”.
If your team has no practices in a 6-day stretch, but the team has 2 games scheduled, this is not considered a “dry spell”. A "dry spell" is only a "dry spell" if the team has not been on the ice at all for four (4) + days.
Ice is charged by the hour and ice slots vary from 1 hour to 1.5 hours. If we were to look at just the number of sessions, teams that were scheduled more 1.25-hour slots would accumulate an extra hour of ice time; every 4 practices vs. a team that had 1-hour practices. Hours are the best way to ensure balancing is as fair as possible.
Visit the U5 CUBS page - Click Here
Visit the U7 Timbits page - Click Here
Visit the House League page - Click Here
- As U9 transitions from U7 (who has fairly consistent practice schedules), to U11 (where the schedule is not consistent) - the goal for the U9 Age Division is to provide as much consistency as possible from week to week.
- While schedules are subject to adjustments, the following is what we aim to schedule:
- Practices: Teams will typically receive two (2) practices in a 7-day period. Based on the # of teams and available ice, U9 teams can anticipate weekday practices on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Wednesdays. Due to the earlier morning practices that can be scheduled on Saturdays, we try to avoid practices on Fridays. U9 teams will not be scheduled practices on Thursdays to allow families to register for the internal supplemental U9 Power Skating Program. Teams will also receive one (1) practice on the weekend.
- League Games: Are scheduled by Hockey Calgary on the weekends. Six (6) in the Seeding Round and ten (10) in the Regular Season. While the goal is to schedule one (1) game on the weekend; depending if a team attends a tournament, the domino effect to that is having two (2) games on subsequent weekends. Should a U9 team have two (2) games in one weekend, they will not receive a practice that same weekend.
- Short answer: No they don't.
- However, due to some of Southwest Hockey's internal supplemental programs; practices are not scheduled on the following days of the week to allow families to register for those programs:
- U11 AA, Tier 1 & Tier 2 - Not scheduled practices on Wednesdays - Due to the U11 Academy Program
- U11 Tier 3, Tier 4 & Tier 5 - Not scheduled practices on Mondays - Due to the U11 Cougars Club Program
- U13 Tier 1 & Tier 2 - Not scheduled practices on alternating Tuesdays - Due to the Blueliner Program
- U13 Tier 1, Tier 2 & Tier 3 - Not scheduled practices on Thursdays - Due to the Academy Program
- U13 Tier 4, Tier 5 & Tier 6 - Not scheduled practices on Mondays - Due to the U13 Cougars Club Program
- U15 BC Tier 1 & Tier 2 - Not scheduled practices on alternating Tuesdays - Due to the Blueliner Program
Officials
- Hockey Alberta is your contact for all things "Officials"
- Visit them at - https://officials.hockeyalberta.ca/register/become-an-official-return/
- Contact them at - https://www.hockeyalberta.ca/contact/
If NO Officials show up for your game, contact the appropriate Quadrant Assignor by CLICKING HERE.
If you only have 1 Official who shows up, the game will go ahead. You can still contact the Assignor advising that only 1 Official showed for the game and the Assignor will handle accordingly.
Additional Notes:
- For U9 / U11 --- Coaches must have skates / helmet with them at all games. Then if NO Refs show, the Coach will ref the game.
Registration
- A comparison chart is listed on the “Parents>Registration>House League” tab.
U15 & U18 are the only divisions that offer a choice of Body-Checking or NON Body Checking. Teams will compete against other community hockey teams from across the city in each specific division. You will indicate through registration which division the participant would like to evaluate in.
- The Body Checking division has 3 teams that are tiered. There are limited spots and typically we have more participants choose to evaluate in this division. In this case participants who don't successfully evaluate in Body-Checking will continue in evaluations but will be moved to the NON Body Checking division.
- The teams in NON Body Checking are also tiered.
- All Participants will be placed as per their evaluation tryout.
- Details can be found on the “Registration” tab.
- Anyone between the ages of 5-17 (based on their age by December 31st of the current playing season), would play in one of the groups below;
- CUBS is for participants who are 3 & 4. The participant must be 3 years old by the time the program starts.
- Participants in U9 & U11 can choose between Community or House League.
For the fee chart --- CLICK HERE
- Registration fees include such expenses as, but not limited to; ice rentals (games & practices), game length, officiating costs, Hockey Calgary, Hockey Alberta & Hockey Canada player fees, insurance, socks, team picture (SportsMate), coaching certifications, evaluations, and administrative costs.
- YES! Details can be found on the “Registration>Financial Assistance” tab. If you require assistance please contact registrar@southwesthockey.ca.
- Receipts can only be obtained by logging in to your TeamSnap Account on a web browser (not on the TS app).
- Instructions to print your receipt are located at “Parents>Registration>Receipts”
- IMPORTANT – Receipts are only available to download/print for the current season. Previous season receipts are not available.
- Besides the registration fees, families are also responsible for “team fees”.
- Each team will have a Parent Meeting to discuss and confirm a team budget. This budget will cover possible items such as; additional ice for exhibition games, # of tournaments, social activities, etc.
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- As an example, if the team budget is $2,600 & there are 15 players on the team, each family would be responsible for $173 (“Cash Call”), which would be payable to the team bank account.
- The deadline for the Cash Call to be paid to the team bank account is: OCT 31st
- Please let your Team Manager know if you require more time to pay the “Cash Call”.
- Teams must follow the Cash Call policy as per the Association
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- Fundraising is another option as a way to keep expenses lower. This will require TEAM efforts to be successful. There are also AGLC Rules/Regulations that must be followed.
- Exception: House League is not permitted to fund-raise or participate in tournaments or to purchase extra ice. For further conditions refer to the “Parents>Registration>House League”
- Details can be found on the “Parents>Registration>U7 Timbits” tab.
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- Refer to the SW Hockey Registration Information Package for further details.
Elite Hockey teams are “AA” / “AAA” teams, at the U13, U15 & U18 Age Divisions.
- Depending on the community that your player resides in, will determine the ‘Elite Association’ in which SW Hockey players would try-out for. The two (2) ‘Elite Associations’ for SW Hockey are: Calgary Buffaloes or the Calgary Royals.
Further details can be found on the “Parents>Registration>Elite Hockey” tab.
- You will be contacted by your Eval Age Division Coordinator with the Group # that your participant will start in, for the evaluation process.
- The evaluation schedule will be posted closer to mid-August; barring any unforeseen circumstances.
- You will be contacted by approx. August 21st with your Pathway groupings to start; followed by the Evaluations groupings.
- Details can be found on the “Parents>Evaluations” tab.
- SW has formalized a Refund Policy. Details are in the Registration Information Package under the “Parents>Registration”
- Parents wanting to withdraw also MUST complete the Withdrawal Form at “Parents>Registration>Withdraw Request”
- The time and date stamp on the Form will be used as per the process
Suspensions
NO! Never play a player that you suspect may receive a suspension. If you have not heard back from your League Chair within 24-hours - you will need to follow up with them again. It's best to err on the side of caution.
If a suspended player participates in a game, the Head Coach can face a significant suspension. As per Hockey Calgary Rules and Regulations; the penalty for a Head Coach that allows a suspended player or team official to participate in any game is up to a three-year suspension.
So long as the player sits for the game, that should go towards the suspension; unless there are extenuating circumstances.
For further clarification, refer to the Hockey Calgary Rules and Regulations: CLICK HERE
This rule can be found in the Hockey Calgary Rules & Regulations: CLICK HERE
Volunteers
- SW Hockey is run almost exclusively by volunteers!!!
- A continued commitment from our families is needed in order for SW Hockey to operate effectively.
- The Volunteer Bond value is;
- Community League - $500
- House League - $350
- The purpose of the bond, is to encourage more families to become actively involved in making SW the best it can be.
- For further information regarding the Volunteer Bond, check out the “Parents>Volunteers” tab.
- If you have a child in both programs, families are ONLY REQUIRED to fulfill the expectations of the Community League.
- Volunteer Bond opportunities can be found on the Southwest Hockey website at: southwesthockey.ca under the “Parents>Volunteers” tab.
Still have questions?
If you have a question that has not been covered above, or on the website; please contact:
General Inquiry --- admin@southwesthockey.ca
Coaches --- coaches@southwesthockey.ca
Development --- development@southwesthockey.ca
Evaluations --- evaluations@southwesthockey.ca
Ice --- ice@southwesthockey.ca
Officials --- https://www.hockeyalberta.ca/contact/
Registration --- registrar@southwesthockey.ca
Volunteers --- volunteers@southwesthockey.ca
