What nights does the spring league play?
It all depends on the ice availability! Generally, games are held on weekdays, as we aim to avoid weekends. The playoffs are a tournament-style format scheduled for the weekend leading up to the May long weekend. The league will wrap up no matter what before May long, which may effect the schedule.
What if my player has conflicts with baseball or soccer?
There will unfortunately be times when players need to make a choice if they’re participating in our spring league or other activities. On the bright side, these conflicts typically occur during the last two weeks of the season.
When will the schedule and team rosters be released?
Schedules and rosters will be released two weeks before the start of the league, which begins on the Monday following spring break. Even when the league reaches full capacity, registration remains open for those on the waitlist or for last-minute registrations up to one month before the start. After that, I’ll work with coaches to finalize the team rosters.
How do I determine the appropriate division for my player if I’m not local to Brandon?
Deciding on a division can be tricky. The divisions are designed to ensure there are enough participants in the league. Although there can be noticeable differences in size and strength by age, skill levels often aren’t far apart. If your player could fit into two divisions, I suggest opting for the lower division to encourage their confidence. However, some parents like to give their players the challenge of playing with older kids.
The divisions are as follows:
- U16 Division: Combines U13 rep players and U15 house players (non-contact)
- Division 1: Combines U13 house players and U11 A1 players
- Division 2: Combines U11 house players and U9 A1 players
- Division 3: Combines U9 A2 players and U7 players from the previous year
Are practices part of the league?
No, practices! This is a game only league.
Can I receive a refund?
Yes, refunds are allowed up until a week prior to our start date. After that, no refunds will be issued with no exceptions!
What are the odds of joining if I’m on the waitlist?
I always aim to make space for everyone. Whether you can join largely depends on how many goalies are available. If we have enough players, goalies, and ice, we’ll try to add more teams.
What time are the games?
Game times are 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, & 7:30PM. Typically we aim do put the youngest, (division 3) as the early games, and the older divisions (U16) later into the evening. We will try our best to rotate the 4:30PM game slot, however this won’t be perfect!