U13 AA
BOW RIVER U13 AA EVALUATIONS - KEY INFORMATION
Registration Deadline:
The deadline to register for Bow River U13 AA evaluations is July 15.
No late registrations will be accepted.
Tryout Fee – $250
The U13 AA tryout fee includes:
- A Bow River U13 AA tryout jersey
- 2 guaranteed evaluation games
- 1-2 additional evaluation games for top players
- A mix of independent (paid) and internal (non-U13) evaluators
- We aim for approximately 60% independent and 40% internal evaluators
- Goalies will be evaluated by Evolution Goaltending
Tryout Games & Selection Process
- Game Format
- The total number of tryout games will be determined by the number of registered players and the number of teams required.
- All tryout games will be 60–75 minutes in length and officiated by two referees.
- Final schedule will be set after the July 15th registration deadline.
- Selection Process
- All players are guaranteed to participate in two (2) tryout games prior to the first roster reduction.
- Following the initial games, rosters will be reduced to approximately:
- 17–19 forwards
- 10–12 defence
- X Goalies (number to be determined by registration number and scores)
- All goalies participate in the dedicated goalie skills and small-area games session(s)
- Scores from these session will count toward both the U13AA and regular U13 team selection processes
- Players advancing beyond the first reduction will participate in one (1) to two (2) additional tryout games.
- Final game - Coach Pick Game
- Prior to the Coach Pick Game, the Tryout Committee will lock the following players onto the U13AA roster based on their tryout rankings:
- Up to the top 6 Forwards
- Up to the top 4 Defence
- Up to the top 1 Goalie
- The next 6-8 ranked Forwards and 6 ranked Defence will be identified to the Head Coach as available to “pick”
- Following the completion of the Coach Selection Game, the U13AA Head Coach will make the roster selections from the eligible “pick” players to balance out the final team formation of
- 9 Forwards
- 6 Defence
- 2 Goalies
- Prior to the Coach Pick Game, the Tryout Committee will lock the following players onto the U13AA roster based on their tryout rankings:
There is no appeal process or exit interview/review for U13 AA tryouts. All roster decisions made by the evaluation committee and the Head Coach throughout the tryouts are final.
Players Trying Out for NWCAA U13 AAA
If your player is trying out for NWCAA U13 AAA and would like the option to try out for Bow River U13 AA if not selected:
- You must pay the Bow River U13 AA tryout fee at the time of registration
- If your player earns a spot with NWCAA, your Bow River U13 AA tryout fee will be fully refunded
Important:
If you do not register for the Bow River U13 AA tryout by July 15, and your player is not selected by NWCAA U13 AAA, they will not be eligible to try out for Bow River U13 AA.
U13 AA PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Bow River U13 AA program offers a high-caliber hockey experience designed to support player development through structured on-ice training, competitive gameplay, and off-ice performance development. Below is a detailed overview of the benefits included in the program.
On-Ice Program
Fees:
- The fees for the 2026-2027 Bow River U13 AA program will be $2020
Practices
- 2 full-ice practices per week
- Practice Schedule:
- Tuesdays at 4:00 PM
- one other varied practice time
Games
- U13 AA will play in the Calgary Division of Hockey Alberta’s AEHL U13 AA League
- 26-30 league games per season
- All games are 90 minutes in duration
- Online scoring and statistics through AEHL and Flo Hockey
Tournaments
- Participation in Hockey Calgary’s Elite U13 Thanksgiving Classic Tournament
- Entry in Esso Minor Hockey Week and City Championships
Off-Ice Development
- DASH Dryland Training: 8 sessions
- SCORE Shooting Range Sessions: 3 sessions
Skills Sessions
- Evolution Goaltending: 4 team-based goalie development sessions
- Skills Instructor Sessions: 5 sessions integrated into the season
Apparel Package
- Tracksuits with embroidered team logo, name and number.
- Hockey Bag
- Dryland Apparel (t-shirt and shorts)
- Pant Shells
COACH WANTED
The Bow River Bruins are looking for a passionate, driven and experienced coach to lead the U13 AA team for the 2026-2027 season. We are accepting applications from parent and non-parent candidates.
Please review our U13 AA Coach Selection Policy (button below)
To submit an application visit: https://bowriverhockey.ca/coachs-corner-2/ after June 15th or contact president@bowriverhockey.ca for further details.
Bow River Bruins Hockey Association
PO BOX 27048 RPO Tuscany SDM
Calgary, Alberta T3L 2Y1
