Tryout Information
My name is Chris Misener and I am excited to be the head coach of the U13A/BB Barrie Sharks for the coming season. Below, I have outlined important information regarding the tryout process, schedule, and evaluation criteria. I would like to thank all of the families in advance who are coming out to tryouts.
Below is some information about the Tryout Process:
Due to the number of players registered, we have decided on 3 - 60 min sessions for the first night to ensure player safety and improved evaluations.
Tuesday April 29th -Allandale Rec Center
1A- 5:00-6:00
1B-6:00-7:00
1C-7:00-8:00
*Players will be assigned to either Session 1A, 1B or 1C. Instructions will be sent to participants via email the day before*
Wednesday April 30th, 5-6:30 pm - East Bayfield CC
Thursday May 1st, 5-6:30 - Innisfil Rec Center (Intersquad Game)
Friday May 2nd, 8-9:30 - East Bayfield CC - Game vs Caledon
TRYOUT PROCESS: You must pre-register your player on-line (BWHA Website) for the upcoming season. - Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the tryout begins.- When you arrive at the arena please go to the sign-in table and receive your players tryout jersey.(PLEASE RETURN YOUR ASSIGNED JERSEY AS YOU LEAVE)
Your players tryout ID is your code that identifies you on the website. After the 1st tryout results will be posted 1.5 hours after the Group C session. After 2nd & 3rd tryouts, results will be posted 1.5 hours after each session. After the final tryout, results will be posted 2 hours after the tryout is completed.
We will be evaluating skaters and goalies on ice for the following core competencies;
- Essentials skills (skating, movement, agility, athleticism)
- Puck control Shooting/passing
- Positioning (Hockey IQ, Desire, Competitiveness)
- Work ethic and Attitude
After each tryout, a list of players (by their registration Tryout ID) will be posted on the BWHA U13A/BB team site indicating players that have been asked back to the next tryout. If a player’s registration Tryout ID is NOT listed, they are encouraged to attend the U13BB/B tryouts.
The final 2025 -2026 roster will comprise 15 skaters and 2 goalies.
TEAM STAFF: Once the team has been selected, we will finalize key roles that include our Team Manager, Assistant Coaches, Trainers and a Treasurer.
PLAYER POSITIONS: While we appreciate player and parent position preferences, please note that the coaching staff will have the option of modifying players positions before and during the upcoming season.
TEAM EXPECTATIONS: The 2025/2026 season will officially begin late August, with pre-season activities. The season schedule will consist of 2 practices per week, with additional sessions dedicated to development nights. In addition, we will be looking to enter 4 or 5 tournaments (Non-US Showcase tournaments), all of which will be in Ontario. Team budget outlines have not yet been completed, but we are forecasting approximately $3500 per player for the 2025/2026 season. Families may be called upon for sponsorship and organize fundraising activities in an effort to offset these costs and to support the team.
IMPORTANT DATES:
Parent Meeting: Tuesday May 6th 6:00-7:30 pm (Location TBD)
Good luck to all players trying out!