AAA, Club hockey etc... ? for someone
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AAA, Club hockey etc... ? for someone
What are the different teams/clubs? IE-differences, what is "best", what are the school of thoughts on club hockey. I know many different leagues exist, but what are primary differences? My kid is 10 and we have a couple options for him, but I haven't the slightest clue. I hear about AAA, Showcase, Easton, CCM, Icemen, MMade and have no clue as to differences. Insight would be great PLEASE and THANKS.
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My_Kid_Loves_Hockey
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Snowmass,
You will get opionions about everything on here. Your best bet is to decide what is important to you/your player.
1)Development vs Games
Do you want to play games or have more practice time to develope skills/skating etc? Check teams websites for their practice/game information.
2)Location
Do you live North and they are South, how far do you have to drive to participate. For some this is an issue others it is a non-factor.
3)Cost
You will find programs from about $800 to over $2000 just for the icetime. These fees do not include travel cost either.
4)Programs philosiphy
What does the program strive for?
How does this fit in with your desires?
Does your player participate in other activities and how do they handle this.
Tournaments
How many do you want to participate in?
If teams list contact information call or e-mail them and ask them the questions that you have. Do your research!
You will get opionions about everything on here. Your best bet is to decide what is important to you/your player.
1)Development vs Games
Do you want to play games or have more practice time to develope skills/skating etc? Check teams websites for their practice/game information.
2)Location
Do you live North and they are South, how far do you have to drive to participate. For some this is an issue others it is a non-factor.
3)Cost
You will find programs from about $800 to over $2000 just for the icetime. These fees do not include travel cost either.
4)Programs philosiphy
What does the program strive for?
How does this fit in with your desires?
Does your player participate in other activities and how do they handle this.
Tournaments
How many do you want to participate in?
If teams list contact information call or e-mail them and ask them the questions that you have. Do your research!