Columbus Chill Youth Hockey Association
DEVELOPMENT
The CCYHA Development Team program offers high caliber players in CCYHA house programs and the Blue Jackets Hockey League additional opportunities to develop their skills as individual skaters and team players. Emphasis is on the continued growth of the players in their skills and hockey knowledge under the guidance of Battery Hockey Academy and CCYHA coaches.
CCYHA players registered in our 12U and 14U house program and Blue Jackets Hockey League players in the 8U and 10U programs are welcome to tryout for our Development teams.
REGISTRATION CLOSED ON FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29.
DEVELOPMENT TRYOUT SCHEDULE
Below is the FINAL schedule for tryouts for our 2023-24 Development teams. Please note that due to registration numbers some times have changed.
| DAY | DATE | START | END | RINK | GROUP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | 10/6/23 | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | Dublin 1 | Girls 10U AND 12U (2011-2014) |
| Friday | 10/6/23 | 7:10 PM | 8:10 PM | Dublin 1 | Co-Ed (2015 & 2016) |
| Sunday | 10/8/23 | 9:30 AM | 11:00 AM | Dublin 1 | Co-Ed (2011 & 2012) |
| Sunday | 10/8/23 | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | Dublin 2 | Co-Ed (2013 & 2014) |
| Sunday | 10/8/23 | 12:10 PM | 1:10 PM | Dublin 2 | Co-Ed (2009 & 2010) |
TRYOUT PROCEDURES:
- All players must bring their equipment and a light and dark jersey with their own water bottle.
- All players must check-in and receive a number pinnie. If your pinnie is light, please wear our light jersey and the opposite if you are assigned a dark jersey. If you only have one jersey that is fine.
- Parents will not be allowed in the rink while the players are on the ice. Parents are allowed only the lobby area.
- If your player makes a development team, you will receive an offer email and be required to pay a deposit of $300 which will go towards your fees for the season. In order to keep the the process moving for everyone, offers must be reviewed and accepted within 24 hours of being made so that teams can be finalized.
NOTE: Offers for the 2015-16 teams will be sent as soon as possible after their tryout session on Friday October 6 as those teams will have a practice on Sunday October 8 from 11:50 AM to 2 PM.
Ages
For the 2023-24 season:
- Co-Ed Teams:
- 8U (Mites) - 2015 & 2016
- 10U (Squirts) - 2013 & 2014
- 12U (Pee Wees) - 2011 & 2012
- 14U (Bantam) - 2009 & 2010
- Girls Teams:
- 10U (Squirts) - 2013 & 2014
- 12U (Pee Wees) - 2011 & 2012
TRYOUTS
Tryouts for the 2023-24 Development Team season will be held in early October at the Dublin Chiller.
The tryout fee will be $50 and must paid upon registration.
TEAMS
CCYHA anticipates rostering the following teas in the 2023-24 season:
- Co-Ed Teams:
- 8U (Mites) - 2015 & 2016
- 10U (Squirts) - 2013 & 2014
- 12U (Pee Wees) - 2011 & 2012
- 14U (Bantam) - 2009 & 2010
- Girls Teams:
- 10U (Squirts) - 2013 & 2014
- 12U (Pee Wees) - 2011 & 2012
CCYHA may add or subtract to the number of teams above based upon the following:
1. Number of qualified level players trying out
2. Players accepting roster spots
3. Ice availability
4. Availability of qualified coaching
Practices
Practices will be held at Battery Hockey Academy. Teams will utilize the ice, synthetic ice, and off-ice areas of the facility to further develop their skills. We anticipate 9 practice sessions throughout the season on weekends.
Games/Tournaments
Games - Due to ice limitations at the Chiller, there will be no scheduled local games for these teams.
Tournaments - Anticipated 4 tournaments will be scheduled for each team. Out of town travel will be required.
Tournaments for the 10U, 12U and 14U Co-Ed teams are:
- 11/10 – 11/12: Motown Cup
- 1/12 – 1/15: Rock ‘N Roll Cup
- 2/16 – 2/19: Three Rivers Cup
- 3/8 – 3/10: Irish South Bend Cup
The tournaments for the 8U Mite and 10U and 12U Girls teams have not been finalized and estimated Tournament Weekends are as follows:
- November
- December
- MLK Weekend (January 13 - 16)
- Presidents Weekend (February 16 - 19)
- Middle of March
Costs
Costs for the Development Team are in addition to regular house fees. Players selected will incur an additional fee (approximately $700-850 depending on battery fees + tournament fees).
Upon making the team, each player will be asked to pay a $300 commitment deposit. Final payment will be due no later than December 1.
Fees include practice sessions, tournament registration fees and a jersey / socks (if required).
Fees do NOT include equipment or travel-related expenses such as gas, food, lodging, etc. which are paid separately by each player. Please note that most tournaments expect a two-night hotel stay minimum for players.
Jerseys / Socks
As every player receives a reversible jersey as a member of their house team which are also used for the Development team.
2023-24 Development
Tryout registration for the CCYHA Development teams will be open from April 17 to September 29.
Tryout Cost: $50
Tryouts dates will be beginning of October.
On the following pages you will be able to complete the registration process. You will provide contact information, sign consents and submit payment.
To complete registration through our secure site, please have your credit card or checking account information available.