THE DIVISIONS

U7

U7 is for children born in 2019 and 2020 (they must be 5 on or before Dec 31, 2025). Each level in hockey consists of first- and second-year players. U7 players are typically in kindergarten and grade one.

U9

U9 is for children born in 2017 and 2018 (Must be turning 7 or 8 on or before Dec 31, 2025). Each level in hockey consists of first- and second-year players. U9 players are typically in grade two and grade three.

U11

U11 is for youth born in 2015 and 2016 (must be turning 9 or 10 on or before Dec 31, 2025). Each level in hockey consists of first- and second-year players. U11 players are typically in grade four and grade five.

In addition to practices twice a week, games generally consist of:

  • Tiering Tournament: Preseason tournament which allocates all the teams per age group into a division to ensure league structure is created so teams are a similar skill level.
  • 10-14 League Games: Half of the games are at home and half are away games
  • 3-5 Tournaments: Decided by the parents/coaches, usually at the parent meeting within the first two weeks of the season start
  • Banner Tournament: Divisional League Championship held for each age group from U11 and above

U13

U13 is for youth born in 2013 and 2014 (must be turning 11 or 12 on or before Dec 31, 2025). Each level in hockey consists of first- and second-year players. U13 players are typically in grade six and grade seven.

In addition to practices twice a week, games generally consist of:

  • Tiering Tournament: Preseason tournament which allocates all the teams per age group into a division to ensure league structure is created so teams are a similar skill level.
  • 10-14 League Games: Half of the games are at home and half are away
  • 3-5 Tournaments: Decided by the parents/coaches, usually at the parent meeting within the first two weeks of the season start
  • Banner Tournament: Divisional League Championship held for each age group from U11 and above, typically happens late Feb/early March and could be an away weekend
  • Provincials Tournament: Provincial Championship held for each age group from U13 and above for those who win their Banner Tournament, typically happens mid/end March at Spring Break and involves travel that can be anywhere in the province

U15

U15 is for youth born in 2011 and 2012 (must be turning 13 or 14 on or before Dec 31, 2025). Each level in hockey consists of first- and second-year players. U15 players are typically in grade eight and grade nine.

At this level players can also try-out for the regional zone team, managed by BC Hockey, however players must first register with KMH.

In addition to practices twice a week, games generally consist of:

  • Tiering Tournament: Preseason tournament which allocates all the teams per age group into a division to ensure league structure is created so teams are a similar skill level.
  • 10-14 League Games: Half of the games are at home and half are away
  • 3-5 Tournaments: Decided by the parents/coaches, usually at the parent meeting within the first two weeks of the season start
  • Banner Tournament: Divisional League Championship held for each age group from U11 and above, typically happens late Feb/early March and could be an away weekend
  • Provincials Tournament: Provincial Championship held for each age group from U13 and above for those who win their Banner Tournament, typically happens mid/end March at Spring Break and involves travel that can be anywhere in the province

U18

U18 is for youth born in 2008, 2009, and 2010 (must be turning 15,16, or 17 on or before Dec 31, 2025). U18 players are typically in grade ten, grade eleven, and grade twelve.

At this level players can also try-out for the regional zone team, managed by BC Hockey, or competitive teams in Cranbrook, however players must first register with KMH.

In addition to practices twice a week, games generally consist of:

  • Tiering Tournament: Preseason tournament which allocates all the teams per age group into a division to ensure league structure is created so teams are a similar skill level.
  • 10-14 League Games: Half of the games are at home and half are away
  • 3-5 Tournaments: Decided by the parents/coaches, usually at the parent meeting within the first two weeks of the season start
  • Banner Tournament: Divisional League Championship held for each age group from U11 and above, typically happens late Feb/early March and could be an away weekend
  • Provincials Tournament: Provincial Championship held for each age group from U13 and above for those who win their Banner Tournament, typically happens mid/end March at Spring Break and involves travel that can be anywhere in the province

All Ages Girls Recreation

For girls of all ages.

Want to learn to play hockey? Want to have fun with other girls developing skating and hockey skills? Power skating, drills and lots of shinny time!

Possibility if interested to join with other girls our ages to form a tournament team, but no obligation if you're happy with just weeknights and having your weekends off!

Ready to register? Not sure what equipment you'll need? Find more information about registration and equipment below.