U13 AA
BOW RIVER U13 AA EVALUATIONS - KEY INFORMATION
Registration Deadline:
The deadline to register for Bow River U13 AA evaluations is August 15.
No late registrations will be accepted.
Tryout Fee – $250
The U13 AA tryout fee includes:
- A Bow River U13 AA tryout jersey
- Three guaranteed evaluation games
- Two additional evaluation games for top players
- A mix of independent (paid) and internal (non-U13) evaluators for Games 1–4
- We aim for approximately 60% independent and 40% internal evaluators
- Goalies will be evaluated by Evolution Goaltending
Tryout Games & Selection Process
Games 1–3
- 75-minute games, officiated by two referees
- Evaluations by a mix of independent and internal evaluators
- After Game 3, rosters are reduced:
- 17–19 forwards and 11–13 defensemen advance
- All goalies move on to a dedicated goalie skills and small-area games session
- Evaluations from this session will count toward both the U13 AA and regular U13 team selection processes
- Following the goalie session, 4–5 goalies are selected to advance
Game 4
- Includes the top 17–19 forwards, 11–13 defensemen, and 4–5 goalies
- 75-minute game, officiated by two referees
- After Game 4:
- The top 3 forwards, 2 defensemen, and 1 goalie will be secured on the U13 AA roster
Game 5
- Remaining players and goalies (excluding those already locked in) will compete for the final roster spots
- The U13 AA Head Coach will make the final selections
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 August 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 2025-2026 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
Members of the U13 AA team will be required to purchase a Bow River U13 AA apparel package. If players already own any of the required items and they are in good condition and match the current team design, they do not need to purchase replacements. Otherwise, the anticipated cost for the entire U13 AA Apparel Package will be approximately $400. This will include:
- 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 2025-2026 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://www.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