2021 SSHD AAA 

In it’s third full season, SSHD AAA Hockey Club has established itself as the finest spring hockey development program in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. The club hosts Elite and AAA teams for male and female athletes from U7 to U15, along with NEW Invitation Only Elite Female teams at U13, U15, and U18 which will include some of the very best players from across Eastern Ontario. The program features exclusively professional non-parent coaches and fully integrated development which includes league play, tournament play, advanced individual skill sessions run by professional instructors, and off-ice training from the regions leaders in each domain.

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If you’re serious about using the spring to give your player the best possible development boost, and they are considered to be one of the most focused, coachable, and hard-working players on their team, then we have a great opportunity for them and your family.

The Senators Spring Hockey Development Program is the perfect answer to provide players with additional skill development, fun, and the competitive-minded push they need before they head into an off-season of other activities. The SSHD AAA program focuses first and foremost on advanced skill development, lead by our professional full-time coaches from the Ottawa Senators Hockey Programs, along with exciting non-traditional league games through the Ottawa Senators Spring Youth Leagues (4 on 4 & 3 on 3 in a “normal” year), and the best possible tournament and/or AAA league experiences operated by Sensplex Tournaments; all without the added expense and commitment of travelling to out of town events for most teams ( Elite teams may also participate in out of town competition at some levels). This is a development program for serious athletes only, and while a key part of our club philosophy is to push players to their limits during development, it is also to focus on each athlete loving their experience. Our coaches strive to ensure a fun but challenging environment.

Coaching staff will be led by professional full-time coaches and skill instructors, including Sens Hockey Programs Head of Hockey Development Hanna Turpeinen, Head Hockey Instructor and Sr Player Development Specialist Julie Knerr, Head Hockey Instructor Michael Xhignesse, Lead Goaltending Consultant, Dave Stathos, Director of Hockey programs Andy Bryan, and more. Click here to see bios of key club staff and the list of Team Head Coaches by level.

2021 NEWS – Features have been modified to suit after delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. We are thrilled that under Step 3 of Ontario’s Reopening Plan, tournaments, league play and full practices return for our club members as of July 19, 2021.

Players Wanted: 2006 and 2014 Age Levels!
As of July 15, 2021 applications are once again being accepted for competitive-minded players who wish to join the SSHD AAA Hockey Club. Players will participate in a minimum of 12-14 practices, a home AAA tournament (July 31-August 2), and Sensplex Summer AAA League play (Aug. 6 to 29 with one ‘bye’ week off) with their teammates to ensure an incredible development experience to prepare for the 2021-22 season.

2021 SSHD AAA Roster Announcements

Team rosters will be announced via private postings to TeamSnap, the official program management and communication tool of the SSHD AAA Hockey Club.

The Ottawa Senators Spring Hockey Development Program is only accepting applications from competitive players capable of playing at a Spring AAA level.

Annual Program Features (Non-Covid Year)

(U7-2014 will feature a modified version of the U8-U9 program indicated)

ATTENTION GOALIES! Senators Spring AAA Hockey Development goaltenders will be coached by former professional goaltender Dave Stathos, and other elite coaches from the Dave Stathos Goalie Performance Center team, delivering unmatched value with the best possible development opportunity for those goalies who select and then qualify for our program!

Eligibility – Is this program right for your athlete?:

The Senators Spring AAA Hockey Development Club is exclusively for those players and parents who are serious about their development. Our players are expected to be some of the most hard-working, focused, disciplined, and coachable in youth hockey. Players must be capable of playing at a competitive spring hockey level and of being pushed to perform to the best of their abilities in all games and practices. All players must also have a proven track record of being good teammates, and being respectful to coaches, officials, and the opposition. Our goal is to have highly competitive teams at each level with all club members being good players and good people. Players who have had discipline or behavioural issues with their minor hockey coaches are asked to refrain from applying to the SSHD program. Parents are expected to be positive influences who fully support all players and coaches in their development-first, team-first approach.

At all times, players, coaches, and parents must represent the Senators organization with class and pride.

Please note that due to immense interest in the SSHD AAA program and the high number of players being evaluated, only players who are currently playing competitive hockey should apply for our 2006 to 2011 teams (U10 and above). Top Tier House (Tier I Competitive + Tier II House A) players may apply to our 2012 through 2014 teams (Pre-Novice & Novice U7-U9).

Program Fees (Late Registration Only)

• Costs: Late Registration (available at select levels only) $991.30
• Players Not Chosen: The full amount is non-refundable should your player be selected for the SSHD AAA program. If they are not selected, the FULL amount (less an $80 evaluation fee) is refundable or may be placed as a credit on file towards another Ottawa Senators Hockey Program (PEP, Weekly Skills, Camps, Youth Leagues, and more). Evaluation fees cover costs of evaluators, ice time, jerseys, travel and more and are not tied to a minimum number of evaluation sessions.

Eligibility – Is this program right for your athlete?:

The Senators Spring AAA Hockey Development Club is exclusively for those players and parents who are serious about their development. Our players are expected to be some of the most hard-working, focused, disciplined, and coachable in youth hockey. Players must be capable of playing at a competitive spring hockey level and of being pushed to perform to the best of their abilities in all games and practices. All players must also have a proven track record of being good teammates, and being respectful to coaches, officials, and the opposition. Our goal is to have highly competitive teams at each level with all club members being good players and good people. Players who have had discipline or behavioural issues with their minor hockey coaches are asked to refrain from applying to the SSHD program. Parents are expected to be positive influences who fully support all players and coaches in their development-first, team-first approach.

At all times, players, coaches, and parents must represent the Senators organization with class and pride.

Please note that due to immense interest in the SSHD AAA program and the high number of players being evaluated, only players who are currently playing competitive hockey should apply for our 2006 to 2011 teams (U10 and above). Top Tier House (Tier I Competitive + Tier II House A) players may apply to our 2012 through 2014 teams (Pre-Novice & Novice U7-U9).

SSHD AAA Jerseys & Shells

All teams will wear the Red (away) and White (home), other than the our Black teams who will wear Black as their away uniform.

SSHD AAA Team Gear

Each and every aspect of the SSHD AAA program is professional quality, and the apparel and other team gear that each player, parent, or fan has access to is no exception. Full details and convenient ordering are available now through our partners at Gadar Promotions by visiting the online store here.

SSHD AAA July & August 2021 Midweek Development Practice Dates:

U7 (2014): Mondays & Tuesdays
U8 (2013): Mondays & Wednesdays
U9 (2012): Mondays & Wednesdays
U10 (2011) Black & Red: Tuesdays & Thursdays
U11 (2010) Black: Tuesdays & Thursdays
U11 (2010) Red & White: Wednesdays & Thursdays
U12 (2009) Black/White & Red: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
U13 Elite (2008) Gold & Black: Tuesdays & Wednesdays
U13 (2008) Girls Elite: Wednesdays & Thursdays
U14 (2007): Mondays & Tuesdays
U15 (2006): Mondays & Thursdays
2006 Girls Elite: Mondays & Thursdays

SSHD AAA Tentative Tournament / Full Team AAA League Dates
(subject to change):

Local Game Play:
August 6 to 29: Sensplex Summer AAA Hockey League 1 (1 bye weekend per team) – U7, U8, U9 Black & Red, U10 Black & Red, U11 Black, Red & White, U12 Black & Red, U14, U15
July 31 to Aug. 2: The SSHD Senators AAA Spring Cup – U7, U8, U9 both, U10 both, U11 all, U12 both, U13 Black, U14, U15
August 6 to 8: SSHD AAA Elite Invitational Tournament & Showcase – U13 Gold Elite, 2008 Girls Elite, 2006 Girls Elite, U18 Women’s Elite

Out of Town Tournament Lineup for Black & Gold (Elite) Teams as Indicated:
Communicated directly to each team

EQUIPMENT

All of our hockey programs require full equipment to be provided by the parent/guardian. No child shall participate without: Hockey skates, CSA-approved helmet (with cage), neck guard, shoulder pads, elbow pads, hockey pants, jock or jill, shin pads, hockey gloves and a hockey stick. Mouth guards are optional.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please call 613 599 0222 or email [email protected] for additional information.

Refund Policy: Read our Refund & Cancellation Policy