8U Program
Our 8U program is primarily player development focused. Our 8u program will consist of half-ice games, full ice games, ADM practices, and on ice skill sessions. Major and Minor players will all be placed on competitive teams based on skill/ability. Each team will consist of 9-10 players and teams will be combined to play the full ice games.
Ages
This program is for players born in 2017 and 2018.
When
Registration will open in Mid-June and closes in Mid August. We will hold evaluations to form our teams in August. Practices begin the first week after Labor Day, and your season runs until the middle of March.
Where
Your practices and home games will be played at the RecPlex in St. Peters, Wentzville Ice Arena and the ICeZone.
Practices
Our 8U program will receive two ice touches per week (Monday to Sunday). Depending on ice and team availability, a third ice touch may be added. Ice touches encompass practices, skill sessions, and home/away games.
A typical weekly schedule will consist of one practice or skill session from Monday to Friday, along with one or two additional practices or games on Saturday and Sunday. Practices will be station-based and follow USA Hockey practice plans. Skill sessions led by our Skills Instructors are included in your ice allocation.
Ice touches will include game ice, multi-team practices, half-ice practices, and skill sessions.
Games
Our 8U teams will participate in 4-on-4 half-ice games and full ice games against teams from other local clubs. Each team will consist of 9-10 players and will be coached by volunteer parents. If you’re interested in coaching, please refer to the Coaching Requirements under the Resources tab on our website. During registration, there will be a checkbox to indicate your willingness to coach.
Please note that additional games may be added during the season, depending on the availability of other clubs and ice schedules.
Jerseys
Players in this program must purchase our club jerseys. You can find more information about jerseys under Resources.
Additional Costs
Your team may participate in jamborees/tournaments or showcases. Details concerning this will be discussed in detail at the Team Manager meeting.
2025-26
Pricing: $1525 for all players
A Payment plan is available when you register. Registration fee will include a Yearbook for each player. Additional yearbooks will be offered for purchase when printed.
Pre-skates and Evaluation dates are posted on our homepage.
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