Travel Evaluations: Pools & Schedule

Evaluation pools for 10U, 12U, and 15U have been posted.

Your player's assigned evaluation pool is now visible on your Crossbar Family Calendar.

Key Evaluation Dates & Location:

>> 10U Evaluations Begin: Sunday, September 21st

>> 12U Evaluations Begin: Saturday, September 20th

>> 15U Evaluations Begin: Friday, October 10th

10U, 12U, and 15U evaluation sessions will be held at Drake, West Saint Paul, and UST.

Important Reminders for a Smooth Evaluation Process:

Pool Assignments: Your player must always skate with their assigned pool. Please note that your player's pool assignment may change from session to session. Always check your Crossbar Family Calendar for the most up-to-date information before each session.

Arrival Time: Please have your player arrive 45 minutes prior to their first evaluation session to allow ample time for check-in and to receive their evaluation bib.

If Your Player Will Miss a Session: If your player will miss any evaluation sessions, please contact Ben Young, WSPHA Girls Director or Kevin Dolan, SPCHA Girls VP as soon as possible, and before the scheduled session. Absences will be handled in accordance with our Evaluation and Team Selection Policy.

Opting Out of Evaluations: Players may choose to opt out of evaluations by contacting Ben Young, WSPHA Girls Director or Kevin Dolan, SPCHA Girls VP. Players who opt out will be placed on the lowest team at their respective age level. Opting out is not the same as having to miss evaluations due to illness, injury, or other reasonable cause.

Helpful Resources:

We know that evaluations can be a stressful time. Here are a couple resources to help you prepare.

>> How Saints Evaluations Work: Curious about the process? The Saints Evaluation and Team Selection Policy explains how we assess player skills and form teams. The goal is to place players where they fit best in terms of skill development and ability to compete. Playing and competing well makes hockey enjoyable.

>> Tips for Success: We encourage you to review the "10 Tips for a Successful Tryout" article from Minnesota Hockey, which offers valuable advice for players and parents

Finally, if you have any evaluation bibs from last year (please check your players bags) please bring them to evaluations.

Go, Saints. Go!