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Whaler Nation 2023-24 Travel Hockey Program Information

By Whaler Nation, 03/06/23, 12:30PM EST

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IMPORTANT 2023-24 PROGRAM INFORMATION

The Whalers continue to offer the most comprehensive travel program in the CBHL, providing our players with the most ice time, value, and competition paired with high level coaching and pathway to player development.

Whaler Nation continues to strive for excellence on and off the ice while providing a maximum level of competition, coaching, training, and safety for each of our players. In 2023-24 we will continue to offer first class programming to our players, providing them a pathway to Junior and Collegiate hockey. 

Below is some of the key programming our players will take advantage of in the 2023-24 season, including Summer Happy hour sessions, 90 minute practices, Bon SeCours off-ice training, and competitive tournaments.

New this season, our Premier head coach Colten Teubert, former 1st round NHL draft pick, will serve in a the role of WN Growth and Development Coordinator, overseeing the growth and development of our Whaler Nation Coaches and Players.

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Baseline Program Details

All teams will have the below baseline programming for the 2023-24 season.

- Whaler Nation Happy Hour (6 weeks of Pre-Season training taught by our junior coaches.  Starting Monday July 10th. 4 days per week, Monday-Thursday.

- Weekly Bon Secours InMotion Sports Performance Off-Ice Training with certified trainers.

- ImPact Concussion Testing for all players ages 10+

-  2 FULL ice practices per week running August 2023-March 2024 (1 and 1/2 hour, 55 Slots). Starting week of August 21st.

-  Full CBHL League Schedule

- (18) Home Game Slots for league and exhibition play

- 30-50 Total Games including league, exhibition, and tournaments

- Bi-Weekly Goalie Skills Sessions w/ goalie Coach Dalton Stoltz

- Whaler Nation Workout Shorts and Shirt for each player

- Whaler Nation Practice Jersey

- Two MyHockey (2) Tournaments

Additional U14, U16, and U18 Information

All U14, U16, and U18 teams will take part in 2 weeks of Junior training.  These skates will take place the week of August 7th and the week of August 14th.  Skates will run 5 days per week, Monday through Friday.  Times and group information will be released after the formation of teams.

All U14, U16, and U18 teams will also have full access to the Whaler Nation gym, with coach supervision for team or individual workouts.

Player Contracts

Contracts will be done electronically.  You have 48 hours to sign your contract and secure your spot. 5% discount for paid in full and a 5% discount for multiple kids.  Discounts cannot be combined.

U10 & U12- $4,199 and U14, U16, & U18- $4,350.

The teams will participate in the CCM Showdown Showcase in Potomac as a team placement tournament.  Player contracts MUST be completed in order to participate in the event.  

U10 & U18 May 5-7. 2023

U12, U14, & U16 May 12-14, 2023

UNIFORM SIZING AND ORDERING

This season, all equipment will be ordered online through Squad Locker.  In addition to team uniforms, families will also have the option to get merchandise through Squad Locker such has shirts, hoodies, hats, etc. 

Equipment sizing for jerseys, socks, and wind suits will take place at tryouts at run through May 15th.  Orders will be shipped directly to each players home.  Turnaround time on custom uniforms is in the 8 week range.  Families are encouraged to place their orders as soon as possible.  The uniforms design is not changing. So if your current uniform fits, you do not have to order new ones.

Team workout shorts and shirts will be distributed prior to the start of regular season practices.

Navy Blue Helmet and Gloves are required to be worn by all Whaler players.

Equipment ordering will take place online and and can be found by clicking the link below.

Emily Germany will serve as the clubs new Uniform Liaison, handling all number requests and uniform compliance. 

Coaching Line-Up

U10 Minor- 2014 Birth Year- Thomas Rossiter

U10 AA Major- 2013 Birth Year- Paul Clegg

U10 A- 2013/14 Mixed Birth Year- TBA

U12 AA Minor- 2012 Birth Year- Chris Cordova

U12 A- 2012/2011 Mixed Birth Year- Justin Wakeman

U12 AA Major- 2011 Birth Year- Kody Rodriguez

U14 AA- 2009/2010 Birth Year- Marc Phelps

U14 A- 2009/2010 Birth Year- Wayne Robinson

U16 AA- 2007/2008 Birth Year- Robert Rajnys

U18- 2005/2006 Birth Year- Devon Kay

ALL PLAYERS MUST TRYOUT AT THEIR AGE LEVEL.  PLAYERS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY UP.

U10 (2013, 2014), U12 (2012, 2011), U14 (2010, 2009), U16 (2008, 2007), U18 (2005, 2006).

NEW Club Scheduler- Jen Rahne