U11 Hockey
Where Skills, Confidence, and Team Play Come Together
U11 is an exciting stage in every player's hockey journey. As players become more confident on the ice, practices and games introduce more advanced skills, teamwork, and game awareness in a positive, player-focused environment.
U11 Pool Selections
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U11 evaluation pool selections have not yet been posted. Please check back soon for updated player selections and evaluation information.
Welcome to U11 Hockey
U11 is where players begin to take the next step in their hockey development. Building on the foundation established in U6–U9, players continue developing skating, puck control, passing, shooting, and game awareness while learning how to work together as a team.
Practices become more structured, games become more competitive, and players are introduced to new concepts that prepare them for future divisions—all while keeping hockey fun, challenging, and rewarding.
U11 at a Glance
Here’s what families can expect during the U11 season.
Ages
Birth Years: 2016–2017
Typically 9–10 years old.
Team Environment
Players continue developing individual skills while learning teamwork, communication and sportsmanship.
Practices
Structured practices emphasize skating, puck skills, small-area games and hockey IQ.
Games
Players compete in league games that encourage skill development and teamwork in a supportive environment.
Player Development
Players continue building confidence while learning offensive and defensive responsibilities.
Rep Hockey
Players interested in a more competitive experience may choose to participate in Rep evaluations.
Built on the U11 Player Pathway
Surrey Minor Hockey follows Hockey Canada’s U11 Player Pathway, an age-appropriate development framework designed for nine- and 10-year-old players.
The pathway helps create a positive and consistent hockey experience by emphasizing skill development, fair evaluation opportunities, meaningful practice time, balanced participation, and a season structure that supports players and families.
At U11, the focus remains on helping every player improve, build confidence, understand the game, and continue developing a lifelong love of hockey.
What Players Learn
U11 is an important stage where players begin combining individual skills with game understanding.
Advanced Skating
Improving speed, agility, edge control, balance, and acceleration.
Puck Skills
Developing stronger passing, shooting, puck protection, and stickhandling.
Hockey IQ
Reading the play, making quicker decisions, and understanding positioning.
Team Play
Supporting teammates, communicating, and understanding offensive and defensive roles.
Confidence
Learning resilience, leadership, responsibility, and sportsmanship.
Fun
Creating a positive environment where players continue to enjoy the game and develop a lifelong love of hockey.
What Changes When Players Move Up from U9?
Parents often ask what changes when players move from U9 into U11. Here’s what you can expect as practices, games, and player responsibilities become more structured.
01 Full-Ice Hockey
Players transition into a more traditional game format, with increased emphasis on positioning, puck support, and reading the play.
02 More Responsibility
Players are expected to listen, prepare, care for their equipment, and contribute positively to the team environment.
03 Developing Positional Awareness
Players begin learning the responsibilities of forwards and defence while continuing to experience different positions.
04 Greater Game Understanding
Coaches introduce concepts such as transitions, offensive support, defensive coverage, and decision-making.
05 A More Structured Season
Practices, games, evaluations, and team expectations become more organized while development and enjoyment remain the priority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact U11 Division Manager Chan Dhaliwal if you need assistance.
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Players born in the applicable birth years for the current season are eligible.
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Yes. Eligible players may participate in Rep evaluations before the regular season begins.
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CSA-approved hockey equipment, including neck protection and a certified helmet, is required.
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Schedules vary by team and arena availability. Families receive schedules once teams are formed.
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Player development remains a priority, and coaches work to provide meaningful opportunities for every player.
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Contact the U11 Division Manager Chan Dhaliwal for assistance.
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Ready for U11 Hockey?
Whether your child is continuing their hockey journey or joining Surrey Minor Hockey for the first time, we're excited to welcome your family to the U11 program.
