Let's get ready to hit the ice!
We are excited to welcome both new and returning players for another fantastic season!
We are hard at work preparing for U9 and U11 Pathway Skates and House League Sort Outs to ensure a smooth start to the season. Over the next few weeks, we'll be finalizing schedules, organizing volunteers, and getting everything ready to welcome players back to the rink!
Below, you'll find information about Pathway Skate times and Sort-Out times, along with important details to help your family prepare for the start of the season.
This year, we’re also excited to offer Shake off the Rust scrimmage sessions for players registered in our U13, U15 and U18 programs on a first-come, first-served basis.
Parents can expect to receive additional information by email closer to the end of August, including details about their player's assigned group, what to expect at the rink, and other important season updates. We encourage families to check their email regularly, as schedules and information will be updated as they become available. Please remember to check your spam folders as well, as sometimes emails get filtered there!
We appreciate your patience as we prepare for another exciting season and look forward to seeing everyone back on the ice soon!
U9 & U11 Pathway Skate Schedules
As part of Hockey Canada's Player Pathway model, all U9 and U11 players will have the opportunity to participate in Player Pathway Skates before House League Sort Outs and Competitive tryouts begin. These sessions are designed to introduce players to the ice in a fun, low-pressure environment before any formal evaluations take place. Pathway Skates are optional, included with registration, and are not evaluated.
*Please note players will be receiving an email the week of August 24th to confirm the pathway groups they should attend. Exact ice times and location will be provided at that time.
Schedules below are being shared for planning purposes and are subject to change.
U9 Pathway Skates:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Saturday, September 5 | 9:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Saturday, September 12 | 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. |
| 3 | Sunday, September 13 | 12:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
| 4 | Saturday, September 19 | 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. |
U11 Pathway Skates:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Saturday, September 5 | 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Saturday, September 12 | 11:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. |
| 3 | Sunday, September 13 | 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. |
| 4 | Saturday, September 19 | 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. |
Important Reminders:
- Players will be assigned to a specific Pathway Skate group (will be shared with parents by email the week of August 24th)
- Each session will last approximately 50 minutes
- Please attend only the sessions assigned to your player.
- Pathway sessions will be focused on basic skating skills. Goalies are encouraged to come dressed in player gear as no specific goalie instruction will be provided.
- Full hockey equipment is required. The NGHA’s Equipment Policy can be found here.
- These sessions are intended for player development and preparation and are not part of the evaluation process.
Shake off the Rust Scrimmage Sessions (U13, U15, U18)
Looking to get back on the ice before House League Sort-Outs begin? The Nepean Wildcats are pleased to offer "Shake Off the Rust" Scrimmage Sessions for U13, U15, and U18 NGHA House League players.
These informal scrimmages provide players with an opportunity to get their legs moving, reconnect with teammates, and ease back into game action before the season officially gets underway. Sessions are intended to be fun, fast-paced, and a great way to prepare for sort outs and the upcoming season.
Registration for these sessions is $10 per player and is available on a first-come, first-served basis, but space is limited. Players must be registered for the 2026-27 Nepean Wildcats House League season to participate.
Click here to register now!
Be sure to register early to reserve your spot—we look forward to seeing you back on the ice!
Shake-off the Rust Scrimmage Sessions:
| Division | Date | Times |
| U13 | Saturday, September 5 | 2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
| U15 | Saturday, September 5 | 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. |
| U18 | Saturday, September 5 | 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. |
House League Sort Out Schedules
House League Sort-Outs for U13, U15 and U18 will begin after labour day weekend. U9 and U11 sort outs will take place after pathway sessions and U9 competitive tryouts have concluded.
U13, U15 and U18 players will receive an email with their assigned ice times the first week of September. U9 and U11 players will receive an email following the conclusion of pathway sessions.
Schedules below are being shared for planning purposes and are subject to change.
U9 Sort Out Schedule:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Saturday, September 26 | 8:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. |
U11 Sort Out Schedule:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Sunday, September 20 | 12:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Saturday, September 26 | 11:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. |
| 3 | Sunday, September 27 | 12:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
U13 Sort Out Schedule:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Saturday, September 12 | 1:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Saturday, September 19 | 1:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. |
| 3 | Sunday, September 20 | 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. |
U15 Sort Out Schedule:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Saturday, September 12 | 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Saturday, September 19 | 3:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. |
U18 Sort Out Schedule:
| Session Number | Date | Times |
| 1 | Sunday, September 13 | 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. |
| 2 | Sunday, September 20 | 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. |
What to Expect
The sort-out process includes a combination of skills sessions (U9, U11, U13) and scrimmages (U11, U13, U15 and U18) to help our volunteers create balanced teams.
Before You Arrive
To help sessions run smoothly, please remember to:
- Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled ice time.
- Check in with volunteers upon arrival.
- Bring a labelled water bottle.
- Wear full Hockey Canada-approved equipment, including a CSA-approved helmet, neck guard, and all required protective equipment.
- Double-check your assigned session before leaving home
Thank You!
House League would not be possible without the incredible support of our volunteers. Thank you to our Convenors, evaluators, coaches, trainers, and on-ice helpers for making the start of our season a success.
We look forward to seeing everyone back at the rink and wish all of our players a fun and exciting start to the 2026-27 season!
Questions?
Please direct your question towards the appropriate contact: 2026-2027 House League Contacts
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