EVALUATIONS
U15 (2009-2010)
Evaluations: Players will be assigned to an assessment group based on their tier from the previous season. All U15 players will participate in three scrimmage skates. Player groupings will be reshuffled between all evaluation scrimmages. Skate times are subject to change.
To align with our League (EFHL) and Hockey Alberta's requirements, we will not be allocating teams to specific Tiers in Checking or Non-Checking until September 1st.
To learn more about the evaluation process, please review the Evaluation and Placement Handbook.
IMPORTANT: Due to the high volume of players being evaluated, we are unable to accommodate change requests. If you are unable to attend an assigned scrimmage, please complete this form stating the reason why.
U18 (2006-2008)
U18 SCRIMMAGE GROUPINGS
Evaluations: Players will be assigned to an assessment group based on their tier from the previous season. All U18 players will participate in three scrimmage skates. Player groupings will be reshuffled between all evaluation scrimmages. Skate times are subject to change.
To align with our League (EFHL) and Hockey Alberta's requirements, we will not be allocating teams to specific Tiers in Checking or Non-Checking until September 1st.
To learn more about the evaluation process please review the Evaluation and Placement Handbook.
IMPORTANT: Due to the high volume of players being evaluated, we are unable to accommodate change requests. If you are unable to attend an assigned scrimmage, please complete this form stating the reason why.
An internal appeal mechanism is hereby established for the limited purpose of whether player selection was not made according to the rules or process.
Dissatisfaction with the selection of head coach or assistant coach are not grounds for appeal.
Any appeal shall be made via email to the Evaluations Director (evaluationdirector@samha.ca).
The Evaluations Committee shall evaluate whether the appellant has valid grounds for appeal. There is a $100 fee to initiate the appeal process; should the Committee determine that there are grounds for appeal this amount is refunded.
If no valid grounds for appeal exist, the Evaluation Director shall notify the appellant in writing that the appeal will not be heard.
If valid grounds for appeal exist, the Evaluation Director shall then convene an appeal hearing before the Executive Board of Directors within 7 days.
The appellant shall present evidence and testimony to the Board. Following testimony, the Executive Board of Directors shall close the hearing, begin deliberations and render a written decision via email within 24 hours. An internal appeal mechanism is hereby established for the limited purpose of whether player selection was not made according to the rules or process.
VOLUNTEERS
SAMHA relies on dedicated volunteers to support our evaluation process, and we truly value your time and commitment. Please complete the following to participate in player evaluations.
TEAM GENIUS
SAMHA is committed to supporting more coach involvement throughout the evaluation process, and we intend to provide coaches with the tools needed to succeed. This season we are excited to continue to work with Team Genius to help support this process. SAMHA feels that coaches and parents will see immense value in this robust online evaluation tool. Learn more...Team Genius
SAMHA COMMITMENT
SAMHA remains committed to supporting the following objectives:
- Provide an impartial, consistent and comprehensive evaluation of a player’s total hockey skills, resulting in the best chance to develop.
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To form teams that maintain a skill balance where players can develop, participate and have fun playing hockey.
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To develop an evaluation process that is transparent and trusted by players, parents, and coaches.
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To provide coaches with the opportunity and flexibility to build a team based in part on their own coaching philosophy and knowledge of player skills and attitude.