Under-18 (U18) Age Division
Development guidelines for 15-, 16- and 17-year-old players
The age and skill level of the team defines the seasonal plan. The Hockey Canada skill development programs are based on progressive steps and follow the appropriate allocation of time illustrated in the skill development pyramid.
Goals for the U18 age division are:
• Fun
• Refining team play and strategy
The U18 program recommends the following practice time allotment:
• 35% technical skills
• 15% individual tactics
• 20% team tactics
• 15% team play
• 10% strategy