Additional Tryouts (CGHL and U12 Tier II)
Non-National Bound Tryouts
U08, 10, 12, 14, 16/19 CGHL/NEGHL TEAMS
U12 TIER II TEAMS
We offer a wide range of non-national-bound teams (not eligible for the USA Hockey National Championships). Our teams include Tier II U12, CT Girls Hockey League (CGHL), and New England Girls Hockey League (NEGHL) teams at U08, U10, U12, U14, and U16/19.
USA Hockey rules stipulate that only U14, U16, and U19 teams are eligible for Nationals. However, the U12 Tier II teams are eligible for state playoffs (U12 is eligible for regionals).
The CGHL provides players, from beginners to experienced players, the opportunity to play competitive hockey in a development environment. The CGHL travel and time commitments are significantly less than those of the tiered teams.
Our development-focused teams promise the same great Shoreline Sharks experience. We are proud of our strong sense of community and our focus on skill development, commitment, hard work, and fun. With these ingredients and our talented and dedicated coaches, caring managers, and supportive parents, we have a winning formula.
We aim to provide all girls who want to play hockey with the opportunity. If we get the appropriate level of interest, we will always add teams to our portfolio to offer more opportunities for girls to play at all levels.
Want more detailed information about the teams, season, and tryouts? Request a comprehensive 2026 -2027 Tryout Packet.
Tryout Overview
The chart below provides the key information about the non-national-bound tryouts for U8 - U19 teams:
Tryout Schedule
The chart below shows the tryout times for the U8-U19 non-national-bound teams. All tryouts are held at Northford Ice Pavilion.
U8 - U12
| Tryout Session | U8 | U10 | U12 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | February 17 at 5:10 - 6:10 pm | February 12 at 5:10 - 6:10 pm | February 12 at 6:20 - 7:20 pm |
| Session 2 | NA | February 13 at 5 - 6 pm | February 17 at 6:20 pm |
U14 - U16/19
| Tryout Session | U14 | U16/19 |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | April 1 at TBD | April 1 at TBD |
| Session 2 | April 3 at TBD | April 3 at TBD |
Tryout Information
Our tryout program is designed to provide all participants with an equal opportunity to demonstrate their hockey skills. We utilize independent evaluators to eliminate any potential player bias. Additionally, our on-ice instructors will do everything possible to maintain a relaxed environment so players can perform to their potential.
Here is some additional information about tryouts:
- Tryout Packet: Request a comprehensive packet that provides families with tuition, travel, tournament, skill development, practice schedules, etc.
- Registration: Our registration opens on February 1, 2026
- Player Loyalty: We will make every effort to find a place in our organization for every girl who wants to play hockey.
