REGISTRATION

2023-2024

Resident Registration

St. Albert Minor Hockey Association administers St. Albert Raiders player registrations. Players and coaches in the St. Albert Raiders are members of the St. Albert Minor Hockey Association. Players who reside within the boundaries of St. Albert Minor Hockey Association are eligible to register as resident players. The transaction includes Tryout Fee and Program Fee.

Non-Resident Registration

Non-resident registrants do not reside within the St. Albert Minor Hockey Association boundary but do live within the Hockey Alberta Draw Zone/Recruitment Area. Boundaries differ for male, female, AAA and AA programs. Learn more.

PROGRAM FEES

TRYOUT FEE

All players who would like to tryout for the St. Albert Raiders program are required to pay a $250 non-refundable tryout fee. This amount increases by $100 after July 11th. Players who start the tryout process at AAA can expect to participate in a minimum of three tryout skates and a minimum of one AA tryout. Players starting at AA must notify the Association (registrar@samha.ca) and can expect to participate in a minimum of three tryout skates.

RAIDERS PROGRAM FEE

Each season the Association establishes general registration rates that are commensurate with the program's operation in all divisions and levels of play. Players who are selected for a Raiders team will pay a Raiders Program Fee. The St. Albert Raiders Program Fee is used to pay for the cost of jerseys, socks, game equipment, player development, insurance, league fees and program administration. If the Association registration fee is not fully utilized, it is returned to the team at the end of the season. Rate increases by $200 after July 11th. If you have any further questions about the Raiders Program Fee please contact Jane Sedo, Executive Director or Mike Poelzer, Treasurer.

TEAM FEES

Each Raiders team is responsible for managing the expenses associated with the team. These expenses may include and are not limited to:

Game ice / Practice ice
Referee fees for league play and playoffs
Time Keepers
Trainers and supplies
Practice jerseys
Travel – bus, flights, hotel
Meal allowance for league games and tournaments
Coaches honorariums
Coaching supplies
Player and Coach apparel
Game review software
Additional player, goalie, and off-ice development programs

SUMMARY

Division	Tryout Fee	Raiders Program Fee	Maximum Team Fee	Maximum Total Cost
U13 AA	$250	$925	$2500	$3,675
U13 AA (F)	$250	$925	$2500	$3,675
U15 AA	$250	$925	$3500	$4,675
U15 AA (F)	$250	$925	$3500	$4,675
U15 AAA	$250	$925	$7500	$8,675
U16 AA	$250	$925	$3500	$4,675
U17 AAA	$250	$925	$7500	$8,675
U18 AA	$250	$925	$3500	$4,675
U18 AA (F)	$250	$925	$3500	$4,675
U18 AAA	$250	$925	$8500	$9,675
U18 AAA (F)	$250	$925	$8500	$9,675

Total will increase after July 11th by $300.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Minor hockey costs are growing every year, and it is important for all families to have access to resources that can help support their involvement in hockey. Financial assistance is available through various agencies.

LEARN MORE

MOVING TO ST. ALBERT

If you have recently moved within the St. Albert Minor Hockey Association draw zone, you must complete the Hockey Alberta Parent Declaration form. Please include registrar@samha.ca on the Parent Declaration form; this ensures we receive notice of your intention to transfer. We will send an email confirming that we have received the required documents and initiate your transfer.

PROOF OF RESIDENCY: Proof of residency is mandatory. TWO documents with your name and residential address within our boundary zone. For example, drivers license, utility bill etc. If required, additional documentation may be requested.

BOUNDARY

St. Albert Minor Hockey Association provides Minor Hockey programs for families residing within the boundaries established by Hockey Alberta. All registrants must provide proof of residency to register in all St. Albert Minor Hockey Association programs.