Hockey NL High Performance Team Rosters Named for the 2012 Atlantic Challenge Cup
Hockey NL (Hockey Newfoundland and Labrador) announced the roster of players for each of the four High Performance Program teams that will be competing in the 2012 Atlantic Challenge Cup that will take place Friday, October 5th through Monday, October 8th at the Red Ball Internet Centre in Moncton, New Brunswick. This year will mark the 17th anniversary of the Atlantic Challenge Cup.
The Hockey NL High Performance Program is a development opportunity for Under 14, Under 15 and Under 16 Male hockey players and Under 15 and Under 17 Female hockey players. With the Male U16 team participating in the inaugural U16 Challenge next spring (Dates & Location to be determined), 80 players were selected after being identified during the 2012 Provincial Camps held in Gander over the month of August.
The High Performance Program is dedicated to providing a high level of development opportunities to all participants and the primary focus is on player development and identification. The Program exposed participants to high levels of coaching and training methods, developmental and educational curriculum, and consistent evaluation criteria standards both on and off the ice.
Many players from this program have gone on to play for Regional and National Men’s and Women’s teams in Canada. A complete list of players and their hometown is attached. If you require more information on the event such as rosters, schedules and live scoring, please visit the tournament website www.atlanticchallengecup.ca