2024 - 2025 season // Girls Program
tryouts
Our Girls Program is growing! In the 2024-2025 season we plan to offer Girls travel teams at 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U and 19U. Our Tier I teams are eligible to compete for state and national championships.
dates, times & locations
Tryouts will be held at Rochester Ice Center and Paul Louis Arena. A $50 registration fee applies, and registration opens one week before tryouts. For any questions, please contact the respective team's head coach or visit our Contact Us page.
| Birth Year | Day 1 | Day 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 & 2015 (10U) | 6 PM Paul Louis Arena | 6 PM Paul Louis Arena |
| 2012 & 2013 (12U) | 7:15 PM Paul Louis Arena | 7:15 PM Paul Louis Arena |
| 2010 & 2011 (14U) | 5:15 PM Rochester Ice Center | 5:15 PM Rochester Ice Center |
| 2008 & 2009 (16U) | 7:30 PM Rochester Ice Center | 7:30 PM Rochester Ice Center |
| 2005 - 2007 (19U) | 8:45 PM Rochester Ice Center | 8:45 PM Rochester Ice Center |
teams and coaches
Our focus remains on the development of every player who steps on the ice, and that starts with the coaches who lead our teams. We are thrilled to have such a talented group of coaches working with our players in the 2024-2025 season.
| Team | Age Group | Birth Year | Level | Head Coach | Email Address | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10U Girls 1 | 10U | 2014 - 2015 | Empire White | Trevor Sousa Mitch Stephens | More Information | |
| 10U Girls 2 | 10U | 2014 - 2015 | Empire Blue | Tim Cummings | More Information | |
| 12U Girls TI TB | 12U | 2012 - 2013 | Tier I | Elena Eichman Jeff Lovier | More Information | |
| 14U Girls TI TB | 14U | 2010 - 2011 | Tier I | Scott McDonald | More Information | |
| 14U Girls TII | 14U | 2010 - 2011 | Tier II | Bob DiNicola | More Information | |
| 16U Girls TI TB | 16U | 2008 - 2009 | Tier I | Ally Gibson Stephen Gionta | More Information | |
| 16U Girls TII | 16U | 2008 - 2009 | Tier II | Valerie Nolan | More Information | |
| 19U Girls | 19U | 2005 - 2007 | TBD | Abby Miller Robyn Van Zeilen | More Information |
frequently asked questions
The tryout dates for the 2024-25 youth hockey season are determined by the New York State Amateur Hockey Association and USA Hockey. Tryouts are split into two age groups: 12U & below and 13U & above. Below are the scheduled dates for each group.
March 5 - March 9, 2024
- Age groups: 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U, and 12U
- Birth Years: 2012 - 2017
April 9 - April 13, 2024
- Age groups: 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 18U, and 19U
- Birth Years: 2005 - 2011
To ensure our girls have the support needed as they navigate the road between youth hockey and college recruiting, Coach Scott McDonald serves as College Liaison for the Jr. Amerks Girls program.
In his role, Coach McDonald works with coaches and families in our Girls program to provide education and support around the college recruitment process. He ensures teams are attending the right tournaments to maximize exposure for our players. He facilitates relationships between college coaches and our players to support recruitment efforts when the time is right. Ultimately, Coach McDonald empowers our players and families with the information and connections needed to support our girls and their hockey dreams.
We partner with New Edge School of Goaltending to offer dedicated goalie-specific training sessions throughout the season, providing players with the opportunity to enhance their skills at no additional cost.
Our organization is committed to delivering top-notch instruction and development for goaltenders. With the expertise of New Edge School of Goaltending, our program follows a meticulously designed progression plan. The drills and coaching techniques implemented are geared towards cultivating highly competitive, mobile, athletic, and fundamentally sound goaltenders who can excel in the hockey ranks.
Prepare to elevate your game like never before. Our comprehensive goalie program focuses on honing your abilities and equipping you with the skills necessary to conquer any challenge on the ice. With access to elite instruction and a tailored training program, you'll have the tools to unleash your full potential.
Typically, the hockey season begins in August and ends in late March or early April, depending on your player's age and skill level.