U15 CHECKING CAMP CLINIC

DATES: August 17-21, 2026 REGISTRATION FEE: $200 CATEGORIES: U15

INCLUDED: One practice jersey

This four-day clinic is designed to help U15 players enhance their checking skills, with a focus on both physicality and tactical awareness. Players will learn the fundamentals of checking, develop the ability to use body contact effectively, and improve their defensive game in fast-paced, competitive situations.

Led by experienced instructors, this clinic will guide players through drills designed to develop their confidence in physical play, the ability to anticipate and react to opponents, and the skills necessary to protect the puck and maintain possession.

Key Areas of Focus:

• Mastering proper checking technique and body positioning

• Improving timing and decision-making for effective checks

• Angling and cutting off the opposition using the boards

• Creating turnovers and maintaining puck possession through physical play

• Understanding and avoiding penalties while engaging in contact

• Building confidence in high-pressure defensive situations

• Effective use of body contact to protect teammates and gain control

This clinic aims to elevate the checking skills of players while emphasizing safety, awareness, and the importance of smart physicality on the ice.