XHL – CROSS-ICE HOCKEY LEAGUE

Play Ice Hockey in the Cross-Ice Hockey League (XHL)

The XHL (Cross-Ice Hockey League) is an exciting new competition designed to develop skills, speed, and hockey IQ in a fast-paced, small-area game format. Following the IIHF 3-on-3 Small Ice Hockey Game Manual, the XHL emphasizes creativity, puck touches, quick decision-making, and fun while maintaining a competitive environment for junior players.

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2021 House League

House League is open for anyone in Play the Game 2 & Division 3. Unfortunately FIFO & Division 2 players will not be accepted into this season of House League.

This season is capped at 4 teams which equates to: 56 players and 4 goalies.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Draft night on the 24th of May at 8pm
10 weeks of games, including finals on 2nd of August
2 Man officiating
Team jerseys
Insurance (Sportscover Sports Package – Group Personal Accident Only Policy)

Game Dates
Draft Night: 24 May at 8pm
Mondays from 8pm – 10:30pm
31 May
7, 14, 21, 28 June
5, 12, 19, 26 July
Grand Final 2 August

PRICE

Players / Goalies
^$300 / ^$200
for 10 weeks of games

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How to start playing ice hockey

1. Learn to ice skate with confidence

If you are brand new to the world of ice sports, learning to skate is the first step. In order to play ice hockey, you will need to be able to stop, start and turn with ease. Usually one term of our Learn to Skate program will get you ready for the next step.

2. Join the Cockburn Ice Hockey Academy

Learn to play ice hockey over four comprehensive units:

Ice Hockey: Basics
Ice Hockey: Skating With Speed
Play the Game 1
Play the Game 2

3. Sign up for House League Ice Hockey

House League hockey runs for most of the year, and is the best way to get games under your belt. It is available to join once you are at Play the Game 2 of our Ice Hockey Academy.

4. Join the Hawks Ice Hockey Club

If you have been advancing through the Ice Hockey Academy, your name will be put forward to the Hawks Ice Hockey Club, and you may be invited to attend tryouts or training.

Cross-Ice Hockey League

Term 4: October 16 – December 18

League Structure

Eligibility: Open to players born 2003 – 2012.
Divisions:
- Junior A: Players born 2003 – 2008
- Junior B: Players born 2009 – 2012

(Note: Divisions are a guide only. Players may be moved up or down at the discretion of the league to ensure balanced and competitive teams.)

Team Roster Size:
- Maximum: 9 skaters + 1 goalie per team
- Minimum: 5 skaters + 1 goalie per team (depending on registrations)
Teams per Division: 4

REQUIREMENTS

To be able to participate in XHL, you need to meet the following requirements:

Born between 2003 – 2012
Playing at the club level or;
Have passed Play The Game 2 the Cockburn Ice Areana Ice Hockey Academy.

SEASON FORMAT

Games per Night: 2

Game Format:

2 × 12-minute run-time periods per game
No offside, no icing, penalty shots replace penalty minutes
Fast-paced, skill-driven hockey designed for development and fun

Season Dates & Times:

5:15 -6:15 PM – Junior B
6:15 – 7:15 PM – Junior A
Combine (Evaluation) Session – October 16
Scrimmage Night – October 23
Regular Season – October 30 to December 18

The schedule can always be checked on the Cockburn Ice Arena RecTimes Calendar.

League Rules and Format

PRICE

Players / Goalies.
Season only: ^$275 / ^$225
for 10 weeks of ice sessions, games, & finals

How to start playing ice hockey

1. Learn to ice skate with confidence

2. Join the Cockburn Ice Hockey Academy

Learn to play ice hockey over three comprehensive units:

Skate the Game 1
Skate the Game 2
Play the Game 1
Play the Game 2
In The Game

3. Sign up for House League Ice Hockey

House League hockey runs for most of the year, and is the best way to get games under your belt. It is available to join once you have passed Play the Game 1 in our Ice Hockey Academy.

4. Join the Hawks Ice Hockey Club

If you have been advancing through the Ice Hockey Academy, your name will be put forward to the Hawks Ice Hockey Club, and you may be invited to attend tryouts or training.

Enrol now