With the 1st season of open borders almost complete, the BMHA has reviewed and updated the Evaluation Policy for the 2026-2027 rep season. These changes are the direct result of consultation and discussions between our members and the BMHA executive.
Spring Evaluations will start on the following dates:
U8/U9MD Sunday April 12th
U10-U13AA Saturday April 25th
U14-U18AA Monday April 27th
A will follow the AA evaluations.
BMHA 2026–2027 Rep Player Evaluation Policy
1. Purpose of This Document
This policy
outlines the official procedures, requirements, and expectations for all
players participating in the Barrie Minor Hockey Association (BMHA) Rep
evaluations for the 2026–2027 season. It is designed to ensure a fair,
transparent, and consistent evaluation process for all participants.
2. Player Selection Philosophy
Player
selection is based on more than tryout performance alone. Additional factors
include previous season conduct, attendance, coachability, positional needs,
and overall team dynamics. These elements help ensure that team formation
supports both competitive success and a positive developmental environment for
all players.
3. General Evaluation Guidelines
·
Players may begin the evaluation process at any
level they choose but must declare their starting level at registration.
·
Once declared, the player must start at that
level.
·
Players must attend all evaluations at their
declared level to remain eligible, unless:
o directed otherwise by the coach, or
o offered a letter of commitment at any point during evaluations.
·
No player may join an evaluation after the first skate
of that level has begun.
·
Players must be registered to attend any
BMHA evaluation.
·
Registration closes at 5:00 PM the day prior to
the first evaluation of each level (no exceptions).
·
If a player is offered a letter of commitment,
it must be accepted by 12:00 PM the following day.
o Failure to accept by this deadline renders the player ineligible
for the remainder of the tryouts.
4. New Barrie Residents
·
New Barrie residents must provide proof of
residency in accordance with standard BMHA policy to be considered a
resident player.
·
If proof of residency is not provided at the time
of registration, the player will be classified as an Out-of-Town
(Non-Resident) Player.
·
Please see Appendix A for the
boundary map.
5. Registration & Fees
·
Evaluation fee: $130.00
·
Registration for the first evaluation at any level closes at 5:00
PM the day prior (no exceptions)
·
No refunds will be issued once
a player is registered for evaluations.
6. Out-of-Town Player Limits (2026–2027 Season)
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Division
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Category
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Maximum Out-of-Town Players
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U8–U9
|
MD
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0 (Barrie residents only)
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U10–U18
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A, AA
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5
|
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U10–U12
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B
|
2
|
|
U13–U16
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BB
|
3
|
|
U18
|
BB
|
4
|
7. Exemption Policy
- Requests for exemptions must be
submitted in writing at least 48 hours prior to the first
evaluation.
- All exemption requests are:
- reviewed case-by-case, and
- communicated back via email before
evaluations begin.
- Submitting an exemption request does not
guarantee approval.
- Players granted a medical exemption will be
evaluated based on available information from the prior season.
- No exemption guarantees placement on a
team.
8. Letters of Commitment
- Players may be released or offered a
letter of commitment after any evaluation.
- If a player refuses a letter of
commitment at the level they registered for, they will be disqualified
from all remaining BMHA evaluations at any level.
9. Legal Statement
·
The Barrie Minor Hockey
Association reserves the right to modify or update any part of this evaluation
policy and process at any time without prior notice.
10. Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ)
Where does my child
start in the evaluation process?
Players start at the level they declare during registration. Once declared,
they must start at that level.
What happens if a
player misses an evaluation?
Players must attend all evaluations to remain eligible. No player may join
after the first evaluation of a level has begun.
When does
registration close?
Registration closes at 5:00 PM the day before the first
evaluation at each level. No exceptions.
What if my child is
sick or injured?
An exemption may be requested for medical or other unavoidable circumstances.
Requests must follow the exemption policy.
If an issue arises after evaluations have begun, families must
email:
[email protected]
What proof is
required for new Barrie residents?
Proof of residency as required under standard BMHA policy.
What if proof is
not provided?
The player will be classified as an out-of-town (non-resident) player.
Are evaluation fees
refundable?
No. There are no refunds once registered.
Who is considered
out-of-town?
Players residing outside BMHA’s defined boundaries (see posted boundary map).
If my child is
trying out at the A level, can they choose which A team they are evaluated for?
Yes. Players trying out at the
A level may elect to be evaluated for A White only, A Blue only, or both A
teams.
If a player wishes to be considered for only one of the A teams, the
family must notify the A coaches prior to the first A-level evaluation. Failure
to do so will result in the player being evaluated for both A teams by default.
Appendix A
Barrie Minor Hockey Association Residence Boundary
