The Warriors 8U program is designed to introduce girls to hockey in a fun, positive, and development-focused environment. Through age-appropriate practices, cross-ice games, and experienced coaching, players build fundamental skating and hockey skills while developing confidence, teamwork, and a love for the game. Whether your daughter is stepping on the ice for the first time or returning for another season, 8U is the perfect place to learn, grow, and make new friends.

Get back on the ice and shake off the summer rust before evaluations! Our optional preseason clinics are a great opportunity for skaters to get a few extra practices in, build confidence, and get ready for the season. 

This list is current as of September 9 and will be updated as needed as additional registrations come in.

Please note: Preseason groups are not indicative of team placement.

Preseason Clinic Schedule

GROUP 1

• Sunday 10/4 | 10:45–11:45 | Morrison
• Wednesday 10/7 | 5:00–6:00 | Thaler
• Friday 10/9 | 6:00–7:00 | Morrison
• Sunday 10/11 | 6:45–7:45 | Thaler

GROUP 2

• Sunday 10/4 | 12:00–1:00 | Morrison
• Wednesday 10/7 | 6:15–7:15 | Thaler
• Friday 10/9 | 7:15–8:15 | Morrison
• Sunday 10/11 | 5:30–6:30 | Thaler — Time Trial Practice

GROUP 3

• Sunday 10/4 | 1:15–2:15 | Morrison
• Friday 10/9 | 6:00–7:00 | Pond
• Sunday 10/11 | 4:15–5:15 | Thaler — Time Trial Practice
• Tuesday 10/13 | 5:00–6:00 | Pond

GROUP 4

• Sunday 10/4 | 2:30–3:30 | Morrison
• Friday 10/9 | 7:15–8:15 | Pond
• Sunday 10/11 | 3:00–4:00 | Thaler — Time Trial Practice
• Tuesday 10/13 | 6:15–7:15 | Pond

Thursday 10/22 | 5:00-8:30 (3 groups, TBD) | Thaler

GIRLS 1 (G1) - New skaters with limited skating experience. Typically ages 4-7.

GIRLS 2 (G2) - One to two years prior skating experience. Typically ages 5-7.

GIRLS 3 (G3) - Intermediate to advanced level, two to four years prior skating experience. Typically ages 6-8.

GIRLS 4 (G4) – Advanced, highest skill level, three to five years prior skating experience. Typically ages 7-8.

Levels tend to follow Minnesota Hockey age groupings as they continue through program but can deviate a bit based on skill level. There will be assessments at the beginning of the season to align skaters with levels.

At this level of hockey, we don't keep score. Games against outside teams are for fun and development only. Attending local jamborees is a highlight of our season. We select jamborees based on each team's level of play and that jamboree's offering (number of games, cross/half/full ice etc.) Jamboree schedule for 2026-27 is coming soon!

Level Questions?