evaluations
BC Lightning Spring 2027 Evaluations!
Do you want to be part of one of the best spring hockey development programs in the Lower Mainland!
Our 2027 Spring Identification Skates will be on Sept. 30, Oct. 12 & Nov. 11, 2026. Registration details are coming soon. Please contact us at admin@bclightning.ca
Our evaluation process consists of 2-3 evaluation skates for each age group. It is best that players attend at least two skates so our evaluators can get more than one opportunity to evaluate your player. The more our coaches and evaluators see a player, the better the evaluation will be. Having said that, players that are only able to attend one of the tryout skates will still have the same opportunity to be selected for one of our teams, however the decision will be based on only the one evaluation.
The fee for evaluations is $125 +GST. This fee includes all three skates, regardless if you are able to attend all three or not. Evaluation fees are Non-refundable.
Evaluation skates will have a skill based component as well as game (scrimmage) component. There will be a minimum of three off-ice paid evaluators at each skate as well as on ice/bench coaches who will also be evaluating players. Goalies will be evaluated by goalie coaches.
IMPORTANT: Confirmed roster spots may begin to be offered after the first evaluation skate to some players. We hope to have our Spring rosters substantially completed by December 31, 2026. The rostering process does take time, so please be patient as we work through the process, we will advise all evaluation participants whether they have made a BCL team or not.
IMPORTANT - **Where our ice allocations or evaluation registration numbers do not allow for the formation of two competitive teams in an age group, we will only build one team.**
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do I have to pay the full evaluation fee even if I cannot attend all of the evaluation skates? Yes, the evaluation fee is a set fee to be evaluated for a potential roster spot, and is based on three evaluation skates. EVALUATION FEES ARE NON REFUNDABLE
When does the season start and end? March 29 to June 7, 2026
We are only interested in being evaluated for the top team, are there separate evaluations for each team? No, our evaluations are "open", our evaluators will determine which team a player will be the best fit on within our program.
What will the season cost? Typical all inclusive fees are approximately $2500. Final costs are determined at a later date once ice contracts are confirmed and tournaments are selected.
Where are practices held? We have ice contracts at several arenas, including Canlan Langley Twin Rinks, Langley Sportsplex, and NHTC Langley. The majority of our ice is at Langley Twin Rinks. We are actively trying to source ice at other facilities as well, including new facilities.
What's included in the Spring fees? All ice times, professional paid coaches, player apparel, three tournaments, and insurance. There are no additional costs unless the team decides to do something extra. For 2027, uniforms will be included in the season fees.
I understand that the evaluation fee is set, however I am only able to attend one evaluation skate, is this OK? Yes, however it is best that players attend at least two skates so our evaluators can get more than one opportunity to evaluate your player. The more our coaches and evaluators see a player, the better the evaluation will be. Having said that, players that are only able to attend one of the tryout skates will still have the same opportunity to be selected for one of our teams, however the evaluation will be based on only the one skate.
What day/time will practices and development be? Unknown at this time.
Are roster spots still available on the top teams? Yes, all roster spots on all teams are available.