2026 CCHL Pre-Draft Combine

The 2026 CCHL Pre-Draft Showcase is designed for previously undrafted HEO U16 or U18 AA/AAA players seeking to advance their hockey careers.

The 2026 CCHL Pre-Draft Showcase will be held at the Ray Friel Recreation Complex on Saturday, April 11th, and Sunday, April 12th, 2026. This showcase is restricted to draft-eligible players from HEO born between January 1, 2008, and December 31, 2010.

The 2026 CCHL Pre-Draft Showcase provides a final opportunity for players to showcase their skills to representatives from all 12 CCHL teams. All players will participate in four (4) fast-paced games, with the unique opportunity of having CCHL team representatives present on the bench throughout the weekend. Attempts will be made to keep some teammates together on teams, but this is not guaranteed.

SHOWCASE COST

Skaters- $ 350 + Taxes Goalies- $ 300 + Taxes

When registering, please ensure you answer the questionnaire at the end, as this provides additional info for CCHL teams

Should you be accepted to the showcase, the showcase fee is non-refundable. Acceptances will be released no later than March 30th

SHOWCASE FEATURES

• Four (4) guaranteed games, 1.5 hours in length over two days.
• Representatives from all 12 CCHL teams in attendance for the full showcase weekend.
• Different CCHL representatives running the bench for all showcase games.
• CCHL trainers for all showcase games.
• CCHL Pre-Draft Showcase jersey and socks.

All applications are subject to review. You will be notified no later than two weeks before the showcase should your application be declined. At that point, a full refund of showcase fees will be processed. HEO draft-eligible AAA players are guaranteed acceptance until March 9th (space permitted at the time of your application).

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