2026-27 Season

Upcoming Hockey Programs & the 2026-27 Playing Season

Whether your child is new to the ice, or is ready to make the transiton into organizaed youth hockey, the Rochester Coalition offers a comprehensive development pathway designed to foster a lifelong love for the game.

Our programs are built on a "Development First" philosophy. From our Timbits Learn to Play sessions at the Tim Hortons Ice Plex to House and Travel Programs, we prioritize fundamental skating, skill growth, and character building in a positive, high-energy environment.

Find Your Path

Not sure where your player fits? Our season is organized into three distinct stages to ensure every athlete is challenged appropriately:

  • The Foundation: Timbits 101 & 201 — The perfect starting point for beginners.
  • The Development Years: Pre-Mites, Enhanced 6U, and 8U Mites — Focusing on station-based skill work and small-area games.
  • Competitive & Recreational Play: Travel and House (9U & Up) — Full-ice programs for those ready for league play and tournaments.

Important Dates & Deadlines

The 2026-27 season is right around the corner! Please take note of the upcoming evaluation and registration windows:

  • Travel Tryouts: March 3rd, 2026
  • Pre-Mite Registration: Opens March 1st
  • Mite Evaluations: March 23 – March 26
  • House Evaluations: Mid-to-Late March
  • Enhanced 6U Evaluations: April 2nd

Scroll down to explore each program in detail and find the registration links for the upcoming season.

Timbits Hockey 101 Program

Focus: Step #1 of the Learn to Play Hockey programs. This introductory course emphasizes fun while teaching phase one skills: skating technique, early stick handling, and shooting.

  • Age Level: 4 to 8 years old
  • Skill Level: Beginner (Completion of Skating 101 is highly recommended)
  • Price: $177.50 per session
  • Session Length: 8 weeks (one 50-minute class per week)
  • Location: Tim Hortons Ice Plex
  • Equipment: Full hockey equipment is required. Complimentary loaner kits are available (excluding helmets) on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Upcoming Session: Session 4 (March – April 2026)
    • Mondays (6:10 PM)
    • Tuesdays (5:10 PM)
    • Wednesdays (6:10 PM)
  • Registration: Available at timhortonsiceplex.com.
  • Contact: Tyler Fess (Program Director) – tyler@timhortonsiceplex.com
  • More Information: click here

Timbits Hockey 201 Program

Focus: The vital second stage in the Learn to Play pathway. This program acts as a bridge between Hockey 101 and Pre-Mites, transitioning players from basic fundamentals to a full team experience.

  • Age Level: Birth Years 2019 – 2021
  • Skill Level: Beginner (Prerequisite: Completion of Hockey 101)
  • Price: $452.50 ($226.25 if joining in March)
  • Season Length: 17 weeks (32 fifty-minute practices and 6 hours of game time)
  • Location: Tim Hortons Ice Plex
  • Practice Schedule: 
    • Primary Day: Choice of Monday (6:10 PM) or Wednesday (6:10 PM)
    • Secondary Day: All participants attend Tuesday (5:10 PM)
  • Game Play: 6 hours of structured, fun game time against other programs, typically held on weekends.
  • Equipment: Participants must provide their own full set of hockey equipment.
  • Included: A Timbits team hockey jersey.
  • Registration: Contact Program Director to join in March
  • Contact: Tyler Fess (Program Director) – tyler@timhortonsiceplex.com
  • More Information: click here

Pre-Mites Program (6U)

Focus: Development-first approach emphasizing skating fundamentals and individual skill growth in a fun environment.

  • Age Level: 6U
  • Birth Years: 2020, 2021, 2022 (By Invitation Only)
  • Season: September – March
  • Location: Tim Hortons Ice Plex
  • Prerequisite: Basic skating skills; prior participation in Learn to Skate/Play program.
  • Ice Schedule: Mondays & Wednesdays at 5:10 PM.
  • Game Play: 10-14 developmentally appropriate half-ice games.
  • Estimated Cost: $800.
  • Additional Costs: Optional Jamborees and family-provided full equipment.
  • Registration: Opens March 1st at ryhockey.com.
  • Contact: Megan Scott (Program Coordinator) – rocomites@gmail.com.

2020 Enhanced Program (6U)

Focus: For motivated players ready for increased structure, skill development, and age-appropriate competition.

  • Age Level: 6U (Birth Year 2020)
  • Season: August – March
  • Location: Tim Hortons Ice Plex
  • Practice: 2 practices per week (includes 1 skills session with Coach Kelly Collins).
  • Capacity: Limited to 26 players.
  • Evaluation Date: April 2nd, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (All interested players must attend).
  • Game Play: 10-12 cross-ice games, Pre-Mite Internal League, and 2-3 jamborees.
  • Estimated Cost: $1,200–$1,500 (Interest-free payment plans available).
  • Additional Fees: Uniform package, USA Hockey registration, and team/tournament fees.
  • Contact: Megan Scott (Program Coordinator) – rocomites@gmail.com.

Mite Program (8U)

Focus: Developing hockey skills, character, and teamwork in a positive environment.

  • Age Level: 8U (Birth Years 2018 & 2019)
  • Season: August – March
  • Location: Tim Hortons Ice Plex
  • Practice: 2 practices per week (includes 1 skills session with Coach Kelly Collins).
  • Game Play: 25-30 games (Half, 2/3, or Full-Ice depending on team placement).
  • Events: 4 ROCO Candy Cup Jamborees and 2-3 tournaments.
  • Evaluations: March 23 – March 26 (Every registered player is placed on a team).
  • Estimated Cost: $1,500–$2,000 (Interest-free payment plans available).
  • Additional Fees: Uniform package, USA Hockey registration, and team fees.
  • Contact: Megan Scott (Program Coordinator) – rocomites@gmail.com.

House Program

Focus: Recreational hockey in the Empire Amateur Hockey Conference focused on development and fun.

  • Age Level: 9U & Older (Birth Years 2017 & earlier)
  • Season: September – February
  • Location: Tim Hortons Ice Plex
  • Practices: 2 times per week.
  • Game Play: 16 full-ice league games and 2-3 full-ice tournaments.
  • Evaluations: Mid-Late March (All evaluated players are placed on a team).
  • Estimated Cost: $1,500.
  • Additional Fees: Uniform package, USA Hockey registration, and team fees.

Travel Hockey Program

Focus: Competitive, high-energy atmosphere for players pursuing higher levels of play.

  • Age Level: 9U and Up (Birth Years 2017 and older)
  • Season: August – March (Additional sessions may occur in July).
  • Ice Schedule: 2 team practices and 1 skills session per week.
  • Game Play: Approx. 25 full-ice games and 4-5 tournaments (in and out of NY State).
  • Tryouts: March 3rd, 2026 (Selection is competitive; not all players will be rostered).
  • Estimated Cost: $1,800–$2,500 (Interest-free payment plans available).
  • Additional Fees: Uniform, USA Hockey registration, and team fees.
  • Contact: Matt Garver (Program Coordinator) – revrag28@gmail.com.