Welcome to the 2026 Wheatland Cardinals
U9 Open Spring Team
Birth Years 2017 & 2018
At Wheatland, we believe spring hockey should be a continuation of development, fun, and the excitement of tournament play—not pressure and burnout. Our spring teams are built around these values, creating opportunities for players of all levels to grow their skills, enjoy the game, and be part of a supportive hockey community
Program Overview
Our team will be led by a Wheatland Head Coach whose values align with our commitment to inclusive, development-focused hockey.
All practices will be held at the Jonathan Toews Sportsplex, with schedules released well in advance to help families plan. Weekend sessions will make use of both rinks at the facility, allowing all teams to train under one roof and continue building on the family and community culture that Wheatland Hockey Club is known for.
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The team will have 8 practices throughout the Spring season focused on a continuation of regular season foundational development
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The team will participate in the Play Hockey Spring Shootout Tournament weekend May 7-10
Team Formation & Registration
We will be looking for 15 skaters and one goalie to fill our roster for the spring team.
Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
We believe in transparency and predictability. Our program pricing includes all components listed—no hidden fees, surprise costs, or transaction add-ons. While optional merchandise will be available for fans and players, there is no expectation or pressure to purchase anything beyond what’s provided in the program. Payment will be split into a non-refundable deposit at the time of registration and three subsequent equal payments.
Accessibility & Flexibility
We are committed to ensuring accessible programming for all families. If you require additional time for payment or a personalized payment plan, please reach out. We are happy to work with you—our priority is getting kids on the ice.
Goalie Development
Recognizing that goalie families are often overlooked, we’re proud to include position-specific training from our goalie coaches at no additional cost. This training will be delivered directly to each team throughout the season by one of our Wheatland goalie coaches.
A Holistic Approach to Hockey
Our programming extends beyond the ice. Teams will explore topics like nutrition, stretching and mobility, injury prevention, mental health, and sportsmanship—helping to shape well-rounded athletes both on and off the ice.
Quality Team Merchandise
We focus on creating quality merchandise that is well made and feels great to wear. Whenever possible, we make every effort to support our fellow Winnipeg/Manitoba businesses and local economy.
What's included:
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Head Coach from Wheatland Hockey Club
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8 hours of on ice development and practice
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1 tournaments (4 guaranteed games/tournament)
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Home and away Cardinals jerseys
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Game Socks
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Wheatland Cardinals T-shirt
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Wheatland Cardinals shorts
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Wheatland Cardinals hoodie
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Wheatland Cardinals baseball hat
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Surprise Wheatland Cardinals item (trust us, it's awesome)
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Two fan "merch" items (choice between baseball hat or crewneck sweatshirt)
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End-of-season wind-up
Total Investment: $800+ GST
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$350 non refundable deposit due at registration
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Remaining balance paid in $150 instalments due - January 15th, February 15th & March 15th