The hockey season for the Parkland Bantam Rangers is just around the corner.
They'll be holding tryouts on September 7 and 8 at the Swan River Centennial Arena. Check-in on both days will be from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m., with the tryouts beginning right after.
"I'm hoping that all 2005-06 kids come out to try and make this team," said Tom White, Head Coach. "It should be very competitive and we're looking forward to it."
Even if you haven't played AAA hockey before, you're welcome to tryout. The team plays in the Bantam 1 West Division, which includes Brandon, Central Plains, Norman, Pembina Valley, Yellowhead, and Southwest. Parkland also plays several games against teams from Winnipeg.
"It's a good regional program. It gives all these kids a chance to play against some of the best young kids from around the province," continued White. "You also really find out how you stack up."
Parkland went 9-22-5 last year. Many losses came down to the wire. With this year's tryouts just a couple of weeks away, White knows this season could be a good one.
"I believe we have eight returnees so we're excited about our base we'll have," he concluded. "I'm hoping that a lot of kids come to the tryout. It's going to be interesting."
The cost to tryout is just $80 and that can be paid on September 7 down at the rink. If you're interested in taking part, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., You can also head to the Bantam Rangers Facebook.
