New U16 Split Season-Launching Fall!
New U16 “Split Season” Team – Launching Fall
We’re excited to introduce a new U16 “split season” team starting this fall. All interested players are welcome to join us for tryouts in April.
Key Details:
Head Coach: Dave Maloney – Dave is currently the head hockey coach at Greenwich Country Day School. He is known for his ability to build a strong team culture and is highly regarded as an excellent teacher. Dave brings a wealth of experience, including a past role as the video coach for the Hartford Wolfpack in the AHL.
Primary Assistant Coach: Ian Tarrant – Ian is a respected figure in the local youth hockey community. He is a skilled instructor and fosters an environment where players can grow and thrive within a supportive team setting.
Season Duration: The season will run from late August/early September to mid-November, concluding before the high school season begins.
Home Rink: Primarily at the new Wings Arena in Stamford (50 Barry Place, Stamford, CT), opening this summer, with additional ice time at local rinks, such as Dorothy Hamill, as needed.
Practices & Games: Expect 2-3 practices per week and 1-2 games per weekend. Home games will be scheduled for Sunday afternoons/evenings to avoid conflicts with other Sunday morning sports.
Membership Requirements: Families do not need to be Greenwich Skating Club members, as the team will not be playing at the GSC facility.
Team League: Midgets will play in the CHC and will have additional opponents as well.
U18: We are planning to add a U18 split season team in 2026
We would like every player to attend three of the four tryout practices of your choice, but a minimum of two is required to be considered for the team. We are offering four tryout dates to accommodate potential scheduling conflicts with other high school sports and provide flexibility for most players.
Tryout Dates for Midget U16 (Birth Year 2010/2009)
4:50–5:50 PM (Midget U16) – Terry Conners 4/7
5:00–6:00 PM (Midget U16) – Chelsea Piers 4/8
5:00–6:00 PM (Midget U16) – Chelsea Piers 4/10
7:15-8:30 PM (Midget U16) - Terry Conners 4/12