U18, Junior, and College Hockey
Advisory Services in Western Canada
Serving players in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba with honest, personalized support.
Personal. Professional. Proven.
At Friesen Hockey, we offer personalized development support for players across Western Canada. Whether you're in U18, junior, or pursuing a college opportunity, we guide you through every step of your hockey journey. Our team values strong relationships, consistent check-ins, and open communication—ensuring you always feel supported and informed.
U18
Minor Hockey Advisory Support
Whether it is a prep school in Massachusetts or a hockey academy in British Columbia, we have a wealth of experience guiding hockey players to U18, U17 and U15 opportunities on both sides of the border. We have specialized in such leagues as the CSSHL, JPHL, USHS, SMAAAHL, BCEHL and AEHL.
We Provide:
Draft prep (WHL, USHL and NAHL)
Team selection strategy – CSSHL, SMAAAHL, AEHL, JPHL and USHS
Family advising on long-term options (NCAA, CIS Usport, Jr. A etc.)
U20
Junior Hockey Guidance
There are countless options in the junior hockey world. We have deep and strong connections in leagues such as the WHL, USHL, NAHL, BCHL, AJHL, SJHL and MJHL. These connections, in addition to our experience of negotiating player agreements, prove to be invaluable when advancing to junior hockey.
We Provide:
Tryout navigation
Team placement opportunities
Trade/transfer advice
Academic and off-ice support
NCAA & U Sports
University/College Hockey Placement
From the NCAA to CIS USport, we work vigorously to open doors and advise our players on college opportunities. This includes guiding them through the admissions process, seeking out scholarship opportunities and ultimately helping them find the right fit to fulfill their hockey and academic aspirations.
We Provide:
Scholarship opportunity tracking
Application & eligibility guidance
Connecting with coaches and programs
Additional Support for an Extra Edge
Our players and families benefit from added layers of guidance that go beyond just hockey advice.
WHL & NCAA Scholarship Negotiation
We help you understand, evaluate, and negotiate scholarship and contract offers with confidence.
Scouting Reports & Draft Analysis
We provide personalized assessments and insight into how you're viewed by scouts and teams.
Crisis Management
When setbacks happen—like injuries, releases, or trades —we're here with practical support and steady guidance.
Training & Mental Performance Referrals
We connect you with trusted professionals to help you stay strong physically and mentally on and off the ice.
Ready to take the next step?
If you’re serious about your hockey future and looking for honest, experienced support, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out today to set up a conversation—no pressure, just a genuine chat about where you’re headed and how we can help.