RED DEER – Hockey Alberta is excited to announce the return of the Spring Showcase in 2026.
The three-week event, which features the Alberta Cup, Alberta Challenge, and Prospects Cup will be returning to the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre at Red Deer Polytechnic in April and May.
For the Alberta Challenge and Prospects Cup, this is the first step for athletes entering into the Team Alberta program.
For Alberta Cup athletes, it is an opportunity for players to showcase their talents in hopes of being invited to U16 Team Alberta Summer Camp and ultimately representing Team Alberta at the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
Prior to the spring competitions, regional tryout camps will be hosted throughout the province for players to register and attend.
2026 Alberta Cup – April 22 – 26
Coach applications open: October 1 – November 5.
The Alberta Cup features male players born in 2011.
Regional camp registration will open on January 6, 2026.
- Cost: $250.00
- Includes:
- 3 virtual sessions from guest speakers to prepare players for regional camp
- Jersey
- 4 ice sessions
Regional camps run March 27 – 29, 2026 in Calgary, Red Deer, and Spruce Grove.
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2026 Alberta Challenge – April 29 – May 3
Coach applications open: October 1 – November 5.
The Alberta Challenge features female players born in 2010 and 2011.
Regional camp registration will open on January 13, 2026.
- Cost: $250.00
- Includes:
- 3 virtual sessions from guest speakers
- Jersey
- TBD amount of ice sessions
Regional camps run April 3 - 5 in Cochrane and Beaumont.
AB Challenge Coach Applications > | AB Challenge Trainer Applications >
2026 Prospects Cup – May 6 – 10
Coach Applications Open: October 1 – November 5
The Prospects Cup features male players born in 2013.
Regional Camp Player Registration will open on January 20, 2026.
- Cost: $250.00
- Includes:
- 3 virtual sessions from guest speakers to prepare players for regional camp
- Jersey
- 4 ice sessions
Regional camps run April 10 - 12, 2026 in Calgary, Spruce Grove, Olds, and Vegreville.
Prospects Cup Coach Applications > | Prospects Cup Trainer Applications >
