NLH Development

Based in Crossfield and serving the nearby Carstairs area, NLH Development focuses on preparing players for competitive hockey at the AA and AAA levels. Tryout preparation programmes run for U11, U13, U15, and U18 age groups, with sessions timed around the September tryout season and August drop-in availability.

The programme includes a dedicated checking clinic alongside the age-tiered competitive prep streams. The emphasis on game sense and hockey IQ, rather than isolated skill drills alone, reflects a focus on players transitioning into or within competitive hockey. The service area's smaller community context suggests a regional programme rather than a large-scale urban operation.