10U, 12U & 14U
All players will be evaluated and assigned to an SMS team that participates in the Valley Hockey League (VHL). Team rosters are selected based on overall skill level to ensure competitive play at the appropriate level of USA Hockey - Tier A, AA, or AAA.
Age Groups
- 2015 & 2014 (10U)
- 2013 & 2012 (12U)
- 2011 & 2010 (14U)
Player Evaluations
Initial player evaluations are held at the end of the previous season. All players are subject to being moved to a different skill level during the season as deemed appropriate by coaches and the Board of Directors to ensure player development and safety.
When
The season begins in late August and runs until playoffs in March.
Where
Practices are held at Navin Arena, New England Sports Center, or Valley Sports. Games may be played across the metro Boston region.
Practices
Teams practice 2 times per week at Navin Arena in Marlborough or Valley Sports in Concord.
Games
Teams will play 30-35 games over the course of the season and will usually fall on weekends.
Uniforms
Home and away SMS jerseys and socks are required and can be purchased at our uniform provider. Uniform ordering is only available once per season, typically in June. Players will be notified when the online store is open.
Extra Costs
Expect team managers to collect funds to cover tournament entry fees.
2024-2025
Our 10U, 12U, and 14U VHL Hockey programs are for players in Grades 3-8. The program consists of players from Sudbury, Maynard, and Stow. Players from surrounding communities are welcome.
The core mission of the SMS program is player development. The season begins in late August and will run through March.