AA & HADP Roughnecks 2024-2025 Season Information
The Leduc Roughnecks have 4 AA teams including U11AA, U13AA, U15 AA and U18 AA. The program details can be found on Hockey Alberta’s website - AA Hockey Model. The U18 AA, U15 AA, U13 AA and U11AA previously competed in the now dissolved Northern Alberta Hockey League (NAHL). The teams will now participate within the Alberta Elite Hockey League (AEHL) AEHL. All 4 teams will play a 32 game regular season plus a Regional Playoff Tournament.
The Leduc Roughnecks are zone-based teams and the recruitment area is comprised of 7 different Minor Hockey Associations including: Leduc, Calmar, Drayton Valley, Millet, Thorsby, Warburg and Winfield. Leduc Minor Hockey is the host and governs all teams. One practice each week is held within our draw zone.
Leduc Minor Hockey has the following volunteers tasked with overseeing the AA Roughnecks. The 5 volunteer positions make up the Leduc Roughnecks AA Committee.
The AA Roughnecks is a program within the Leduc Minor Hockey Association and is supported by the LMHA Board of Directors, Policies & Procedures, Regulations and Bylaws. The LMHA Board is comprised of volunteers and supported by paid staff - Administrator and Financial Administrator.
AA Roughnecks Season Plans
The Roughnecks AA Program provides athletes with an opportunity to play at a level that fosters skill development and focuses on helping athletes advance to the next level, bridging the gap between grassroots programs and AAA. The teams partner with contracted resources to support the Coaching Staff in developmental areas which could include, but are not limited to:
Skill Development, Power Skating and Goalie Coach will be hired by each team. Weekly practices will be focused on individual skill development with the other regularly scheduled practice Coach led and team focused.
AA Roughneck Fees
Teams and parent groups do have an opportunity to support the team and lower player fees by reducing Team Fees through fundraising and corporate sponsorship programs.
U11 AA (2014-2015 born players)
Head Coach Intro
Prep Camp
Tryouts
Regular Season Start Date
Estimated Financial Requirement for U11 AA
The per player fee is based on a team budget of $16,000 to $18,000
The per player fee does not factor in any other team fundraising including corporate donations, bottle drives, raffles or other fundraising initiatives. The goal would be to off-set at least half of the team fee through team fundraising.
$400 will be due upon selection of the team with the balance if any due January 15th once the sponsorship projects are completed.
U11-AA Competitive Stream Offering and Enhancements
U13 AA (2012-2013 born players)
Leduc Minor Hockey Association has selected Kelly Parks as the U13AA Head Coach for the 2024-25 season. Kelly is in his 11th consecutive year coaching in Leduc Minor Hockey and has coached for 16 years up to Junior B. Most recently Kelly coached 2 years of U11 AA and last season in U9. He grew up playing Competitive Hockey in Spruce Grove AB and has played for 38 years. Kelly and his wife have 3 boys in Leduc Minor Hockey. Kelly is excited to take over as Head Coach of the U13 AA Roughnecks and is looking forward to developing these athletes to the next level.
Prep Camp
Tryouts
Regular Season Start Date
Estimated Financial Requirement for U13 AA
The per player fee is based on a team budget of $30,000 to $35,000. The per player fee does not factor in any other team fundraising including corporate donations, bottle drives, raffles or other fundraising initiatives. The goal would be to off-set at least half of the team fee through team fundraising. $500 will be due upon selection of the team with the balance (if any) due January 15th once the sponsorship projects are completed.
U13 AA Season Outline
U15 AA (2010-2011 born players)
Leduc Minor Hockey Association has selected Paul Tronchin as Head Coach of the U15AA team for the 2024-25 season. Paul has dedicated 17 years to the craft of hockey coaching, shaping young athletes into skilled competitors both on and off the ice. For the past 6 years, he has brought his expertise and passion to SSAC. His commitment to player growth on and off the ice is a priority for the development of his players.
Paul continues to encourage his players to reach their full potential while fostering a love for the game.
In addition to his role at SSAC, Paul Tronchin is the founder of a local goalie coaching school, where he imparts his expertise to goaltenders at all levels. His deep commitment to advancing the skills and mental resilience of goalies reflects his extensive experience and dedication to the sport.
Tronchin's journey includes invaluable mentorship under Mitch Korn, the goalie director of the Nashville Predators. This mentorship has not only honed his coaching philosophy but also enriched his understanding of player development and team dynamics at the highest levels of hockey.
Prep Camp
Tryouts
Regular Season Start Date
Estimated Financial Requirement for U15 AA
The per player fee is based on a team budget of $35,000 to $40,000. The per player fee does not factor in any other team fundraising including corporate donations, bottle drives, raffles or other fundraising initiatives. The goal would be to off-set at least half of the team fee through team fundraising. $500 will be due upon selection of the team with the balance if any due January 15th once the sponsorship projects are completed.
U15 AA Season Outline
U18 AA (2007-2008 born players)
TBD
Prep Camp
Tryouts
Estimated Financial Requirement for U18 AA
The per player fee is based on a team budget of $22,000 to $30,000. The per player fee does not factor in any other team fundraising including corporate donations, bottle drives, raffles or other fundraising initiatives. The goal would be to off-set at least half of the team fee through team fundraising. $500 will be due upon selection of the team with the balance if any due January 15th once the sponsorship projects are completed.
U18 AA Season Outline