THE SHIELD
June, 2027 | Vaughn, ON
Available to 2012 - 2015 Females
$1189 + $250 Apparel Package
The Shield, presented by SDR Academy, is Canada's premier female hockey showcase, built for athletes born between 2012 and 2015 who are ready to compete at the highest level and get seen by the scouts who matter. This is a national best-on-best event where Canada's top players come together on one stage, in front of scouts from Prep Schools, Universities, and Professional organizations. From your first application to the final game, The Shield is about elite competition, real exposure, and unforgettable moments on and off the ice.
Dates:
June 3 to 6, 2027
Location:
Honey and Barry Arena, Vaughan, ON
Birth Years:
2012 to 2015
Format:
Round Robin + Playoffs
Teams:
6 Provincial Teams
National Best-on-Best On 1 Stage.
The Shield brings together Canada's top female hockey players from every province. No regional splits. No consolation brackets. Just the best players in the country competing on one national stage in front of scouts who are there specifically to find their next recruit.
National Best-on-Best Representation
Players are hand-picked from across Canada and placed on provincial teams that compete against each other for the national title.
Elite Scouting and Exposure
Games are played in front of scouts from NCAA Division I, Division III, U Sports, and prep school programs attending specifically to evaluate talent.
Experienced Elite-Level Coaches.
Every team is led by experienced coaches. Players are developed and pushed at the highest level throughout the entire event.
An Experience Beyond the Ice
Saturday Awards Banquet, scholarship opportunity, PWHL guest coaches and memories that last well beyond the final whistle.
National Best-on-Best On 1 Stage.
The Shield brings together Canada's top female hockey players from every province. No regional splits. No consolation brackets. Just the best players in the country competing on one national stage in front of scouts who are there specifically to find their next recruit.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
🎯 Scouting Exposure
Compete in front of scouts from prep schools, universities, and professional programs who are there specifically to evaluate talent.
🏨 Stay-to-Play Hotel Block
A dedicated hotel arrangement keeps the team together and makes logistics simple for families traveling from out of province.
👕 Full Apparel Package
Every player receives:
- Jersey, Pant Shell, Socks
- Lululemon Shirt, Shorts
- Hoodie
🏒 Full Tournament Schedule
Round-robin and playoff games in a professionally run event format from start to finish.
🏆 Awards Banquet
A Saturday evening event for players and families, featuring a scholarship opportunity and a special guest speaker to be announced.
(All athletes are included