Discover, Develop, and Shine!
April 2โ4, 2026 | Birth Years: 2012โ2014
Get ready for a weekend of growth, competition, and opportunity! The 2026 Female Open House & Showcase is designed for young athletes eager to take the next step in their hockey journey. Over three exciting days, players will learn from OHAโs professional coaching staff, compete in high-level games, and explore what it means to be part of the Okanagan Hockey Academy.
Highlights
- 3 Showcase Games
- 1 Skill Development Session
- 1 Strength & Conditioning Session
- 1 Dedicated Goalie Ice Session
Event Details
The weekend is packed with valuable learning and skill-building opportunities, including:
- OHA Information Session:ย Participants explore the OHA experience, including academic programs and hockey development pathways that help players reach their full potential both on the ice and in the classroom.
- College Representation: More than 20 colleges are represented, including prestigious programs from the NCAA, USports, ACHA, and ACAC, giving players significant exposure to a wide range of collegiate opportunities. The list of attending colleges for 2026 will be updated as programs confirm their attendance.
- College Coach Hot Stove:ย Athletes engage directly with college coaches, asking questions and receiving advice on advancing their hockey careers to the collegiate level.
- On-Ice Skills Session:ย A dynamic on-ice session allows participants to refine their skills under the guidance of OHAโs professional coaches and collegiate-level expertise.
- Strength and Conditioning Session:ย Led by OHAโs Head of Strength and Conditioning, Paul Bisnauth, this session emphasizes enhancing athletic performance while minimizing injury risks through evidence-based training.
- Dedicated Goalie Ice Session:ย Goaltenders benefit from specialized training with OHAโs Head Goalie Instructor, Lucas Gore, focusing on goalie-specific skills and techniques.
- 3x Showcase Games:ย Athletes compete in three full showcase games, putting their skills on display for OHA coaches and college scouts while receiving real-time feedback and guidance.
- School Tour:ย Participants tour the OHA Penticton campus, exploring academic programs and discovering how OHA supports student-athletes in balancing education with athletics.
Registration & Pricing
For just $325 + GST, players gain access to elite coaching, skill development sessions, three showcase games, and the opportunity to learn directly from OHAโs professional staff and visiting college coaches.
Spots are limited โ register today and experience what itโs like to be part of the OHA community!
REGISTER 2012-2014 FORWARD
REGISTER 2012-2014 DEFENSE
REGISTER 2012-2014 GOALIEย
*Please note our Cancellation Policy
Goalies
All goaltenders will be waitlisted and reviewed by OHAโs coaching staff. Accepted goalies will be notified via email by the first week of March.
Schedule
The full schedule will be released closer to the event. For planning purposes, please plan to arrive in Penticton by 12:00 PM on Thursday, April 2, with the event wrapping up on Saturday, April 4, by 1:30 PM.*
2026 Schools Confirmed:
NCAA Division I
- Syracuse University
- RPI (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute)
NCAA Division III
- Hood College
- Trine University
- Lake Forest College
- Chatham University
- William Smith College
- University of Saskatchewan
- Trinity Western University (TWU)
- Carleton University
- University of Regina
ACHA Division I
- Grand Canyon University
- University of Wyoming
- Auburn University
This list is being updated weekly, so check back soon for new schools added! Below is the list of schools that attended our 2025 event:
NCAA D1
- Clarkson
- Robert Morris University
- St Cloud State University
- Harvard University
- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- St. Anslems College
- Bemidji State University
- University of St. Thomas
- Syracuse
- Vermont
- Brown
- University of British Columbia
- University of Ottawa
- Trinity Western University
- University of Saskatchewan
- Mount Royal University
- Ontario Tech
ACHA D1
- Auburn University
- Niagara University
- Grand Canyon University
NCAA D3
- Lake Forrest College
- SUNY Potsdam
- Trine
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- SAIT
*Schedule subject to change