Discover. Develop. Shine.

Discover. Develop. Shine.

2026 Female Open House & Showcase | April 2–5, 2026

The 2026 Female Open House & Showcase is more than an event — it’s a complete development experience designed to meet female players exactly where they are in their hockey journey.

Whether your athlete is just beginning to explore elite hockey, actively developing her game, or ready to shine in front of college coaches, this single showcase weekend is intentionally split into age-specific experiences to ensure the right balance of development, competition, and exposure.

Hosted at Okanagan Hockey Academy Penticton, this event brings together elite coaching, competitive gameplay, and unprecedented access to post-secondary opportunities — all in one unforgettable weekend.

DISCOVER

Female Open House

April 2–4, 2026 | Birth Years: 2012–2014

For young athletes eager to learn, grow, and discover what elite hockey looks like, the Discover stage is the perfect introduction.

This experience focuses on skill development, confidence building, and education, while allowing players to compete, learn from professionals, and explore life as an OHA student-athlete.

Event Highlights

• 3 Showcase Games
• 1 On-Ice Skill Development Session
• 1 Strength & Conditioning Session
• 1 Dedicated Goalie Ice Session

What Players Will Experience

• OHA Information Session
  Learn about OHA’s hockey development model, academic pathways, and how student-athletes thrive both on and off the ice.
• College Representation
  More than 20 colleges are represented annually from the NCAA, U SPORTS, ACHA, and ACAC. The 2026 list will continue to grow as programs confirm attendance.
• College Coach Hot Stove
  A unique opportunity for athletes to engage directly with college coaches, ask questions, and gain insight into the collegiate hockey pathway.
• On-Ice Skills Session
  A high-tempo development session led by OHA’s professional coaching staff.
• Strength & Conditioning Session
  Led by Paul Bisnauth, OHA’s Head of Strength & Conditioning, focusing on athletic development and injury prevention.
• Dedicated Goalie Ice Session
  Specialized goalie training with Lucas Gore, OHA’s Head Goalie Instructor.
• 3 Full Showcase Games
  Competitive games where players apply what they’ve learned and receive real-time feedback.
• Campus & School Tour
  Explore the OHA Penticton campus and learn how academics and athletics are balanced at the academy.

Please note: All goalies are waitlisted and reviewed by OHA’s coaching staff. Accepted goalies will be notified by the first week of March.

DEVELOP & SHINE

2026 Female Showcase

April 3–5, 2026 | Birth Years: 2008–2011

For players actively pursuing collegiate opportunities, the Develop & Shine stage is designed to maximize exposure, elevate performance, and connect athletes with college programs.

This showcase places players in high-level competitive environments while providing direct access to coaches, evaluators, and OHA staff.

Event Highlights

• 3 Showcase Games + 1 Additional Ice Session
• Strength & Conditioning Session
• Dedicated Goalie Ice Session

What Sets This Showcase Apart

• College Representation
  In 2025, 20+ colleges attended, spanning the NCAA, U SPORTS, ACHA, and ACAC. The 2026 list will be updated as schools confirm.
• OHA Information Session
  Learn how OHA supports players pursuing junior, collegiate, and beyond.
• College Coach Hot Stove
  A standout feature allowing players to engage directly with college coaches and gain insight into recruiting and development.
• Additional Ice Session
  Beyond the showcase games, athletes receive extra ice time to further display their skills.
• Goalie-Specific Training
  Led by Lucas Gore, focusing on advanced goalie techniques and game-readiness.
• Strength & Conditioning
  Performance-focused training with Paul Bisnauth, emphasizing long-term athletic development.
• School Tour with Academic Advisor
  Optional tour of Penticton Secondary School, highlighting OHA’s academic partnerships.

All goaltenders are waitlisted and reviewed by OHA staff. Accepted goalies will be notified by the first week of March.

2026 Schools Confirmed (and Growing Weekly)

NCAA Division I

• Syracuse University
• RPI (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute)

NCAA Division III

• Hood College
• Trine University
• Lake Forest College
• Chatham University
• William Smith College

U SPORTS

• 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 updated weekly — check back often as more schools confirm.

Schools That Attended Our 2025 Event

With programs such as Harvard, Clarkson, Brown, Vermont, UBC, St. Cloud State, Robert Morris, and many more, the Female Showcase continues to be a trusted recruiting and development opportunity for players across North America.

One Weekend. Every Stage. Endless Opportunity.

From first exposure to college-ready competition, the 2026 Female Open House & Showcase is designed to support female athletes at every point in their journey.

Discover your potential. Develop your game. Shine on the ice.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Penticton.