Travel Team Tryouts

Our Community-First Development Model focuses on building strong players locally while seeking meaningful competition in established hockey markets. We prioritize consistent training, structured practices, and high-quality professional coaching in Knoxville so players can develop within their home hockey community. Our teams will selectively travel to stronger hockey markets when appropriate to provide true competitive opportunities and valuable game experience, while also working to attract teams from other markets to come play in Knoxville for competitive home games. This balanced approach will reduce unnecessary non-hockey expenses such as excessive travel, meals, and lodging while maximizing quality development, meaningful competition, and growth of the local hockey community.

Parent Meeting Sunday April 26th @ 3PM

10U Tuesday April 28th @ 5:45pm Wednesday April 29th @ 6:00pm

12U Tuesday April 28th @ 6:45pm Wednesday April 29th @ 7:00pm

14U Tuesday April 28th @ 6:45pm Wednesday April 29th @ 7:00pm

16U Tuesday April 28th @ 8:00pm Wednesday April 29th @ 8:00pm

*Parent Meeting is only for those whom have players signed up for tryouts.

Location: Pro Vision Hockey Academy

Knoxville Ice Chalet

100 Lebanon St, Knoxville, TN 37919

10U - Tuesdays 5:45pm & Wednesdays 6pm

12U - Tuesdays 6:45pm & Wednesdays 7PM

14U - Tuesdays 6:45pm & Wednesdays 7PM

16U - Tuesdays 8:00pm & Wednesdays 8PM

**ALL GOALIES HAVE TRAINING MONDAY NIGHTS**

*Skills training will be available once coliseum opens up in the later part of September

*Practice Schedule may change if ice time at Coliseum is open and at an agreed upon time for the teams & coaches.

All equipment and team apparel for the 2026–2027 season will be ordered through Pure Hockey. Families will receive access to a dedicated team ordering portal where players can purchase their required game uniforms and approved team apparel. The package will include game jerseys, socks, and optional team apparel items such as warm-ups and other branded gear. Ordering through Pure Hockey ensures consistent team branding, proper sizing options, and a streamlined ordering and fulfillment process. Additional equipment needs such as sticks, protective gear, and accessories can also be purchased directly through the same system, allowing families to handle all hockey equipment needs in one place.



*Having the proper equipment ensures player safety and optimal performance on the ice. Players are expected to have all necessary gear by the start of the season, and any missing items must be addressed before participating in team activities. (August 1st, 2026)

The cost and structure of our travel hockey season varies based on several factors, including the number of players per team and the overall skill level of the group. Teams with fewer players typically have higher costs per player, as expenses such as ice time, tournament fees, coaching stipend, and travel costs are divided among fewer participants. Higher-level teams generally have more extensive travel schedules, compete in higher end tournaments, and receive specialized training, all of which increase costs. In contrast, lower-tier travel teams may have more localized schedules, reducing travel expenses. Our typical season runs from late summer through spring and includes regular practices, tournaments, and off-ice training, with costs ranging from a few thousand to $5,000 per player, depending on the level of competition and the team's in-season schedule.

For additional details about the upcoming season, please review the information on this page. If you have any questions or would like further clarification, please email us and we will be happy to assist.

Info@knoxvillejricebears.com

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