Tri-city Express
Take Your Development to the Next Level
Welcome to the Tri-city Express
The Tri-city Express is built for female athletes who want a highβperformance environment that elevates skill, mindset, athleticism, and confidence at every stage of their journey.Β Our athletes progress through a unified development pathway designed to build complete playersβand strong, empowered young women.
We offer an academy-style structure that prioritizes both high-performance hockey and academic success. The schedule, training model, and support systems are designed to help athletes grow without compromising their education.
Our Mission
To develop skilled, confident, resilient female athletes through elite coaching, high performance training environments, so they may succeed on the ice, in the classroom and in everyday life.
Our Values
To create a development pathway where every athlete is equipped to reach their highest potential – building skilled players, strong students and confident young leaders.
Development
We strive for constant improvement – on the ice, in the classroom and as people.
Leadership
We lead through integrity, respect and responsibility in every environment.
Excellence
We pursue high standards in performance, academics and personal conduct.
Accountability
We take ownership of our actions, our preparation and our commitment to the team.
Work Ethic
We bring effort, discipline and resilience in everything we do.
Why the Female Super League (FSL)
Exposure to the Next Level
Our teams compete in the Female Super League, a high-performance league where they play against top female athletes from across Western Canada. The FSLβs high-profile showcases offer exposure to scouts, teams, and next-level programs. The league has teams throughout Western Canada: BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba.
A Balanced, Athlete-Centered Schedule
The FSL’s reduced travel demands and weekend-focused competition calendar allow players to train more, recover better, and stay engaged in the classroom β a perfect fit for our student-athlete philosophy.
Progressive Body Checking
Beginning at 14U, athletes learn how to engage physically with proper technique, confidence, and safety.
Alignment With Junior Hockey Standards
The league mirrors the expectations and environment of junior hockey, preparing athletes for the BCHL and beyond. This includes professional coaching, structured development plans, and access to high-level facilities.
A League That Shares Our Values
The FSL’s commitment to safety, development, and long-term athlete success aligns directly with the mission of the Tri-city Express: to build confident, capable, academically strong young people through the sport they love.
On-ice Development
The Tri-city Express offers a comprehensive development program tailored to elevate student-athletesβ skills, knowledge, and performance. With a focus on holistic growth, we prepare players for the demands of elite hockey and beyond.
Athletes will train a minimum of four times per week, featuring back-to-back ice and gym sessions on the same day two to three times a week. This holistic approach builds strength, endurance, and skill while fostering both mental and physical development.
Athletes play a minimum of 30 league games as well as an in-season tournament and a playoff series.
Off-ice Development
Our program includes 2β3 hours per week of off-ice strength and conditioning at the Express Performance Centre, led by our dedicated Strength & Conditioning Coach.
The Express Performance Centre is a fully equipped training environment built to support the strength, conditioning, and recovery needs of our student-athletes. With access to free weights, cardio machines, resistance equipment, and functional training zones, players have everything they need to train year-round. This setup allows for personalized programs, structured team sessions, and efficient recovery routinesβall guided by our experienced performance staff.
Out of Area Transportation
For our athletes outside Tricities, we offer morning pickup and after school drop off to the following areas:
- Surrey
- Langley
- Maple Ridge
Tri-city Express 2026-27 Birth Years
| DIVISION | BIRTH YEARS |
|---|---|
| 14U | 2012, 2013 (2014 underage) |
| 16U | 2010, 2011 (2012 underage) |
| 19U | 2007, 2008, 2009 (2010 underage) |
Program Fees
Coquitlam HC offers a comprehensive, academy-style hockey development program that blends elite training, academic support, and full-service logistics. Below is a breakdown of whatβs included in our program.
On-Ice Training & Development
- 3 – 1hr team practices per week (SeptβMar)
- 1 – 1hr power skating per week (Sept – Mar)
- 1 – 1hr skills practice per week (SeptβMar)
- 1 – 1hr goalie specific practice per week (SeptβMar)
Off-Ice Strength & Conditioning
- led by certified coaches
- 3 – 45minβ1hr off-ice sessions per week (SeptβMar)
Academic Integration
- Partnership with SD43
- Regular parent-teacher-coach conferences
Equipment & Apparel
- Full hockey uniform: home & away jerseys, helmet, gloves, socks, pant shells, practice jersey
- Full training kit: shorts, shirt, hoodie
- Exclusive discounts at The Hockey Shop and Bauer
Out of Town Travel
- Travel to out of town Showcases (air or bus)
- Bus travel during out-of-town Showcases
- Hotel accommodations – 2 per room
- Meals on the road
Shuttle Service
- Daily transportation between rink, school, and gym
- For athletes who need it – Out of area before & after school pick up/drop off – Maple Ridge, Langley
Health & Safety
- Athletic Therapist present at all league games
- Concussion baseline testing and guided return-to-play protocols
Performance & Scouting Tools
- Video analysis with cutting-edge tech
- Access to The Prospect Exchange and Elite Prospects
Player Services
- Skate sharpening
- In-house laundry
2026-27 Program Fees: $19,250 + GST
Another win for the girls in Black, Yellow and White! On to the next!π£
Goals
Aitken (8) - Erickson
Hrab (2) - Petty, Lutz
Aitken (9) - Spanjers
Big dawg of the game: @kailah.hrab
Coaches award: @gabriella.montenegro47
ROAD TRIP!π
The Tri-City Express are hitting the road for a big weekend of Female Super League action!
π Aberdeen Rec Complex
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November 6β8
LET`S GO EXPRESS! ππ€
Thank you to @brockmcgillis33 for taking the time out of his busy schedule to come speak with our 16U team about positive inclusion and culture within the hockey world.
After a hard week in practice, our 16U group had some well earned fun on the ice with a Halloween themed games dayπ»
Lots of guts, lots of heart, 1 big win.
Backed on a 42 save performance from Bella Gavigan, the Express pull out a huge shootout W!
Shootout winner - Aliyah Mah
The Express are on the board!
Big goals from Aliyah Mah, Zoe Petty and Olivia Aitken propel the team to the first win of the season.
Goals:
Aliyah Mah - Olivia Aitken, Zoe Petty
Olivia Aitken - Emily Spanjers
Zoe Petty - Olivia Aitken
Player of the game: Olivia Aitken
The Tri-City Express 16U are heading to Alberta!
π₯ Friday, Oct. 16 - 4:00pm vs Angels Pro Hockey
π₯ Saturday, Oct. 17 - 12:00pm vs Aurora HC
π₯ Sunday, Oct 18 - 8:00am vs Jr. Ooks
π₯Sunday, Oct 18 - 1:15pm vs Angels Pro Hockey
Letβs Go Girls! ππ€π
π Silent Ice Center, Edmonton
