Competitive information

The Metcalfe and District Ringette Association (MDRA) is pleased to share key information for the 2026-2027 Competitive Program. This page includes details on team offerings, coach applications, tryout requirements, timelines, pre-tryout clinics, and registration information.

This page will be updated as more information becomes available from Ringette Ontario (RO) and the Eastern Region Ringette Association (ERRA).

Below you will find the following information:

1. 2026-2027 Competitive Teams
2. Competitive Coach Applications
3. Player Intent to tryout (must be completed by March 16, 2026)
4. Ringette Ontario (RO) Competitive Team Formation - Key Dates
5. MDRA Pre-tryout clinics (coming soon)
6. Competitive Commitment Survey & Player Contract (coming soon)
7. Tryout Registration (coming soon)
8. Competitive Evaluation Plans (coming soon)

2026-2027 Competitive Teams

For the 2026-2027 season, MDRA will be applying to host the following competitive teams :

• U14A (2013 - 2014 birth years)
• U16A (2011 - 2012 birth years)
• U19A (2008 - 2010 birth years)

MDRA will communicate final team viability as soon as RO allocations are issued (April 7, 2026).

Competitive Coach Applications

MDRA is now accepting Head Coach and Assistant Coach applications for:

• U14A
• U16A
• U19A

Application Deadlines

• Head Coach Applications Due: March 15, 2026
• Assistant Coach Applications Due: March 31, 2026

Apply here: 2026-2027 MDRA Competitive Coach Application Form

Coaching Requirements

Applicants should meet the following expectations:

• Previous coaching experience in ringette or a related sport
• For U14A: Ringette Ontario U14A Coach Qualifications
• For U16A: Ringette Ontario U16A Coach Qualifications
• For U19A: Ringette Ontario U19A Coach Qualifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A passion for developing players and fostering a positive, supportive team environment

Check out the MDRA Coach Application Process (PDF) document for more details.

Selection Process & Timelines

• Interview notifications for Head Coach applicants: by March 22, 2026
• Head Coach interviews: week of March 23, 2026
• Head Coaches finalized: March 31, 2026
• Once Head Coaches are selected, they will review Assistant Coach applications and select their bench staff with the Coach Selection Committee.

All applications remain confidential. When multiple qualified candidates apply, preference may be given to non-parent and/or female coaches.

Player Intent to Tryout (RO Requirement)

All athletes wishing to attend U14-U19 AA or A tryouts for the 2026-2027 season MUST complete the Ringette Ontario (RO) Player Intent to Tryout Form by March 16, 2026.

Opens: February 23, 2026
Closes: March 16, 2026

Important:

• Only one submission per athlete will be accepted.
• If multiple forms are submitted, only the most recent submission will be considered valid.
• This form is mandatory — athletes who do not submit the Intent Form by March 16, 2026 will not be eligible to attend AA or A tryouts (no exceptions).

Ringette Ontario will use submitted intent forms to determine hosting approvals for AA/A teams for the 2026-2027 season.

Ringette Ontario Competitive Team Formation - Key Dates (2026-2027)

As outlined in the RO 2026-27 Team Formation Policy, the following provincial deadlines apply:

• February 23 - Player Intent Form Opens
• March 16 - Player Intent Form Closes
• March 23 - Willing to Host Forms Due
• April 7 - AA & A Teams Allocated to Clubs
• April 13 - Tryout Schedules Due
• May 11 - AA Rosters Due
• June 1 - A Rosters Due
• September 1 - B/C Sort-Outs Begin

Full details are available in the Ringette Ontario Team Formation Policy (2026-27).

ERRA has received approval from RO to use slightly adjusted tryout timelines for the 2026-27 season. ERRA will release finalized dates for all member associations shortly.

MDRA will update this page with the ERRA tryout windows as soon as they are confirmed.

MDRA Pre-Tryout Clinics (April 13-19, 2026)

MDRA will be running pre-tryout clinics to support athletes preparing for competitive evaluations at U14A, U16A, and U19A.

• Open to skaters and goalies
• Skater and goalie sessions led by a seasoned evaluators and high-performance Ringette player(s) and Goalie(s)
• Focus on the skills and evaluation criteria used in competitive tryouts

Clinic dates and registration links will be posted soon.

Competitive Contract and Commitment Survey

MDRA requires all players participating in competitive tryouts to submit both of the following documents once they are released for the 2026-2027 season:

• Competitive Commitment Survey
• MDRA Competitive Player Contract

These documents outline expectations for players and families regarding attendance, behaviour, communication, and overall commitment to MDRA’s competitive program.

Updated 2026-2027 versions of both documents are currently being finalized. Links and instructions will be posted on this page once they are available.

Both documents must be completed and submitted before the player’s first tryout session.

Tryout Registration (Coming Soon)

Once ERRA confirms tryout windows and MDRA received RO approval, MDRA will open registration for:

• U14A Tryouts

• U16A Tryouts

• U19A Tryouts 

Registration will be available via RAMP.

Details will include:

• Registration deadlines

• Tryout costs

• Required documents

• Competitive commitment expectations

Competitive Evaluation Plans

MDRA is currently finalizing the 2026-2027 Competitive Evaluation Plan for U14A, U16A, and U19A tryouts.

This plan will outline:

• The structure of each tryout session
• Skills-based components
• Gameplay evaluation format
• Criteria and scoring methods used by evaluators
• Expectations for players throughout the evaluation process

The updated evaluation plan will be posted here as soon as it is confirmed.

Players and families are encouraged to review it carefully once available to ensure they understand what evaluators will be assessing during the tryout process.

If you have questions please contact our Director of Competitive at mdracompetitive@gmail.com.