House League vs Community
2025-2026
The House League is open to participants in U9 & U11 only. This chart will help you understand the difference and to choose the right program. There are a number of factors that contribute to making a decision of what program is right for you as a family. The main factors to consider are the following:
- Cost
- Time Commitment
- Travel
- Ability to play with friends
- Development
- Fun
| COMPARING | House League | Community League |
|---|---|---|
| Pathway Skates | Yes | Yes |
| Player Placement | Teams are balanced | Players are tiered based on skill |
| Set Schedules | YES | No |
| Cash Calls | NO | Yes |
| Volunteers Required for Program | YES | Yes |
| Volunteer Bond | Determined by Member Clubs | Yes |
| Fundraising | NO | Yes |
| Full-Ice Practices | NO | U9: No // U11: Some |
| Full-Ice Games | U9: No // U11: Yes | U9: No // U11: Yes |
| Purchase Additional Ice | NO | Yes |
| Exhibition Games Permitted | NO | Yes |
| Tournaments Permitted | NO | Yes |
| Esso Minor Hockey Week | NO | Yes |
| House League Jamboree | Yes. Hosted by Hockey Calgary | No |
| Playoffs Permitted | NO | U9: No // U11: Yes |
| Police Checks for Coaches | YES. Mandatory | Yes. Mandatory |
| Coaching Requirements | Same in both leagues | Same in both leagues |