Spring Developmental Program
The Chicago Blues are excited to announce their annual Spring Developmental Program that offers a quality hockey experience for every player. This year's program will begin on Monday, April 6.
Spring Hockey Directors
Mite 1 - Chris Imes
Mite 2 - Josh Dallmann
2017 - Chris Imes
2016 - Anthony Monte
2015 - Anthony Monte
2014 - Al Dorich
2012 - Josh Dallmann
2013 - Chris Imes
2012/2013 Combined - Chris Imes
2011 - Anthony Monte
2010 - Anthony Monte
What's Included in Your Spring Fees
- 16 high-energy skills and game sessions beginning on Monday, April 6
- Advanced skill development curriculum
- Expert goalie coaching focusing on overall fundamentals while also aligning with each goalie’s particular skill level and physical attributes
- 3 Checking Clinics for rising Bantam players (additional $50 fee required to attend the clinics)
- A practice jersey
Pricing
Mite Skater/Goalie - $470 per player
Squirt - Bantam Skater - $680 per player
Midget Skater - $470
Squirt - Midget Goalie - $300 per player
Registration Age Table for Spring 2026
To determine the level your child will play in Spring 2026 and the Fall 2026-2027 season, locate their birth year below.
- Midget - 2010/2011
- Bantam - 2012/2013
- Peewee - 2014/2015
- Squirt - 2016/2017
- Mite - 2018/2019/2020
Checking Clinics
All rising Bantams (2013s), including goalies, are required to attend a mandatory series of three checking clinics run by the Chicago Blues Hockey Directors prior to the start of the Spring 2026 season or the Fall 2026-2027 season. The fee is $50. To register for checking clinics, please click HERE.
- Tuesday, March 17 - 6:30-7:30 pm (The Edge - East rink)
- Tuesday, March 17 - 7:45 - 8:15 pm (Video session, Blues room)
- Wednesday, March 18 - 6:30-7:30 pm (The Edge - East rink)
- Thursday, March 19 - 6:30 - 7:30 pm (The Edge - East rink)
More information on goalie-specific clinics is coming soon!
Practice Schedule
Registration Questions
Contact Sara Gerardi
saramccabe30@gmail.com
Spring 2026
Each player registering for the Spring Developmental Program will be required to pay a non-refundable season fee. This fee must be paid prior to any player taking the ice for tryouts. Players who are not selected for a Blues Hockey Club Team will receive a refund minus a $20 processing fee.
Register