When are tryouts?

Tryout dates vary each year. Typically tryouts are held around the end of August and the beginning of September. Tryouts consists of two separate skates and both are mandatory in order to be considered for the team. Tryouts cost $60. For the tryout dates for the current season see the schedule.

Can I come and watch a game?

If your interested in our club we encourage you to come out to one of our games. You can view our current schedule here.

Do I have to attend Northern Illinois University to tryout?

Yes, you must be a student taking at least 9 credit hours with a passing G.P.A. to tryout to be on the team. NIU's passing G.P.A. is a 2.0. Learn more about becoming a student at NIU.

If I was on the team last year am I guaranteed a spot on the team this year?

No, you will need to go through tryouts just like everyone else. So if you want try and be a Huskie again, make sure you're there for the tryouts.

How many people tryout and make it each year?

We have anywhere from approximately 10 to 20 new guys tryout each year. We can roster up to 25 players which includes 22 skaters and 3 goalies. The team however, is not an equal ice time team. The coach will post who plays in what game at least an hour before the start of the game. We will dress 19 skaters and 2 goalies, which means that 3 skaters and 1 goalie will not dress every game. But it is not a rotation (we are not an equal ice time team), the coach will decide.

What are the details on games, tournaments, and practices?

You can view our current season schedule online to see when games and practices are held.