MAP South Hockey was founded over 18 years ago to provide athletes the opportunity to compete alongside other top players and to be challenged and mentored by elite coaches. The MAP South Hockey development model is fully aligned and supportive of MN Hockey and community based teams. MAP South Hockey’s commitment to athletes and parents is to Develop High Character Athletes from Peewees to Professional NHL Players, while providing the best long term development for On-ice, Off-ice, Strength & Conditioning and Leadership training. We are not associated with the training organization with the similar name which trains out of Blaine, Plymouth and Hudson.
Some of the benefits MAP South Hockey Athletes are eligible for depending on Tier:
* As outlined in Tier Program Costs with training beginning shortly after the high school hockey tournament and continuing until the start of the athlete's Association or High School Program.
Additional benefits for graduating senior MAP South Hockey Athletes who are pursuing junior hockey after high school:
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Prospective Athletes must either apply or be invited to MAP South Hockey. See below to learn more about the application process. Players must have played on an "A or AA" level within the previous two seasons for consideration at the younger levels.
We allow each of our athletes the ability manage their on and off-ice training schedule. Players will be able to log into the site at any time and select any day that works for them to skate or train off-ice with their Tier. Athletes can skate or train as many days as they want depending on need and their current situation. We train for up to 8 straight months and expect players to miss days for other things such as time with family and friends and other sporting events.
Players must apply and be accepted before they can participate. Once a player applies, their Application will be reviewed by the MAP South Hockey staff. If the Application is received during our current MAP South Hockey training season, they may be asked to come in for an on-ice evaluation. If the Application is received during the regular Association or High School Season, a staff member will be out to scout one of the player's games for their evaluation. After completing the Application you will be contacted by a MAP South Hockey staff member to let the Player know if they have been accepted. Should they be accepted, they will be sent a purchase link and instructions on how to create a player account. All accepted players must make a non-refundable deposit to secure their spot before MAP South Hockey fills up. We will stop taking applications for a Tier once it has been filled.
We place every athlete into the Tier that we believe will benefit them, specifically, the most. The Tier that offers each athlete the greatest opportunity for growth is the one they will be placed in.
Even if a player meets a Tier requirement it does not mean that they will automatically be placed in that Tier. Our staff is constantly evaluating players and places each athlete into the best level that will aid in their own unique progression and individual skill development.
13s - Players who competed as a First Year Peewee AA/A in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
14s - Players who competed as a Second Year Peewee AA/A in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
15s - Players competed as a First Year Bantam AA/A or in High School Hockey as a 8th grader in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
16s - Players who competed as a Second Year Bantam AA/A or in High School Hockey as a Freshman in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
18s - Players who competed as a Sophomore or Junior in High School Hockey in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
18s Select - Players who competed as a Sophomore or Junior in High School Hockey in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season and established themselves as an advanced performer at High School Varsity or U18 Midget Major Level. Can also include Division 1 College Commits and/or is a top junior hockey prospects
COLLEGE - Players who competed as a Senior in High School Hockey in the 2023-2024 Hockey Season or previously competed at the Elite levels of junior hockey (USHL, BCHL, NAHL) or Collegiate Level
PRO - Players entering or having previously played at the NHL level
High School - Players who competed at the 15U A level or HS Varsity as a 8th Grader or Freshman during the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
College - Players who competed at the HS Varsity level as a Sophomore, Junior or Senior during the 2023-2024 Hockey Season
MAP South Hockey has a commitment to the game of hockey. We are aware that sometimes there family situations which can affect an athletes ability to participate due to cost. MAP South Hockey will consider those situations to assist in allowing your athlete to participate in our program. The completed form and supporting documentation can be mailed to our corporate address or emailed to Stephanie Osborn
Our Athletes cover a large area of the Minnesota Hockey Landscape. This summer there are MAP South Hockey Athletes that represent at least 27 Minnesota Hockey Associations and 36 Minnesota High Schools. Below is a list of those Associations and High Schools that have trusted their best to be trained by the best.
Alexandria | Faribault | Minnetonka | South St. Paul |
Andover | Farmington | Northfield | St. Louis Park |
Apple Valley | Hastings | Owatonna | St. Paul Highland Park |
Burnsville | Sibley Area | Park of Cottage Grove | Stillwater |
Eagan | Lakeville North | Prior Lake | Tartan |
Eastview | Lakeville South | Red Wing | Woodbury |
Edina | Mahtomedi | Rosemount |
Academy of Holy Angels | Edina | Minneapolis | South St. Paul |
Apple Valley | Faribault | Minnehaha Academy | St. Louis Park |
Benilde-St. Margaret's | Farmington | Minnetonka | St. Paul Academy & Summit School |
Bloomington Jefferson | Hastings | Moorhead | St. Paul Highland Park |
Cretin-Derham Hall | Henry Sibley | Northfield | St. Thomas Academy |
Eagan | Hill-Murray | Owatonna | Stillwater |
East Ridge | Hopkins | Red Wing | Tartan |
Eastview | Lakeville South | Lakeville North | Rosemount |
Eden Prairie | Mahtomedi | Shattuck | Woodbury |