Brad Sidney Marchand Crosby 2 SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND 2020 Charlie Coyle Sean Couturier Kris Letang Vincent Lecavalier Nathan MacKinnon Saint John Sea Dogs Drummondville Voltigeurs Val-d’Or Foreurs Rimouski Océanic Halifax Mooseheads 3 SCHEDULE SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND Saturday, April 18th 2020 1:00 pm - Arrival & Registration Afternoon Activities: - Presentations (Players & Parents) - Off-Ice testing - On-ice practice
7:00 pm - End of Day Sunday, April 19th 9:00 am - Arrival 9:30 am - Off-Ice sessions with coaches (clinics) Noon - Game TO REGISTER, VISIT: theqmjhl.ca/2020-qmjhl-new-england-showcase/ THE COST: $95.00 OF NOTE, THIS WILL NOT AFFECT YOUR NCAA ELIGIBILITY. FOR MORE INFORMATION: PIERRE LEDUC APRIL 18th-19th Director, Hockey Operations (450) 650-0500 ext. 217 ESSEX SPORTS CENTER [email protected] 15 Manning Road, Middleton MA 01949 Visit the registration website for hotel details. Nikita Kucherov 4 Rouyn-Noranda Huskies SHOWCASE The Quebec Major Junior Hockey League NEW ENGLAND (QMJHL) is one of three regional leagues 2020 (along with the WHL and the OHL) in the 1 Canadian Hockey League (CHL). THE QMJHL & ITS PILLARS
HOCKEY Number of players listed among NHL Central Scouting’s A SHOT AT THE NHL November ‘Players to Watch’ list for the 2020 NHL Draft.
Every year, approximately half of all players drafted by 123 NHL clubs are CHL players. % Million fans that attended a CHL game 40 last season.
Alain Vigneault Gatineau Olympiques One day, you could say that you used the QMJHL as a stepping stone to a NHL career or, as former players have, tell the tale of playing alongside superstar Get the opportunity to learn from NHL-caliber coaches. Our alumni head 9 alumni such as Sidney Crosby, Brad Marchand, coaches currently active in the NHL include Alain Vigneault (Philadelphia Nikita Kucherov, Adam Erne and Charlie Coyle. Flyers) and Claude Julien (Montreal Canadiens) . Several of our coaches make the jump to professional hockey every season. 5 Claude Giroux SHOWCASE Gatineau Olympiques NEW ENGLAND 2020 Play more games and develop your skillset so that NHL scouts take notice.
Although all nationalities and languages are welcome, the language of hockey is English which is the language used by coaches in 612 day-to-day activities and tutorials; it is the language spoken in the DID YOU KNOW... dressing rooms, during practices and games. • 11% of NHL players come from the QMJHL. • On average, 23 players are selected each year in the NHL Entry Draft. • NHL scouts cover our games more than any other league. • We offer the highest caliber and most exciting level of play. • We issue more than 400 media accreditations for news personnel and close to 100 accreditations for photographers who follow our activities.
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Alexandre Picard-Hooper Alexis D’Aoust (2006-07) (2015-16)
QMJHL Scholastic Players of the Year We’re proud to say that our players graduate from high school at a rate higher than the Canadian national average. Tremendous efforts are deployed by the League, its teams and its players to make this happen.
It is essential that a major junior hockey player progress through his studies. All QMJHL players are expected to attend school and to succeed. Although combining school and hockey is not an easy undertaking, it is certainly feasible if the player is determined and properly supervised. Several resources are available to student-athletes who wish to minimize the disadvantages of a busy hockey schedule and who are eager to earn their degree. Educational advisors and tutors accompany the team on the road and are at their disposal to motivate, supervise or even call them back to order whenever necessary. 7 SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND 2020
In 2005, the League adopted a rigorous education policy with strict academic standards for its teams and players.
• The education policy outlines that players must follow high school or pre-university courses during their junior internship.
• Teams cover the entire cost of schooling, travel, books, tuition and other school-related expenses while in the QMJHL. • Former players are eligible to receive scholarships that can reach up to $24,000 per player for those who pursue their education in a trade school or at a University. • Each team employs an academic advisor. • The QMJHL ensures that each student-athlete benefits from a solid academic environment and from the necessary resources. • The success rates of players attending high school is approximately 99%. • Teams extend help to players who wish to pursue their education during the summer.
Pat Lafontaine Verdun Junior 8 SHOWCASE As mentioned, the QMJHL and its teams support players throughout their academic NEW ENGLAND 2020 careers, including those who choose to pursue their studies following their major junior experience. Generous grant programs have been established to help former 3 players complete their academic undertakings at both the College and University levels. GRANT HERE IS AN OVERVIEW OF THE QMJHL GRANT PROGRAM: PROGRAM
Professional or Technical Studies at the High School or Postsecondary Level: For each semester, a grant equivalent to half of University: the annual school expenses plus $800, up to a Former players will be awarded maximum of $2,500 per semester. The maximum a grant of $600 per succeeded course, number of grants is limited to six (6). with a maximum of $6,000 per year and as much as $30,000 for four years. 9 INVESTMENTS HAVE GROWN SUBSTANTIALLY SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND IN THE PAST FEW YEARS: 2020
1,000,000
800,000 A FEW FAST FACTS: 600,000 • In 2019-20 100% of players in the QMJHL attend school.
400,000 • 97% of courses taken by players in High School are successful. • 95% of courses taken by players in 200,000 University are successful.
$0 $1,035,000 $1,200,020 a total of 2017 a total of 2018 a total a total of $279,000 2007 a total of $262,000 2008 a total of $335,300 2009 a total of $345,700 2010 a total of $467,385 2011 a total of $554,600 2012 a total of $556,400 2013 a total of $565,000 2014 a total of $647,245 2015 a total of $955,000 2016 a total
IN 2019, WE EXPECT TO SURPASS $1,360,000 IN GRANTS!
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In 2004, the QMJHL adopted an Antidoping Policy in collaboration with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES). Prior to the start of every new season, all players must complete an online course that provides information and guidelines regarding the consequences of using illicit substances.
In 2005, the League adopted a rigorous education policy with strict academic standards for its teams and players. In 2006, the QMJHL adopted an Anti-discrimination policy. As such, the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League is committed to providing a sound environment in which every person is treated with respect and dignity. Jonathan Huberdeau Saint John Sea Dogs 11 SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND 2020 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
In 2009, the QMJHL created the Players’ Support Program. The Players’ Support Program (PSP) was designed to allow players and those around them to better manage various challenges that may occur in their lives, which includes a confidential 24-hour toll-free hot-line for players.
In 2010, the League adopted a charter to prevent violence that was largely publicized and is now used as an awareness tool. The QMJHL recognizes that hockey is a fast-paced, physical and highly emotional game, but respect remains a key part of its core values. Player safety is the #1 priority.
In 2013, the QMJHL created the Personalized Development Program (PDP) in order to implement a methodical and rigorous follow-up of players’ development.
In 2017, the QMJHL took another big step in player mental health education by partnering with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA).
In 2018, The League mandated that all players withouth exception had to pursue their education throughout their major junior internship or risk being suspended. 12 SHOWCASE Neuropsychologists NEW ENGLAND 2020 5 Nutritionists PROFESSIONAL Academic SUPPORT advisors The QMJHL offers fully trained and certified professional coaches to further your development and access to other high quality professional services, including: Physicians Athletic therapists in sports medicine
QMJHL teams also offer installations for off-ice traininglocated Strength in or near the arena to help players develop their endurance, Coaches flexibility, speed and strength. Coaches, athletic therapists, physicians and academic advisors from the League’s 18 teams take part in annual workshops and seminars to stay at the forefront of key development initiatives in their respective areas of expertise.
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OTHER SUPPORT SYSTEMS INCLUDE: Access to state of the art equipment, establishments Director of Player Safety on staff. and development practices for players. Heavy disciplinary sanctions to ensure Billet families. player safety. Restrictive player trade periods. Canada/US Insurance coverage. Concussion Management Program and return to play Respect in Sport Program. protocols (taken charge by certified neuropsychologists). Mental Health Association Program.
Rouyn-Noranda Huskies 2019 President Cup & Memorial Cup Champions 14 As the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, often referred to as the “Q” in hockey circles, continues SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND to grow, talent continues to pour in from all around the world, making the QMJHL one of the most 2020 competitive leagues in which to prepare young prospects for a professional hockey career.
As the “Q” becomes more and more involved with players and parents from across the New England 6 landscape, a number of key issues and questions frequently arise about bringing players from the U.S. into Canada to play major junior hockey.
& SOME OF THE SPECIAL CONCERNS OF U.S. PLAYERS EAGER TO PLAY “Q” A IN THE “Q” INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:
My son does not understand French, is that a deal breaker? Answer: Although all nationalities and languages are welcome, the language of hockey is English which is the language used by coaches in day-to-day activities and Is there English language tutorials; it is the language spoken in the dressing rooms, schooling available in each of the during practices and games. Quebec League’s cities? Answer: Each of the QMJHL member teams makes the firm commitment that it will provide players with the means to complete their High School education in English. This pledge has the firm backing of the League office and we will be happy to assist you if you should have any educational concerns. However, it is the responsibility of each individual player to put forth the effort to succeed, and it is the parents’ responsibility to support this goal. 15 SHOWCASE NEW ENGLAND 2020 When is the next QMJHL Entry Draft and how does it work? Answer: The next QMJHL Entry Draft will take place on Saturday, June 6th, 2020 in Sherbrooke. It represents anunbelievable life experience for a young hockey player. The draft is made up of 14 rounds. Therefore, there are close to 250 possible selections all over our territory. An American draft will take place the following Monday by conference call for eligible players from its territories, including Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont. Players that are not selected (excluding 15 year-olds) are considered free agents at all times following the Entry Draft and can choose to sign with any QMJHL team prior to training camps. TM Blainville-Boisbriand Sherbrooke Armada Phœnix
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Sherbrooke
Charlottetown Islanders
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