Behind Next Gen
Who We Are
Next Generation Girls Hockey is a program which creates meaningful development, competition and mentorship opportunities for female hockey players.
We believe talent exists everywhere, but opportunity does not. In many developing hockey countries, girls have limited access to female-specific programming, consistent competition and clear pathways to continue progressing within the sport.
Next Gen was created to help change that.
What We Do
Through camps, development programs, tourneys, educational sessions and ongoing mentorship, Next Generation provides young female athletes with opportunities to:
- Develop their skills and understanding of the game
- Compete alongside and against other female players
- Learn from experienced coaches, athletes and mentors
- Build confidence, leadership and lasting connections
- Discover opportunities to play and study abroad
- Better understand the pathways available within Women's hockey
Our programs focus on developing the complete athlete. We combine on-ice instruction and competition with education, mentorship, goal-setting and personal development.
Why We Created Next Gen
For many girls, the desire and ability to improve are already there, the opportunities are not.
In countries such as Spain, young female players often grow up competing primarily with boys and may have limited opportunities to play regularly with girls their own age. As they get older, they can be expected to move directly into senior women’s hockey without having experienced a consistent girls’ development pathway.
This transition can be challenging and may cause talented players to lose confidence, feel disconnected from the sport or stop playing before reaching their full potential.
Next Generation was created to help bridge that gap by giving girls more opportunities to compete, learn, make mistakes, build confidence and continue developing in an environment designed specifically for them.
The Opportunity We Are Creating
We are building more than individual events. We are creating a connected pathway that supports players throughout their development.
Through season-long competition, development programs, mentorship and educational opportunities, our athletes gain valuable experience both on and off the ice. They become part of a community where they can meet players from other clubs, learn from female role models and see what may be possible for their own futures.
Every additional game, practice, conversation and connection can make a difference.
