What do I need to play in the Esso Cup (Female U18 AAA national championship)?

The Esso Cup is the national championship for Female U18 AAA. A Female U18 player, including an affiliate player, must have played at least 50% of her registered Hockey Canada team's total league games to be eligible for league, regional and national playoffs leading to the Esso Cup.

If her registered team does not play in a league, she must play at least 50% of her team's exhibition and tournament games. If illness or injury stops her playing 50% of the games, her eligibility is decided by the Member or, for inter-Member competition, by Hockey Canada's Chief Operating Officer.

Source: Hockey Canada By-laws, Regulations and Policies 2026-27, Regulations L.1 and M.2.