Blues U10

The prep skate/rust-off schedule is subject to change.

Please note: the most up-to-date tryout schedule is on the Blues website. Please be sure to double check the date, time, and location of your tryouts before heading to the rink

Dominic Bazinet

Hello U10 Blues Families,

My name is Dominic Bazinet, and I’m very excited to introduce myself as the Head Coach of the U10 Blues for the upcoming season.

Hockey Background:

I bring nearly a decade of coaching experience, having worked at all levels from U7 through U15, including Head Coach and Assistant Coach roles with the Blackburn Stingers, East Ottawa Stars, and Rangers programs.

Coaching Philosophy / Season Goal:

My coaching philosophy is centered around creating a positive, fun, and supportive environment where players develop strong fundamentals, confidence, and a love for the game. At the U10 level, my focus is on skill development, teamwork, respect, and building good habits on and off the ice. I believe every player develops at their own pace and deserves an inclusive environment where effort, attitude, and improvement are valued.

I also strongly believe in using specialized skill providers (such as skating, edge work, and development programs) to support player growth alongside our structured and engaging team practices.

Most importantly, hockey should be fun. My goal is for players to work hard, support one another, and leave the rink each day feeling excited, confident, and proud of their progress.

I look forward to working with the players and families to make this a great season.

2026 - 2027 Tournaments: (Anticipated tournaments)

• Capital Blues Hockey Fest - October 2-4 
• Capital Volunteer Cup Cumberland Grads - October 23-25
• Capital Mid Season Showdown Stittsville Rams - November 27-29
• 67th Peterborough Lift Lock - January 8-10
• Josh Bailey Classic Clarington Tournament - Feb 5-7

See you at the rink!

Dominic Bazinet

Head Coach – U10 Blues

Volunteers Are Required

Get involved! Similar to the last two years the Blues will be calling upon it's members to help with certain aspects of tryouts. A Sign-up sheet for the registration desk, trainers, timekeeper and bench coordination will be available late August; Blues Tryout Volunteer Schedule 2026. We will also be looking for on-ice shooters for the goalie evaluations. Volunteer Hours will be signed for those looking to complete their requirement. 

Please submit your interest to

Throughout the tryout process, as a volunteer, you may become aware of differing tryout-related information, ie. player name associated with which jersey #. To ensure a fair and transparent process, please do not divulge any information you may come across/be privy to.

Role responsibilities:

Sign-in desk:

• 1^st session Arrive 45 minutes prior to ice time; subsequent sessions arrive 30 minutes prior to ice time
• Welcome players and parents
• Check-in player
• 1st session (TBC): hand out jersey and record the number on the sheet, hand out socks and record the size on the sheet
• Assign a dressing room (ensuring there are two dressing room attendants per room)
• Inform the player of the position they will be playing (pre-determined)

Dressing room/hallway attendant:

• Arrive 45 minutes prior to ice time for the 1st session only; subsequent sessions arrive 30 minutes prior to ice time (inform the sign-in desk that you have arrived as players may only enter a dressing room if there are two attendants present – Two-deep Policy)
• Be present to ensure players are focused on getting ready for their ice session; overall dressing room supervision
• Assist players at the younger levels with tying skates, and any equipment adjustments as needed
• Post session: both attendants must supervise the group until the last player has left

Timekeeper:

• Arrive 10 minutes prior to ice time
• Obtain game sheet from sign-in desk
• Record any information provided by the referee.
• Return game sheet to the sign-in desk (or referee – dependant on major penalties/suspensions)

Trainer:

• Arrive 10 minutes prior to ice time; inform sign-in desk of your arrival
• If you do not have a trainer kit, one will be provided
• You must provide your own helmet
• As you will be on the bench during the session, coaching on the bench is strictly prohibited
• Tend to players medical/equipment issues as needed

Bench doors:

• Arrive 10 minutes prior to ice time
• Receive instructions at the sign-in desk
• As you will be on the bench during the session, coaching the players is strictly prohibited
• Responsible for the bag of pucks
• Ensure players are in the correct, pre-determined lines, open/close doors, keep lines flowing/together.

Shooters/passers:

• Arrive 15 minutes prior to ice time
• Receive instructions at the sign-in desk
• You must provide your own helmet, gloves, stick
• As you will be on the ice during the session, coaching the players is strictly prohibited
• The instructor will explain/demo the drill; you are the shooter/passer

If upon a group change there is no instructor at your group, you may be required to explain the drill; however, there should not be any coaching/training

Thank you again for considering tovolunteering for these important roles. Tryouts can be a stressful time for many. Your assistance will help keep everyone organized and ensure each session runs smoothly for players and parents.