MIDGETS
2026-2027 SABRE HOCKEY ASSOCIATION MIDGET HOCKEY PROGRAM
The Sabre Midget program continues to offer the highest level of Tier 2 hockey in the country, providing players the environment and leadership they need. Our Midget coaching staff is dedicated to giving players an exit strategy to move on to the next level, whether that be AAA hockey, or finding the right post-youth hockey path for a well-balanced student athlete. The 2026-2027 season will showcase 4 Midget teams in the Central States Developmental Hockey League (CSDHL). 18U, 16U, 15O and 18U Prospects.
| TEAM | HEAD COACH | ASST COACH | ASST COACH |
| 18U CSDHL | Christian Esposito | ||
| 16U CSDHL | Kyle Kotrba | ||
| 15O CSDHL | Kyle Kotrba | ||
| U18 CSDHL Prospects | Ted Schlipp |
*All Coaches subject to change.
PROGRAM FEE INCLUDES
| Coaches: | Head Coaches, Assistant Coaches & Trainers |
| Equipment: | Game Jerseys & Socks, Practice Jerseys. |
| Player Package: | Tee Shirt, Shorts, & Hat |
| Ice: | 2 Full Weekly Practices & Weekend Home Game Slots. |
| Off-Ice Training: | Certified training w/ Acceleration Sports Performance |
| Seasonal Overhead | State, League, & Referee Fees, Processing & Insurance. |
FALL PROGRAM COST
| PROGRAM | SKATER | GOALIE |
| 15O, 16U and 18u | $6,550 | $5,050 |
| 18U Prospects | $6,050 | $4,550 |
*Non-Refundable Tryout fee of $300 is included in above pricing.
**Additional team slush funds will be required for Tournament Fees and Travel Budgets.
ONE TIME ADDITIONAL COST FOR NEW SABRE MIDGETS ONLY
The Sabre Midget program requires purchase of core carry bags and duffle bags, as well as warm ups as part of a team order.
Sabre Social Raffle Tickets
During registration, each player will pay $200 for 10 Raffle Tickets in addition to their team registration fees.
Families with multiple club players will pay $200 per player during registration, HOWEVER the requirement is only $200 per family. If you are a family with multiple players, please email myesutis@sabrehockey.com BY 10/1/2026 (NO EXCEPTIONS) and the additional fees can be reversed. Once tickets have been distributed refunds cannot be issued.
Families have the option to enter these tickets under their name OR sell the tickets to recoup their cost.
More information to follow in September.
For additional details about fundraising, click here.
TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT
Following tryouts, registrants will receive an email to confirm their players roster spot and complete registration based on the team their player was placed on. The program cost can be paid in full or a payment plan of 7 months can be set up at that time. Payments will be automatically deducted on 8/25, 9/25, 10/25, 11/25, 12/25, 1/25 & 2/25.
INJURY PREVENTION
All Sabre Midget players are required to complete baseline testing with our club trainer, Pro Sports and Rehab. Pro Sports and Rehab supplies a team trainer for all home games and must have a baseline test on each player as a proper reference point. The test is provided for FREE, and you can be in and out within 15 minutes. Please schedule an appointment ASAP.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
SABRE HOCKEY SEASON LENGTH
CSDHL, MSGH, CUHL
September 2nd - March 14th
NWHL, JSHL
September 14th - March 14th
SABRE TRAVEL TRYOUT SCHEDULE & INFORMATION
FEES AND PAYMENT POLICIES
EQUIPMENT AND APPAREL REQUIREMENTS
USA HOCKEY
AHAI requires purchase of your player’s 2026-2027 season USA Hockey Insurance directly from USA Hockey.
LEAGUE PARTICIPATION
Central States Development Hockey League (CSDHL)
Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF)
GENERAL INFORMATION
ROSTERING: Sabre players cannot be rostered on more than one youth hockey team, with the exception of girls playing on a youth (co-ed) team and a Sabre player who plays on a high school team.
QUESTIONS AND INFORMATION
| Registration: | Mark Yesutis | (630) 632-4802 | myesutis@sabrehockey.com |
| 18U: | Christian Esposito | (630) 913-2092 | cesposito@sabrehockey.com |
| 15O & 16U: | Kyle Kotrba | (630) 416-9994 | kkotrba@sabrehockey.com |
| Travel Hockey: | Brandon Lewandowski | (630) 696-5535 | blewandowski@sabrehockey.com |
MIDGETS
MIDGETS 15O - 18U (2008 - 2011)
A Non-Refundable $300 Tryout Fee will be due at the time of registration. This fee will increase $100 after August 10, 2026.
Registration Deadline is Thursday, AUGUST 13, 2026. NO EXCEPTIONS!
All players are required to have an active USA Hockey Number for the 2026-2027 Season in order to register. USA Hockey Registration
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