U17 Bow Valley Yeti
The U17 Yeti compete in the Premier Hockey League — a competitive Western Canadian league for elite hockey programs.
Compete, Lead, and Continue Developing
The U17 program supports athletes as they continue building their game, confidence, leadership, and readiness for future hockey opportunities.
At this stage, players are expected to lead the standard — in training, in the room, on the bench, and in competition. The U17 team is where habits become identity.
U17 Coaching Staff
Mike Kennedy
Mike Kennedy brings extensive experience at the highest levels of hockey, both as a player and coach. His playing career includes time in the NHL and international competition, and his coaching career spans professional, collegiate, and elite youth hockey.
His coaching background includes serving as Head Coach of the Yokohama Grits, along with roles at the University of Calgary and within the Florida Panthers organization as Director of Hockey Operations.
Mike specializes in developing hockey sense, decision-making, and game awareness. His practices are built around game-like situations that challenge players to read, react, and execute in real time, preparing them for the speed and complexity of higher-level hockey.
As Head Coach of the U17 Yeti team for the 2026/27 season, Mike plays a key role in advancing athletes within the high-performance stage of the P3 Pathway, preparing them for elite competition.
What Players Can Expect
- A high-standard competitive team environment
- Academy-connected training and structured preparation
- Coaching focused on leadership and accountability
- Premier Hockey League competition
- Continued development toward the next hockey step
Lead by Example. Earn the Crest.
The U17 Yeti set the tone for the program. Players carry the standard — for themselves, their teammates, and the younger athletes coming up behind them.
Competing in the Premier Hockey League
The U17 Yeti compete in the PHL — a Western Canadian league built for elite hockey programs. The level of play challenges athletes to lead, compete, and continue developing against top competition as they prepare for the next stage of their hockey careers.
