Small group development
Carter Sotheran | WHL | Portland Winterhawks
small group development
PV Elite Small Group Development Program. Spots are limited to maintain small group sizes and maximize individual coaching attention.
Start/End Dates: May-June
Total Sessions: 12 total sessions over program duration
U13 groups will receive 7 total sessions, structured to align with age-appropriate development and workload.
The program is designed around position-specific development, high repetition, and direct feedback from PV Elite staff.
Group Structure
Small Group Development is designed around position-specific teaching, controlled workloads, and meaningful repetitions that translate directly to game play.
To ensure a high coach-to-player ratio and position-specific development, groups are structured as follows:
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Separated by position:
Forwards
Defencemen
Goaltenders
Group sizes are capped to maintain quality instruction:
Forwards / Defencemen: 8–10 skaters per group
Goaltenders: 3–5 goalies per group
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Will train as one combined group structured to align with age-appropriate development.
Program Structure & Session Count
Each age group will receive a defined number of sessions over the duration of the program:
Most age groups will receive 12 total sessions
U13 groups will receive 7 total sessions, structured to align with age-appropriate development and workload
Registration secures participation in the PV Elite Small Group Development Program. Group placement is based on age group and position.
Space is limited, and registration may close once groups are filled.
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