We are excited to compete against the very best worlds players, states Team Canada U16 coach Dave Weloy

Dave, how is the preparation for the championship in Hradec going?
Our preparation is going well and started back in Sept 2024 with coaches planning out our new and refreshed team systems playbook. We have been running player/coach video meetings to work through the logistics of travel, training camp and tournament play. This is the first time for our U16 players attending a Worlds championship, the players are very proud to play for their country and looking forward to elite competition ahead of them.

Are you planning any more preparation in the Czech Republic before the championship?
Yes, we will be running a 4-day training camp in Plzen to continue our team building & work through the playbook that has been presented to our players back in March 2025.

What are your goals for the tournament in East Bohemia?
Our Team goals are to bond as a team building new friendship, connect & experience the beauty of Czechia with a clear focus on the journey traveling to a “Road to Gold “championship.

Canada U16 fought their way to gold in Žilina, do you believe in defending?
We are very proud of our past Canada team victories, keeping in mind a clear focus on building the very best team to compete on our journey of “Road to Gold” in Hradec Králové.

What stage is the team formation at?
U16 Team Canada boys is complete group of players set in very specific roles offering us the very best chance to compete for Gold at the 2025 Worlds ISBHF Championship Tournament.

How are you looking forward to the tournament in the Czech Republic?
Our players, coaches and support staff are very proud to play for Canada and excited to visit Hradec, Kralove. We are excited to compete against the very best Worlds players, offering all our families an amazing life long memorable experiance.

Will be canadian players successful in Hradec Králové? Photo: Markéta Křížová.