Jr. Cyclones Tryout Schedule (Birth Years 2016-2013) Released
Please review the schedule and find your child’s age group. Additional details—including check-in procedures, group assignments, and coach announcements—will be emailed closer to April 5th.
Saturday, April 5th
- 10U & 12U Goalies-Only: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM (All goalies must attend this session in addition to their age group tryout.)
- 10U & 12U Girls-Only: 8:30 AM - 9:45 AM
- 2016: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
- 2015: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- 2014: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- 2013: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday, April 6th
- 2016: 8:15 AM - 10:15 AM
- 2015: 10:15 AM - 12:15 PM
- 2014: 12:15 PM - 2:15 PM
- 2013: 2:15 PM - 4:15 PM
Post-Tryout Process
Coaches will meet after each day’s sessions to review evaluations. Once tryouts are complete, we will post each participant’s tryout number (assigned at check-in) with either an offer for a team spot or an invitation for an additional skate. Every age group and coaching staff operates slightly differently, but we will communicate decisions as quickly as possible.
If you have any questions, please reach out. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the rink!
Fundraising Opportunity – Offset Your Team Fees!
Want to lower your team fees next season? Eastside Motivators has an amazing opportunity for you! By volunteering at concession stands for the Reds, FC Cincinnati, Bengals, Cyclones, UC, UD, and NKU, you can earn donations that go directly toward your Jr. Cyclones team fees. These opportunities are available year-round, giving you plenty of chances to contribute and make a difference!
Reds season is one of our biggest fundraisers, and Opening Day is coming fast! To volunteer, you must attend a training session—here are some upcoming dates:
Saturday, March 22 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday, April 8 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday, May 6 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday, June 10 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
This is a great way to give back, have fun, and offset your costs for next season!
To sign up or ask questions, contact:
katie.tetzlaff@jrcyclones.com
Let’s make this next season one to remember—on and off the ice!
Go Cyclones!
Eastside Motivators Volunteer Group is a nonprofit organization made up of hardworking individuals providing fundraising opportunities for various nonprofit organizations. Eastside Motivators is not a booster group.
2025/26 Jr. Cyclones Tryouts – Registration Now Open
Tryout registration for the 2025-2026 season is now open.
Tryout Schedule:
10U (2016, 2015) & 12U (2014, 2013)
- April 5-6: Initial Sessions
- April 7-11: Team-Specific Sessions
14U (2012, 2011), 15U (2010), 16U (2009-2010), 18U/HS (2010-2007)
- April 12-13: Initial Sessions
- April 14-18: Team-Specific Sessions
*Tryout times are not final yet as we are still confirming registration numbers. The final schedule will be announced at a later date. Thanks for your patience, and stay tuned for updates!
Register here: Jr. Cyclones Tryout Registration
Jr. Cyclones DOMINATE Presidents Day!
A huge congratulations to all the players and coaches on their incredible achievements:
Girls:
14U & 19U Black – CGHL Champions! Both teams went undefeated in the playoffs, with 19U Black securing the win in a thrilling shootout!!
Boys/Coed:
18U/Varsity – MyHockey Chicago Cup Champions
2010 Tetzlaff – Gold at the MyHockey Spirit of St. Louis Presidents Cup
2011 Reynolds – 2nd place at the Big Bear Buckeye Bullseye in Oxford.
2013 Trueb – Silver at the Rock and Roll Cup in Cleveland.
2014 Wyrabkiewicz – 10U Champions at the Hockeytown Tier 2 Invite
2015 Francis – Champions at the Hockey Time Production Irish South Bend Cup
Jr. Cyclones Mites – A Historic First!
Two teams competed in their first-ever full-ice tournament under Cincinnati Hockey Academy at the Big Bear Buckeye Mites Tournament over Presidents Day weekend. The Black team played hard against tough competition, while the Gold team earned SILVER, battling through four full-ice games against experienced teams—an incredible achievement for these young players.
A huge congratulations to all our teams for their dedication and success. Jr. Cyclones are making waves—let’s keep this momentum going and finish the season STRONG!
2025/26 Jr. Cyclones Coaching Applications - Submit Your Application Now!
We are now accepting coaching applications for the 2025-2026 season. If you are interested in being a Head Coach or Assistant Coach, please submit your application using the link below.
Apply Here: Coaching Application
Chyna Taylor: A Rising Star in Hockey
As part of NHL.com's Black History Month celebration, Chyna Taylor is making history. At just 15, the defenseman from Louisville, Kentucky, is turning heads with her skill and determination. As the first player from Kentucky to represent Team USA at an IIHF event, she helped secure a silver medal at the 2025 Under-18 Women’s World Championship—and she’s just getting started.
Proving she belongs and with an undeniable work ethic, this young talent is making waves in the hockey world. From breaking records to inspiring the next generation, her journey is one to watch.
You're Invited to Senior Night(s) with the Cincinnati Jr Cyclones!
Join us as we honor the dedication, hard work, and love for the game our seniors have shown throughout their Cyclones journey. Let’s come together to cheer them on and show our Cyclones pride! Bring your family, friends, and plenty of energy to make these unforgettable moments even more special. We can’t wait to see you there – Go Cyclones!
8U Ross White Takes home Championship in Buckeye Classic
01/20/2025 The Jr.Cyclones have the first 8U team to win a division championship in the Buckeye Classic this weekend! It was a team effort with contributions from everyone including Crew Burke, who scored the overtime goal!
Danielle Fujita Skating Clinics: Nov 29-Dec 1
Join us at QCS for three days of power skating instruction from the Calgary Flames' Danielle Fujita. Click the image above for more information and registration!
Thanksgiving 3v3 Registration Open!
Join us at QCS for a weekend of 3v3 fun! More information and registration here!
16UAA Jr Cyclones Win Big Bear Lexington Tournament
The 16U AA team won the Big Bear Championship in Lexington September 27-29. The team brought the "hurricane" to their opponents going 4-0. outscoring the opposition 28-2 and posting 3 shutouts.
LTS and LTPH Registration Now Open!
Youth skating classes at Queen City Sportsplex begin on September 8th. Registration and more information can be found HERE
Contact Matt Michno (matthew@jrcyclones.com) with any questions!
Hockey Director Frank Banham Has #39 retired by the WHL's Saskatoon Blades
Click on the video below to see more of Coach Frank!
JR CYCLONES SWEEP LCAHL DIVISIONS
3 TEAMS FINISH 1ST
2013 Jr Cyclones finish 1st overall in Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League
2010 Jr Cyclones finish 1st overall in Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League
2009 Jr Cyclones finish 1st overall in Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League
Community Service
2009 and 2010 Jr. Cyclones Teams Came Together for their December Community Service Project! Great Teamwork!
WELCOME TO THE CINCINNATI JR CYCLONES TRAVEL ICE HOCKEY CLUB
The Cincinnati Jr Cyclones Travel Ice Hockey Club is located in Cincinnati, OH. Our organization is comprised of birth year youth hockey teams including squirt(u-10), peewee(u-12), and bantam(u-14) USA Hockey groups and a USPHL team to provide further advancement. Our home rink is the Queen City SportsPlex in Northern Cincinnati and Heritage Bank Arena in downtown Cincinnati on the Ohio river.
Our youth teams compete independently or as part of a league such as the Little Caesars Hockey League or Buckeye Travel Hockey League.
Learn More
Click the registration link provided below to learn more about this unique opportunity to train with the best and prepare for the upcoming season!
Click for 25/26 Coaching Application
Calling All Coaches! The Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones are now accepting coaching applications for the 2025-26 season! If you’re passionate about developing young athletes, fostering a love for the game, and being part of a dedicated hockey community, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help shape the future of our players!
CHAMPIONS
TWISTER GROUP CHAMPS! PUCK-CHOP CHAMPS! JUSTIN VAIVE CHAMPS!
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CINCINNATI CYCLONES FOUNDATION
The Cincinnati Jr Cyclones are supported by the Cincinnati Cyclones Foundation. The foundation was founded in 2017 with an aim to help children in the Greater Cincinnati Area discover a love and a passion for the game of hockey.
“Far too often I hear that it is cost prohibitive for children to participate in youth hockey,” remarked Ropp. “My personal goal with the establishment of the Cincinnati Cyclones Foundation is to introduce hockey to children in the Tri-State just as they would experience any other youth sport.”
The primary focus of the Cincinnati Cyclones Foundation will be to help underwrite and alleviate costs associated with playing hockey. Additionally, the Cincinnati Cyclones Foundation aspires to provide much-needed ice time to local youth hockey players, be it at Heritage Bank Center, or by underwriting ice time at any one of the hockey or skating facilities around Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.
A dual focus of the Cincinnati Cyclones Foundation will be to expose children from all over Greater Cincinnati to the game of hockey. Local-area children and hockey players will be afforded the opportunity to discover hockey by attending Cyclones games through group or team outings as well as school visits.
The Cyclones along with local youth hockey organizations will continue to work in conjunction to ensure that as many children will be helped by the Cincinnati Cyclones Foundation as possible, and more information will be released in the coming weeks and months as to next steps in this ongoing process.
