Playing Up - Is when a player of a younger division joins a team with players in an older division on a full-time basis, becoming a rostered player for the older division team.
This is not a common occurrence and is case by case basis. The final determination is made by committee and coach consultations, feedback, and a strong desire to ensure the best possible hockey experience for all NMHA members, not just the players being considered.
No NMHA player in U9 - U13 may attend try outs for other divisions other than their own. For U15 - U18 divisions, the higher-division coaches may make a request to the Competitive Committee, seeking permission to have a younger player come to their tryouts.
Permission will only be granted by the Competitive Committee on an exceptional basis, after consulting the President of the NMHA and the Technical Director.