AA U18 Airdrie
Lightning Team Page

About the AA U18 Airdrie Lightning

Welcome to the dynamic world of the AA Program within the Airdrie Elite Hockey Committee, where young athletes aged 9 to 17 discover their potential on the ice while building a foundation for lifelong success. Our AA teams—compete in the Alberta Elite Hockey League (AEHL) at the AA level—offering a perfect blend of competitive edge and developmental focus. We’re not chasing glory alone; we’re nurturing well-rounded players who thrive in every arena of life.

Within the Airdrie Elite Hockey Committee, the AA Program emphasizes skill mastery through progressive training. Our certified coaches, many with backgrounds in higher-level play, design sessions that sharpen fundamentals all while keeping fun at the forefront. Practices incorporate innovative drills, video analysis, and guest sessions from skills coaches ensuring players evolve to the next step in their hockey journeys. In the 2024-25 season, our AA squads notched impressive league finishes, with several players advancing to AAA and earning all-star nods.

What sets our program apart is its commitment to holistic growth. The Airdrie Elite Hockey Committee AA Program isn’t just about wins—it’s about creating hockey families and inspiring passion.Parents, players, and fans: Connect with us for tryout info, game schedules, and volunteer roles.

2025-2026 Team Photo

Back Row: Ethan King, Owen Campbell, Noah Caines, Cecil Weum, Myles Stevenson, Tirus Cooke, Zachary Harder

Middle Row: Joel Freer (AC), Luke Lytle, Noah Ewert, Marcus Simpson, Bo Swendsen, Max Hall Chay, Jaxon Freeman, Caysen Desrosiers, Cooper Visser (AC), Rahmah Araim (Trainer)

Front Row: Roan Kolisnek, Braeden Simpson, Jett Fedoruk, Eric Dunford (HC), Seth Vincent, Griffin Ruby, Kelly Campbell (Mgr)

2025-2026 Lightning Player Roster & Profiles

Manager - Kelly Campbell

Contact Kelly - u18aamanager@airdriehockey.com

U18 AA Director - Leif Hanson

Contact Leif- aadirector2@airdriehockey.com


#2 Declan Johnstone

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#5 Owen Campbell

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#7 Zachary Harder

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#10 Jett Fedoruk

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#12 Marcus Simpson

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#14 Seth Vincent

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#16 Ethan King

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#18 Caysen Desrosiers

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#20 Noah Caines

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#29 Roan Kolisnek

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Head Coach - Eric Dunford

#1 Griffin Ruby

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#4 Luke Lytle

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#6 Max Hall Chay

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#9 Jaxon Freeman

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#11 Myles Stevenson

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#13 Braeden Simpson

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#15 Cecil Weum

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#17 Bo Svendsen

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#19 Noah Ewert

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#21 Tirus Cooke

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Assistant Coach - Cooper Visser

Assistant Coach - Joel Freer


What does it take to be on

the Airdrie Lightning?

Lacing up for the Airdrie Lightning demands a fierce passion for hockey that electrifies any arena! It takes unwavering dedication as you hit the rink for intense training sessions on the ice where you sharpen skills including skating, puck control, and strategic plays under the tutelage of seasoned coaches, while you commit to an off ice dryland program along with video sessions. Physical prowess is essential as you're enduring grueling drills that forge endurance, speed, and strength for AA-level battles in the Alberta Elite Hockey League.

Beyond the boards we nurture good human beings who understand that resilience turns setbacks into comebacks. We foster a team-oriented spirit that unites players, and community pride that fuels Airdrie's hockey heartbeat. Stock up on sticks, skates, and helmets, and begin the registration process at How to Register for an Elite Team — AEHC - Airdrie Elite Hockey Committee, and strike like lightning!

Contact the team Manager - u18aamanager@airdriehockey.com for more information.