Niagara Jr. Cataracts

04/01/2026

03/31/2026

🚨 TONIGHT🚨

03/27/2026

🔥 NIAGARA JR CATARACTS TRYOUTS 🔥

It’s go time! 💥 Join us next Tuesday & Wednesday (March 31st & April 1st) and show what you’ve got on the ice.

🗓 Tryout Schedule:
• Bantam Minor (2013): 6:00 PM
• Bantam Major (2012): 6:30 PM
• Midget Minor (15U): 7:00 PM
• 16U TB: 7:30 PM
• 18U TB: 8:10 PM

This is your chance to compete, develop, and be part of something special. Bring your energy, compete hard, and leave it all on the ice. 💪❄️

03/15/2026

🏒💥 Niagara Jr Cataracts 16U Tournament Bound Tryouts 💥🏒

Think you have what it takes to compete at the next level? The Niagara Jr Cataracts are looking for dedicated players ready to battle and represent! 🌊🥅

📅 March 31 | ⏰ 7:30–8:30 PM
📅 April 1 | ⏰ 7:30–8:30 PM

📲 Register using the link in the comments!

For more information contact:
📞 Head Coach Justin Schoen — 716.713.0699

03/13/2026

🚨 COACHES ANNOUNCED; REGISTRATION IN COMMENTS🚨

The Niagara Jr. Cataracts are proud to introduce our 2026–2027 Coaching Staff 🏒

This group brings experience, passion, and a commitment to developing players while continuing to build a strong Cataracts culture.

Bantam Minor 2013 – NTB Team 1
Jimmy Thomas – Head Coach

Bantam Minor 2013 – NTB Team 2
Cal Frost-LaChiusa – Head Coach

Bantam Major 2012 – TB
Ryan Edwards – Head Coach
Matt McCune – Assistant Coach

Midget Minor 15U – Team 1
Andrew Logar – Head Coach
Matt Canada – Assistant Coach
Jay Hill – Skills Coach

Midget Minor 15U – Team 2
Mike Borowiak Jr – Head Coach
Anthony Leone Jr – Assistant Coach
Kurt Lalewicz – Assistant Coach

16U – TB
Justin Schoen – Head Coach
Tucker Schoen – Assistant Coach

18U – TB
Nick Watroba – Head Coach
Ian Burt – Goalie Coach

🔥 The future of Cataracts Hockey is bright. We’re excited to get to work.

📣 Stay tuned for more announcements coming soon.

03/10/2026

🚨 Stay Tuned, Cataracts Nation! 🌊🏒

Big things are coming for Niagara Jr Cataracts Hockey. Our older team announcements and tryout information will be dropping very soon. 👀

We’re building something special and can’t wait to share what’s next.

Stay tuned… the next wave is coming. 🌊💪

03/07/2026

🚨 TEAM ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

We are excited to announce the inaugural season of the 12U Tournament Bound Niagara Jr Cataracts! 🌊🏒

This talented group of players is ready to get to work. Throughout the offseason they will be training, competing, and building the chemistry it takes to represent the Cataracts with pride next season. The energy, dedication, and love for the game in this group is special and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish TOGETHER.

The future of Cataracts hockey is bright! 💙💛

Please help us congratulate our Niagara Jr Cataracts 12U Tournament Bound Team:

• Kingston A
• Luke B
• Rusty B
• Jonathon C
• Everett J
• Gavin L
• Bernadette M
• Joey M
• Dominic M
• Liam O
• Runehakwahst P
• Nico R
• Joey R
• Zak R
• Enzo T

Head Coach: Nick Ruffolo
Assistants: Josh Lundquist, Bill Rutkowski, Dan Costa
Team Clinician: Jason Hill, Hills Hockey Development
Manager: Justin Tedesco

💪 Work starts now.
🌊 Built by the Falls.
🏒 Let’s go Cataracts!

03/04/2026

🏒💙💛 NIAGARA JR CATARACTS – DAY 1 TRYOUTS COMPLETE! 💛💙🏒

What a GREAT first day of tryouts for our organization! Our coaches were impressed, and the future is bright in blue & gold.

Teams are filling up fast and most rosters are nearly complete…

If you’re still looking for a home, we have LIMITED spots remaining in the following:

🔹 Mite Development Program (716-807-9579)
🔹 Sq**rt 10U (716-730-9660)
🔹 Peewee (Non-Tournament Bound) (716) 392-4784
🔹 Peewee Tournament Bound – 2nd Goalie Needed 🥅 (716-471-9421)

If you or someone you know is still searching for the right fit, now is the time to reach out. These final spots won’t last long!

Thank you to all the players and families who came out today. Day 1 is in the books and we’re just getting started.

03/03/2026

🏒💙💛 NIAGARA JR CATARACTS — TRYOUT DAY IS HERE! 💛💙🏒

Today’s the day! We want to welcome all of our athletes and families to tryouts. We’re excited to see you hit the ice!

Most importantly ….have FUN!
Play hard. Compete. Be a great teammate. Support each other. Bring your energy and your passion for the game.

This is your opportunity to showcase your skills, your effort, and your love for hockey. Trust your training, play with confidence, and enjoy every shift.

Let’s make it a great day at the rink!
🏒🔥