How can I play in the Beantown Spring Classic?
All players are selected on an INVITE ONLY to the Beantown Spring Classic. Our scouts begin their selection process at the beginning of each season after Labor Day. Then after the holidays a list of over 240 names for the Draft and 130 for the Pre Draft are submitted and then reviewed by the scouts/staff. The first group of players selected are those players who:
  1) Are on the NHL central scouting mid season rankings
  2) That have made a D-1 college commitment
  3) That have had D-1 college scholarship offers but have yet to make a choice yet.
  4) Do not fall into one of the first three criteria but have been dynamic during the winter season.

Names are then given to the Beantown staff and invitation letters are sent out in late January/early February. Scouting for the remaining names is ongoing through mid-end of February and the final lists for the Draft division are then sent out. The Pre Draft are sent out by mid February. Interested players can submit their interest and general information to the Beantown Classic general email at info@beantownclassic.com. Your information and interest will then be forwarded to the scouts.

Who coaches the teams?
A current NHL scout coaches each team.

Are their tryouts for the Beantown Spring Classic?
No, there are only tryouts for the Beantown Summer Classic

How are the divisions separated?
The divisions are age-based. Currently the Draft Division are players with '86-'88 birth years and the Pre Draft Division are '91-'89 birth years.

Can a Pre Draft level player play in the Draft Division?
No.

How many teams are chosen?
There are four teams for each division.

How many players are on each team?
10 Forwards, 6 Defenseman, 2 goalies

How many games are played?
Each team has a showcase game against the other three teams for a total of 3 games.

How long are the games?
The games consist of two 25 minute periods

What do I do if I am invited?
There are two options:
1. If you plan on attending your paperwork (Player Profile) and payment must be received as soon as possible to hold your spot.

You may mail it to:
Beantown Classic
P.O. Box 2100
Framingham, MA 01703
OR
Fax it with a credit card payment to 508.820.1643

2. If you are unable to attend you must notify the office at 508.820.1600 or email at info@beantownclassic.com in order for other players to have an opportunity to play.

If I am unable to attend will I still have an opportunity to be invited again?
Yes. We understand there can be personal conflicts that may hinder a player from coming to the Classic.

If I notice on the schedule that I could play but only if I am on a specific team is it possible to be on that schedule in order for me to attend?
Although we can not promise that we can accommodate everyone's request. If a request is put in early enough we make every attempt possible to help you participate in the Classic.

Will the schedule change?
We make every attempt not to make changes to the schedule, however sometimes things happen that are out of our control and changes are made. It is important to monitor the website at www.beantownclassic.com for updates. We will send emails as well. Please be sure your email address is legible in order to receive these important updates.

Are jersey's provided?
Jersey's are provided to all players with your names on the back of the jersey. You will be able to keep the jersey.

How do the scouts know my number and information once I am at the Beantown Spring Classic?
Your information from your Player Profile is used in the Beantown program along with the team and jersey number assigned to you. Please be sure to complete your Player Profile in order to have your most up to date information for the scouts.

What if there is an error in the program and/or the number on my jersey?
When you register your jersey given to you will be compared to the information in the program. If there are any discrepancies, a memo is given to all the scouts with the accurate information.

What do I do when I get to the Beantown Spring Classic?
You will first register and check in. You will then receive your jersey.
*PLEASE NOTE: You will only be able to participate and receive your jersey if you have paid in full.

Is there a fee for admission?
Yes. Pricing may vary but weekend and daily passes are available at the registration desk.

Are there many scouts that attend? And where are they from?
Over 100 scouts attend the Beantown Spring Classic. The scouts come from Midget teams, Prep schools, Div 1 and 3 colleges, EJHL, USHL and the NHL.