How can I play in the Beantown Summer Classic?
Our scouts begin their selection process at the beginning of each season after Labor Day and continue through the end of the season, as well as Spring/Summer tournaments. Names are then submitted for invitations throughout the course of a few months prior to the Beantown Summer Classic. However, there are tryout opportunities for both divisions for the Beantown Summer Classic. 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.

Are their tryouts for the Beantown Spring Classic?
Yes! There are tryouts for the Pro and Future's Divisions. The tryout schedule can be found on our website at www.beantownclassic.com.

How do I sign up for tryouts?
You can download an application (88.1kb .pdf) online and mail it with payment in full to:

Beantown Classic
P.O. Box 2100
Framingham, MA 01703
OR
Fax it with a Credit Card Payment Authorization Form to 508.820.1643

Can I sign up for tryouts at the door?
We do accept applications at the door but if a session is full we would not be able to guarantee a tryout spot.

Do your tryout sessions fill up?
Yes. Goalie spots especially fill up quickly. That is why it is important to submit your application as soon as possible to guarantee a spot.

How many players are picked from tryouts?
One complete team is picked from tryouts for the Draft Division and all teams are chosen for the Future's Division.

How are we notified of making the tournament from tryouts?
For those tryouts that are held at least one month prior to the tournament you will receive notification via mail. For those tryout sessions the weekend before the tournament those players who have made it into the tournament will have their names posted on the website at www.beantownclassic.com. If for some reason the website is down, you may email info@beantownclassic.com or call 508.820.1600 and a staff member will be able to assist you.

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

How are the divisions separated?
The divisions are age-based. Currently the Pro Division are players with '89-'92 birth years, the Future's Division are '92-'94 birth years and the Prospect's Divisions which are '94-'95 and '96-'97. Girls Divison will be liglable for all Girls playing in High School the following fall.

How many teams are chosen?
There are eight teams for the Pro Division, six for the Future's Division, two teams at both age groups in the Prospect's Division and six for the Girls Divsion.

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

How many games are played?
Pro Division players will have a practice, then play four Pro Divsion games with playoffs and Future's Division players will play three games with playoffs. Prospect's will play three games while the Girls will play a minimum of four 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 Authorization Form 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 for the Beantown Summer are provided to the player for the weekend. The jerseys are returned at the end of the tournament. If a player does not return their jersey they will be charged $125 for 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 Summer Classic?
You will first register and check in. You will then receive your jersey and socks. Some time during the check in process you will be provided a NHL questionnaire to be completed and returned to the NHL's central scouting scout when the weigh-ins are done. Specific information will be given to you at the registration desk. Picture instructions will also be provided at the desk.
*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 150 scouts attend the Beantown Summer Classic. The scouts come from Midget, Juniors (EJHL, USHL and Major Junior), Div 1 and 3 colleges, and every NHL team.