Salmon Arm, B.C. – Join the Silverbacks family as a billet! The Silverbacks are actively looking for billet families for the 2025/26 season.
Some players spend just a week or two in Salmon Arm, but others spend an entire season with the team. No matter the situation, players need a place to call home while they are representing the city as members of the Silverbacks organization.
Each year, the Silverbacks have as many as 26 players on their roster at a time coming in to play for the team need a home to stay in.
Players spend a lot of time at the rink, in the community volunteering, and on the road for a number of road trips. Some of these players will be taking classes at Salmon Arm secondary, the college, or online. With the BCHL being a road to the NCAA, academics are extremely important to both the players and coaches.
BILLET BENEFITS:
- Paid Monthly
- Unique chance to meet players from across North America and have an inside look at their hockey playing careers.
- Role models in the house for any children
- FREE season tickets
What Makes a Good Billet:
A patient and supportive family!
Living away from family potentially for the first time can be a big change for a player. A good billet understands that each player is different and will come from a different home environment.
Communication is vital so players know what is expected of them, and billets know what the players need so both parties can have a great experience. When you both have free time, take the time to get to know your player. The more he feels a part of your family, the easier the transition will be moving away from home.
What a Billet Family Provides:
- A private bedroom and closet
- Nutritious meals
- A friendly, welcoming, and healthy home atmosphere
- A safe place for the player to take a break from his every day life trying to achieve his goals
For more information email billeting@sasilverbacks.com.
