Information about the start of hockey.....
Each year as the hockey season starts, we often get questions and comments....and un-certainty around what to expect.
We will attempt to explain here what the return to play will look like.
1. September ice times are NOT considered to be the start of the season, but are a start to our return to hockey....it is during September that the association will offer "Hockey School"....an opportunity for players to get back on the ice....do some skating, work on some skills....and IF the player will be trying out for Representative Hockey.....spend some time and effort preparing for try out. There is a fee for hockey school as this is considered "bonus" ice time. While some age groups may be able to participate in "on ice" times while hockey school is ongoing to use ice times we have under contract....not all players will be on ice in early September, and as such, we strongly recommend enrolment in Hockey School for all players....especially those trying out....to help prepare.
2. Following hockey school, you will start to see ice times designated by age/division and name groupings....these once again are a return to play.....they are not practices or try outs....they are an opportunity for players to shake off the summer cob webs....these are open to all players registered in the age division.....
3. OMHA/Rep tryouts will happen....exact timing and scheduling is being finalised now.
4. Simultaneous with the above, the association will be making final determinations on how many teams we will be hosting at each age/division.....and determining coaching for these teams....sometimes this is straight forward....and other years it can not be fully determined until AFTER representative team try outs are complete.
5. Once OMHA teams are set....then we can begin to determine our Local League team make up.....at which time parent/players will hear from their coach....and Team practices will begin. This is when the "season" actually starts to take shape....the Hockey Season does not actually start until we are in October.....usually around Thanksgiving.
6. Until teams are finally set.....the schedule will be somewhat FLUID....and subject to change.....we encourage you to check the website and schedule regularly....so as not to miss on ice opportunities for your player.
Should you have any questions about the upcoming season, please do not hesitate to contact me at
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