The Latest Minor Hockey News
January 9, 2011
Please read the following in regards to the new body checking regulations:
"Clarification of OHF Body Checking Motion
Monday, May 16, 2011
Richmond Hill, ON: - The Ontario Hockey Federation`s [OHF] Minor Council met on Friday April 29th to discuss the minor programs and among the topics was body checking in recreational hockey.
The OHF Minor Council endorsed the following motion:
Effective the 2011 - 2012 season body checking will be removed from all age divisions of House League and House League Select hockey.
The OMHA wishes to clarify that the OHF ruling does not affect Local League hockey within the OMHA. The ruling applies to House League and Rostered Select only and will not impact current regulations for Local League.
Local League programs can continue as in the past, and the decision to include body checking in Local League programming remains that of the local membership of your association.
The OMHA seeks to provide programming to achieve objectives consistent with Hockey Canada’s Long Term Player Development [LTPD] model, and provide players with opportunities within the recreational stream of hockey best suited to their development. With this in mind, the OMHA will endeavour, through consultation with all stakeholders, to provide opportunities to support the player at each stage in their development."
This decision will not affect any of the Otonabee Minor Hockey Teams. The Rep "A" and Leo-league "B" teams that had contact last year will once again have body contact this season as well.
If you have any questions please email us or contact one of your executive menbers for clarification.
June 15,
2011 Season Registration rates to stay the same as 2010!
We are pleaee to annouce there will be not rate increase for the upcoming season...
The fee structure for the 2011-2012 season is as follows;
Junior Tyke: $375.00
Senior Tyke: $475.00
Novice: $475.00
Atom: $560.00
Peewee: $560.00
Bantam: $560.00
Midget: $560.00
Juvenile to be determined, depending on registration numbers
June 13, 2010
Clarification of OHF Body Checking Motion
Monday, May 16, 2011
Richmond Hill, ON: - The Ontario Hockey Federation`s [OHF] Minor Council met on Friday April 29th to discuss the minor programs and among the topics was body checking in recreational hockey.
The OHF Minor Council endorsed the following motion:
Effective the 2011 - 2012 season body checking will be removed from all age divisions of House League and House League Select hockey.
The OMHA wishes to clarify that the OHF ruling does not affect Local League hockey within the OMHA. The ruling applies to House League and Rostered Select only and will not impact current regulations for Local League.
Local League programs can continue as in the past, and the decision to include body checking in Local League programming remains that of the local membership of your association.
The OMHA seeks to provide programming to achieve objectives consistent with Hockey Canada’s Long Term Player Development [LTPD] model, and provide players with opportunities within the recreational stream of hockey best suited to their development. With this in mind, the OMHA will endeavour, through consultation with all stakeholders, to provide opportunities to support the player at each stage in their development."
This decision will not affect any of the Otonabee Minor Hockey Teams. The Rep "A" and Leo-league "B" teams that had contact last year will once again have body contact this season as well.
If you have any questions please email us or contact one of your executive menbers for clarification.
January 24, 2011
Otonabee Wolves Atoms at the Peterborough Liftlock Atom Tournament
Both our Atom "A" team and Atom "B" team took part in the recent Peterborough tournament. The kids had a great time with The Atom "A"s winning the Consolation Championship in the D division, 2-1 over the Gloucester/Orleans Blues.
The teams, along with our very own Aaron Gilmoure and his father, were featured in a Chex Tv news clip as well as in the Peterborough Examiner. Check out the links below!..We are the Wooolves, the mighty, mighty, Wolves!
September 26, 2010
Juvenile Team Status Update
Folks:
I am sorry to inform all that we will not be hosting a juvenile team this 2010/11 season. We had made the decision as an executive 2 weeks ago after contacting a majority of the Juvenile players that we only had 5 kids that were committed and a few non committals. At this time we contacted Douro to see what their #s were and at the time they had 10 players. After some discussions with Douro we decided to send our players to Douro so that there could be a team that would be able to accommodate both centres.
I was contacted by a mother the other night requesting we try to field a team, and I know through great efforts of hers that there was some progress on that front. The problem is that we as an organization still do not have confirmed commitments from enough players to be assured we will be able to sufficiently field a team. Further to the player #s issue we would have greater issues to overcome that involve the OMHA.
A) We told the OMHA that we would not be fielding a team – and they have already started the scheduling process.
B) We have already granted permission to our players to skate with Douro. If they want to stay there they can, albeit through an appeal process, and that will just cause relationship issues within our own community and Douro’s.
C) We had committed to Douro to sent players their way, and this is why they filed for a team. If we pull back our players, Douro will not have enough players to filed a viable team as they would be down around the 11-12 player range.
With all this said, it really comes down to a very simple fact. We had to make decisions that were tough with the information that we had available to us at the time. After spring registration, August registration, the ability to register on line, and our last resort of calling the players, we had to make the decision we did.
I apologise to any and all players that want to play here, that are not going to be able to this season.
I hope that next year we can get registration commitments earlier so we can avoid this situation.
Best Regards
Chris Brown
September 14, 2010
Presidents Message
Hello folks and welcome to the 2010 – 2011 Otonabee Minor Hockey Association season. As an executive we have worked hard to get the season rolling and it is right around the corner as I write this.
We will again be having fundraising events throughout the season to help with the skill development of our membership and to help build more community within our organization.
Again, I just want all to remember that the executive is here as always to work for you and with you. Having said that, I must ask that if you have any concerns that need to be addressed that you do not take it upon yourself to contact anyone from the OMHA directly. Please direct all concerns via email to Luke Weirdsma and myself and we will make sure it gets to the proper personal within the OMHA. We ask this so that our organization represents itself in a professional manner and that we follow the protocols that are set out within the OMHA to resolve questions or concerns.
Thanks in Advance
Chris Brown
President
Otonabee minor Hockey
May 14, 2010
New Hockey Fee Structure for 2010-2011
The registration costs for the upcoming season have been set. Due to an increase in cost to the organization for ice time rental, and the additional cost of the HST on registration fees, the Otonabee Minor Hockey Executive have had to increase the fees accordingly.
The fee structure for the 2010-2011 season is as follows;
Junior Tyke: $375.00
Senior Tyke: $475.00
Novice: $475.00
Atom: $560.00
Peewee: $560.00
Bantam: $560.00
Midget: $560.00
Juvenile to be determined, depending on registration numbers. The above costs include the HST.
For a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with registration please go here.
May 12, 2010
AGM Meeting and new Executive Members
The Otonabee Minor Hockey Executive held their Annual General Meeting May 12, 2010. The years events were reviewed and new members to the executive were voted in. We would like to welcome Rob Crowley, who takes on the registrar role, and Aaron Gilmoure who will now be our new coaches convener for the upcoming season.
Anyone wishing to come aboard and help out is welcome to. We will be seeking people to help organize events throughout the year. Contact any executive member if you are interested in putting your name foward to help out.
March 12, 2010
Canadian Tire Pit Stop/Hiawatha First Nation Midget "B" Win Leo League
The Canadian Tire Pit Stop/ Hiawatha First Nation Midget Wolves won the LEO League Midget Championship Thursday in Millbrook. The series was a best of three and the Wolves lost the first game in Millbrook 3-1.
The team faced elimination on Tuesday night in Keene, but came up with a thrilling 2-1 victory to take the series to a deciding game in Millbrook . The Wolves dominated the game from start to finish and shut down Millbrook by a score of 2-0 on goals by Aaron Brown and Will Hughes.
Dustin Wesenberg shut out Millbrook and faced a late flurry of shots as Millbrook tried to get back into the game. Millbrook were the defending LEO League Midget Champions and were undefeated through the league and playoff rounds until they came up against the Wolves when it counted. Congratulations to the entire team who showed great determination and perseverance in winning this championship.
Congratulations to the boys and all the coaching staff on a job well done!
March 5, 2010
Canadian Tire Pit Stop/Hiawatha First Nation Midget "B" News
The Midget B team finished in second place during the round-robin portion of the LEO League playoffs. They will now play Millbrook in a best 2 of 3 for the League Championship. The home game in the series is scheduled for Tuesday March 9th @7pm. Lets get out and support the team!!
February 19, 2010
Novice “A” Win Inaugural Tournament
The Elmhirst's Resort/ Keene Lions Club Novice A shutout Lindsay 5-0 in the championship game. The PCCHL Under The Lock Tournament was the first ever tournament on the Canal on Hockey Day In Peterborough. The Players played excellent in cold conditions of -17 and -21. A Special thanks to the Parents and Coaches for helping
keep everyone warm.
February 16, 2009
Playoff Updates
The Peewees and Midgets are still in the playoff hunt!
Friday February 19th sees the Peewees face Woodville, in Woodville, in the semi-finals first game. While the Midgets are leading 2-1 in a best 3 of 5 series against Bobcaygeon. Next game Friday the 19th in Bobcaygeon.
For the official OMHA score updates and playoff schedules click here for Peewee, here for Midgets.
February 3, 2010
Playoff Updates
The Midget "A"'s won their series 3-0 with a 6-3 victory over Stone Mills last night.
Coach Chris Brown says "Congratulations to a job well done so far to the boys. Their hard work and discipline has paid off so far."
Off to the next round now..
February 2, 2010
Playoff Updates
The following is the latest news in regards to playoff team status. If there are any errors or corrections please alert us at webmaster@otonabeewolves.com
Novices - have lost out, moving to second season, no games scheduled as of yet.
Atoms - have won their series against Colborne. Currently, negotiating the next series games against Center Hastings.
Peewees - are up 2 games to 0 against Colborne. Next game is this Saturday, February 6, 2010 in Keene at 2:30. They won their first game here this past Saturday 10-2, and their second game Sunday in Colborne 6-3. Best of 7 for the peewees.
Bantams defeated Stone Mills 3 games to 0. Next series starts Saturday, February 6 @ 4:00 pm in Keene vs Deseronto.
Midgets are playing Stone Mills. They won their first game in Stone Mills this past Sat 5-4. And they won their second game at home on Sunday 5-1. They play in Keene at 8:30, Tuesday Feb. 2, 2010 (tonight!) and could wrap up the series.
Juveniles are playing Norwood. Lost the first game Saturday 7-1 in Norwood. They lost last night in Keene 5-2. Next game is Wednesday February, 3 2010 at 9:30 p.m.in Norwood.
Thanks Luke for the updates!!
January 18, 2010
Otonabee Wolves Atom A Liftlock Atom Tournament “D” Champions
The Geo-logic/Patterson Building Group & Ian Edwards Electric Atom A Otonabee Wolves recently participated in the Peterborough Liftlock Atom Tournament winning the “D” Championship.
In the first game, Otonabee defeated the Uxbridge Stars 7-0. Scoring for Otonabee was Jordan Brown 2, Adam Sanderson, Alex Zajac, Cam Howard, Brady Osborne and Brent Patterson. Assists went to Brady Osborne 3, Brady Paudash, Adam Sanderson, Brent Patterson and Charles Cowie.
In the second game, Otonabee defeated the Nepean Raiders 3-1. Scoring for Otonabee was Jordan Brown, Cam Howard and Brent Patterson. Assists to Charles Cowie 2.
In the third game, Otonabee defeated the Stittsville Rams 6-1. Scoring for Otonabee was Jordan Brown 2, Adam Sanderson, Brent Patterson, Carter Scott and Brady Osborne. Assists went to Jordan Brown and Brady Osborne.
In the semi finals, Otonabee defeated the Ottawa Sting Killer B’s 4-0. Scoring for Otonabee was Brent Patterson 2, Carter Scott and Adam Sanderson. Assists went to Gavin Bartlett, Jamie McConnell and Carter Scott.
In the “D” Championship final, Otonabee defeated the Stittsville Rams 5-4. Scoring for Otonabee was Jordan Brown 2, Brent Patterson 2 and Brady Osborne. Assists went to Jordan Brown 2, Carter Scott, Jamie McConnell and Brady Osborne.
Keegan Edwards was amazing in net for the whole tournament earning two shutouts.
December 3, 2009
Shop Wolf Wear Online
We have added an online catalogue of branded merchandise for our members to purchase. Show your true "Wolves" colour and purchase a coat, hat or other wear! In the future we would like to be able to add items to our line, so, if you have any suggestions let us know! And remember all prices include taxes
November 30, 2009
New Team Training Room Equipment
As you may or may not know, we have purchased some small exercise equipment (Mats, Skipping Ropes, Yoga balls, Weight Balls, etc) with some of the money raised from the raffle last year for the training room which is located beside the dressing rooms.
We are encouraging teams to use the equipment, with the following rules:
- Players have to be supervised by members of the coaching staff at all times.
- No horse play & be careful of the glass cabinets
- Respect the room & the equipment.
- Ensure players are using equipment properly so we have no injuries.
- Put everything back the same way you got it.
- NO equipment is to leave the room at anytime.
- Clean up garbage.
- NO food in the room.
We are very fortunate to be able to use this room and have assured the arena staff that we will look after it.
It is our responsibility to ensure these rules are met and hopefully we can all work together to make this successful amongst our teams & organization and it will only grow to a bigger and better training room!
We don’t want this privilege to be taken away from us, so please pass along this information to your team.
Keep up the great work!
November 2, 2009
New Team Pages added to Website!
In order to get more team specific information on our website, we are encouraging every team to submit their team coaching staff names and player names/sweater numbers for the website. Each team now has its own page located under the teams tab on the main nav bar.
Also, please forward your jersey sponsor(s), home and away, to be included as well. For reference please check out the Atom page.
For more information contact Joanne Osborne, or send info in an unformatted text file to: webmaster@otonabeewolves.com.
OMHA Fair Play Handshake Policy Changes in View of H1N1 Concerns
The OMHA has revised the Fair Play Policy, due to H1N1 concerns, and removes the traditional handshake between officials and coaching staff prior to a games start. Read more here.
November 1, 2009
Hockey Canada H1N1 Recommendations
Due to the increasing concerns regarding the H1N1 Flu and how it affects organizations such as Otonabee Minor Hockey and its players, Hockey Canada has posted an alert concerning proper procedures to follow. Click this link to read the full document
August 24, 2009
2009 Warm Up Hockey Camp
There is a hockey camp August 31 to Sept 4, 2009 at the Kinsmen Centre in Peterborough. The camp is being run by Scary Skate, EHC Elite Hockey Consultants, and Mark Wainman Goalie School. Might be a good chance to get some pre-season skating in! Click here for details, or contact Craig Field at 741-0606.
July 7, 2009
Online Registration Now Here!
In an effort to streamline our registration process and get a little further into the web-based world we have made another option available to our members.
Otonabee Minor Hockey has joined the Hockey Canada Registration program of the OMHA. New registrants will still need to contact our registrar; however, our returning players/members can now click the “Register Online” link on this website and will be taken directly to the HCR registry website. Here, upon your first visit, you will be required to set up an account using your email address. Once your account is active, use your login info to register your child on the system.
It is important to note that the “Contact Information” used to register will be the information used to print out and send tax credit receipts. Your login and basic registration will be used to “look up” your child’s information which is already in the system database. Then simply follow the instructions to complete the registration process. Following your registration please mail or drop off payment to Otonabee Minor Hockey.
July 5, 2009
Coaching Selections for the 2009-2010 Season
Congratulations to the coaches selected for this season, also, a very special thanks to all who put their names forth for consideration. To all coaches, be sure to have your team staff list complete and assure that all appropriate certificates and courses required are completed and/or up to date prior to tryouts. Our "Rep" team coaches for the upcoming season are as follows:
- Juvenile: Kevin Lackey
- Midget: Chris Brown
- Bantam: Wayne Manley
- Peewee: Rick Patterson
- Atom: Kirk Edwards
- Novice: Greg Elmhirst
July 2, 2009
Bantam Champs
Our Bantam “A” Champs have been honoured by their inclusion in the OMHA 75th Anniversary Annual General Meeting Book along with all other 2008-09 champs. Hopefully this is the start of a trend for the Otonabee Wolves! Way to go boys!
June 29, 2009
Coach Certifications
All coaches and staff must be fully certified before getting behind the bench this season. The OMHA has declared that there will no longer be "pending" certification allowed. Please be sure you are fully qualified and up to date. Check your card date! Check here for the latest clinic schedule. Approved coaches and trainers will be reimbursed for the clinic cost by Otonabee Minor Hockey upon producing a “paid in full” receipt for the course.
Take Notice
Coaches Ceritfication
Coaches must be certified before going on the bench this season!
Coaching Clinics
Check the OMHA website for a clinic near you. Click here.
Register Now for 2010/11
Details here