Benczik Kavanagh, U13 (2013 & 2012), HL (Whitchurch Stouffville Minor Hockey Association)

Coaching Applications are now open for U8 - U18 teams for the 2025 - 2026 season.  The WSMHA invites all interested parties to submit a coaching application for a U8 - U18 coaching position. The deadline is January 15, 2025.  2025 - 2026 U8 - U18 Coaches Application

The use of after-market tints or face protectors with tints are not approved by Bauer, CCM or Warrior. These manufacturers have contacted Hockey Canada to indicate that the utilization of these products voids the CSA certification on their equipment. The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) has also confirmed that these products do not have CSA certification. 

The OMHA is pleased to announce its Virtual Coach Professional Development Series, with presentations facilitated by OMHA NCCP and special guest presenters, which will provide Coaches virtual learning opportunities to enhance their skill sets. The clinics, commencing November 16, will be presented every month and will feature multiple topics aimed at providing Coaches the opportunity to enhance their skill set in an online learning environment. Coaches will receive 3 Professional Development (PD) points towards their NCCP Certification Maintenance per clinic as part of their ...

On December 17, 2024, the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) introduced a transformative change to the player movement policy. Starting next season, all players U10 and above will be able to play for any team in Ontario, across all levels (AAA, AA, A). This policy opens new opportunities but also presents challenges, especially for associations like ours that prioritize local development and community hockey. 

Whitchurch-Stouffville children and teens who don’t know how to skate can learn free of charge beginning in January, thanks to ongoing efforts from the Kids First Fund which is sponsored by many generous donations from local families and the Whitchurch-Stouffville Legacy Fund and supported by Hockey Canada.