Charlottetown Minor Hockey Association
P.O. Box 2343 C1A 8C1 Charlottetown, PE, Canada

Capital District Call for "A" Coaches Capital District, made up of the Associations of Charlottetown and Sherwood, is now accepting applications for coaches for Female A-level teams in U9, U11, U13, U15, and U18 for the 2020-2021 hockey season. Interested applicants should apply to the Capital District Coaching Selection Committee at [email protected]. Applications should include a resume, coaching philosophy, and coaching levels obtained.... The closing date for applications is September 23rd, 2020. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1892575

Register Now - Ice Times Begin on the 14th Registration is open and can be found by clicking here (https://abbies.goalline.ca/register-hub.php). Especially this year, we urge you to register as soon as possible so that we can figure out ice times and groupings that fit into each rink's operational plan. Ice times will be designated to individuals within the groups on a first come first-come, first-served basis, meaning that if you want to make the most out of your registratio...n, you must register immediately. Ice times begin on September 14th. We are holding an in-person registration on Saturday, September 12th from 10:00 AM to noon at the Maplewood room, which is upstairs at the Cody Banks Arena. We strongly encourage people to register online this year to keep numbers in-person low. The Gear Exchange is also taking place on Saturday, September 12th at the Halliwell Consulting office. Please click here for more details (http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1891997). Finally, if you haven't already, please read the message from the CMHA President that was distributed on August 26th (http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1889847) and familiarize yourself with Hockey PEI's Return to Hockey Plan (https://hockeypei.com//Hockey-PEI-Return-To-Play-September). We are currently in Phase 2 of the HPEI plan. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1892319

9th Annual Gear Exchange Day We are unable to hold our Gear Exchange at the Bell Aliant Centre this year due to current social distancing rules. We will be moving the equipment to Halliwell Consulting's office for the 2020-21 season and the gear exchange day will be held this coming Saturday, September 12th from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. If you cannot make it on Saturday, please contact George Halliwell by email and schedule a time to access the gear.... Halliwell Consulting is located at 151 Great George Street on the lower level (at the corner of Kent St. and Great George St.). This equipment is available for all hockey and ringette players on PEI and to anyone that may want to try hockey or ringette, or learn to skate. You do not have to bring gear to get free gear, but you must bring your child. Please share this with friends, family, and colleagues that may need equipment for their kids. If you have questions, please contact George by email at [email protected] or text 902-626-7026. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1891997

U15 Central Attack Tryout Registration Open Please be advised of the upcoming tryouts for the Central Attack U15 AAA Hockey Club. Those attending tryouts will be divided into two groups. An email outlining the groups will be sent prior to the first ice time. The ice times are as follows:... September 19th, Bell Aliant Centre: 1:45 pm Group Black 3:00 pm Group Gold September 20th, Bell Aliant Centre: 5:15 pm Group Black 6:30 pm Group Gold September 21st, Cody Banks Arena, 8:30 pm September 23rd, Cody Banks Arena, 8:30 pm September 24th, Cody Banks Arena, 7:30 pm Please note, additional times may be added and all players must be registered with their respective association to participate. The cost of the tryouts is $50 for five sessions. Payment can be made on the day of the first ice session. All players must pre-register by Monday, September 14th, 2020. To register, please complete this form (https://docs.google.com//1FAIpQLSdVIEBqUpQanQtGex/viewform). Alternatively, you can email the U15 Central Attack at [email protected] with the following information: Player name Date of birth Position Previous team http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1891996

Call for Volunteers for Return to Hockey The Charlottetown Minor Hockey Association is calling for volunteers to enable a smooth return to hockey this season. Volunteers do not need to be otherwise involved in hockey. We require volunteers especially at the beginning of the year (before teams are made) to follow Hockey PEI and the CPHO's screening and contact tracing guidelines. This will involve being at the door of each rink for CMHA ice times and ensuring that all particip...ants are self-screening and recording their information upon entry. Volunteers will likely be required for two to four hour shifts. Without volunteers this year, we will not be able to responsibly return to hockey as an Association. We have had a significant number of people who have already generously volunteered their time; however, the more people we have on the volunteer roster, the smaller each individual's contribution has to be. Please reach out to [email protected] with your name, your child's name, your phone number, and any preference for days/times to become a volunteer! Thank you. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1891534

Call for "A" Coaches CMHA is now accepting applications for "A" coaches. Applications are being accepted for all "A"-levels from U7-U18. Please fill out this form (http://cmhapei.ca/files/cmha_a_coaching_application.pdf) and send to [email protected].... The due date for applications is September 12th, 2020. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1890629

Message from the President - Registration Now Open The Charlottetown Minor Hockey Executive has been meeting all summer trying to develop plans for a safe return to hockey. We know the season didn’t end the way we all wanted and are hopeful for a better year. We are going to follow the guidelines of the CPHO and Hockey PEI’s Return to Hockey plan, which can be found by clicking here (https://hockeypei.com/members/return-to-hockey/). The tentative start date for Phase 1 is Sep...tember 14th. On-ice numbers will follow each arena's individual operational plan. We will be doing contact tracing for our on-ice sessions. From U13 and below, players will be required to come fully dressed and dressing rooms will not be available. U15 and U18 will be able to use dressing rooms but social distancing will be required. All players will be asked to arrive 15 minutes prior to their ice time and to depart 15 minutes following. And as you know, things can change at any moment and we will communicate with you as best we can. Please note that tryouts cannot happen until Phase 2 begins - this is in the Hockey PEI Return to Hockey plan. Our online registration is now open (https://abbies.goalline.ca/register-hub.php) and our in-person registration is Saturday, September 12th from 10:00 AM to noon at the Maplewood room, which is upstairs at the Cody Banks Arena. We strongly encourage people to register online this year to keep numbers in-person low. We are still looking for volunteers to help with the contact tracing and to ensure guidelines are being followed (http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1889454). Without these volunteers, we will not be able to responsibly return to hockey. Thank you to those who have already come forward. Please reach out to Alex MacBain by email ([email protected]) if you can help. Keith Ford, President, CMHA http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1889847

Central Attack AA Coaches Announced The Central Attack Management Committee would like to thank everyone who applied for the Central Attack AA coaching positions. The Committee has selected the following coaches for 2020-2021:... U18 - AA - Dan MacPhee U15 - AA - Paul Camenzuli U13 - AA Team 1 - John McBride U13 - AA Team 2 - Craig Jones We wish the coaches all the best in the upcoming season. Sincerely, Central Attack Management Committee http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1888950

Support the CMHA with Face Masks! Support the Charlottetown Minor Hockey Association with masks featuring team logos, including Abbies, Attack, Cyclones, and Storm! A portion of the proceeds come back to the Charlottetown Minor Hockey Association - click the link here - https://stores.inksoft.com/charlottetown_minor_hocke//home!... http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1887438

Central Attack AAA Coaches Announced Many of our Central Attack teams shared in the disappointment of an abrupt end to the 2019-20 season. While great strides were made in both player and team development, there is a feeling of unfinished business from last season. While we are not quite sure what hockey will look like in the fall, we know we have a committed group of coaches and will be well represented behind the bench. Our slate of AAA coaches for 2020/21 are as follows: U...13 AAA Central Attack is pleased to welcome back returning U13 AAA coaches Ryan Ramsay, Jonathan Arsenault, Ryne MacIsaac, and Noah Laybolt. Development continues to be this group’s focus, and the Central Attack Board is 100% committed to this program. The effort was starting to pay off as the season drew to a close last year. The team was 3-1-1 in its last five games and poised for playoff success when things got shut down. U15 AAA The Major U15 AAA Central Attack will have a familiar face behind the bench as KJ White takes over the head coaching duties along with Chris Silvaggio and Josh Beaton. This will be White’s third consecutive year as part of the coaching staff. This group had another strong year with a repeat title win at the SPUD tournament, and another regular season championship. Unfortunately, what was shaping up to be an epic league championship series with their Eastern PEI rival got cut short. White says his coaching staff is looking forward to playing in a very competitive PEI U15 AAA league this upcoming season. Our team will play a fast-paced, puck-moving style game with a focus on transition and speed in all three zones. We are excited about building our roster and team identity for the 2020-2021 hockey season. U18 AAA The U18 AAA Central Attack is pleased to announce that Morgan Rice and John MacDougall have been named coaches for the 2020-2021 season. Morgan and John are returning after a successful year with this group in which the highlight was a SPUD championship. Prior to this, they had a couple of highly successful seasons with the Bantam AA Central Attack. Their hopes are to continue the progress they made in the last few seasons. Rice said, We are excited to be back. Last season we made progress on and off the ice as a group and look forward to taking the next step this year. We want to build a program and culture that players and parents are proud to be a part of. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1887057

Masks are now available to order online to show your team spirit! The online store can be accessed by clicking here (https://stores.inksoft.com/charlottetown_minor_hocke//home). Masks are available with our four Association logos: Abbies, Attack, Cyclones, and Storm. A variety of colours is available. A portion of the proceeds will be returned to the CMHA. ... http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1886096

Central Attack Call for Coaches Reminder The Central Attack hockey program operates under a memorandum of understanding between the Charlottetown and Sherwood Parkdale Minor Hockey Associations with the goal of offering a high level, competitive program to players in both associations from U13 to U18. In preparation for the 2020-2021 season, expressions of interest are being sought for coaches at the U18 AAA, U18 AA, U15 AAA, U15 AA, U13 AAA and U13 AA levels. The application... form can be found by clicking here (http://cmhapei.ca/files/central_attack_new_file.pdf). Applicants are encouraged to complete the application form in its entirety as well as to identify which team(s) they have interest in being considered for. Completed applications can be emailed to [email protected]. The deadline for applications is July 10, 2020. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. It is anticipated interviews will be completed prior to July 24th, 2020. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1884738

2020 CMHA AGM Important Information Annual General Meeting The 2020 Charlottetown Minor Hockey Association's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place the evening of July 29th at a location to be announced. Attendees will have to pre-register to attend. The deadline for registration is July 19th. A maximum of 100 individuals may attend.... The registration form can be found by clicking here (https://abbies.goalline.ca/register.php?reg_form_id=36453). Individuals must sign in with the player's name, date of birth, and access code, similar to completing season registration. There is a place for the registrant to enter the name(s) of the actual attendee. Executive Nominations Nominations are now being accepted for the following positions on the CMHA Executive: Director of Fundraising and Tournaments/Communications Director of Team Services Director of Officiating Director of Member Services All positions are two-year term positions. Detailed descriptions of each position can be found under the CMHA Constitution (http://cmhapei.ca/files/cmha_constitution_rev_july_2012.pdf). To nominate, please respond to this email or contact [email protected]. Division Coordinator Nominations Nominations are being accepted for Division Coordinators for each division. This is a new position established to ensure a clear line of communication between CMHA members and coordinator to solve team, league, and division issues that may come up throughout the season. Additionally, as the majority of the Executive’s children either have graduated or are graduating from minor hockey, this position is a good way to get involved in the administration of the Association without making a huge commitment. This position is a one-year term position. To nominate, please respond to this email or contact [email protected]. http://cmhapei.ca/news.php?news_id=1884025