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Let’s Learn Hockey Program hosted by UMHA
John Archibald, President, Minor Hockey Foundation Ontario (MHFO), is pleased to announce that the Foundation’s premier event, the Let’s Learn Hockey Program, will be held in the Angus Glen Community Centre at Markham on Saturday, May 5, 2012.
The event is being staged in conjunction with Unionville Minor Hockey Association (UMHA) and the co-operation of that group has been outstanding according to Archibald.
The program each year provides approximately 36 children, ages 7 to 12 years, who have been nominated by regional Children’s Aid Societies, as well as Big Brothers/Big Sisters and the local minor hockey associations with an opportunity to participate.
The Let’s Learn Hockey Program provides a one day hockey orientation experience for each child, a complete set of new hockey equipment, skates to helmet, and sponsors the child in the local house-league program by subsidizing the registration fees for the current season.
“We have been a huge supporter of the Foundation for a number of years,” said Lisa McConnell, on behalf of the UMHA. “When we heard we had a chance to host the Let's Learn Hockey Orientation Camp in May, we jumped right on it. The whole Association is behind this event and the support from the Town of Markham, Hockey with Heart, local businesses and Association members has been tremendous.”
The Let’s Learn Hockey Program is now in its 10th year and has been very favourably accepted by the minor hockey associations across Ontario.
For more information about the Minor Hockey Foundation Ontario and the Let’s Learn Hockey Program, please go to http://www.hockeyfoundation.ca.
UMHA News Shorts
- Tryouts for all other Unionville Jets select teams will take place in September.
- Coach applications for all other Unionville Jets select teams are being accepted until April 30th.
- House League registration begins soon. Please register before June 30th for best rate! Read more.
Tyke C/Mite Jets:
York Simcoe Championship Finalists!
UMHA Jets Highlighted on OMHA Website!
February 25, 2012
The Atom Jets have enjoyed a super-successful season so far, and it’s not over yet. The Jets earned a first place finish in Tier 2 of the North York Hockey League in the Fall Season with an impressive 8-1-1 record. Based on this strong performance, the Jets were moved up to Tier 1 to start the Winter Season, in January 2012. The team just finished the last game of Winter League play and is awaiting the start of the playoffs.
The Atom Jets have also been busy on the local tournament circuit, winning two consecutive tournament championships in Ajax and Scrarborough. Read about the Ajax Tournament win and read about the Scarborough Tournament win.
Congratulations to the Atom Jets’ players and coaching staff!
Head Contact Rule
October 1, 2011
The new Head Contact Rule was unanimously approved at Hockey Canada̵s 2011 annual general meeting, held in May. The new rule calls for zero tolerance on any head contact in minor hockey and will come into effect immediately for the 2011-2012 season. The rule changes, combined with education, awareness, strong player development and respect for the game, will reduce injuries such as concussions and help to keep the game fun for all.
Jets Coach Application
February 6, 2012
To apply for a coaching position with the Unionville Jets, a select level development hockey program offered by the Unionville Minor Hockey Association, please complete the Coach Application.
The coaching application deadline for the Unionville Jets Tyke A select team is February 28th. The coaching application deadline for all other Unionville Jets teams, including Tyke B and Tyke C is April 30th for the upcoming select season that starts in the fall.
Download the coach application cover letter for details.
Boston Pizza Partnership
November 15, 2011
The UMHA has entered into a partnership with Boston Pizza located at 2910 Major Mackenzie Drive East, Markham – just down the road from Angus Glen Community Centre. There is now a receipt box in the restaurant. So when you enjoy lunch or dinner at this Boston Pizza location, please deposit your receipt in the UMHA box. The UMHA will receive ten percent of sales of food items for the season. Thank you for supporting the UMHA!
