Coaching News
Safety Reminders and Check Ins
Dear VMHA Members, As part of our commitment to safety, respect, and player development, please review the following reminders and expectations for all players, coaches, parents, and team staff. Player Equipment All players must wear CSA-approved helmets, face masks, and BNQ-certified neck guards at all times on the ice. Full protective gear (shoulder pads, elbow…
Read MoreUpcoming Dev 1 Part 2 in-person clinics: Oct 1 (Victoria), Nov 1 (Comox), and possibly Nov 22/23 or 29/30 (Nanaimo)
For all rep coaches (U11 Dev coaches may not need it yet)… For those coaches that need it, and are rostered to a team, they will be reimbursed once the course is successfully completed. Upcoming Dev 1 Part 2 in-person clinics: Already set up and listed on Spordle. Register online in Spordle: Oct 26th 10…
Read MoreInterdistrict Travel Permits can now be applied for on Spordle
Attention Coaches and Managers. VIAHA has transitioned away from paper forms for requestions permission for interdistrict travel. You can read all about it on the Managers’ Resource page.
Read More2025-26 U18 Reid Kyfiuk Cup standings posted
Take a look in the menus and head on over to Programs | Tournaments | Reid Kyfiuk Cup to see up-to-date standings for the U18 (VMHA Recreational) Reid Kyfiuk Cup. We’ll keep that page updated throughout the season.
Read MoreWant to become an on-ice official? Intro Clinic coming up on Friday October 17, 2025. Find out more and register here.
Want to earn some extra money while working as an on-ice official? Clinics for first time Level 1 (aged 11+ by Dec 31), and Level 2 (aged 15+) officials will be held at Pearkes Arena on Friday October 17, 2025. Click here to find out more and to register. First come, first served.
Read MoreU6/U7/U8/U9 Team Rosters and Head Coaches Posted
U6/U7/U8/U9 team rosters are now posted in the Recreational Assessments section. Make sure your player’s TeamSnap profile lists email address for all parents–future updates will be sent via TeamSnap email from your manager/division coordinator to those addresses on file.
Read MoreBC Hockey: Guidelines for Minimum Suspensions for 2025-26
BC Hockey has released its guidelines for determining the minimum suspensions to be served for various infractions. Note, these are the minimum suspensions and could be increased as specific conditions warrant. It is important that all players, officials, and parents are familiar with these guidelines. You can read the full BC Hockey guidelines here.
Read More📣 *Important: Accept Your TeamSnap Email Invitation!*
To stay informed and receive updates from your division coordinators, you’ve been added to a temporary division team in TeamSnap. ✅ Please do the following as soon as possible: Accept your TeamSnap invitation if you haven’t already. Ask the account owner (usually a parent or guardian) to add you as a family member in TeamSnap…
Read MoreREMINDER: Volunteer Online Info Session TONIGHT @ 7pm! (link inside)
It takes a lot of volunteers to make Minor Hockey happen. Tonight there will be an online info session for those interested in Volunteering. Thursday August 28, 2025 Starts at 7pm online Join the Google Meet at: https://meet.google.com/tgj-uxgs-gsw Lots of opportunities for questions. Find out how you can help make your player’s season the best…
Read MoreFull Details on 2025 Rep Assessment Process and Criteria
Hello Admirals Players and Families – welcome back for the 2025/26 season! [also sent as an email to parents of players registered for Rep Assessments] You are receiving this email as your player is registered to assess for the Admirals’ Representative Program. At the outset, I’d like to acknowledge and extend a thank you to…
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