ASSINIBOIA —Assiniboia Minor Hockey Association will have at least six teams with more than 100 players registered for the upcoming hockey season.
President Trevor Thomson will lead the AMHA executive of Ashely Karst, secretary; Nika Dabrowski, treasurer; Josh Ermel, referee co-ordinator; Randy Hillmer, equipment manager; Janielle Simard, social media co-ordinator along with directors Trenton Karst, Devin Simard, Josh Tendler, Allan Powell, Tim Peterson, Cecette Rhodes, Jeoff Christopherson and Jason Lemieux.
Minor sports programs, such as AMHA, could not have a season without volunteers organizing registration, putting together teams, lining up coaches and ice time and ensuring a positive experience for all families involved.
“We will start the season near the end of September or beginning of October,” Ashley Karts, organization secretary, says.
“We have approximately 100 players registered that will make up six teams from U7 to U18 divisions. Eighteen volunteer coaches will be needed, along with six managers to co-ordinate these teams. There are countless hours from volunteer coaches put into each season.”
Players have the opportunity for pre-season conditioning by taking part in the upcoming 3-on-3 hockey sessions put on by the Southland Co-op Centre.
AMHA participates in the Spring Fever Lotto to aid in their fundraising efforts, with each parent covering a three-hour shift.
Kartst says there is a referee clinic Sept. 15 as well as local talent, Travis Marit, will be on the ice at the start of the season for power skating and drills.
“The Rebel swag store is open online until Nov. 1,” adds Karst.
While there have been some Assiniboia provincial wins in the past, the goal of this youth sports organization is to provide an activity to build hockey skills as well as relationships and teamwork throughout the season, making for a positive experience for all involved.
Karst reminds residents that teams love fans in the stands and encourages people to come out and watch their favorite player or team. The organization’s Facebook page carries the most up to date news, activity and events for people to stay in the know.
