ICE TIMES—FEBRUARY 2006
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VOICE OF AMATEUR HOCKEY IN ONTARIO
What’s Inside...
ALLIANCE News.............Pg 4
Under 17 Camps............. Pg 5
OMHA Pond Classic....... Pg 7
NOHA Award Winners...Pg 8
Milk PFS Winners.........Pg 10
Vol. 18 No. 1
FEBRUARY 2006
10 pages
The Hockey Development Centre for Ontario is grateful for the support received from the Dairy Farmers of Canada, Program Spokespeople Paul Henderson, Geraldine Heaney and Ron MacLean, the Ministry of Health Promotion and all our corporate prize sponsors.
$100,000 IN PRIZES AWARDED
IN THE 19TH ANNUAL MILK PENALTY
FREE SWEEPSTAKES!
A
MILK PENALTY FREE “MVP’S“
record number of nominations were received in this year’s Milk
Penalty Free “MVP” contest. A total of ten “MVPs” were drawn on
February 10th to win a family pass to the Hockey Hall of Fame, a
McDonald’s® Great Taste Card and a special trophy.
This award, a joint promotion held in conjunction with the Sweepstakes
program, recognizes an individual player, nominated by their coach, that
he 2006 edition of the Milk Penalty Free Sweepstakes marks the 19th
embodies the values of the Milk Penalty Free Sweepstakes—skills, safety and
year the program has been in existence. It is estimated that over 2
sportsmanship.
million boys, girls, men and women of all ages have participated in
the Sweepstakes program since its inception in 1987.
SEE PAGE 10 FOR A LIST OF WINNERS
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The Sweepstakes program was developed by the Hockey Development Centre
for Ontario and its member partners to encourage good sportsmanship and
fair play in amateur hockey throughout Ontario.
We would like to take this opportunity to commend the thousands of coaches,
officials, trainers, parents and volunteers who have played a key role by helping to instill the ideals of skills, safety, fair play and good sportsmanship by
encouraging penalty free play.
Colin Murphy, John Bartlett and Duke the Dog from the
Toronto Marlies (AHL) help launch the 2006 Sweepstakes along with Geraldine, Ron and members of the Markham
Waxers Boys and Brampton Canadettes Girls
Hockey Hall of Fame—Dec 9, 2005
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OUR
WINNERS!
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Trainer’s Corner
EDITOR’S NOTE
Are you Prepared?
The HDCO would like to hear any feedback you have regarding this publication. This newsletter was developed for the amateur hockey enthusiast in
Ontario and we enjoy receiving your comments and suggestions. Please send
any remarks to: Hockey Development Centre for Ontario, 1185 Eglinton
Avenue East, Suite 301, North York, Ontario M3C 3C6 or email us at
[email protected]
TEAM ONTARIO
WORLD UNDER 17 HOCKEY
CHALLENGE 2006
Team Ontario returned from the 2006 World Under 17
Hockey Challenge with a record of 3-2-0, giving them a
fifth place finish. Team Quebec captured Gold, defeating Team USA by a score of 5-2., while two shoot
out goals gave the Czech Republic a bronze-medal victory over Team Pacific.
Two members of Team Ontario were named to the 2006 World Hockey Challenge All-Star Team—Mark Katic (Defense) and John Tavares (Forward).
Team Ontario also set a few records with two of its players taking top scoring
honours. Overall, five Ontario players were listed in the top 10 scorers of the
tournament with a tournament total of 33 goals for — the 2nd highest team
record of the tournament.
Team Ontario personnel will now focus on preparing for the 2007 Canada
Winter Games in Whitehorse, Yukon in February 2007.
For tournament results, visit www.hockeycanada.ca
While a hockey trainer must do everything possible to prevent injuries and accidents before they
happen, it is equally important to be prepared to
react in the event an emergency situation arises.
When a serious accident or injury occurs, time becomes critical and the
ability react in an organized and efficient manner is of utmost importance. By implementing the EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN you will
be prepared to react effectively. The EAP requires the appointment of the
following 3 people:
Person in Charge:
♦ The Person in Charge would normally be the hockey trainer, or the
individual with the most specialized training in injury care.
♦ Take control of the emergency situation until a medical authority
arrives.
♦ Access injury status of player.
Call Person:
♦
The Call Person is responsible for making the telephone call when
emergency help is required and should ideally be someone who is at
all games and practices.
♦ Know location of emergency telephone and list of emergency telephone numbers.
♦ Provide directions to arena and best route in and out for emergency
personnel.
Control Person:
♦
The Control Person is responsible for controlling the crowd to ensure that the EAP is executed effectively.
♦ Ensure proper room for person in charge and medical personnel.
♦ Discuss EAP with arena staff, officials and opponents.
♦ Ensure route for the ambulance is clear and available.
♦ Seek highly trained medical personnel if requested by Person in
Charge.
For additional information on the HTCP visit www.hdco.on.ca
MEMBERS OF THE HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT
CENTRE FOR ONTARIO
Published By
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Fax: 416 426-7348
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E-mail: [email protected]
HDCO Executive
Lou Salatino, Chairman
John Archibald, Vice Chairman
John Gardner, Treasurer
Hubert Seguin, Secretary
Executive Director
Wayne Dillon
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and not necessarily those of the Hockey Development
Centre for Ontario.
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
OHF— Ontario Hockey Federation
www.ohf.on.ca
HHOF– Hockey Hall of Fame
www.hhof.com
MEMBERS OF THE HOCKEY DEVELOPMENT
CENTRE FOR ONTARIO
ALLIANCE
71 Albert Street
Stratford, Ontario
Tel: 519 273-7209
N5A 3K2
Fax 519-273-2114
www.alliancehockey.com
OMHA—Ontario Minor Hockey Association
25 Brodie Drive, Unit 3&4
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Tel: 905 780-6642
L4B 3K7
Fax 905 780-0344
www.omha.net
GTHL—Greater Toronto Hockey League
265 Rimrock Road, Unit 4
Toronto, Ontario
Tel: 415 636-6845
M3J 3C6
Fax: 416 636-2035
www.gthlcanada.com
OWHA—Ontario Women’s Hockey Association
5155 Spectrum Way, Building 3
Mississauga, Ontario
Tel: 905 282-9980
L4W 5A1
Fax: 905 282-9982
www.owha.on.ca
NOHA—Northern Ontario Hockey Association
108 Lakeshore Drive
North Bay, Ontario
Tel: 705 474-8851
P1A 2A8
Fax: 705 474-6019
www.noha.on.ca
ODHA—Ottawa District Hockey Association
1247 Kilborn Place, Suite 300
Ottawa, Ontario
T el: 613 224-7686
K1H 6K9
Fax: 613 224-6079
www.odha.com
OHA—Ontario Hockey Association
1425 Bishop Street, Unit 2
Cambridge, Ontario
Tel: 519 622-2402
N1R 6J9
Fax: 519 622-3550
www.ohahockey.org
ODMHA—Ottawa District Minor Hockey Assn
1247 Kilborn Place, Suite 300
Ottawa, Ontario
T el: 613 224-3589
K1H 6K9
Fax: 613 224-4625
www.odmha.on.ca
OHL—Ontario Hockey League
305 Milner Avenue, Suite 200
Scarborough, Ontario
Tel: 416 299-8700
M1B 3V4
Fax: 416 299-8787
www.ontariohockeyleague.com
HNO—Hockey Northwestern Ontario
P.O. Box 27085, 600 E. Victoria Avenue
Thunder Bay, Ontario Tel: 807 622-4792
P7C 5Y7
Fax: 807 623-0037
http://hockeynwo.proboards20.com
ICE TIMES—FEBRUARY 2006
“BELL CUPS BRING OUT
THE BEST”
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The GTHL would like to extend thanks to our title sponsor and partner, Bell Canada, as they have been an integral part of this tournament as well as a strong supporter of grassroots hockey in Canada.
In addition, the GTHL would like to thank Mississauga’s Hershey
Centre for hosting one of the most prestigious international tournaments across North America to hockey fans alike and X-ilarate Sport
n its 25th year, The Bell Challenge Cup Power Fluid, as they have been a major contributor towards this
hosted 32 of the top Peewee AAA teams tournament. Our sponsor’s involvement has made this tournament
from the US and Canada in what is into one of the best in the world.
known as the premier event for Peewee aged hockey players. Past
graduates includes Eric Lindros, Jason Allison and Manny Legace as
this tournament has set a benchmark in showcasing future stars in
the making. For the past 3 years, this tournament has combined itself with the Bell Sympatico Cup in which it hosts minor bantam
teams from across the U.S.A. and Canada. Altogether, a total of 44
teams and over 1000 participants took part in this year’s Bell Challenge and Sympatico Cups.
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Since its conceptual date, George Legge, who this year at the age of
93 years young passed away, has chaired the tournament. George
have always preferred peewee age hockey as he describes them as
“one age group which could concentrate on exhibiting advanced
hockey skills without having to adopt the tricks young players seem
to adopt as they get older.” This year on behalf of his father, David
Legge and his wife Suzanne was in attendance during the closing
ceremonies to present to our new 2005 Bell Challenge Cup champions, the Toronto Marlboros.
Bell Challenge Cup Champions: Toronto Marlboros
Bell Challenge Finalist: Elgin Middlesex Chiefs
MVP of the Tournament (Challenge Cup):
Lucas Lessio, Toronto Marlboros
Bell Sympatico Champions: Detroit Compuware
Bell Sympatico Finalist: York Simcoe Express
CONGRATULATIONS!
DR. TOM PASHBY
PROVINCIAL
TRAINER OF THE YEAR
AWARD
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management has been remarkable. Rob has been a trainer for over 30 years
and his experience and knowledge in injury prevention, assessment and management has been outstanding. He is a genuine ambassador of minor hockey
in Ontario and promotes the social, emotional and mental growth and development of the players.
Rob’s credentials, record of service and tremendous contribution not only to
the Hockey Trainers Certification Program but the GTHL and the game of
hockey makes him most deserving of this award.
he GTHL’s Robert Minnema was the recipient of the prestigious
Dr. Tom Pashby Provincial Trainer of the Year Award for 2005.
We would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the regional
award recipients :
The Award recognizes an individual who demonstrates outstanding dedication and service in the areas of safety and risk management as well as a com- Glenn Hall—Northern Ontario Hockey Association
mitment to the values of safety, enjoyment, fair play, education and integrity Ray Gowan—Ontario Minor Hockey Association
in the game of hockey through the Hockey Trainers Certification Program in Glenn Parker & Bruce Gosson—Ottawa District Minor Hockey Association
Sheldon Adams—Ottawa District Hockey Association
the province of Ontario.
Robert’s commitment, dedication and devotion to the safety, health and risk
ICE TIMES—FEBRUARY 2006
NEWS FROM ALLIANCE HOCKEY
Alliance Players Experience
a “Trip of a Lifetime”
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tratford, ON - While most people spent the holiday season relaxing,getting together with family and eating turkey, several ALLIANCE
HOCKEY teams had the "Experience of a Lifetime"!
Two teams, a Bantam/Minor Midget MD team from Greater Fort Erie Minor
Hockey traveled to Denmark and the Oshawa Solar Bears Bantam MD Team
traveled to the Czech Republic over the Christmas holidays for a multi-day
hockey excursion to these international countries.
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"I knew it was over," said Schoenmakers of his thoughts while watching
Charlesworth shoot 1:22 into overtime. "I was thinking Japan the whole
time."
March 2006 will mark the fifth time a local team from the Waterloo Region
has traveled to Japan for the exchange. A return visit by a Japanese team will
be hosted in March, 2007.
Watch ALLIANCE HOCKEY for more news, pictures and stories on the teams
and their participation!
Kitchener Junior Rangers Minor Bantam AAA
Team on their way to Japan
Just over 2600 hockey fans came out to the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium
to be a part of one of the most exciting events of the season - the Championship game of the Toyota Challenge.
After the preliminary six round robin games between the AAA Minor Bantam
teams from the Kitchener Junior Rangers, the Cambridge Hawks and the
Waterloo Wolves, Kitchener finished on top with a 4 and 0 record. Cambridge finished second with a win and a tie over Waterloo. As a preview of
the final, Kitchener edged Cambridge 3 to 2 in the final game to go undefeated in round robin play. On Wednesday night it came down to one game
winner take all.
The entire game was a back and forth draw. With just a couple of minutes
left in regulation time, Kitchener scored their third goal to tie the game and
send it into overtime. Spencer Charlesworth, captain of the Kitchener Junior
Rangers said that
he knew that he held the hockey trip of a lifetime on his stick. "I was so nervous," Charlesworth said of the instant before he scored. "Going into overtime,
I didn't have a good feeling but we did good. It counts."
Pictured above is the Greater Fort Erie Euro Select Team
During the trip, the teams were billeted with host families learning many
interesting cultural differences between Canada and other international
countries. The trips also saw the teams play many exhibition hockey games
overseas and visited many tourist attractions! Most of all, the trip was an
experience of a lifetime for these players and their families that they will not
soon forget.
The experience didn’t stop there for ALLIANCE teams however. There were
several European teams that took part in ALLIANCE hosted tournaments
over the holidays as well.
The West London Optimists Minor Hockey Association hosted a Minor
Midget team from Tonsberg, Norway and also a Minor Midget team from
Esbjerg, Denmark over the holidays. During their stay, they experienced
many things about Canada as well as played in the West London Wharncliffe
Chrysler Annual Christmas Tournament.
The Brantford Minor Hockey Association also hosted several international
teams from Finland in their annual Wayne Gretzky International Hockey
Tournament.
Rangers forward Derek Schoenmakers knew the Japan excursion was Kitchener's as soon as his overtime pass found its way to a wide-open
Charlesworth, whose dad Phil happens to be a Toyota manager and four-time
veteran of trips to Japan. "I knew it was over," said Schoenmakers of his
thoughts while watching Charlesworth shoot 1:22 into overtime. "I was thinking Japan the whole time."
The spirited Hawks, who had some splendid chances to score earlier in overtime, were thinking Japan too. But Charlesworth ended the dream. "I really
didn't know what to do," said Cambridge goalie Shayne Campbell, whose
exceptional game ended with the overtime stare-down with Charlesworth. "I
slid across but he just got it up over my shoulders.''
Charlesworth, Schoenmakers and Eric Fischer scored in regulation time for
Kitchener with strong goaltending from Brian Hainsworth. The Cambridge
goal scorers were Matt Pellegrino, Weston Atkins and Matthew Coupland.
Kitchener's team traveling to Japan in March will consist of four coaches, 17
players and eight chaperones and will participate in a cultural exchange with
the Tomakomai Allstars, sponsored by TMMC.
Congratulations to the Kitchener Minor Bantam AAA Junior Rangers on
winning the Toyota Challenge and good luck this March in Japan!
Thank you to the fans for coming out and supporting the Food Bank and
minor hockey.
And that's not all! In March, 2006, the Kitchener Junior Rangers Minor
Bantam AAA team will be traveling to Japan during March Break for a cul[with excerpts and photo from The Kitchener Record - Jeff Hicks]
tural exchange with the Tomakomai Allstars, sponsored by the Toyota Motor
Manufacturing Corporation. In a round robin series among Kitchener, Cambridge and Waterloo, Kitchener and Cambridge came out as the top two
teams who then met in a one-game showdown on November 30th, 2005.
The entire game was a back and forth draw. With just a couple of minutes left
in regulation time, Kitchener scored their third goal to tie the game and send
Tanner Pearson of the
it into overtime. Spencer Charlesworth, captain of the Kitchener Junior
Kitchener Junior Rangers
Rangers said that he knew that he held the hockey trip of a lifetime on his
reaches for the puck in front
stick. "I was so nervous," Charlesworth said of the instant before he scored.
of Jake Arnoldi of the
"Going into overtime, I didn't have a good feeling but we did good. It counts."
Cambridge Hawks during
Rangers forward Derek Schoenmakers knew the Japan excursion was Kitchener's as soon as his overtime pass found its way to a wide-open
Charlesworth, whose dad Phil happens to be a Toyota manager and four-time
veteran of trips to Japan.
Toyota Hockey Challenge
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2006 UNDER 17 REGIONAL CAMP LISTINGS
DATES & LOCATIONS
ASSOCIATION
CAMP DATES
LOCATION(S)
NOHA
April 15-16, 2006
East/North Camp – New Liskeard
April 15-16, 2006
West/South Camp - Espanola
April 21-23, 2006
Main Camp – Elliot Lake
ODHA/ODMHA
April 21-23, 2006
TBC
ALLIANCE
April 21-23, 2006
Woodstock Southwood Community
Complex
GTHL
April 14-16, 2006
North York Herbert Carnegie
Centennial Centre
OMHA
HNO
April 14-16, 2006
TNT (Alliston)
April 14-16, 2006
Fort Erie
April 14-16, 2006
Georgetown
April 14-16, 2006
Peterborough
April 14-16, 2006
St. Thomas
May 12-14, 2006
University of Guelph – Final Camp
April 27-30, 2006
Thunder Bay
Lakehead University
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE ABOVE CAMP
LISTINGS, PLEASE CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE
BRANCH/DIVISION OFFICE AND/OR WEBSITE
DR. TOM PASHBY SPORTS
SAFETY FUND ANNUAL GOLF
TOURNAMENT
Golfers mark your calendar for Monday
June 12, 2006 for the fifteenth annual golf
tournament to be held at Deer Creek in Ajax
for more information visit
www.drpashby.ca
“Future
Team Canada” Award
Hockey Canada
Front: Regan McGuire (goalie).Middle Row L-R: Eric Stewart, Jake Wilson, Dylan Petersen, Nicholas
Wright, Ethan York, Dylan Crowder, Alex Cornel.Back Row L-R: Owen Healey, Benjamin IrvingCartwright, Sam Dulmage, William Carey, Cole Chapman, Drake Brown, Braeden Brown, Melissa
Leach.Team Officials L-R: Asst. Coach Dan Dulmage, Head Coach Jamie York and Asst. Coach Rob
Cornel.
H
ockey Canada announced the Kemptville Novice Ice Cats as one
of the 13 minor hockey teams that were chosen as the winners of the
“Future Team Canada” recognition program. In November, Hockey
Canada partnered with the Wayne Gretzky Foundation and the Canadian
Hockey Foundation to launch the second ever ‘Future Team Canada’ program
that would reward and recognize thirteen minor hockey teams from across
Canada for the amount of heart they show rather than the amount of games
they win. In total, 231 entries where submitted to Hockey Canada. The entries consisted of a team photo, a team roster, and a short essay outlining
their team’s values, special characteristics, community involvement and dedication that could make them a ‘Future Team Canada’.
The winning essay:
“Hockey is the greatest game! If everybody got to play
hockey it would be awesome! I am on the Kemptville
Novice Ice Cats and our team rocks! We all love to practice and play games together and we try to help other
people too. We get to sell tickets for the Adam Harlow
Fellowship Fund. Adam died in an accident a few years
ago, and his parents wanted something good to happen
so they made the Fellowship Fund. It pays for kids who
don't have enough money to play. Adam was a goalie so
they also buy goalie equipment for our teams. Our team
tries to sell the most tickets each year. We also have a
contest to see who can collect the most food at Christmas
to take on our float in the Santa Claus parade. It is lots
of fun on the ice when we win, but it is fun playing any
time. Thank you for giving me the chance to tell you
about my team. Ice Cats Rock!”
By Sam Dulmage
Every player on each of the 13 winning teams will receive a Team Canada
jersey, gloves, stick and a hockey bag bearing the Wayne Gretzky Foundation
and Hockey Canada logos. Along with this comprehensive equipment package, each team will also receive a $1,000 cash award to be used for team development activities.
Continued Page 6
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OTTAWA DISTRICT
HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
“Although the thirteen winners can be commended for being se, all 231 entries merit the recognition to be deemed winners”, said Wayne Gretzky. “The
success of this program was evident by the excellent quality of the essays
received and the difficulty in selecting the 13 winners. When all was said and
done, the thirteen teams that were chosen are deserving of the title ‘Future
Team Canada’ for their dedication and commitment to our game.”
Boston Pizza Hometown Heroes
Recognition Program
Hockey Associations across Ontario can recognize several individuals as local
recipients of the Boston Pizza “Hometown Heroes” Recognition Awards.
The Wayne Gretzky Foundation believes that hockey instills many positive The Program is presented to individuals in recognition of outstanding contrilife skills and contributes to the physical, emotional and social growth of butions to their Local Association in the following Areas:
young people. Canada’s National Men’s and Women’s hockey teams promote
Coach
many of these positive life skills such as respect, safety and fun.
Trainer
Referee
Mel Sapp
Executive/Administrator
Director, Marketing and Public Relations, ODHA
The awards recognize individuals who:
VISIT THE ODHA WEBSITE www.odha.com
MIKE DEPRATTO
HONOURED
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ach year Hockey Canada recognizes the
outstanding contributions of the dedicated volunteers who make this great
game a reality for so many players.
The Ottawa District Minor Hockey Association would like to recognize and
introduce to you this year’s recipient MIKE DEPRATTO of Alexandria, Ontario.
⇒Abide by and promote the OMHA Code of Conduct and their respective
Program Code of Ethics.
⇒Advocate the Community values of Fair Play, Safety, Sportsmanship, Skill
Development, Participation, and Spirit of the game of Hockey.
⇒Have made special and significant contributions to their local Association
which are noteworthy and deserving of special recognition.
Recipients will receive:
Certificate
Gift certificate for a Pizza and soft drinks
In-restaurant recognition of program
Photo on Boston Pizza website or within the restaurant dedicated to Hometown Heroes
To order your certificates or learn more about the Boston Pizza “Hometown
Heroes” Recognition Awards, contact your local hockey association.
Over the past 32 years the name of Mike Depratto has been synonymous with
amateur sport in the Alexandria area and through his involvement with the
ODMHA.
Mike started his volunteer career as a member of the Board Member with the
Alexandria and District Minor Hockey executive in 1973 through to 1995.
From 1987 to 2001 he coached at all levels in both house league and competitive hockey.
From 1990 to 1995 he served as President of Alexandria and District Minor
Hockey Association. After his terms as President of Alexandria Minor Hockey
in 1995, he was elected to serve as District 2 Chairperson on the ODMHA
Council where he served in this position until 2000. In 2000 he was elected
to the ODMHA council as a Director at Large and since 2002 has been the
ODMHA’s First Vice-President.
OMHA Upcoming Events
OMHA Pond Hockey Classic
When: February 17-18th, 2006
Where: Parry Sound, Ontario
Who: 30 Bantam and Midget House and Local League Teams
Cost: $395.00/team
OMHA Maple Lodge Farms Hockey Festival
When: April 7-9, 2006
Whitby, Ontario
Who: 92 Novice/Atom/Peewee and Midget House and Local League Teams
Cost: $495.00/team
OMHA Golf Classic
When: June 10, 2006
Where: Bolton, Ontario
Who: 144 golfers
Hometown Hockey Consumer Show
When: June 10th-11th, 2006
Where:Richmond Hill, Ontario
Who: 60 exhibitors
Cost: $888.00 or $768.00 (incl. GST)
Visit www.omha.net or phone 905-780-6642 to register
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Get Your Toques
Ready!
OMHA Pond Hockey Classic
February 17th-18th, Parry Sound
Camp, discussed his coaching experiences at the various professional levels,
the coaches he has worked with, including Jacques Martin and Bob Hartley,
and how this helped develop him into a successful OHL coach. He encouraged
the minor hockey coaches in attendance to learn from those around them in
order to become the best coach possible.
Walters discussed powerplay and penalty killing strategy the Sarnia Sting use.
He also presented numerous drills coaches can use with their teams. Kinney
followed with a presentation on stretching and training drills including physical demonstrations.
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he Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) is hosting the first After the clinic, participants watched the Sarnia Sting take on the Kitchener
OMHA Pond Hockey Classic on February 17th and 18th in Parry Sound. Rangers. The game was an opportunity for the coaches to see the things they
It is a result of the need to emphasize the true values of the sport: fun, learned about earlier in the day executed in game action.
creativity and sportsmanship.
Guelph Storm
This event will offer participants many activities to enjoy such as games and Guelph, ON - Close to thirty OMHA coaches and team personnel took part in
the second annual Guelph Storm Game Day Coaching Clinic on November
skills challenges in a “festival” atmosphere.
10th. The entire event took place in a luxury suite at the Guelph Sports and
The objective of this event for the OMHA is to promote the game of hockey Entertainment Centre where OMHA coaches were treated to a plethora of
in its original form. Pond hockey represents the true spirit of “Hometown giveaways and a detailed handout that included drills, an OHL Media Guide, a
Hockey”, a fun game on the local pond celebrated with friends and family. Guelph Storm Game Program, an OMHA puck, and a Fox 40 coaches board.
This event will promote these characteristics in the format of a two-day festivity full of fun activities and games for youth. Fun, friendship, community Speakers included Equipment Manager Russ Hammond, Assistant Coach/
spirit and sportsmanship will be the values promoted at the OMHA Pond Assistant General Manger Jason Brooks, Assistant Coach Trent Cull and GenHockey Classic. It will remind everyone involved what makes “Hometown eral Manager and Head Coach Dave Barr.
Hockey” such a classic game.
Hammond’s detailed talk on how one-piece hockey sticks have had a ripple
effect on everything from safety, to breakage issues, to team budgets was very
enlightening to the audience. Brooks followed with face-off and power play
strategies while Cull added defensive zone coverage and penalty kill tactics.
Barr rounded up the Game Day Coaches Clinic spoke about practice preparation and the need to be mentally prepared for every game and practice.
Game Day Coaching Clinics Well
Received
OHL teams and AHL Provide Great Advice
for Minor Hockey Coaches
Toronto Marlies
Toronto, ON – The first OMHA Game Day Coaching Clinic featuring the
Toronto Marlies Coaching Staff on December 17th received excellent reviews
from twenty participants that traveled from places as far away as Listowel.
Speakers included Head Athletic Therapist, Nick Addey-Jibb, Assistant
Coaches, Joe Paterson and Dallas Eakins and Head Coach, Paul Maurice.
Addey-Jibb spoke about current equipment trends and the importance of
safety to prevent injuries such as concussions. Paterson and Eakins provided
the coaches with
informative strategies for penalty killing, power play and
zone coverage.
The highlight was
Paul Maurice’s talk
about what it takes to
get to the next level
of hockey not only
coaches but players
too. He talked about
the significance of
hard work, fitness
and mental preparation.
Paul Maurice
One topic Maurice emphasized was the importance of locker room chemistry. “As a coach, you create the locker room and the players make the push,”
Maurice said. “Ron Francis had a great way of telling a player to step it up
without making him inferior is an example of why a coach needs to have
good captains to make a team work.”
After the Game Day Coaching Clinic, the coaches received a ticket to the
game that evening to watch the Marlies defeat Grand Rapids 6-3.
Sarnia Sting
Sarnia, ON - The Sarnia Sting of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) hosted a
game day coaching clinic on December 17th that allowed OMHA coaches and
trainers the ability to gain expert opinions from OHL professionals.
Clinic speakers included head coach Shawn Camp, assistant coach Greg Walters and head trainer Glen Kinney.
After the Clinic, participants enjoyed an entertaining game between the Storm
and the Kitchener Rangers, which Guelph won 4 to 2. As one OMHA coach
said, “It was great to be able to watch the game after the clinic. We were able to
see all the things that were taught to us carried out on the ice.” Clinic participants were often heard talking to each other throughout the game, networking
with other OMHA coaches and sharing ideas and discussing the presentations.
Owen Sound Attack
Owen Sound, ON - On November 12th, the Owen Sound Attack hosted their
inaugural OMHA Game Day Coaching Clinic.
Head Coach, Mike Stothers started the clinic with a talk about the differences
between the various levels of coaching he has experienced. He noted mental
toughness is a major factor at getting to the next level. Stothers also discussed
how tough a travel schedule on not only the players and coaches. It is very
draining and can often result in fatigue during game nights. Andy Brown, the
Head Trainer and Athletic Therapist talked about the steps OMHA teams can
make to have a dependable protocol for player injuries. Brown stressed the
importance of keeping a fully stocked emergency fanny pack on the bench at
all times. Brown also discussed the trends in equipment, particularly skates.
He pointed out that the lighter skates sometimes sacrifice protection elements
which can potentially increase the chance of injury. Assistant Coaches David
Bell and Brian O’Leary ended the Clinic with discussions on the importance of
scouting teams and practice plans. Bell and O’Leary demonstrated several
drills that coaches can talk back to implement with their teams. After the
Clinic, participants watched the Attack defeat the Sarnia Sting .
The OMHA Game Day Coaching Clinics are a new initiative by the OMHA to
help minor hockey coaches and trainers improve their game by getting personal advice from professional coaches at the OHL, AHL and NHL levels.
Look for more Game Day Coaching Clinics at www.omha.net.
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NOHA Award Winners
NORTHERN
ONTARIO HOCKEY
ASSOCIATION
I
t has been a very busy summer and fall within the Northern Ontario
Hockey Association. Since we last reported the NOHA has hosted its
playoffs, Annual General meeting and started the 2005-2006 season.
2006 Northern Ontario Hockey Association
Championships
NOVICE AA - TIMMINS - MARCH 3-5, 2006
NOVICE A - NICKEL CENTRE – MARCH 3-5, 2006
NOVICE B - SOUTH PORCUPINE - MARCH 10-12, 2006
NOVICE C - WAWA – MARCH 17-19, 2006
ATOM AA – WEST NIPISSING – MARCH 24-26, 2006
MINOR ATOM AA – TIMMINS – MARCH 3-5, 2006
ATOM A - TEMISKAMING SHORES (NEW LISKEARD)- MARCH 24-26,
2006
MINOR ATOM A – NICKEL CENTRE – MARCH 3-5, 2006
ATOM B - KIRKLAND LAKE – MARCH 17-19, 2006
ATOM C – SAULT STE MARIE - SOO PEEWEE – MARCH 10-12, 2006
ATOM D - POWASSAN – MARCH 10-12, 2006
PEEWEE AAA – SAULT STE MARIE – SOO MAJOR – MARCH 10-12, 2006
PEEWEE AA – TIMMINS – MARCH 3-5, 2006
MINOR PEEWEE AA - COPPER CLIFF – MARCH 10-12, 2006
PEEWEE A – TEMISKAMING SHORES – MARCH 17-19, 2006
MINOR PEEWEE A - NICKEL CENTRE – MARCH 3-5, 2006
PEEWEE B – KIRKLAND LAKE – MARCH 10-12, 2006
PEEWEE C – SAULT STE MARIE - SOO PEEWEE – MARCH 10-12, 2006
PEEWEE D – CHAPLEAU – MARCH 3-5, 2006
MINOR BANTAM AAA – SAULT STE MARIE- MARCH 17-19, 2006
BANTAM AA – SUDBURY – MARCH 17-19, 2006
MINOR BANTAM AA – TIMMINS – MARCH 3-5, 2006
BANTAM A –KAPUSKASING – MARCH 24-26, 2006
MINOR BANTAM A – ESPANOLA – MARCH 10-12, 2006
BANTAM B – IROQUOIS FALLS –MARCH 3-5, 2006
BANTAM C – SAULT STE MARIE- SOO MAJOR – MARCH 17-19, 2006
BANTAM D – POWASSAN – MARCH 17-19, 2006
MIDGET AA – WEST NIPISSING – MARCH 24-26, 2006
MIDGET A - NICKEL CENTRE – MARCH 3-5, 2006
MIDGET B – KIRKLAND LAKE- MARCH 24-26, 2006
MIDGET C - BLIND RIVER – MARCH 17-19, 2006
MIDGET D – CHAPLEAU – MARCH 24-26, 2006
OHF Championships
Atom AA – Timmins – April 7-9, 2006
Midget A – South Porcupine – April 7-9, 2006
Angus Campbell Merit Award - Don Shepherdson, New Liskeard
Ken Neeb Memorial Award -Jacques Barbeau, Walden
Rick F. Albert Memorial Award—Pam Hull, Rayside Balfour
Tom Pashby Trainer of the Year Award—Glenn Hall, North Bay
HC/NOHA Officials Awards
Most Promising – Matthew Delmonte, New Liskeard
Most Deserving – Cory Siermachesky, Haileybury
Most Improved – Sebastien Fauchon, Kapuskasing
Jim Conners Memorial Award – Jeff McDonald, Little Current
2005-2006 NOHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Past President – Fred Sadowski
President – Dick Prescott
1st Vice President – Bryce Kulik
2nd Vice President – Keith Barton
3rd Vice President – Hugh Riddle
District 1 – Harry Coott
District 2 – Andrew Macdonald
District 3 – Dan Raycroft
District 4 – Dick Farrow
District 5 – Robert Bird
District 6 – Mel Mousseau
District 7 – Mike Payette
District 8 - Gerald McCrory
District 9 – Jacqueline Morvan
2006 NOHA PROGRAM OF EXCELLENCE (UNDER 17)
APPLICATION
The 2006 NOHA Program of Excellence Under 17 Camps will be held in April
2006. Player applications have also been sent directly to all players born in
1990 and are available on the NOHA website. This camp is only available to
NOHA players. Enclosed also is a copy of the staff application form. Please
ensure that your coaches, trainers, etc. receive a copy and apply to participate
in the Under 17 camps.
UNDER 17 DATES & LOCATIONS
East/North
Camp
West/South
Camp
Main Camp
April 15-16, 2006
New Liskeard
April 15-16, 2006
Espanola
April 21-23, 2006
Elliot Lake
Midget AAA Regional Championships – North Bay – April 3-9,
2006
NOHA ANNUAL MEETING
OHA ANNUAL MEETING – MAY 5-7, 2006 – HOSTED BY ELLIOT
LAKE MAJOR HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
The NOHA held its Annual meeting in Walden and announced our Award
winners for the 2004-2005 season.
For room reservations, please call The ALGO Inn, Elliot Lake at 1800-461-4600 or visit www.algoinn.com.
Visit the NOHA Website at
www.noha.on.ca
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"I'm really enjoying things down here," he stated. "I think this is
the best possible hockey I could be playing at my age because every
night I'm playing against guys who are older than me and very
skilled. The hockey is much faster than in the OHL, and the practicing is helping me a lot. I love being here, going to school and I'm
enjoying life."
Cogliano Leaving His Mark in Hockey on
Both Sides of the Border
With the Turin Olympics just around the corner, the World Junior
Championships seem a distant memory for Canadian hockey fans. But
for many of the junior players involved, the intensity of play for most
of the month of December took its toll mentally as well as physically.
The sheer excitement of playing for one's country, while competing at
the highest level of their career to date can be grueling. For Andrew
Cogliano, it was an experience of a lifetime, and one that he won't forget any time soon.
Asked if it was difficult to return to face some of his American
teammates, he commented, "No, they're unbelievable players and
they had a really strong team. Everyone knew it would be a tough
tournament all around, but that as much as we were underdogs, we
still had a pretty good team," Cogliano said. "Jack Johnson is one
of the best defensemen I've ever played with in my career. It was a
great experience to be there with them, and we have some great
memories to share."
Besides Cogliano playing for Canada, three of his teammates participated in the World Junior Championship for Team USA. Forward Kevin Porter captained the U.S. squad, and was joined by
defensemen Jack Johnson and Mark Mitera. The U.S. placed
fourth in the tournament after losing the bronze medal game to
Finland on Jan. 5. Team USA finished the tournament 3-3-1.
A graduate of the Ontario Hockey Association who led the league in
scoring in 2004-05 with an impressive 102 points (36 g, 66 a) in just
49 games, returned to the University of Michigan the day following
Canada's gold medal victory, only to find it perhaps a bit anti"The hardest part of returning was to get ourselves back mentally
climactic. Although he was able to fit back in with his teammates, he is and physically after the gruelling pace of the WC."
still feeling the effects of the Championships.
At Michigan, Cogliano is just one of 11 rookies on the roster but
"It was an amazing experience to be at the World Juniors, a great hon- established himself early this year as a serious offensive threat for
our to represent my country", stated Cogliano. "However, it was a very the Wolverines. After somewhat of a slow start, he broke out in
long three weeks, starting with the development camp the week before mid-October with 15 points over six games. To date this season, he
the tournament began. I'm still not 100% back, mentally and emotion- has 10 goals and 12 assists
ally."
for 22 points, and is tied
for second-most on the
Throughout that week, players were put to the test, as coach Brent
team. Along with Johnson,
Sutter and his assistants Craig Hartsburg and Clement Jodoin made
Michigan has two of the
the final selections to what would be this year's U20 Team Canada.
top three players in rookie
scoring in the entire na"It gave us the opportunity to see where we fit in against the other top tion. His speed is always a
Canadian players, to meet a lot of new friends, and fortunately for me, factor in each game. If he
to make the team," commented Cogliano.
doesn't get a point he can
usually draw a penalty
Playing for Brent Sutter was an experience in itself. "He's a great
because other teams can't
leader, very intense, and very fair. He kept us focused on what we
keep up with him and
were there for, and led us in the right direction at all times."
have to haul him down.
Cogliano has been playing
The product of Woodbridge, Ontario has rocketed onto the national
on the top power play unit
scene since helping Canada win gold at the 2004 U18 Junior World
and one of the penalty
Cup. In that tournament held jointly in Slovakia and the Czech Repub- killing squads for a good
lic, Cogliano was a leader for Canada on and off the score sheet with
part of this season.
nine points in five games including a pair of assists in the final match,
the first coming on the eventual game winner.
The rookie is also one of four Canadians on the team. The other
three are freshmen Jason Bailey (Nepean, ON), and Tyler Swystun
This year, Cogliano had the support of family and friends in the stands (Cochrane, AB) and captain Andrew Ebbett (Vernon, B.C.), somewho made the trip from Ontario, as his mom, dad, older brother, aunts one Cogliano looks up to quite a bit.
and uncles, proudly cheered him on. His speed and quick hands were
instrumental in setting up Canada's first and fifth goals in the game
As for the possibility of Cogliano returning to play junior hockey in
against Russia, which led to a 5-1 victory and back-to-back gold medOntario, the St. Mike's Majors of the Ontario Hockey League, who
als. He also had a goal in the semifinals against Finland and two assists own Cogliano's OHL rights, don't expect him to jump back across
against the Finns in the preliminary round, finishing the tournament
the border like former Michigan Wolverine Mike Comrie did back
with one goal, four assists and a +4 plus/minus rating in 6 games.
in his junior days. He is most likely to stay in Michigan until he's
ready to play in the National Hockey League. The 5'10" 18-year-old
It was definitely a change of pace to go back to school earlier this
was selected in the first round (No. 25 overall) by the Edmonton
month, but Cogliano didn't have much to change in terms of his role on Oilers in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft. If he continues to play the
the team when he returned following his trip to British Columbia.
way he's been lately, we may be seeing the youngster in the big
leagues sooner than we think.
Cogliano made the jump this season from the St. Mike's Buzzers of the
Provincial Junior A League to the University of Michigan Wolverines, a
move some questioned at the beginning. However, things seem to be
working out just fine for the freshman.
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2006 MILK PENALTY FREE
SWEEPSTAKES WINNERS
BRAMPTON BATTALION OHL TICKETS
BRAMPTON SHARPSHOOTERS
BRAMPTON
M.ATOM
GRETZKY TEE SHIRT
DUFFIELD DEVILS
TORONTO COLTS MA A
TORONTO
TORONTO
ATOM
M/ ATOM
HHOF PASSES
M/A AA EAST ENDER TICATS
TORONTO
ATOM
HITZ SPORTSWEAR HOCKEY SWEATERS
BRAMPTON BLUE BEARS
BRAMPTON
BULLDOGS
TORONTO
ATOM
PEEWEE
HOCKEY NEWS SUBSCRIPTION
SCHOMBERG COUGARS
STITTSVILLE STEAMERS
THE WHARF
JUNIOR
PEEWEE
JUVENILE
SCHOMBERG
STITTSVILLE
BRIGHTS GROVE
KEWL WINDSUITS
DRYDEN AVALANCHE
TEMAGAMI TIMBERWOLVES
DRYDEN
TEMAGAMI
ATOM
ATOM
KOBE SPORTSWEAR TRACKSUIT
MARATHON PEEWEE MERCS
MARATHON
PEEWEE
LASER QUEST PARTY
BRAMPTON SPORTS
MISSISSAUGA NOV A CHIEFS
OTTAWA WEST GOLDEN KNIGHTS
RICHMOND HILL GOLD SELECT
SPITFIRES
TORONTO ACES M ATOM A
WEST B CANADIAN HAWKS
BRAMPTON
MISSISSAUGA
OTTAWA
RICHMOND HILL
KITCHENER
TORONTO
LONDON
ATOM
NOVICE
ATOM
BEL NOVICE
ATOM
M.ATOM
ATOM
TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS PRACTICE
AGINCOURT CANADIANS SELECT 6
CENTRAL YORK FIREFIGHTERS
ERINDALE SPITFIRES
LORNE PARK 4L
SMART DIE & DESIGN
TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS
TORONTO
NEWMARKET
MISSISSAUGA
MISSISSAUGA
AJAX
TORONTO
NOVICE
PEEWEE
ATOM
M.PEEWEE
ATOM
PEEWEE
TORONTO MARLIES AHL TICKETS
HILLCREST SUMMITS
HUMBERVIEW HUSKIES
MCDONALD'S GREAT TASTE CARDS
ERINDALE JETS TEAM 10
NIAGARA RAPIDS
WATERLOO PILLER'S PEEWEE SHARKS
NORTH YORK
REXDALE
MISSISSAUGA
NIAGARA FALLS
WATERLOO
NOVICE
PEEWEE
NOVICE
MIDGET
PEEWEE
NATIONAL SPORTS SKATE SHARPENING PASSES
ALLIANCE ROOFING LEAFS
WATERLOO
NEWMARKET REDMEN
NEWMARKET
OAKVILLE ATOM WRANGLERS
OAKVILLE
OSHAWA CHINOOKS
OSHAWA
PICKERING PANTHERS
PICKERING
REBELS
SCARBOROUGH
SHARKS
HAMILTON
THORNTON TIGERS #1
BARRIE
VALLEY HOWLERS
SCARBOROUGH
WMHA ARBY'S
WINDSOR
PEEWEE
PEEWEE
ATOM
SR
BANTAM
PEEWEE
PEEWEE
ATOM
NOVICE
NOVICE
NHLPA PRIZE PACK
CREDIT UNION
MOONBEAM
NOVICE
OMHA PRIZE PACK
LMHA TYKE BRUINS
BEAMSVILLE
BEL NOVICE
OSHAWA GENERALS OHL TICKETS
COWAN MINOR BANTAM A
OSHAWA MINOR GENERALS
OSHAWA
OSHAWA
BANTAM
PEEWEE
PIZZA PIZZA PARTIES
43 “BLUE”
1998 NOVICE BULLDOGS
ANCASTER AVALANCHE
CAMBRIDGE PEEWEE C
CARLETON PLACE CYCLONES
CLARKSON ATOM WHITE HURRICANES
CLARKSON HURRICANES MINOR BLUE
FORT ERIE LEAFS
GUELPH JUNIOR STORM
JR FLYERS
KANATA WILDFIRE
KELSEYS BLACK
KINGSTON PEEWEE REP B TITANS
LMHA THUNDER
NATIONAL TRAINING RINKS
NICKEL CENTRE FLYERS
OAKVILLE SILVER STARS
PEMBROKE 4 BADGERS
PETAWAWA ATOM VIPERS
ST CATHARINES PEEWEE CHAOS
TIMMINS TIRE TITANS
WOODSTOCK WILDCATS
SCARBOROUGH
BURLINGTON
HAMILTON
CAMBRIDGE
CARLETON PLACE
MISSISSAUGA
MISSISSAUGA
FORT ERIE
GUELPH
TORONTO
KANATA
WATERLOO
KINGSTON
LONDON
NEWMARKET
GARSON
OAKVILLE
PEMBROKE
PETAWAWA
ST CATHARINES
TIMMINS
WOODSTOCK
PEEWEE
NOVICE
ATOM
PEEWEE
MIDGET
ATOM
BEL NOVICE
ATOM
NOVICE
NOVICE
BANTAM
MIDGET
PEEWEE
MIDGET
BEL NOVICE
ATOM
NOVICE
ATOM
ATOM
PEEWEE
BANTAM
ATOM
PLAYDIUM PLAY CARDS
MISSISSAUGA REBEL AAA
PHILIP POCOCK PIRATES
TORONTO
MISSISSAUGA
M.MIDGET
GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
RYR SPORTS INC. JERSEY
BEAVER VALLEY TYKE LOCAL LEAGUE
THORNBURY
BELMONT BULLETS
ST THOMAS
BLESSED TRINITY MINOR NOVICE
NORTH YORK
BURLINGTON EAGLES TYKE 2A
BURLINGTON
CIM
DON MILLS
DOMINOS PIZZA
ORILLIA
GRAFTON TYKES
COBOURG
HIGHLAND STORM TYKES
WEST GUILFORD
KC DEVILS IP2
THUNDER BAY
MARKHAM WAXERS MITE SELECTS
MARKHAM
NOVICE CUBS
SMITHS FALLS
ORILLIA TERRIERS MORTGAGE INTELLIGENCE
ORILLIA
ST ALPHONSUS SHARKS
PETERBOROUGH
SUNDERLAND RED WINGS TYKE
SUNDERLAND
WILBERFORCE ROCKETS
BANCROFT
BELOW NOVICE
BELOW NOVICE
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BELOW NOVICE
BELOW NOVICE
TYKE
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BELOW NOVICE
IP2 PROGRAM
BELOW NOVICE
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BELOW NOVICE
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TYKES
RYR SPORTS INC. HOCKEY PANTS
ELLIS FLOWERS
GOLDEN EAGLES
TORONTO
OAKVILLE
NOVICE
NOVICE
SUDBURY WOLVES OHL TICKETS
SUDBURY M BANTAM AAA WOLVES
SUDBURY
BANTAM
VICEROY PRACTICE ICE
COBDEN NOVICE #1 COBRAS
COBDEN
NOVICE
VICEROY PRO-SNAP
CLEARVIEW ICECATS ATOM
SCHREIBER NORTH STARS
ISLE
SCHREIBER
ATOM
ATOM
VICEROY PUCKHANDLER
ESPANOLA TIMBITS
ESPANOLA
BELOW NOVICE
VICEROY SOFTHANDS
MEADOWVALE ME 3 MN WHITE
NORTH SHORE TRACTORS
MISSISSAUGA
BELOW NOVICE
RICHARDS LANDING BELOW NOVICE
WINDSOR SPITFIRE OHL TICKETS
WINDSOR ATHLETIC ASSOC.
WINDSOR
MIDGET
2006 MILK “MVP” WINNERS
SCOTT ARMSTRONG
AUSTIN COLE
JOHN DIMONTE
JUSTIN HILDRETH
KATIE HUNTER
CHASE KING
MATTHEW KOSTIW
KYLE MARRY
AARON MILLER
SARAH RACIOPPA
ORANGEVILLE
INNISFIL
TORONTO
BEAMSVILLE
KINGSTON
PENETANGUISHENE
TORONTO
CLARINGTON
BRAMPTON
WHITBY
AGE 10
AGE 11
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