League News

   

Seeking Expression of Interest for Director Positions and Division Coordinators

Sackville Minor is seeking expressions of interest for the following vacant Director and Division Coordinator positions:

 

Director Positions: 

  • Director of Policy
  • Director of Tournaments 
  • Ombudsman 

Division Coordinator Positions:

  • U9 Division Coordinator 
  • U11 Recreation
  • U13 Competitive 
  • U15 Competitive 
  • U18 Competitive 

Directors must be in good standing with SMHA and must have one year of volunteer experience with either SMHA or another Minor Hockey association. All Directors must have a current Criminal Record Check as per the process provided by SMHA.

The Division Coordinators support communications between the Executive, Coaching/Bench staff, and SMHA Players/Families. The Division Coordinators report to their respective Vice President (VP Competitive, VP Recreation, VP U9, or VP U7) and assist in all operational functions related to their division, fostering a positive hockey experience for all SMHA players and families.


Please email Natalie Lafleche at secretary@flyershockey.ca to express your interest in any of the positions listed below. Please include a short message confirming that you meet the requirements, and why you think you would be suitable for the role.


Submission Deadline: 11:59pm, Saturday, August 15th, 2026. The executive will vote and appoint each Board Position. If necessary, interviews will be held (dates to be confirmed); however, a virtual option will be available.

 

Aug 7, 2026

2026-2027 Coach Applications for U9-U18

SMHA is seeking Coach Applications for all teams in the U9, U11, U13, U15, and U18 Divisions. 

A meeting for potential Coaches for U5 and U7 will take place closer to the start of the season. 

 

The Coach Application deadline is 11:59pm on Sunday, August 23rd, 2026. Applications must be submitted by this time in order to be considered for coaching positions for the 2026-2027 season.

Applicants will be contacted to schedule interviews after the application deadline.  

Fill in the form below, or Click Here to open the form in a new window.

Aug 6, 2026

Score Big on Savings – Sport Chek Shopping Event for Hockey Teams & Families

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Good evening SMHA families,
Sport Chek stores across Nova Scotia and Newfoundland invite SMHA — including coaches, players, officials and their families and friends — to an exclusive shopping event where everyone can Score Big on savings at our participating stores!
Event Date: Wednesday August 12 – Saturday August 15
The Savings:
  • 30% off Regular Priced Apparel and Footwear
  • 20% off Regular Priced Equipment
Participating Locations:
Nova Scotia: Bedford Commons, Bayers Lake, Halifax Shopping Centre, Dartmouth Crossing, New Minas, Truro, Yarmouth Mall, Bridgewater Mall, New Glasgow Mall, Antigonish Mall, Sydney Mall
Newfoundland & Labrador: Corner Brook, Gander, Grand Falls, Avalon Mall, Village Mall, Stavanger Drive
To participate in this offer:
  1. Players and Coaches must show or mention the invitation (this email) at the cash register at the time of purchase to receive their savings.
Thank you once again for your continued support, and we look forward to hosting your teams at our special shopping event! Good luck in the upcoming season.
Tim Ryan District Manager, Sport Chek – Nova Scotia & Newfoundland 
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Aug 5, 2026

Registration Update: GrayJay Pay

GrayJay Registration Information
As we gear up for another exciting hockey season, we want to share an important update to our registration process.

Last season, Sackville Minor Hockey Association introduced the GrayJay platform for tryouts and evaluations. We will now be using GrayJay for all player registrations for the upcoming season as well as our Preseason camps. Both platforms will open for registration tomorrow morning at 9:00am. 

Already Have a GrayJay Account?

If you registered for evaluations or skills camps through GrayJay last season, you should already have an account. Before registration opens, please log in to:

  • Confirm you can access your account.
  • Verify that all family members are listed in your profile.
  • Update any contact information if needed.


New to GrayJay?

If this is your first time using the platform, please review the attached attached step-by-step guide to create your account before registration opens.

Register Here:

https://grayjaypay.ca/organizations/113/sackville-minor-hockey-association/
Setting up or confirming your account in advance will help ensure a smooth registration experience when registration opens July 26, 2026 at 9:00am.

 

For the most up to date information on registration, visit our Flyers Website on our Registration Page

Division

OPENS

CLOSES

 

U13AAA

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 4, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

 

U11 to U18 Competitive

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

 

U9 and U11 to U18 Recreation

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 11, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

 

U5, U7 and U23

 

July 26, 2026 at 9:00am

 

September 30, 2026 at 11:59pm

(firm deadline)

We look forward to welcoming everyone back for another great season. Go Flyers! 

If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Heather Doucet at register@flyershockey.ca

Jul 25, 2026

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