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Important Reminder: SMHA Behaviour and Disciplinary Policy

Hello Parents and Spectators, 
 
As tryouts will soon be underway, we would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone of the following SMHA Behaviour and Disciplinary Policy. 
 
PARENTS/SPECTATORS are expected to:
 
  • remember that players are not participating in the game to entertain the parents.
  • not judge players by professional standards.
  • maintain their self-control at all times.
  • demonstrate respect for all officials and their decisions.
  • demonstrate respect for all participants of the game. 
  • encourage sportsmanship, effort and positive attitudes of all participants.

 

Suspensions for Non-team issues involving parents or fans are effective immediately without a meeting.
 
SMHA has zero tolerance of any forms of abuse and/or harassment during minor hockey events from any participants, any such conduct will result in a notice of suspension as follows:
 
1st Offense: 7-day suspension from all SMHA functions, including home and away games, tournaments, and practices.
2nd Offense: 14-day suspension from all SMHA functions, including home and away games, tournaments, and practices
3rd Offense: Indefinite suspension from all SMHA functions, including home and away games, tournaments, and practices, pending a review by a SMHA Discipline Committee.
 
No appeal will be entertained.
 
SMHA Risk Management 
 
Sep 9, 2026
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2026/27 SMHA Competitive Tryout Volunteers

SMHA is seeking volunteers to help facilitate the 2026/2027 tryout process. Please note volunteers will not be matched to a division that they have a player registered for. 

Bench Staff: Ideally Coaches who have their required certifications from last season. Coaches will not provide any coaching on the bench, and instead will mainly be responsible to ensure all the player's numbers are visible at all times and that lines remain intact. 

On Ice Drill Leaders and On Ice Drill Support: Ideally Coaches who have their required certifications from last season.

Dressing Room Volunteers: As per Hockey Nova Scotia, we are mandated to follow the "Rule of Two" when monitoring dressing rooms during all sessions. 

Ideally, we would have former managers or coaches sign up as they already have all required certifications in order to monitor dressing rooms. 

We truly appreciate each and every volunteer who takes the time out of their schedule to help facilitate a successful tryout for our players in the Sackville Minor community! 

2026/27 SMHA Competitive Tryout Volunteers Form

Sep 9, 2026
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Attention U5 & U7: Welcome to Hockey Event & Volunteers needed!

Hi Sackville Minor Hockey Families,

We’re excited to invite you to our 4th annual Welcome to Hockey Night, happening Sunday, September 13th!

This is a chance to get familiar with the rink, ask questions, meet other hockey families, and get ready for the season ahead.

Event Details:

Who Should Attend:

  • U5 and U7 athletes and their families
  • Anyone interested in learning more about hockey and joining Sackville Minor Hockey this season

What to Bring:

Bring your questions, a mini stick for the kids, and the whole family!

What’s Planned:

  • Meet other hockey families, volunteers, and members of the Sackville Minor Hockey executive
  • Enjoy some refreshments while the kids play mini sticks
  • Take a tour of the arena and check out a dressing room
  • Get an up-close look at the Zamboni
  • Learn some of the hockey basics, including equipment, getting your player dressed, taping sticks, and more
  • Ask any questions you have about the upcoming season

We know there can be a lot to figure out at the beginning of a hockey season, especially with our youngest athletes. This night is meant to be fun and relaxed while giving families a chance to get comfortable around the rink and learn a few things before we get started.

We’re looking forward to a great evening and can’t wait to see everyone there!

See you at the rink,

Mike Black
VP U5/U7

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Parents of the U5/U7 division. We are looking for volunteers to help out in multiple roles with out U5 & U7 teams. Every little bit helps, and, from personal experience, it is one of the most rewarding things you can do in your child's life.

Coaches are on ice, we are all hands on deck for U5/U7 with certain limitations. If you've played hockey at ANY level please join. We've got plenty of experienced coaches helping you out. Part of this program is to bring in new coaches into our organization. You'll have all the help you need.

The team managers are in the stands, and they will deal directly with the parents, Kelsey Goucher who is our division coordinator, and myself on bookings, jamborees, Moosehead intermission games, etc..

The 50/50 coordinator will be in charge of collecting funds and tickets from all the players each month for the big 50/50 draw. If you're new to SMHA, this is a huge fundraiser for us, a large amount of this goes directly to your player.

Please fill out the attached form if you are interested! U5 & U7 Coach & Manager Volunteers Needed!

Thank you to anyone who is able to put their name forward, and help out in any way.

I look forward to seeing you at the rink!

Mike Black
VP U5/U7

Sep 7, 2026
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Coaches & Player Seminar Livestream!

Good Morning Families, Players and Coaches! 

If you can't make it to the seminar today, we are going live at the link below! 

Coaches and Player Seminar Livestream

 

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Coaches and Player Seminar Agenda!

 

Sunday, September 6th

10:30 AM – 1:30 PM

Cineplex Theatres – Lower Sackville

 

We’re bringing together high-performance coaches, Hockey Nova Scotia members, and special guests for an afternoon focused on learning, development, and making our hockey community even stronger.

 

Sackville Minor Hockey Association has been working hard behind the scenes to put together an exciting seminar for both our coaches and players ahead of the 2026/27 season!

 

We would love to have as many players and coaches in attendance as possible. We can't wait to see you there!

Sep 5, 2026
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Competitive Tryout Pages are now live!

Competitive Tryout pages are now live under the "Tryouts & Evaluations" tab of the Flyers website! 

Please note the ice times and flowcharts are tentative, as registration has not closed yet. 

The U13AAA & U18 flowcharts will be posted as soon as registration closes for the respective divsions as registrations numbers flucuated more than previous years. 

Please continue to check back regularly for any updates for your division! 

Evaluations pages for our Recreational division will be posted as soon as registration closes. 

U11AA/A/B Tryouts Page
U13AAA Tryouts Page
U13AA/A/B Tryouts Page
U15AA/A/B Tryouts Page
U18AA/A/B Tryouts Page

New this year!  

We have designed a SMHA Competitive Tryout Process Information page which you will also find located under the "Tryouts & Evaluations" tab of the Flyers website. 

The SMHA Competitive Tryout Resource Centre provides players and families with clear information about the tryout process, including policies, timelines, forms, and FAQs. It outlines the proper channels for submitting feedback, appeals, and excused absence requests during tryouts, helping ensure a consistent, transparent, and fair experience for all members. Please review the applicable information and procedures before submitting any forms.

Information will be added to this page as we go through the tryout process, please check back for helpful resources! 

Sep 4, 2026
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Seeking Pre-Season Volunteers - On Ice Helpers & Dressing Room Volunteers

Seeking Pre-Season On-Ice Helpers

We are looking for coaches willing to help during our pre-season camps, starting this evening!

Ideally, we would like coaches who volunteered last season, as we know they have the appropriate certifications required to be on the ice with our players.

If you are volunteering as an on-ice helper, please ensure you are available to attend all scheduled ice times for the camp.

Please use the Pre-Season On Ice Helpers spreadsheet to sign up.

 

Seeking Pre-Season Dressing Room Volunteers

As mandated by Hockey Nova Scotia, we must follow the “Rule of Two” when monitoring dressing rooms during all sessions.

Ideally, we would have former managers or coaches volunteer, as they already have the required certifications to monitor dressing rooms.

Please use the Pre-Season Dressing Room Volunteers spreadsheet to sign up.

We ask that volunteers only sign up if they are able to attend all sessions for the division and group they are volunteering to monitor.

Thank you to everyone who is able to lend a hand and help make our pre-season run smoothly!

Questions?
Please email Angela Pennell at Communications@FlyersHockey.ca

Sep 4, 2026
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