<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Golden Minor Hockey Association]]></title><description><![CDATA[Articles]]></description><link>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/</link><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright Golden Minor Hockey Association]]></copyright><generator>sNews CMS</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Bantam]]></title><description><![CDATA[  Bantam Team Page  

  
  Coach:   
  Assist Coach:   
  Manager:   
  Safety:   
  Concession:   
  
  The Bantam Team consists of Players aged 14/15. (?)  
  The Bantam Team is registered as an 'A' level Team. (?)  
  blah, blah, blah...  ]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Nov 2009 23:45:00 +0000</pubDate><link>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/team-pages/bantam/</link><guid>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/team-pages/bantam/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[April/2009]]></title><description><![CDATA[  In September 2008, hockey season began with great anticipation and excitement. New teams, new coaches, new friends and new experiences. Our association in Golden has 85 registered to play hockey from the A/B initiation level 5 to 6 years old to Midget level 15 to 17 years old. Over the course of the hockey season skills are developed in practice, efforts are put forth in games and bonds are made with teammates. A hockey season should not solely be judged on wins and losses. The overall experience is the key. Our success on the ice clearly demonstrates that the future of hockey in Golden remains strong.  

  Without the dedication of our certified volunteer coaches, none of this would be possible. It takes a tremendous amount of effort to instruct and inspire a team of young athletes. To all the men and women who stepped forward to coach our teams this year who lead busy lives away from the rink. Taking the time to give what they give on the ice is something worthy of respect. I would like to thank each and every one of you for your great work this year.  

  Team managers, hockey moms and dads who step up to the plate during the course of a season is also something that deserves a lot of credit. The passion off the ice by volunteer parents organizing tournaments, gathering jerseys, working at the concession and cheering in the stands is the overall key to success. To all the volunteers that attended Food Safe in order to man the concession that was a requirement this year. Thank you.  

  To our on ice certified officials. I would like to thank you all for your dedication in officiating all the league, tournaments and upcoming playoff games in Golden.  

  Our business community is also worth mentioning. We have had tremendous support throughout the years from our business community for tournaments, sponsorship and special events.  

  At the board level we had plenty of challenges and we implemented a lot of new changes this year. This was my first year as president. I came into the position unsure of what to expect. I must say it was a truly a pleasure working with the group of volunteer board members we have. It's most often a thankless job, but time and time again I saw this group focus on the task at hand and help ensure that what happens behind the scenes enhances the experiences our kids had on the ice. A sincere thank you to all board members.  

  Finally to the players. It gives coaches, parents and grandparents, no greater pleasure than to watch a kid hustle on the ice and succeed. Whether you realize it or not, all of you have become better players since the season began in September. Your efforts on the ice and your positive attitude off the ice is something Golden Minor Hockey is proud of. Good luck to all teams in remaining league play, tournaments and playoff games.  

  
Steve Buchanan - Golden Minor Hockey President  
]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 20:12:53 +0000</pubDate><link>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/president-messages/april2009/</link><guid>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/president-messages/april2009/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Annual General Meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[  
	  
	  
		  
			      GOLDEN
			MINOR HOCKEY      
			    
			  
			      Annual
			General Meeting      

			    
			  
			    
			  
			      DATE:      		MAY
			13      TH      
			    
			  

			      TIME:      		7:00
			PM    
			    
			  
			      WHERE:      		ARENA
			MEETING ROOM (UPSTAIRS)    
			    
			  

			      WHY:      		TO
			ELECT THE NEW EXECUTIVE    
			    
			  
			      WHY
			ME:      	TO HAVE A
			VOICE IN THE DECISION MAKING   
			  
			    

			  
			  
			  
			  
			    Golden
			Minor Hockey is looking for volunteers who would like to help out
			and become an active member on the Executive, we         NEED        
			you.    
			    

			  
			    Without
			the executive there is no hockey.    
			    
			  
			    
			  
			        Thank
			you,        
			    

			  
			        2008/09
			Executive        
			    
			  
		  
	  
  
]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2009 20:00:44 +0000</pubDate><link>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/home/annual-general-meeting/</link><guid>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/home/annual-general-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Coaching Rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[  BC Hockey announced today that steps will be taken to increase the level of safety for coaches taking part in on-ice activities.  
  
 

  At meetings held this past weekend in Richmond, the BC Hockey Executive Committee passed a motion which will effectively require all coaches to wear a helmet during team practices.  A directive was issued today to all member minor hockey associations in BC and the Yukon notifying them of the requirement, which will take effect on December 1, 2008.
  
 

  "The decision is viewed as a necessary step in the evolution of safety requirements for hockey participants, and has been in development over the past couple of years" noted BC Hockey Risk Manager Randy Henderson.   "We had put our plans on hold in anticipation of a national directive on the subject, but when we received word last week from the Hockey Canada Safety and Risk Management Committee that the release of a national policy was not imminent our Board decided it was time to take action here in BC."
  
 

  The decision sets out that failure to wear a helmet by a coach at practice will result in the pulling of BC Hockey's sanction of the practice.  Unsanctioned activities are not covered by the association's insurance policy.   The new policy will mean that all coaches who participant on-ice with their players will be required to wear a CSA approved helmet.  "This policy is being introduced with the coach's safety in mind" added Henderson.  
  
 

  For more information about BC Hockey, please visit the BC Hockey website at www.bchockey.net   ]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:05:29 +0000</pubDate><link>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/coaches-information/new-coaching-rules/</link><guid>http://jlhaslip.com/snews/coaches-information/new-coaching-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concession ~ November]]></title><description><![CDATA[  The GMHA is responsible for providing Concession services for the following November "Rockets" games:  
  
      Nov  8th - Creston - 7:30pm  
      Nov  9th - Chase - 1:00pm (afternoon game)  
      Nov 14th - Beaver valley - 7:30pm  
      Nov 22nd - Summerland - 7:30pm  
      Nov 23rd - Princeton - 1:00pm (afternoon game)  
    
  
  Check the Bulletin Board in the Arena Lobby for your Team's Concession responsibilities and schedule.  

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