September 2010 Page 1 of 9 In this Issue…. Hockey PEI Minor Council, Board of Directors and staff, to share information and forge common ground on issues related to the 2010 Atlantic Challenge Cup game of hockey in the province. The workshop discussed information in such areas as: registration, Coach Clinic Welcomes Special Guest provincial championships, development initiatives, policy decisions and regulations regarding minor hockey. The following is a Hockey Summit Concludes summary of the workshop. 2010 Rule Emphasis Recreational Hockey Whitlock Inducted into Hall of Fame The biggest change with the hockey landscape this coming season is the introduction of a new “Recreational” male category for the Pee Wee to Midget divisions. Associations will be restricted to Evangeline Community Celebrates having one “A” (checking) team. Other teams will be classified as “Recreational” (non-checking). Minor council and the associations ….much more covered a variety of areas related to these changes and formulated some action items as a means to prepare for the upcoming season. Welcome Message “We are confident that this change will be a positive step for minor hockey in the province,” stated Hockey PEI Minor Council Chair Hockey PEI would like to welcome all players, Barry Thompson. “As with any change, we anticipate some coaches, officials, volunteers and parents to challenges in the initial stages, but with the assistance and the 2010-2011 hockey season. cooperation of our minor hockey associations we expect the resulting transition will be smooth”. On behalf of the board of directors of Hockey PEI, I send forth a message of deep Coaching Certification appreciation to all the hockey volunteers across the province whom act in a variety of Delegates were updated on recent changes to the coaching capacities. Your contribution and certification program approved by Hockey PEI. The updated change is in regards to “AA” teams (male and female). Beginning commitment to the game is to be commended Eugene Power and applauded. Without you, the game this season, the Head Coach must obtain Development 1 cannot happen. certification. Further to that, beginning in the 2011-2012 season, all coaches at the “AA” level must have must have Development 1 To all the players of the game. Work hard, respect your teammates, certification. As in previous seasons, it is mandatory that all team officials have Speak Out or Respect in Sport certification. The opposition, officials and coaches and most importantly have fun! st deadline to obtain certifications is December 31 . We hope that this season is one that is filled with lasting memories. This is your game. Best wishes for a highly successful and Provincial Championships enjoyable hockey season. Minor council and the associations determined the dates for this Yours in hockey, season provincial championships. Recreational Provincials March 25-27 Eugene Power President - Hockey PEI 'A' Provincials March 18-20 'AA' Provincials March 25-27 Midget „AA‟ Female Provincials March 18-20 Minor Hockey Presidents Gather 'AA' Midget Male Wildcard Tournament March 18-20 for Annual Workshop Atom 'AAA' Provincials March 18-20 Pee Wee „AAA‟ Provincials March 11-13 Hockey PEI Minor Council recently concluded their annual Minor Hockey Presidents Workshop in Charlottetown. This workshop is an opportunity to bring together representatives (presidents and executive members) from the 20 Minor Hockey Associations, Hockey PEI – 40 Enman Crescent, PO Box 302 Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7K7 Ph: 902-368-4334 Fax: 902-368-4337 www.hockeypei.com In the Crease September 2010 Page 2 of 9 Presentations Kristen‟s family is touched by the outpouring of concern for Kristen. The hockey community is organizing several fund-raising events, with In addition to regular business, delegates were treated to a proceeds going to the Kristen Cameron Trust Fund. presentation by Corey McNabb, Senior Manager Player Development Hockey Canada. Mr McNabb shared his knowledge and vision Individual donations to the Kristen Cameron Trust Fund can be made regarding the game by presenting the Hockey Canada Long Term at any TD Canada Trust Branch across Canada. (Information Athlete Development Plan. McNabb directed his presentation on the required: Transit 56803, 192 Queen Street, Charlottetown; Bruce importance and delivery of the Hockey Canada Initiation Program and Donaldson, Branch Manager). Your support is much appreciated. how focused development of our youngest players only helps to strengthen our programs in the long term. McNabb was in Charlottetown to deliver a development seminar to provincial minor Team PEI Prepares for hockey coaches. The coach seminar ran the duration of two days and Atlantic Challenge Cup encompassed off and on ice sessions. These coaches are now qualified to provide specialty clinics in their home associations. Hockey PEI will be well th represented at the 15 Annual Atlantic Challenge Kristen Cameron Trust Fund Cup on October 8-11th in Moncton NB. The annual On September 12, Kristen Cameron event showcases the best players in Atlantic Canada representing was struck by an impaired driver in their respective provinces. a hit-and-run accident while she was cycling in Erie, Pennsylvania. Twenty teams will converge on the Red Ball Internet Centre in Moncton looking for an Atlantic Championship. The Atlantic Twenty-five year old Kristen grew up Challenge Cup is the “Best of the Best” competition for Atlantic in Charlottetown where she was Canada‟s top Under 15 and Under 18 Female, as well as the top actively involved in sports. She Under 14, Under 15 and Under 16 Male Players. played hockey with the Charlottetown Minor Hockey Provincial teams from New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Association. Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island, will compete in the round robin event. Upwards of 400 players, will represent their province with In 2004, Kristen enrolled at Bowdoin pride and compete for the title of Atlantic Champion. College where she played four seasons of collegiate hockey. While The Atlantic Challenge Cup is the culmination of the High attending Bowdoin College, Kristen Performance Programs in each of the aforementioned provinces. The was a three time All NESCAC selection and in 2006 she was named a High Performance Program at the provincial level has provided First Team All-American. Kristen spent the 2008-09 season as an players, staffs, and officials with an opportunity to develop, learn and assistant coach with the Castleton State College women‟s hockey challenge themselves as they strive for excellence. Hockey PEI‟s program while she was pursuing a Master of Education Degree. development process begun in April and will conclude with the Atlantic Challenge Cup. The players and staff continue to train and prepare as The 2010-11 hockey season is Kristen‟s second with the Mercyhurst they await the opportunity to challenge themselves against their College women‟s hockey program, where she has been an integral counterparts from the other Atlantic Provinces. part of the coaching staff. Kristen is currently taking a Master of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership. Keep up to date by checking out the Atlantic Challenge Cup website at www.atlanticchallengecup.com. This website will have live scoring Kristen‟s family has long been involved in the hockey community. Her throughout the event. father Brian Cameron, Charlottetown, served as President of Hockey PEI from 1993-1995 and has coached several teams in the Hockey PEI Under 14 Male Charlottetown Minor Hockey Association. Kristen‟s mother, Joanne Cameron, Stratford, was an active volunteer with several minor Position Last Name City hockey teams. Kristen‟s two siblings, Craig and Jennifer, along with numerous cousins and other family members are sports enthusiasts. G Brolan Brennan Central Bedeque D Sebastien Cormier Stratford As a result of the accident, Kristen has sustained a serious spinal cord G James Duffy Stratford injury. She received immediate medical care at Hamot Medical Center FW Michael Evoy Charlottetown in Erie. Kristen will undergo a period of rehabilitation at Lyndhurst Centre (Toronto Rehab) to improve her mobility. FW Chasse Gallant Summerside FW Cole Hackett Tignish Kristen is a focused young woman with a determined spirit. Her FW Nathan Handrahan Tignish positive attitude, coupled with the support from family and friends, will D Zachary Ladner Charlottetown help Kristen along her road to recovery. FW Johnathon Larter Charlottetown FW Jarrod MacAdam Morell FW Tanner McLean Charlottetown Hockey PEI – 40 Enman Crescent, PO Box 302 Charlottetown, PEI C1A 7K7 Ph: 902-368-4334 Fax: 902-368-4337 www.hockeypei.com In the Crease September 2010 Page 3 of 9 D Hunter McTague Charlottetown FW Mark MacMillan Charlottetown FW Max Morrison Cardigan FW Evan Morrison Launching D Parker Ronahan Charlottetown FW Connor Smith Charlottetown FW Taylor Runighan Charlottetown FW Thomas Stavert Kensington D Nathan Sanderson St Peters Bay D Jackson Donovan Charlottetown FW Spencer Sherren Charlottetown D Nathan Ellis Ellerslie FW Ryan Steele Stratford D Sam Hughes Stratford D Riley Thomson Charlottetown D Luke McIsaac Vernon River FW Brayden White Cornwall G Daryl MacCallum Charlottetown Head Coach Luke Beck FW Zach Beaton Stratford Asst. Coach Will Zafiris FW Dalton MacDonald Vernon River Asst. Coach Jeff MacPherson FW Jordan Mayhew Kensington Director Operations Baron Delaney FW Logan Doiron Charlottetown Trainer Donnie Robbins D John Young Grand Tracadie FW Kameron Kielly Sherwood