Hello Cayuga Minor Hockey families,
It’s time to have your say....
Voting on the proposed Rep partnership amongst the Caledonia, Cayuga, Dunnville, and Hagersville minor hockey associations is scheduled to take place at our arena on the following dates:
Sunday, Nov. 28th - 2 PM-6 PM
Wednesday, Dec. 1st - 6 PM-8:30 PM
Thursday, Dec. 2nd - 6 PM-9:30 PM
Please plan on attending and casting your ballot to have your say in the future of Rep hockey here in Haldimand.
Voting will take place according to the rules set by our By-Laws (Section 3) For example - Parents/guardians have one vote per person up to a maximum of 2, Team Officials have one vote per team, Board members and players aged 18+ each have one vote per person. Please declare which class of membership you are voting under.
Some key points to consider:
- The new association will only affect the Representative teams in each association. The Local League teams will operate as they have in the past.
- The new association will operate as an A centre (pending OMHA approval) allowing for players to remain in Haldimand County and still play at a high, competitive level rather than leaving for larger centres.
- Even though the OMHA is eliminating the AE level after this season, they have confirmed there will be an opportunity for additional Rep teams at a classification lower than A if numbers show there is interest. (for example; B BB, C, CC, D, DD, etc.)
What’s next after the vote?
- If the outcome is in favour, the proposal is submitted to the OMHA for approval.
- If approved, early in 2022, the executive of the new association will be elected from each of the local centres. (4 from each association)
- Executive meetings of the new association will take place soon after to fill roles and begin planning for the upcoming season.
- The coach selection process will follow, looking toward team tryouts in the Spring of 2022.
If you have any further questions, please be sure to check the FAQ’s posted on our website or ask a member of our executive.
Thank you for your participation in this process!