The application period for local hockey associations wishing to host the NHL/NHLPA First Shift in 2021-22 is NOW OPEN!

A truly unique experience designed to help kids fall in love with hockey. The six-week learn to play program continues to focus on having fun while learning basic skills. Full head-to-toe Bauer equipment is included with registration.

The NHL/NHLPA First Shift mission is to change the way hockey is offered, to inspire new families to join our community, and enroll their kids in our sport. Because of the program’s belief in all that hockey has to offer kids, their families and our communities, the NHL/NHLPA First Shift was designed to make hockey accessible, affordable, safe and most importantly, fun!

For more information on the program please go to www.firstshift.ca or apply immediately to host an event by CLICKING HERE.

Hockey New Brunswick is accepting nominations for the HNB Board of Directors. This season elections will be held for Regional Operating Council (ROC) Chairs 1, 3, 5 and 7.

As per By-Law 3.1 all nominations for Regional Operating Council (ROC) Chairs must be submitted in writing, via email, to the HNB Executive Director (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) no later than 15 days prior to the election. Dates for the elections are listed in the below table.

Attached to this memo is a BOD Nomination package which can be used to nominate an interested individual to the HNB Board of Directors. The package clearly outlines all the necessary information that must be submitted with the nomination along with information on the role of a ROC Chair.

Successful nominees will commence their term following the HNB Annual General Meeting on May 29^th, 2021 which will be held virtually.

The following list shows the vacant positions, date of election and deadline for nominations.

 
** NOTE: all elections will be held virtually this season.

Board of Directors - Nomination Package

Terms of Reference

Regards,

Nic Jansen                                                                                                                          
Executive Director                                                                                                                           
Hockey New Brunswick                                                

We are proud to announce that Abby Clarke (U18 AAA EDZA West Reds, Head Coach) is the Hockey New Brunswick Coach of the Month.

“Abby Clarke is in her first year as head coach of the EDZA West U18 AAA TNT Reds. Her desire to give back to her community, love of the game and desire to help young female hockey players realize their hockey goals and dreams ultimately led to her decision to take on the role of Reds head coach. Abby has taken charge by putting countless hours into developing her vision for the team and working to build an elite program. She sends her players a detailed practice plan prior to each ice time so they can spend more time doing the drills and less time having them explained”.

“Abby seeks out opportunities for the girls to have guest coaches and zoom meetings when possible. This season, COVID-19 has created many challenges for players and coaches. Abby has found ways to adapt and devised a rigorous summer fitness program for the girls to follow at home in preparation for camp. She finds creative ways to use parking lots for team meetings and bonding events. Above all else, Abby has made it a top priority to keep our girls safe and to adhere strictly to all public health COVID guidelines.”

“While Abby cares about the development of her team, she cares about their lives outside of hockey as well. She makes sure to have team meetings and check-ins with the players regarding such topics as school and their mental health. She is a caring and compassionate coach, professional but also outgoing and fun! While she expects players to work hard and give 100% effort, she can also be heard laughing and having fun with the girls on the ice. She has even been known to strap on her goalie pads for practice or join the girls for their dry land training sessions. Abby knows balance is key to success. Abby is a wonderful role model as a person, an athlete, and a coach. The U18 AAA TNT Reds are very fortunate and grateful to have such a quality person involved with the program. The future of the Reds is brighter with Abby in it and an HNB Coach of the Month Award would be nice way to recognize her efforts and commitment to female hockey.”

Abby will receive a Bauer Coaches bag, a 1-year subscription to the Hockey Canada Network, and a CoachMate package from Hockey New Brunswick. To nominate someone for Coach of the Month click here: https://hnb.ca/en/coaches/coach-of-the-month