Coaching News
Something Exciting is Coming! Introducing the Admirals Shadow Collection
A NEW LOOK. A NEW STORE. A LIMITED-EDITION COLLECTION. Hello Admirals Families, We have some exciting news to share. Our official Admirals apparel partner, Hometown, is launching a brand-new website on November 20, and we’re celebrating with something special! For a limited time, we’re excited to offer the exclusive Admirals Shadow Collection. This range of Admirals apparel features…
Read MorePlayer/Team Photos now available
As you all may have begun to notice, player photos are available for order. Player proofs are private, so families must register their player to access their own photos: https://flashpoint.getmypix.co/league/rJkp3GYBoTr-X09XcNW3nZuyp2lhLevv Every photographed player will receive a FREE memory mate photo. This is a combination of individual and team photos. If families only want this print, they don’t need to…
Read MoreVerify your team schedules–TimeZone issues with TeamSnap
To address problems with existing calendar entries being off by one hour after November 1, TeamSnap has created a *new* time zone to use: “America/Vancouver”. We have tried to make this the default settings for all *new* events created within each team calendar, but you will need to verify whether your existing calendar events are…
Read MoreOct 27/28: VMHA Photo Night Plan & Schedule
VMHA will be holding its annual team photo nights on Tuesday October 27 and Wednesday October 28, 2026 in the Cafeteria of Oak Bay High School. Please see the following note for details on timing and location for each team, plus instructions for Team Managers and Coaches. You must show up for your exact time…
Read MoreUpcoming 2026-27 Coaching Clinics
Here is a list of upcoming coaching clinics from VIAHA: https://victoriaminorhockey.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/43/2026/10/2026-BC-Hockey-Coach-Coordinator-Lead-Report-OCT-9-2026.pdf BC HOCKEY NORTH & SOUTH ISLAND COACH COORDINATOR /EVALUATION LEAD – BRIAN SUGIYAMA: The only clinics being delivered in person is Dev 1 Part 2 (7-8 hours including 1-1.5 hour ice session). The following Dev 1 Part 2 clinics are scheduled to date: Oct…
Read MoreNew team staff: How to create a Hockey Canada ID (HCRID)
All team staff positions (other than treasurer, who only needs a CRC) needs to have a Hockey Canada ID (HCRID) and complete the coursework to be rostered. These instructions should help: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fKdqtDGpVlpgAmWErhELPmWb1m45nVsXixw5w70GNBo/view?tab=t.0#heading=h.oe01tj9yrrm1 Start here if you have never played minor hockey yourself, officiated or volunteered: If you don’t have a Hockey ID yet: All team…
Read MoreSeveral important rule changes for this season
Hockey Canada has changed some of its rules for the upcoming season. Coaches, scorekeepers, and officials should watch the video below: Hockey Canada’s explanation of new rules: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVjDRMiV5qE If you’d rather read a summary, Hockey Ontario put together one here: https://www.omha.net/news_article/show/1366017
Read MoreFull Details on 2026 Rep Assessments (as of August 29, 2026)
Hello Admirals Players and Families – welcome back for the 2026/27 season! You are receiving this email as your player is registered to assess for the Admirals’ Representative Program. Team colour assignments for tryouts have been posted on the Schedules page (as of August 28, 2026) Volunteer assignments are posted here. All Rep Assessment news…
Read MoreIntroducing VMHA Swap & Shop
If you’re a VMHA member, feel free to join the VMHA Swap & Shop Facebook group. Buy / Sell / Trade hockey gear, training aids, and VMHA apparel.
Read More2026 Rep Assessments start Saturday August 29th
Rep tryouts for the 2026/27 season will begin Saturday August 29th. Please see the process for this year’s assessments here.
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