Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Youth Hockey Programs in Orangeville, ON
Orangeville Minor Hockey has been dedicated to fostering youth hockey development in the Orangeville community since its establishment. We offer structured programs for players aged U5 to U21, including House League, Local League, and competitive Rep teams. Our organization provides coaching resources, trainer support, and development clinics to ensure players build fundamental skills and sportsmanship. With partnerships through the Ontario Minor Hockey Association and York Simcoe Minor Hockey League, we deliver competitive tournaments and events throughout the season. Our experienced leadership team prioritizes safe sport practices and community engagement, ensuring a positive environment for all participants.From beginner skaters to elite-level athletes, we provide pathways for growth through age-appropriate divisions and evaluation processes. Our facilities at Alder Street and Tony Rose Memorial Arena host regular practices, games, and special events like the Ray Hunt Memorial Classic. Through volunteer-driven governance and corporate sponsorships, we maintain accessible programming while investing in player development and facility improvements. Our digital network and mobile app keep families informed with real-time scores, schedules, and registration updates. Committed to hockey excellence since 1972, we continue shaping future champions through our community-focused approach.
Services
Youth Hockey Registration
House League Teams
Rep Team Tryouts
Coaching Clinics
Tournament Hosting
Player Development
Trainer Resources
Safe Sport Program
Digital Score Tracking
Facility Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1972
Highlights and features
- We offer age-specific development programs for U5-U21 players with certified coaching staff
- Our organization partners with Ontario Hockey Federation for standardized training protocols
- We provide transparent grading systems and competitive tournament opportunities
- Our volunteer leadership includes experienced hockey professionals with local expertise
- We maintain two dedicated arena facilities with year-round programming availability
Services
Youth Hockey Registration
Our registration program provides structured hockey opportunities for players aged U5 to U21. We offer multiple divisions including House League, Local League, and competitive Rep teams. Participants gain access to scheduled practices, regular games, and developmental assessments throughout the hockey season.
Rep Team Tryouts
Competitive tryout sessions identify top talent for our Rep teams across various age divisions. The evaluation process includes skill assessments, scrimmage participation, and coach evaluations conducted by certified hockey professionals. Selected players join our elite-level competitive programs.
Player Development Clinics
Specialized clinics focus on improving skating technique, puck handling, and game strategy for different age groups. Our certified instructors deliver targeted training sessions that emphasize fundamental skill development and advanced hockey techniques in a supportive environment.
Tournament Hosting
We organize annual hockey tournaments including the Ray Hunt Memorial Classic and Icebreaker Jamboree. These events feature competitive matchups across multiple divisions, attracting teams from regional hockey associations for multi-day tournament experiences.
Coaching Resources
Our coaching development program includes certification courses, practice planning tools, and ongoing educational resources. Certified coaches access specialized training materials, injury prevention protocols, and age-appropriate skill development curricula to enhance team performance.
People
Justin De Abaitua
President
Justin leads our organization with 15+ years of hockey administration experience, overseeing strategic operations and community partnerships while maintaining focus on player development and safety standards.
Jeff Deason
1st Vice President (House/Local League)
Jeff manages local league operations with extensive experience in grassroots hockey development, ensuring quality programming for recreational players through effective volunteer coordination and facility management.
Craig Ingham
Development Director U9 & Below
Craig specializes in youth skill development with certified coaching credentials, designing age-appropriate training programs that emphasize fundamental hockey skills and positive athlete development for our youngest players.
Maria Roberts
Tournament Director
Maria coordinates our annual tournament schedule with 10+ years of event planning experience, managing logistics for major events like the Ray Hunt Memorial Classic while ensuring competitive balance and participant satisfaction.
Inga Layman
Webmaster
Inga maintains our digital infrastructure with technical expertise, ensuring website functionality and mobile app performance that provides real-time updates on schedules, scores, and registration information for all participants.
Questions
How do I register my child for hockey programs?
Registration occurs through our online portal during designated periods, requiring player information, birth certificate, and program selection with payment processing.
What tryout opportunities exist for competitive teams?
Rep team evaluations occur annually in September with specific dates published on our website, requiring pre-registration and participation in multiple assessment sessions.
Are there development programs for beginner players?
U7 MD Prep Skates and evaluation packages introduce beginners to hockey fundamentals through structured sessions designed for first-time participants.
How are playing divisions determined?
Divisions use age-based classifications (U5 to U21) with skill assessments determining placement in House League, Local League, or Rep tiers.
What facilities do you use for practices and games?
We utilize Alder Street Arena and Tony Rose Memorial Arena with schedules published through our mobile app and website calendar.
How can I get involved as a volunteer?
Volunteer opportunities include coaching, team management, and tournament coordination through our executive committee, with applications accepted annually.
Reviews (4)
Michelle Lowes
Jan 02, 2020
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Worst league ever. we have a child playing and they have no real coaches or trainers. just volunteer parents, do yourself a favor and register your child or children with a different surrounding league. terrible
Apple
Sep 16, 2019
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The Orangeville Minor Hockey Association of Orangville has a lot of nice folks but unfortunately I can not say the same about one of their head coaches, Gord Black!
Gord Black is a self centered , prejudice , arrogant , so called coach of whom adds new meaning to the word politics! He is also the reason that a lot of our tyke players are leaving Orangeville to go play somewhere/everywhere else. If you consider your child to be a good hockey player and don't want to be caught in the middle of politics and nonsense, you better enroll your child in a different league and city. It's so sad that someone
Gord Black is a self centered , prejudice , arrogant , so called coach of whom adds new meaning to the word politics! He is also the reason that a lot of our tyke players are leaving Orangeville to go play somewhere/everywhere else. If you consider your child to be a good hockey player and don't want to be caught in the middle of politics and nonsense, you better enroll your child in a different league and city. It's so sad that someone
Ice Pellets
Aug 21, 2019
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My sons both play in this league. I am removing them this year like lots of other parents did last year. no proper structure at all. the league only cares about looking professional on paper. terrible in every way. zero stars if I could
Sue Darch-Stevens
Jun 27, 2019
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Nobody works harder than the Orangeville Minor Hockey executive to provide a well organized, safe and fun hockey organization for our town! Great volunteer work! Keep it up!
