September 21st, 2011. The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario [IBAO] extended their annual sponsorship of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association [OMHA] to introduce a brand new goalie outreach program called, 'The Best Insurance is a Good Goalie'.

The OMHA and IBAO Goaltender Equipment Outreach Program is an effort to support children who have dreams of becoming a hockey goaltender, by providing a set of hockey goaltending equipment to 5-7 year old players interested in trying the position. In addition, IBAO will provide minor hockey associations with goaltending resources to aid coaches. Over forty sets of new equipment will be given to young players across the province.

PHOTO: NHL Goaltending Consultant Kay Whitmore helps outfit Adam Lalicata with equipment from the "The Best Insurance Is A Good Goaltender" Outreach Program Goalie Kit.

"IBAO continues to support this great provincial group focused on building and growing the skills of youth in our communities," stated IBAO CEO, Randy Carroll. "Brokers are committed to the people and programs in their communities. This type of sponsorship directly relates to that commitment by encouraging youth to be active."

PHOTO: A sample of the goalie kit.

'We are thankful for the support of the Insurance Brokers of Ontario,' stated OMHA President Joyce Junker. 'Becoming a goaltender requires a significant initial investment. This Program will help afford children a better opportunity to get a chance to try the position.'

To download an application, please visit the JOIN THE OMHA section at www.omha.net or contact 905-780-2174.

As a result of the recent Ontario Hockey Federation motion with respect to Body Checking in House League Hockey, the OMHA Development Committee has drafted a recommendation, which has been subsequently reviewed and adopted for implementation by the OMHA Sub-Committee. This will take effect immediately, for the coming 2011-2012 season.

>> Body Checking in OMHA Recreational Hockey [.pdf]

As the current OMHA Team Entry Fee structure does not identify a fee for MD entries, teams entering in this category will be at the current fee for Select League [see OMHA Manual of Operations Regulation 4.5]. Any reconciliation, if necessary for teams in this situation, will follow.

The OMHA By-Law and Regulations Committee will undertake a review of impact on current Regulation 4.5.

The OMHA Tournament Committee will also address the impact of the document as it applies to Tournaments, and revise the OMHA Tournament booklet accordingly.

As with any change, questions may inevitably arise. Please do not hesitate in directing your inquiries to your Regional Executive Member or the OMHA Office.

The Hockey Hall of Fame is set to honour its newest inductees - Ed Belfour, Doug Gilmour, Mark Howe and Joe Nieuwendyk. Be a part of the excitement all weekend long at the Hall with tributes to the newest inductees including fan forums, special guest appearances, autographed giveaways, the annual Legends Classic, plus much more. The weekend's events will culminate with the Induction Celebration Gala taking place during the evening of Monday, November 14.

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Catch the 2011 Haggar Hockey Hall of Fame Legends Classic on Sunday November 13th at Air Canada Centre, Toronto. Captains Ray Bourque and Borje Salming will lead two legendary all-star squads, featuring the 2011 Hockey Hall of Fame inductees. The festivities begin with the pre-game Induction Blazer Ceremony and include Alan Frew of Glass Tiger live in concert.

SPECIAL OFFER - Purchase your Legends Classic tickets in the Hockey Hall of Fame''''s Spirit of Hockey Store or at HHOF.com and save 20% OFF regular ticket rates. OR purchase 15 or more tickets and save 40% OFF regular ticket rates. For group tickets, contact Joanna White - jwhite@hhof.com or 416-548-9681.

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