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Ball Hockey NL 2025 AGM

Ball Hockey NL 2025 AGM

Newfoundland Labrador Ball Hockey Association
 
2025 Annual General Meeting
 
Sunday, April 27, 2025 @ 10:00 AM
Glendenning Golf Club
 
Election of NLBHA Directors
    VP Men’s, Masters
    Treasurer
    Secretary
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NL Selects Provincial Teams tryouts

NL Selects Provincial Teams tryouts

Canadian Junior National Ball Hockey Championships will  be held in Mississauga, Ontario from July 29 – August 2, 2025.
 
NLBHA NL Selects Provincial Teams will be having camps for the following divisions:
15U Boys (Born 2010 / 2011)
17U Boys (Born 2008 / 2009)
19U Boys (Born 2006 / 2007)
15U Girls (Born 2010 / 2011)
17U Girls (Born 2008 / 2009)
19U Girls (Born 2006 / 2007)
 
Anyone interested in trying out for NLBHA NL Selects Provincial Teams must register between January 12, 2025 to April 6, 2025.
Registration is now open. Don’t delay register today!
The registration fee is $150.00 (Regional Camps $50.00 & Provincial Camp $100.00) which is non-refundable.
Registration fees shall be paid in full by registration deadline (April 6, 2025) to be fully registered.
 
Please Note the Following:
Regional Camps – May 2 – 4, 2025 (Tentative) will be held in St. John’s, Gander, Corner Brook & Labrador.
Provincial Camp – May 23 – 25, 2025 (Tentative Date) will be held in St. John’s.
More details on Regional Camps & Provincial Camp will be released later.
 
“Today is a Great Day for Ball Hockey”
 
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Women’s Camp 2025

Women’s Camp 2025

2025 U23 and NL United Women’s Tryout Camp REGISTRATION.

The 2025 U23 Women’s National Championship will take place July 22-26, 2025. 

The 2025 Women’s Premier ‘A’ National Championship will take place August 4-9, 2025.

Both tournaments will be played in Mississauga, Ontario and hosted by the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA)

Register: via the button below.

Cost: $60 [per player] per team. [e.g. – 1 Player 1 Team = $60 | 1 Players 2 Teams = $120] Registration will not be complete until payment is received.

Payment: via EMT to:  femaleballhockey@gmail.com (Please include the player’s name and team you are trying out for in the message section of your EMT).  

Location: All tryout sessions will take place at Buckmaster’s Circle Recreation Center

Dates – April 13, April 27, May 4, May 11

Times: U23: 9:30-10:30 | Women’s PremierA“: 10:30-11:30

 
EXEMPTIONS: Any player not able to attend the tryout sessions can apply for exemption. Please state the reason for the exemption request. (ie. out of province for school, location and travel, injury, etc) 

This too should be sent to femaleballhockey@gmail.com

 
IMPORTANT: All interested players will be required to register on or prior to April 3 
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NL BALL HOCKEY COACHES SEMINAR

NL BALL HOCKEY COACHES SEMINAR

2025 NL Ball Hockey Coaches Seminar
 
Dates: Friday, March 21, 2025 and Saturday, March 22, 2025
 
Location: Glendenning Golf Club [see map below]
 
Register: via E-mail to treasurer@ballhockeynl.ca
 

Cost: $25.00 Fee [includes lunch on Saturday]  via Email Money Transfer to treasurer@ballhockeynl.ca

Open to all interested persons and members of the NLBHA.

Details: Come listen to some of the most respected and World-renowned Ball Hockey minds.

Presenters and topics:

We are very pleased to announce former ISBHF President and Multiple Team Canada Gold Medal winning coach George Gortsos as one of our main presenters for this event! George will be presenting on the topics of Defensive Zone Coverage and Forechecking

It is our pleasure to welcome to the rock the current two-time defending Team Canada World Championship Men’s Head Coach Mr. Jason Cormier to present on special teams Power Play and Penalty Killing.

NL Ball Hockey Past President and Provincial Team Head Coach Mr. Tom Walsh will be presenting on Nutrition, Training and proper rest/recovery for events.

Former Team Canada player and Certified Mental Health Counsellor, Brad Yetman, will be presenting on Mental Preparedness for teams and players. Keys to the right mindset for athletes.

Current NL Ball Hockey President and former Team Canada Women’s World Champion Coach Steve Power will be presenting on Team Building and its Importance for Success.

 
Closing date:  Monday March 17, 2025
 
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TEAM CANADA 2025 STAFF

TEAM CANADA 2025 STAFF

We’re excited to announce that the Canada Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) is now accepting applications for the following positions for the 2025 Team Canada Men’s & Women’s Masters 35+ program in Bermuda.
 
  • Men’s Equipment Manager
  • Women’s Equipment Manager
  • Men’s Athletic Therapist/Physio
  • Women’s Athletic Therapist/Physio
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We kindly ask for your assistance in sharing this opportunity with your affiliated provincial organizations and networks. 
Please feel free to distribute the attached files or forward this email to anyone who may be interested.
 
Application Deadline: MARCH 21, 2025
 
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their resumes to gslavin31@gmail.com
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HOCKEY BUDS

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The Ball Hockey Lab

The Ball Hockey Lab

The Ball Hockey Lab is happy to be back for another season and is looking forward to bringing our clinics to new parts of Newfoundland and Labrador and growing the sport we love! 

Registration and program details coming soon!

If you would like to see a Ball Hockey Lab clinic in your area send us a dm!
 
https://www.facebook.com/theballhockeylabinc 
theballhockeylab@gmail.com
 
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JOB OPPORTUNITY – NLBHA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

JOB OPPORTUNITY – NLBHA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

JOB OPPORTUNITY – NLBHA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

(Contractual Full-time April –August/part-time September to March)

Closing date: Friday, March 7, 2025

The NLBHA is seeking an energetic, organized and experienced sports administrator to help lead the game of ball hockey into the future. You will serve as the point of contact for all stakeholders involved in the sport of ball hockey. If you are an exceptional leader with excellent communication skills, and looking for a new challenge, this opportunity is for you!

The Executive Director will be responsible to handle all affairs of the NLBHA, reporting directly to the NLBHA Board of Directors.

Responsibilities include:

  • Provide the NLBHA with leadership and vision in consultation and with input from the NLBHA Board of Directors
  • Represent the NLBHA locally, provincially and nationally and liaise with all stakeholders involved in the sport of ball hockey including government ministries, member associations, CBHA, SportNL and others.
  • Oversee the implementation of programs, adhere to NLBHA policies and procedures, inform others of risk management procedures, and adhere to all federal and provincial legislative privacy requirements, (PIPEDA).
  • Develop and distribute marketing materials, and manage webpage and social media accounts
  • Coordinate NLBHA events in conjunction with NLBHA Board of Directors including outreach initiatives, evaluation camps, provincial tournaments, national tournaments, and work to secure floor time, fees, forms, scheduling, officiating, travel, etc.
  • Advise members of the CBHA insurance program including processing of claims with the CBHA and collect and maintain accurate insurance records such as certificate of insurance, etc.
  • Establish, update and maintain an accurate NLBHA membership list
  • Record, track and maintain inventory, including uniforms, equipment, awards, trophies, etc.
  • Attend NLBHA and CBHA meetings as required
  • General accounting/financial duties and preparation of written/verbal reports in consultation with NLBHA Board of Directors.
  • Other related duties as required

Qualifications:

  • Degree or Diploma in Sports Administration or related field OR equivalent experience
  • Experienced in office administration, preparing funding applications, written/verbal reports, budgeting and basic bookkeeping
  • General computer skills and experience maintaining social media platforms.
  • Must hold a valid driver’s license, be willing to travel and work from home
  • Experience in working with volunteer Boards and sport authorities

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please send along your application including salary expectation to:

Steve Power, President, NLBHA at stevepowernl@hotmail.com

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WOMEN & MEN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – ADULT TEAMS

WOMEN & MEN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – ADULT TEAMS

WOMEN & MEN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST – ADULT TEAMS
 
The CBHA plan on hosting the following tournaments in Mississauga, Ontario 
 
Women’s U23 Nationals:  July 22–26
Women’s Premier ‘A’ Nationals:  August 4–9
 
Men’s U23 Nationals:  July 22–26
Men’s Premier ‘A’ Nationals:  August 4–9
 
Any female interested in playing on the above teams is asked to reply with their expression of interest to femaleballhockey@gmail.com by Thursday, March 6.
 
Any male interested in playing on the above teams is asked to reply with their expression of interest to vicepresident@ballhockeynl.ca by Thursday, March 6.
 
Please include the following:
1. Name 
2. DOB
3. Position
4. Team(s) interested in playing on.
 
THIS IS NOT REGISTRATION FOR TRYOUTS – Further information will be forthcoming on tryout dates and costs associated when team staff is selected.
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Provincial Team Coaches

Provincial Team Coaches

2025 Team NL Coaching Opportunities
 
The Newfoundland and Labrador Ball Hockey Association (NLBHA) is pleased to announce staff position openings for our Adult Provincial Teams  attending the 2025 CBHA National Championships.  We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to lead Team NL as Head Coaches & Assistant Coaches across various categories. (Respect in Sports for Activity Leaders required)  
 
All CBHA National Championships will be in Mississauga, Ontario in 2025.
Available positions listed under each event.
 
Event Schedule:
Men’s B – C – D, Women’s B, Men’s U23 and Women’s U23 Championships: July 22–26
U23 Men’s – Head Coach and Assistant Coach
U23 Women’s – Head Coach and Assistant Coach
 
Premier ‘A,’ Masters O34, and Legends O44 Championships: August 4–9
Men’s A (NL Black Horse) – Head Coach and Assistant Coach
Women’s A (NL United) – Head Coach and Assistant Coach
Men’s Masters O34 – Head Coach and Assistant Coach
Men’s Legends O44 – Head Coach and Assistant Coach
 
Interested candidates, please send your resume and covering letter detailing your desired position and relevant experience to: treasurer@nlbha.com 
Deadline for submission: February 23, 2025. Candidates may be contacted for interviews.