On behalf of the Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association, I would like to welcome you all to the start of another exciting hockey season!

Each year brings with it new opportunities for our players to grow, challenge themselves, and develop both on and off the ice. I am thrilled to see so many returning families and am equally excited to welcome new players and their families who are joining our community for the first time.

This season, our focus remains firmly rooted in player development, sportsmanship, teamwork and enjoyment of the game. Hockey offers so much more than skills on the ice – it teaches life lessons like respect, perseverance, and leadership. We are proud to provide an environment where our athletes can learn, compete and form lasting friendships.

I would like to remind all parents, guardians and fans how important our role is in shaping a positive experience for our players. Your encouragement and respectful support from the stands helps create an atmosphere that makes this sport so special. Please remember that our players, coaches and volunteers thrive most in an environment rooted in positivity and respect. Let’s all do our part to reinforce good sportsmanship and fair play at every opportunity.

We are sustained by volunteers – coaches, managers, board members and countless others are working behind the scenes to make hockey possible in our community. I am grateful for the tireless effort put forth by these individuals. If you are in a position to lend some of your time or talents, whether it’s helping  with tournaments, supporting fundraising activities or scorekeeping a game, I encourage you to get involved. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.

Thank you again for joining us for what promises to be another fantastic season of minor hockey. Let’s celebrate the hard work, the teamwork, and above all, the love of the game. See you at the rink!

Heather McKinnon

President, WLMHA

Ready to hit the ice? We are less than 1 month away for our Rec Division Player Evaluations!

What to Bring:

  • Full gear

  • Water bottle

  • Positive attitude!

⏰ Arrive 30 minutes early to check in and get ready.

📌 View the full schedule below for the associated divisions. Group lists will be released via email first week of September to the associated Groups in each division.

Let’s kick off the season with energy, sportsmanship, and a ton of fun!

T – minus 27 days till our WLMHA Rep Hockey Tryouts pre skates begin!

If you are interested in playing Rep Hockey this season, U15 T2 checking clinic / pre skate will start August 26th @ Total Ice. These are mandatory to those players who have NOT played checking hockey before. All other division pre skates will follow September 2nd and evaluations will run through to the 20th of the month.

All players will be required to register prior to attending tryouts click HERE to register. Deadline to register is August 15th.

Best of luck to everyone attending tryouts!

Dear Williams Lake Minor Hockey,

I hope everyone is in great spirits as we gear up for another exciting season of hockey! As your new president, I am both honoured and thrilled to serve our community and lead our association into a year filled with growth, teamwork and fun. I come from a high-performance sport background and have been a part of numerous youth sport boards, including my work as rep coordinator for WLMHA last season. I have 3 children playing in this association and my husband earned the ‘Coach of the Year’ honour in the Spring.

I believe that player development is the cornerstone of the new programming we have already started to implement. My goal is to create an environment where every player, regardless of skill level, can thrive and improve. We have, and will continue throughout the season, to implement power skating sessions as well as referee and coach mentorship and specific training geared towards our goalies and female players to ensure that each player has the opportunity to reach their full potential. I encourage parents to engage with their children’s development and share feedback with our coaches and board members, as communication is key to fostering a supportive atmosphere.

I am proud to introduce our dedicated volunteer board members who will be working alongside me this season:

  • Mike Rispin: Past President
  • Chris Ford: 1 st Vice President and Referee in Chief
  • Karen Chabot: 2 nd Vice President and 15/U18 House Coordinator
  • Robin Ford: Treasurer
  • Jenny Huffman: Secretary
  • Jennifer Brown: Female Coordinator
  • Bal Uppal: Rep Coordinator
  • Rob Weetman: U11/U13 House Coordinator
  • Amanda Fuller: U7/U9 Coordinator
  • Jamie Kinley: Fair Play
  • Tiffany Camille: Discipline
  • Abigail King: Parent Auxiliary
  • Shannon McCartney: Risk Management
  • Chelsea Hamblin: Policy and Procedure

I would also like to recognize the following individuals who work tirelessly for the betterment of our association:

  • Michelle Toulouse: Office administrator and Registrar
  • Tanis Rosa: Ice Scheduler and First Shift Coordinator
  • Brad McKinnon: Coach Coordinator
  • Mike Rosa: Equipment Manager

Each of these individuals brings a wealth of experience and passion for the game, and we are all committed to making this season a memorable one for our players and families.

As we embark on this journey together, we recognize that our association thrives on the involvement of our community. I am calling on parents, guardians and family members to volunteer throughout the season. Whether you can help on the ice, organizing tournaments and fundraisers or supporting our teams during games, your contributions will make a significant difference. Please reach out to us if you are interested in volunteering – every little bit helps!

Hockey is not just about winning; it’s about building friendships, learning valuable life skills, and enjoying the game. This season, we will focus on fostering teamwork and sportsmanship both on and off the ice. Our aim is to create lasting memories for our players and families. I am excited about the season ahead and look forward to working together with all of you to make WLMHA a fantastic place for our young athletes. Let’s lace up our skates, hit the ice, and make this season one to remember!

Yours in hockey,
Heather McKinnon
President, WLMHA
hmckinnon.wlmha@gmail.com

Recreational Hockey Evaluations helps us ensure we are able to make our house teams numbers, skill and experience are fair and equal.  

WLMHA is holding a Goalie Training Clinic with Justin Foote and Sixth Warrior Goalie Training on Aug 27 and Aug 29 for a small fee of $10.00/both sessions

To register for Intergrated Teams – https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/446555

  • Group 1: 11:15am-12:15pm
  • Group 2: 12:30pm-1:30pm

To register for FEMALE ONLY 1:45pm-2:45pm  – https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/446557

No Experience Necessary!

Helping ensure WLMHA is in top form for the 2024/25 Season, we are holding 2 refresher sessions.

Please join us on:

Friday August 23 @ 6:15pm – 7:45pm and Tuesday August 27 @ 6:15pm – 7:45pm

Its Official Hockey Season is just around the corner!

If you are interested in playing REP Hockey this season, tryouts will commence on Tues, September 3 and run through to the 15th of the month.

All players will be required to register prior to attending tryouts click HERE to register.

Best of luck to everyone attending tryouts!

We are all looking forward to another great year! To start us off please help us Congratulate the following REP Team Head Coaches!!