Without much influence to play the sport, Rolf Wagschal carved a path into hockey built on passion and enjoying the process of getting better. “It goes back to loving the work,” Wagschal said. Growing up in North Toronto, hockey wasn’t an immense commitment for the new Under-10 ‘A’ Scarborough Ice Raiders head coach. Hockey was … Read more
TORONTO, ON — The Greater Toronto Hockey League has officially opened applications for the 2026-27 GTHL Legacy Fund Community Grant, providing local organizations with funding support to grow the game and make hockey more accessible in their communities. Established in 2011, the GTHL Legacy Fund provides financial support for GTHL families in need and assists … Read more
Toronto, ON — The Greater Toronto Hockey League is excited to recognize the Under-14 ‘AA’ Scarborough Young Bruins as the 2025-26 Gatorade Team of the Year. The GTHL is proud to partner with Gatorade to fuel the 2025-26 Team of the Month and Team of the Year program. The program includes U14, U15, U16, U17, and … Read more
Goaltending 1 and 2, Skating 2, and Skills 2 clinics available for coaches ahead of the 2026-27 season The Greater Toronto Hockey League will be offering four Instructional Stream clinics this season, providing coaches with opportunities to continue their development and work toward certification maintenance. The clinic offerings include Goaltending 1, Skating 2, Skills 2, … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League continued to invest in initiatives that make hockey more accessible and inclusive across communities throughout the 2025-26 season, with the GTHL Legacy Fund Community Grant awarding $83,370 in support of programs, events, and initiatives across the GTHL community. The 2025-26 grant recipients — Humber Valley Hockey Association, Seaside Hockey Association, Duffield … Read more
CALGARY, Alberta – Hockey Canada has announced the 23 players who will wear the Maple Leaf with Canada’s National Men’s Team at the 2026 IIHF World Championship, May 15-31 in Zürich and Fribourg, Switzerland. Of the 23 players, six are alumni of the Greater Toronto Hockey League. GTHL ALUMNI (6): The roster, which includes three goaltenders, eight defencemen and 12 … Read more
TORONTO, ON – As Canadians recognize Mental Health Week, the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) and Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Ontario Division are celebrating the successful completion of the first season of the Talk Today pilot program in minor hockey. Launched for the 2025-26 season, the pilot brought mental health education and awareness programming to young … Read more
A total of 15 Greater Toronto Hockey League alumni are set to compete in the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Championship Series, with the Kitchener Rangers and Barrie Colts battling for the J. Ross Robertson Cup. The Rangers lead the way with nine GTHL alumni on their roster, while the Colts feature six former GTHL players. … Read more
Presented by Pro Hockey Life, the program offers experienced hockey participants a pathway into competitive-level officiating. The Greater Toronto Hockey League is inviting experienced hockey participants to take the next step in their hockey journey through the GTHL Fast Track Program presented by Pro Hockey Life. Designed for individuals with already developed hockey experience, the … Read more
Kaitlyn Yearwood has always found a way to stay close to the game. Growing up in Barrie, Ontario, hockey was a major part of her life from an early age. Her path as a player took shape quickly and impressively. At just 14 years old, Yearwood committed to the University of Connecticut, setting the stage … Read more
