Benefits of being a multi-sport athlete, fuelled by Gatorade Once upon a time, the offseason meant throwing your hockey gear into the garage and trading your hockey stick for a baseball bat or a soccer ball. In more recent years, however, it seems that more and more hockey players continue to train and play year-round. … Read more
BLOOMING – FAST AND SLOW The arc of success in sports, school and career We all “bloom” at our own pace and in our own way. But in recent decades, there has been a strong push for kids to focus early in whatever they do. We are often told that the more complicated the world … Read more
Registration is now open for the Greater Toronto Hockey League’s first PD Skill Development Day of the 2024-25 season on Friday, October 11 at Scotiabank Pond, presented by GSW. Click here to register. The GTHL’s PD Skill Development Full-Day Camps work to enhance fundamental skills while prioritizing fun. The one-day camp is open to all … Read more
The world of virtual reality has come a long way in the last decade. Sports like golf, baseball, and racing have seen simulators close the gap between virtual reality and real-life in terms of quality, consistency, and feel. Hockey is the latest sport to get in on this via virtual reality (VR). The NHL Sense … Read more
By: Danielle Williams on behalf of the GTHL Officiating Development Committee (ODC) CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE GTHL’S REFEREE SUMMER CAMP ON AUGUST 19-22, 2024. With the off-season in full swing and families away from the rink to enjoy the warm weather, officials have begun their off-season conditioning to maintain fitness levels and … Read more
CALGARY, Alberta – Hockey Canada has announced the rosters for Canada’s National Women’s Under-18 Team selection camp, presented by BFL CANADA, and Canada’s National Women’s Development Team for its three-game series against the United States. In total, eight Greater Toronto Hockey League alumni have been included on the rosters. Forty-six players – six goaltenders, 14 … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League is mourning the loss of David Brian Anderson, known as Brian. Brian passed away peacefully at home at the age of 85 surrounded by his family. Brian was a constant supporting presence in his community, enthusiastically involved in Streetsville Minor Hockey, lacrosse, public skating, and as chairman of the board … Read more
CALGARY, Alberta – Twenty-two players have been selected to Canada’s National Men’s Summer Under-18 Team as it looks to defend its gold medal at the 2024 Hlinka Gretzky Cup, Aug. 5-10 in Edmonton, Alberta. Of the 22 players, four are alumni of the Greater Toronto Hockey League. GTHL ALUMNI (4) Jack Ivankovic (Mississauga Senators) Jake … Read more
TORONTO, ON – On July 8, the Greater Toronto Hockey League held its Annual Meeting of Members, concluding with the election of the GTHL Board of Directors. The GTHL and its Members welcome newly elected Kevin Eshkawkogan and Christine Miles to the Board, both beginning three-year terms alongside Michael Purdy, Karl Subban, and Kathie Wood who … Read more
Two former Greater Toronto Hockey League officials have been selected to participate in Hockey Canada’s Officiating Program of Excellence (OPOE) in Oakville. The summer camp, featuring Matt Boulby and Damian Figueira, takes place July 20 to July 23 in Oakville. It will be held in conjunction with Hockey Canada’s Men’s Under-17 Evaluation Camp, including classroom … Read more
