Like thousands of kids across the Greater Toronto Area, the U12 Scarborough Young Bruins are missing the sights, sounds, highs and lows, of a traditional hockey season. While the Bruins may not be scoring goals on the ice, the team knew there were ways to work on the intangibles and exercise positive teamwork. Instead of harping on what they’ve … Read more
We were all rushing to the rink, eating dinner in the car, making plans to hang out with teammates on the weekends, and then suddenly we weren’t. Rinks closed, socialization outside the household became a faux pas but – thankfully – there’s been a little more time for dinner. With the onset of COVID-19, the sudden change … Read more
In a year full of challenging times, the GTHL family has risen up by doing one simple thing: helping others. Teams and players across the league have assisted in the fight of COVID-19, supporting frontline workers and those in need. While we are not back to cheering from the stands yet, there are many stories … Read more
Movember and the Greater Toronto Hockey League have teamed up to bring coaches mental health training as it relates to their players. The Breaking the Ice program helps coaches understand, recognize, and manage mental health issues among their athletes. Throughout the program, coaches will gain important skills and knowledge that underpin youth mental health. In … Read more
The Ontario Hockey Federation’s Board of Directors has reviewed the OHF Unsanctioned League Policy as a response to the Greater Toronto Hockey League’s decision to pause activities until January 4, 2021 pending further advice from health authorities. Click here for the full statement. Click here for FAQs on the OHF Decision. Visit the Return to Hockey … Read more
The 2020 NHL Draft may have been more untraditional, but the virtual draft wasn’t any less special for 12 GTHL grads selected by 12 different NHL teams. At least one graduate was selected in each of the seven rounds, with Jamie Drysdale (Toronto Marlboros) and Cole Perfetti (Vaughan Kings) both selected in the top 10. … Read more
Dear GTHL Players, We know you may have read about the GTHL returning on October 7 and you were looking forward to finally getting back on the ice with your teammates. It’s been a long time and we know you’re missing hockey. We are too. Unfortunately, especially right now, things don’t always work out the … Read more
October 3, 2020 – The Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) announced today that all sanctioned activities within its jurisdiction are postponed until at least January 1, 2021 pending further advice from health authorities. The decision comes as a result of a rapid rise in the infection rate in the Greater Toronto Area and a statement … Read more
The puck drops on Period 1 of the GTHL Game Plan on October 7, meaning that GTHL teams will finally hit the ice. It’s been over 200 days since the GTHL season came to a halt and the League is excited to welcome players back. While traditional League play will not be operating during Period 1, teams … Read more
On Wednesday, October 7, 2020, the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL) will initiate “Period 1” of their return to play Game Plan. Teams will be allowed to practice and scrimmage on the ice in groups of no more than 20 players. In making the decision to move into “Period 1”, the League has consulted with … Read more
