As the 2025-26 National Hockey League season gets underway on Tuesday, October 7, a total of 77 Greater Toronto Hockey League alumni are featured on opening night rosters. Of the NHL’s 32 teams, 29 include at least one former GTHL player. Ten teams include a minimum of four former GTHL players. The Toronto Maple Leafs, … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League, in partnership with Pro Hockey Life, is proud to launch the Why I Play Contest, inviting players from across the League to share what drives their passion for the game of hockey. Running from October 3 to October 31, 2025, the campaign asks participants to answer the question, “Why I … Read more
The start of October means the 2025-26 hockey season is finally here! Check out everything going on around the GTHL this October. The GTHL is hosting Referee Clinics on various dates throughout the month of October. These clinics range from entry-level referees to Level 1-6 re-certifications for experienced referees. CLICK HERE for more information Referee … Read more
On September 13, the Greater Toronto Hockey League proudly hosted its first-ever Pre-Season Education Series, designed to support players, captains, and coaches in their personal and team development ahead of the 2025-26 season. The series featured two distinct programs in partnership with Captains & Poets and You Can Play, each tailored to different participants and … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League is proud to officially launch the Beyond the X’s and O’s (BXO) Coaching Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to support coaches in understanding their athletes, improving team culture, and maximizing their impact behind the bench. Developed and delivered by Dr. Cassidy Preston, Founder of CEP Mindset, and veteran coach and … Read more
Paul Krotz has loved hockey for as long as he can remember. From the moment his dad introduced him to the sport, all he wanted to do was be on the ice. “I learned to skate and played every year from fundamentals through Under-18,” Krotz said. “Then continued to play recreationally in university, adult leagues, … Read more
In recognition of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Under-16 ‘AA’ Toronto East Enders Ticats participated in the Orange Jersey Project for the third consecutive season. The Orange Jersey Project uses the power of sport to educate young athletes about the history of the residential school system, strengthen the path towards truth and … Read more
TORONTO, ON – The Greater Toronto Hockey League has officially opened applications for the 2025-26 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 organizations … Read more
The Greater Toronto Hockey League is proud to once again partner with Gatorade to fuel the 2025-26 Team of the Month and Team of the Year program, celebrating teamwork, dedication, and achievement across the League. The program will highlight teams at the Under-14, U15, U16, U17, and U18 ‘AAA,’ ‘AA,’ and ‘A’ levels. How It Works: The Gatorade Team … Read more
TORONTO, ON – The Greater Toronto Hockey League today released its recently adopted Strategic Plan for 2025–2028, a comprehensive roadmap designed to strengthen community hockey in the Greater Toronto Area while advancing inclusivity, transparency, player development, and long-term growth. Developed through extensive consultation with players, parents, volunteers, coaches, member association representatives, and community partners, the … Read more
