House League Information
(HL is a separate program from the Advanced League, more information regarding the Adv. League can be found under the Select/Adv.League link)
General information regarding the Halton Hills Minor Hockey Recreational House-league Program for U10-U21. For information regarding the U8, U9 Junior Thunder, click here.
The Thunder House-League program is a recreational level of hockey offered to players U10 to U21. The teams are rostered using a major/minor mix. For example, U15 consists of U14 and U15 players.
U10 to U15 will be playing in an Interlock League with Milton Minor Hockey, there will be minimal travel to Milton throughout the regular season. Our partnership with Milton will provide HHMH's players the opportunity to enhance their hockey skills while competiting in a league that provides a variety of team competition.
U16 to U21 if registration numbers allow, this age group will be split into two divisions. Once registration numbers are completed in September, we will update.
Please note: the below is subject to changed based on registration and ice planning.
Season Dates:
Schedules for the below will be posted on the HHMH website under the player's team. How to find your schedule can be found under the "find your team and schedule" link
September - player evaluations, development, exhibition games
October - pre-season exhibition games
November - Regular season begins
March - Week/weekend of Champs end of March (schedules for playoffs will be posted early March)
Season games/practices:
U10 to U13 1 game/week (minimal travel), team practices, team development, goalie development.
U14/U15 1 game/week, rotational team practices, added practices when able.
U16 to U21 1 game/week
Player Placement:
Player draft takes place in September. Note; if required, player movement can take place up to mid November.
Scheduling:
It is planned to have the House-League schedule posted in August. It is important to note that the schedule is subject during the season, therefore, it is recommended that you check the team schedule each week prior to game or practice time.
Tournaments:
(Optional)
House-league teams may enter their teams in a travel tournament if they wish. Once our coaches are placed to a team, we will provide more information to our coaches to inform their team.
Week/Weekend of Champs Schedules will be updated March 2025 following the regular season.
VOLUNTEERS WANTED:
Volunteering is a great way to get involved in your hockey community, meet new friends, as well, give back to HHMH's young athletes.
If you are interested in either coaching, being a team manager, or a team trainer, please email Wendy Highfield at: [email protected] as soon as possible so we can prepare you for the upcoming season.
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Communication
Most communication from HHMH will be via email and/or this website.
To ensure communications reach you or your family:
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Keep email addresses up to date. Email addresses are obtained when you register via the Hockey Canada registration system.
Please check that we have the right information on file by keeping your Hockey Canada profile up to date. Other than the HHMH website, email is the tool that we use to communicate to you. You can access your profile through the Hockey Canada Registration site.
- Please do NOT send an updated email to HHMH as we do not have access to the registration system of Hockey Canada to change your information.
- Throughout the season, always check our website for Information on events happening in House League.
If you need clarification on any matter, reach out to your Coach first, then Convenor, then the Director of House League.
If your information is correct, periodically check your email spam folder for any possible missing emails from Coaches or HHMH.
Equipment
Players
All players are required to provide and wear full hockey equipment which will be current CSA approved and per Current OMHA regulations. Directors, Conveners, Coaches and team staff must advise players or parents of players improper fitting or illegal equipment. Any player not suitably outfitted will not be allowed on the ice. HHMH requires that players use a mouth guard. Click here to go to our Parents Corner for more information on equipment guidelines.
Coaching Staff
Coaches and Assistant s must wear protective head gear properly secured during activities on the ice in accordance with O.M.H.A rules.
Sweater and Socks
HHMH will supply a sweater and socks to each House League player. Once a player is assigned a sweater he/she must use this sweater for the remainder of the season, without alterations.