Hello Strathroy Minor Hockey Families, as the new President
of Strathroy Minor Hockey, I am thrilled to connect with all of you as we gear
up for what promises to be our best season yet. The 2025/2026 season is shaping
up to be full of opportunities for growth, skill development, and fun for our
players, coaches, and families. I along with the SDMHA board are committed to
creating an environment where every player has the chance to reach their full
potential, both on and off the ice.
Prep Phase for Tryouts Underway
The prep phase for tryouts is officially underway, and our
dedicated development team are already putting in the work to make sure every
player is ready for evaluations.
Registration for Player Evaluations Now Open
The next step in our journey was the opening of registration
for spring player evaluations U10A-U16A, as well as our U9MD and U18A/B fall evaluations
are open for registration! This is a critical time for us to assess and place
players in the best possible environment for their development. If you haven’t
registered yet, be sure to do so as soon as possible. We want every player to
have the opportunity to participate and give their best effort. For more
information or to register, please visit our website or contact us directly
at [email protected].
Introducing Our New Vice President and Board Members
I am also excited to introduce Christine Boersma-Hurd, our
new Vice President. Who has been a fantastic addition to our leadership
team. Christine started with SDMHA as a tournament rep, transitioned to
the Lambton Middlesex Local League Rep in addition was appointed the
league scheduler for LMLL. With her experience and dedication,
passion for the game, Christine will help guide Strathroy Minor Hockey to new
heights in the coming years. Please join me in welcoming her to this important
role! With Christine's movement to Vice President, it leaves a position open as our LLML Representative, if there are any interested individuals who would like to volunteer and get involved with the DMHA organization please reach out!
In addition, we also have a number of new board members
joining us, each bringing valuable insights and enthusiasm to our organization.
We are fortunate to have such a strong and passionate team in place to support
our players, families, and volunteers.
I am excited to introduce the following members to the SDMHA
board:
Rick Taylor is our new Coaching Director for the Strathroy
Minor Hockey Association. Rick brings a wealth of experience to the role,
having coached for several years with the Lambton Jr. Sting program. During his
time there, he had the privilege of watching many of his players move on to
successful careers in junior hockey, ranging from the OHL to Jr. C, and even
prep schools in the U.S. After a few years off to focus on family, Rick joined
SDMHA in the 2023-2024 season as an assistant coach with the U18A team and is
currently coaching his son’s U7 team. With his extensive coaching background,
Rick is committed to being a resource for our coaches and mentoring them to
help our players develop, learn the game, and, most importantly, have fun.
Amy Stubbs has accepted the role of U9 and Below Director,
bringing with her a deep passion for hockey and a wealth of knowledge. A
lifelong member of the Strathroy community, Amy has been involved in the hockey
world for a long time. With players moving out of U9, moving into U9 and
another joining U5, she is eager to focus on the growth and development of
young players. Amy is dedicated to fostering integrity, sportsmanship, and a
love for the game, believing that strong communication is key to success at
these early levels. Her extensive experience and commitment to nurturing the
next generation of hockey players make her an invaluable addition to our SDMHA
team.
Tyler Kettler as our new OMHA and Development Director for
Strathroy Minor Hockey. Tyler brings a wealth of experience, both as a player
and a coach. His hockey journey began with SDMHA before he moved on to the
Elgin-Middlesex Canucks program. Tyler went on to play five seasons of Junior
hockey with the Strathroy Rockets, Alvinston Flyers, and Exeter Hawks, before
finishing his playing career with two seasons of Senior hockey with the
Strathroy Jets. With 10 years of coaching experience within the SDMHA organization,
Tyler is passionate about fostering growth and development at all levels of the
game. He is also continuing his coaching career with the Elgin-Middlesex
Canucks. Tyler’s vision for Strathroy Minor Hockey includes focusing on skill
development, teamwork, and providing a positive, supportive environment for
players to grow and succeed. We look forward to the positive impact Tyler will
have on our hockey community.
Our new tournament directors are Melissa Oomen and Darryl
Stubbs, they will be working in tandem to facilitate and continue successful John
Henry Tournament and our U9 Jamboree!
Looking Ahead
As we look toward the 2025/2026 season, I encourage all
players, parents, and supporters to get involved and share in the excitement.
Together, we will make this season one to remember. If you have any questions
or would like to get in touch, don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly
at [email protected].
Here’s to a successful, fun, and rewarding season for all of
us at Strathroy Minor Hockey!
Lets Go Jr Rockets!