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About our Game: The goal of the Nova Scotia Minor Ball Hockey League (NSMBHL) is to provide kids a safe and fun opportunity to enjoy the great sport of Ball Hockey. Sportsmanship, learning the game, making friends and having fun will at the core of all we do. We will do all we can to ensure each, and every player has an enjoyable sport experience.

All Nova Scotia Minor Ball Hockey Leagues are co-ed. Our game is played cross rink, 4 x 4 plus a goalie. See the rules and required equipment page.

Who can play: Our league is perfect for kids of all skill level. In fact, the NSMBHL is a great place for kids to try hockey for the first time. Over the past few years, we have been thrilled to welcome many kids who were new to Canada and who want to learn hockey.  While many of our players have never played ice hockey, we have had many ice hockey players join us to sharpen their fitness and hockey skills. Ice hockey players of all levels have played in the NSMBHL! The league is ideal for all kids, and we are co-ed!! The only requirement is that all players must love to have fun, and everyone must be prepared to HUSSLE!

Divisions: Determined by birth year, not age.

·         Learn to Play (2019, 2020, 2021)

·         U8 (2017, 2018) Skills and Drills

·         U10 (2015, 2016) Skills and Drills

·         U12 (2013,2014)

·         U15 (2010, 2011, 2012)

Team Jerseys: Each player will receive a cool NSMBHL Jersey to be used during the season. Jerseys are to be retruned in good shape at the end of the season. 

Officials: Each game will be officiated by a trained referee and score keeper. A clinic will be held prior to the start of the season to ensure all officials are well trained and able to officiate a great game. We will be recruiting experienced hockey players to become NSMBHL referees. This is a paid position.

Coaches:Like most minor sport, Parents, Grandparent and Siblings are invited to coach our teams. We will provide an online coaching clinic prior to the start of the season to prepare volunteers for the season ahead. Our goal is to have three coaches per team. This will ensure the team is covered if a coach must miss a session.

Acting as a Head or Assistant Coach is a great way to spend memorable time with your child. It is also a great help to our league and the other children involved. Please consider volunteering. To do so, you can indicate your interest during your players registration process or by sending us an email at admin@nsmbhl.ca .

Dates: The season will start in late April and run until early July depending on arena availability. Players will be informed what team they are on, and a full schedule will be posted on this website at least 7 days prior to the start of the season.

Length of season: Learn to Play – 10 sessions     Minor Leagues – 12 sessions The first session will be an exhibition. This is when we will check equipment, explain the rules and answer any questions players and parents may have.

Balancing teams; We will do our best to balance the teams. We will use the information gathered during the registration process and exhibition session. The official teams will be posted after the exhibition session

When do we play:  Most games will be on the weekend between 8:00 am – 7:00 pm.  Younger divisions will play early followed by the next age group. Every team can expect a few sessions to be played on a weekday evening between 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm).

Locations: Teams will play at a variety of local arenas including the following.

·         Gorsebrook Ball Hockey Court (outdoor)

·         Gray Arena

·         Sackville Arena

·         RBC 4 Pad

·         East Hants Sportsplex

·         Lebrun Arena

While most games will be at a near by location, this year teams should be prepared to play at a variety of facilities.

Learn to Play:  This is a new program designed for kids 3 to 6 years of age. Over 10 sessions we will teach kids fundamental skills appropriate to this young age group. Sessions will be led by our NSMBHL Sport Managers and coaches. Parents will also have an opportunity to join in the fun. More on this later.

Skills and Drills: In the U8 and U12 divisions we will feature “Skills and Drills” over the first 6 sessions. During Skills and drills, players will be progress through a series of fundamental Ball Hockey skills. Each of the first 6 sessions will include 30 minutes “Skills and Drills followed by a 30 minute game.

Cost: Learn to Play - $129        Minor Ball Hockey - $189

 Registration will stay open until all spots are filled, and spots are limited. Please share info about the league with your firends!