On behalf of the Williams Lake Minor Hockey Association, I would like to welcome you all to the start of another exciting hockey season!
Each year brings with it new opportunities for our players to grow, challenge themselves, and develop both on and off the ice. I am thrilled to see so many returning families and am equally excited to welcome new players and their families who are joining our community for the first time.
This season, our focus remains firmly rooted in player development, sportsmanship, teamwork and enjoyment of the game. Hockey offers so much more than skills on the ice – it teaches life lessons like respect, perseverance, and leadership. We are proud to provide an environment where our athletes can learn, compete and form lasting friendships.
I would like to remind all parents, guardians and fans how important our role is in shaping a positive experience for our players. Your encouragement and respectful support from the stands helps create an atmosphere that makes this sport so special. Please remember that our players, coaches and volunteers thrive most in an environment rooted in positivity and respect. Let’s all do our part to reinforce good sportsmanship and fair play at every opportunity.
We are sustained by volunteers – coaches, managers, board members and countless others are working behind the scenes to make hockey possible in our community. I am grateful for the tireless effort put forth by these individuals. If you are in a position to lend some of your time or talents, whether it’s helping with tournaments, supporting fundraising activities or scorekeeping a game, I encourage you to get involved. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.
Thank you again for joining us for what promises to be another fantastic season of minor hockey. Let’s celebrate the hard work, the teamwork, and above all, the love of the game. See you at the rink!
