TASA SUMMER DEVELOPMENT CAMPS

Registration for TASA Summer Development Camps will open on May 15th.  All camps will be led by TASA Technical Director, Kyle MacDonald and be held at St. Margaret’s Centre.  Details can be found below for each camp. 

Camp # 1 – Skating and Skills – July 20^th-23rd

This camp will include 6 hours of on-ice skating and skill instruction, 1 hour each on Thursday and Friday and 2 hours each on Saturday and Sunday.  Their will be a 10-minute flood between each hour on Saturday and Sunday.  The Thursday session will be held on Smith with the remaining on Fountain Ice.

This camp will focus on individual skating and puck skills, emphasizing proper techniques.  Players develop better balance, agility and acceleration both with and without the puck.  Also, we will work on helping players transfer their skills effectively to game situations.  Players must make decisions under pressure against competition combining skills and decision making.

The cost of the camp is $150 per player and $75 per goaltender. 

The following age groups will be offered:

Group 1 - 2016, 2015, 2014 (Thurs – 4:00-5:00 pm, Fri – 5:15-6:15 pm, Sat and Sun – 9:15-11:15 am)

Group 2 - 2013, 2012, 2011 (Thurs – 5:00-6:00 pm, Fri – 6:15-7:15 pm, Sat and Sun – 11:15-1:15 pm)

Group 3 - 2010, 2009, 2008 (Thurs – 6:00-7:00 pm, Fri – 7:15-8:15 pm, Sat and Sun – 1:15-3:15 pm)

To register for this camp, please click here as of May 15th: 2023 Summer Skills - Camp #1

Camp # 2 – Skating and Skills – August 14th – August 18^th

This camp will include 10 hours (2 hours each day) of on-ice skating and skill instruction.  Their will be a 10-minute flood between each hour.

This camp will focus on individual skating and puck skills, emphasizing proper techniques.  Players develop better balance, agility and acceleration both with and without the puck.  Also, we will work on helping players transfer their skills effectively to game situations.  Players must make decisions under pressure against competition combining skills and decision making.

The cost of the camp is $250 per player and $125 per goaltender. 

The following age groups will be offered:

Group 1 - 2016, 2015, 2014 (Mon-Fri – 9:15-11:15 am)

Group 2 - 2013, 2012, 2011 (Mon-Fri – 11:15-1:15 pm)

Group 3 - 2010, 2009, 2008 (Mon-Fri – 1:15-3:15 pm)

To register for this camp, please click here as of May 15th:  2023 Summer Skills - Camp #2

Camp #3

 U9 Power Skating & Scoring Camp – Aug 21st-25^th

U11-U18 Forward/Defence &Goaltender – Aug 21st-25th

U9 Power Skating and Scoring Camp

Players will receive 5 hours of on-ice instruction with a heavy emphasis on skating and puck control as well as shooting techniques.

*This camp is not suited for learn to skate or beginner players*

Forward Camp

This camp will include 5 hours of on-ice instruction.

This forward camp will include shooting/passing techniques, skating, puck control, special fakes/dekes, game play situations and drills.

Defence & Goaltending Camp

This camp will include 5 hours of on-ice instruction. This camp will also include goaltending drills and training.

This defense camp will include defenseman specific skating, gap control, ways to generate offense, game play position and shooting/passing techniques.

The cost of the camp is $125 per player.

The following age groups will be offered:

U9 (2016, 2015) 

·        Monday-Friday – 9:15-10:15 am

 (2014, 2013,2012)

·        Forwards – Monday-Friday – 10:15-11:15 am

·        Defence & Goaltenders – Monday-Friday – 12:15-1:15 pm

 (2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007)

·        Forwards – Monday-Friday – 11:15-12:15 pm

·        Defence & Goaltenders – Monday-Friday – 1:15-2:15 pm

To register for this camp, please click here as of May 15th:  2023 Summer Skills - Camp #3

Confirmation of a spot in the camps will be sent by email.  Once confirmation is received, please send payment to [email protected].  Please include the players name in the message.  Registration for these camps is non-refundable. 

The 2023 TASA Minor Hockey Nominating Committee, which was comprised of Karen Paplinskie (VP Under-9, Chair), Doug Killam and Lise Batherson, are pleased to present the following candidate for the 2023-2024 season.  Positions are two-year terms.

The membership may now nominate individuals for Executive positions by providing notice to the Secretary not less than fifteen (15) days prior to the Annual General Meeting. Such notice shall set out the name of the individual nominated. The nomination form must be signed by not less than five (5) members in good standing and must be signed by the nominee, indicating that he or she is willing to accept the position if elected. The person nominated must meet the qualifications and prerequisites for that position.  Please contact Dianne Lyverat [email protected] for a nomination form.  The deadline for nominations is end of day Wednesday, May 10th.

A complete list of nominees will be posted to the website by Monday, May 15th.

TASA is currently preparing for the upcoming AGM. We are looking for 2 to 5 current members of our Association to be part of the nominating committee with respect to Executive positions whose terms are up for renewal. If you are interested, please email Karen Paplinskie at [email protected] for more details and/or to submit your interest. The list of positions is posted to the website. Please submit your response by April 17th, 2023.

Executive Positions – Accepting Submissions

The TASA AGM will be held on May 25th, 2023 at 6:30PM. In preparation for the upcoming AGM, we are accepting submissions for those interested in Executive Positions. The nominating committee will be accepting submissions until April 25, 2023. Below you will find the two positions and their related qualifications. If you are interested, please email [email protected] by April 25th, 2023 with your submission.

Certification Coordinator

Description of Role

The Certification Coordinator is responsible for administering and tracking coaching certification requirements, communicating certification opportunities, and advising Divisional VP’s of those coaches and team staff who are not in compliance with certification requirements as determined by Hockey Nova Scotia.

Qualifications/Prerequisites

2 years hockey volunteer experience; strong organizational and communication skills; ability to navigate data bases.

Fundraising Coordinator

Description of Role

The Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for the effective management and administration of any initiatives approved by the TASA Executive, to benefit the Association’s overall financial status.

Qualifications/Prerequisites

1 year of hockey volunteer experience; a background and/or experience in fundraising; strong organizational and communication skills.

The Winter Goaltending Camp, led by Ben Meisner, will begin on Sunday, Jan 22^nd at 8:15 am at BMO and run for 8 weeks.  The final session will take place on Sunday, March 12th.  The cost of the camp is $320 and can be paid at [email protected].

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Well, that’s a wrap for the TASA Fall Classic!  It was a fantastic weekend with lots of great hockey but it wouldn’t have been possible without so many people lending a hand.  We want to take this opportunity to thank the following: 

• Our supporters:
• Wingin’ It
• PepsiCo
• HOA Hockey
• MLA Timberlea-Prospect Iain Rankin
• MLA Hammonds Plains-Lucasville
• Dominos
• Source for Sports
• Our volunteers – the tournament doesn’t run without you so thank you SO MUCH to everyone who helped this weekend.  Not only did our U15 families help but many others at TASA who don’t have kids in U15 and some who don’t have kids in TASA at all….and some who found themselves re-arranging their day to fill in a vacant volunteer spot at the last minute (amazing)!  Giving your time is what makes a community so thank you x 100 to all who helped in any way.  ?
• SMC Staff – thank you for allowing us to host the tournament and having your staff be so accommodating and fantastic with keeping the facility running smoothly!
• Our timekeepers and officials – usually a thankless job but please know how much we appreciate your time and effort this weekend.
• The players and parents who took on the job of food services to provide some great eats for everyone.
• Last but not least, of course, thank you to all the teams who participated.  We hope you had a fantastic weekend!

The link to the schedule for the 2022 TASA U15 Tourney is below:

TASA U15 Fall Classic Schedule 2022