Porcupine MHA, Timmins MHA, and the Timmins Rock to Oversee U15 AAA and U18 AAA Programming in the Timmins Region

NOHA Announces Interim Operations Committee to Ensure Continued Player Development

NORTH BAY, ON—The Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) is pleased to announce that the Porcupine Minor Hockey Association (PMHA), the Timmins Minor Hockey Association (TMHA), and the Timmins Rock have agreed to jointly oversee the operation of the U15 AAA and U18 AAA programs in the City of Timmins. This arrangement will remain in effect indefinitely as the organizations work together to ensure uninterrupted high-performance programming for players and families in the region.

Both the U15 AAA and U18 AAA programs will compete under the name Timmins Jr. Rock. Stephen Surcon, a High Performance 1 certified coach, will serve as Head Coach of the Timmins Jr. Rock U18 AAA team. Surcon has previously led the U15 AAA Team in the City of Timmins.

The U15 AAA Head Coach will be announced in the coming weeks.

An Interim Operations Committee has been formally established, comprised of representatives from each of the three partner organizations. The Committee will assume responsibility for all day-to-day operational matters related to both programs, including preparation skates, player evaluations, and team administration, in accordance with the OHF Pathways Calendar and NOHA regulations.

“The NOHA is grateful for the swift and decisive action taken by Porcupine MHA, Timmins MHA, and the Timmins Rock,” said Steve Lawrence, President of the NOHA. “The welfare and development of our players must always come first. The commitment shown by these three organizations ensures that the young athletes in the Timmins area will have every opportunity to pursue their goals without interruption.”

The following schedule of preparation skates and player evaluations has been established for both programs. All sessions will be held at the Timmins Sportsplex.

Preparation Skates – Register here

U15 AAA - $45.00 per player for all 3 prep skates

• April 13th, 5:30 to 6:30 PM

• April 14th, 7:00 to 8:30 PM

• April 15th, 4:00 to 5:00 PM

U18 AAA - $45.00 per player for all 3 prep skates

• April 13th, 6:30 to 7:30 PM

• April 14th, 8:30 to 10:00

• April 15th, 5:00 to 6:00 PM

Player Evaluations – Register here

U15 AAA - $75.00 per player for all evaluations

Tuesday, April 21 – 8:00–9:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 22 – 4:00–5:00 p.m. and 5:00–6:30 p.m.

Thursday, April 23 – 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Friday, April 24 – 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Sunday, April 26 – 5:00–6:30 p.m.

U18 AAA - $75.00 per player for all evaluations

Tuesday, April 21 – 9:00–10:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 22 – 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Thursday, April 23 – 8:30–10:00 p.m.

Friday, April 24 – 8:30–10:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 26 – 6:30–8:30 p.m.

Players and families are encouraged to monitor the websites of the Porcupine MHA, Timmins MHA, and the Timmins Rock for any further updates related to both programs. Details will be posted through each respective organization as they become available.

Specific inquiries regarding registration can be directed to Timmins Minor Hockey at admin@timminsminorhockey.com.

The NOHA extends its sincere gratitude to the leadership and membership of the Porcupine MHA, Timmins MHA, and the Timmins Rock for their willingness to step forward in support of the players, families, and the broader hockey community in Northeastern Ontario.

To view the press release, click here.