Minor Hockey Talks - Hockey Forum

I manage a GTHL U12AA team and working on tournaments for next season. First question, has the G or OHF banned Ontario hockey teams from entering tournaments in the USA next year? If no ban, is there a 'code' for minor hockey to stay away from the US Market for any tournaments or exhibition games? Parents and Coaches are becoming very vocal on no USA travel but wanted to see if the G or OHF has a position to help facilitate the decision.

From my understanding, there is no ban on Canadian Teams entering US tournaments.

However, you may want to double check with your association because the insurance on the team, may not cover you travelling outside of Canada so you may need to take out special insurance for the tournament.

Also, the USA Minor Hockey system is set up with different terminology for divisions ie U15 vs 14U so you will need to be extra careful when registering.

Lastly, with the exchange so high, it could be a very expensive weekend.

But do your research before you book anything.

From my understanding, there is no ban on Canadian Teams entering US tournaments.

However, you may want to double check with your association because the insurance on the team, may not cover you travelling outside of Canada so you may need to take out special insurance for the tournament.

Also, the USA Minor Hockey system is set up with different terminology for divisions ie U15 vs 14U so you will need to be extra careful when registering.

Lastly, with the exchange so high, it could be a very expensive weekend.

But do your research before you book anything.