What is U9 Minor Development (MD)?
Huntsville Minor Hockey Association is excited to announce that it will once again be offering a U9 Minor Development (MD) team for the 2025/26 season. This program focuses on beginning to prepare our young athletes for competitive hockey, with a focus on skill enhancement and higher-level competition. U9 MD will be a cornerstone for aspiring Rep hockey players.
General Information
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For players aged 7 & 8 as of December 31, 2025 (U8 and U9).
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Follows all Hockey Canada and OMHA rules and regulations, including seasonal structures like half ice.
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Focuses on fundamental hockey skills and power skating.
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Generally comprised of a minimum of 13 skaters and 1 goaltender.
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Regular season in the MPSLL, playing MD teams from South Muskoka and Parry Sound.
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2 practices per week – 1 early morning and 1 evening.
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Subject to the same rules and regulations as Rep Teams as it relates to tournaments, etc.
Registration/Evaluations
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Evaluation fee is $75/player and includes 3 evaluation skates.
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Additional fees will apply, just like rep hockey. Additional fee for 2025/26 is $300.
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At registration, parents will identify whether their child is interested in playing MD.
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Coaches evaluate players during the U9 MD evaluation skates. Upon the conclusion, all interested parties will be notified via email whether or not their child was selected for the MD team.
For more information, please contact our U7-U11 Local League Director at [email protected]