The 2022 ALLIANCE Hockey AGM, celebrating 29 years of ALLIANCE Hockey, was hosted on Saturday, June 4, 2022 in Niagara-on-the-Lake with more than 160 members participating, including three Honourary Life Members.
The Annual General Meeting was opened with an address from current President, Larry Moreland, who welcomed the members to the first in-person AGM in two years and thanked them for their tremendous efforts over the past few especially demanding seasons. "Over the coming season we will review our current structure as it pertains to the Member Associations," noted President Moreland. "We will be meeting with each of you to determine what your challenges are, while working toward improving ALLIANCE Hockey for all of our participants."
Recognition of the 2022 ALLIANCE Hockey Championship-winning teams was provided on behalf of Championship Committee Chair, Jennifer MacDonald.
• U13 A OHF Champions – Hamilton Huskies
• U15 A OHF Champions – Hamilton Huskies
• U18 A OHF Champions – Woodstock Jr Navy Vets
• U18 A OHF Finalists – London Jr Mustangs White (no banner)
• U13AAA All-Ontario Champions - Huron Perth Lakers
View the full video, courtesy of 519 Sports Online here.
Executive Reports, Committee Reports, and Amendments were provided throughout the Meeting which concluded with the introduction of the 2022-2023 Executive Committee .
The Executive Director's Report focused on the achievements and challenges experienced over the 2021-22 season. The Report also noted the direction that the organization will follow in the coming seasons and the associated work involved to ensure the intended path is followed.
Numerous ALLIANCE Hockey Executive positions were open for election including: President, Vice-President Region #2, Vice-President Region #4, and Representative Council Chairperson.
All positions were filled by acclamation except for the position of Vice-President Region #2 which was appointed by the Executive Committee.
The positions of Treasurer, Chairperson of Appeals and Technical Director-Officials were also appointed and confirmed.
2022-2023 Executive Committee:
President: Larry Moreland (Waterloo)
Past President: Dan Gibbons (Tecumseh)
Sr. Vice-President: Karen Gibb (Stratford)
Treasurer: Alan Webb (Kitchener)
Region #1 Vice-President: Gerry Potter (Goderich)
Region #2 Vice-President: Sean McGinnis
Region #3 Vice-President: Keith Woods (London)
Region #4 Vice-President: Thom Foster (Brantford)
Region #5 Vice-President: Jennifer MacDonald (Windsor)
TD of Officials: Marshall Copp (London)
Recreational Council Chair: Michelle Harder (St. Catharines)
Representative Council Chair: Justin Hoffer (London)
Chairperson of Appeals: David Miller (London)
Congratulations to the successful incumbents and thank you to all those who stepped forward to pursue a position on the Executive.
Thank you to the Special Guests, Life Members and the Member Associations for their participation and support of the 2022 AGM.
Prior to the annual meeting, various members participated in the annual golf classic which was followed by a reception and recognition dinner on June 3rd. Our sincere appreciation goes out to all who participated including, our sponsors and supporters. View some photos from the golf classic here!
Special thanks to the following golf tournament supporters:
ALFRAN TROPHIES PLAQUES & SIGNS
FOXNET
GAMESHEET INC.
GRANT CUSTOM
NOTHERS - THE AWARD STORE
PETTINELLI, MASTROLUISI LLP
SPORTSHEADZ
SPORTSPAY