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Coach’s Corner: Austin Evans on Development, Effort, and Accountability
Whether it’s from the rink, the gym, or both, there’s a good chance you’ve crossed paths with Austin. As for his latest role? He’s joined NVMHA as head coach of the U13 A2s. His hockey story goes well beyond the 2025-26 season, and he’s bringing more than a decade of learning and hockey experience to…
Read MoreIntroducing Mark Pearce: NVMHA’s New Referee‑in‑Chief
Introducing Mark Pearce: NVMHA’s New Referee‑in‑Chief Whether it’s from playing in local rinks across Metro Vancouver or watching the World Junior Championships, there’s a good chance the name Mark Pearce rings a bell. Mark grew up in NVMHA colours, played for the Storm, and by the age of 12 was trying his hand at refereeing.…
Read MoreWriting a Storybook Ending with U11 A3 and Jeff Maihara
What started off as a challenging season for the NVMHA U11 A3 Storm team ended in storybook fashion. After months of hard work and dedication from the players, parents, and coaches, the team managed to finish first in the league, as well as win the championships during playoffs. So how exactly did the team pull…
Read MorePlaying NCAA and giving back to the North Shore with U11 A2 Coach Jared Eng
There are few hockey players with as much experience and knowledge as Jared Eng. And after a remarkable playing career that spanned across the BCHL, Div 1 NCAA, and professional hockey, he’s sharing everything he’s learnt with the next generation of NVMHA players. Jared’s Playing Career Born and raised in Victoria, Jared moved to North…
Read MoreCoach’s Corner: A 20-year coaching career with U18 coach Jim Neal
Jim Neal started coaching hockey 20 years ago, when his second son began playing the sport. And even though his two boys are long gone from the North Vancouver Minor Hockey Association (NVMHA), close friendship with his fellow coaches has kept him coming back every year. The association had the chance to talk with Jim,…
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