The first casualties of Nick Smith Centre arena revitalization are more of a precautionary nature.
Arnprior Minor Hockey has advised membership that the U15 Rep and U15 House B and C Tournament slated for October have been cancelled.
AMHA Executive indicate “With the uncertainty surrounding facility availability and the extensive effort needed to organize successful events, we felt it was in the best interest of everyone involved to provide clarity early.”
That’s AMHA President Matt Aalbers, who says changes to the reopening schedule have already impacted the Association.
The Kinburn SensPlex is among the stand-by venues, but Aalbers still sees plenty of daylight ahead.
Aalbers says in the pre-season AMHA parents are joining the commuter queue.
The AMHA President says Association membership is growing, and believes the local contingent rivals Petawawa as far as Valley participation.
Matt Aalbers says ice time tops the list of parent FAQs.
The AMHA President says the coming couple of months will just be a radar blip in the process of enjoying a great sport.
By Rick Stow
