U16/U18 AAA Structure, News (Sudbury Minor Hockey Association)

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Mar 26, 2026 | Jason Innis | 3 views
U16/U18 AAA Structure
Big news for hockey in Northern Ontario! The NOHA and Great North U18 League have approved a pilot program for the 2026–2027 season to integrate U16 AAA programming into the GNU18L schedule, expand scouting exposure, and introduce a new showcase for U16 players. Read the full announcement and details here: https://wix.to/oFZuulc #NOHA #GNU18L #YouthHockey #U16 #HockeyDevelopment

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