NL's largest competitive minor hockey league; based in St. John's Metro area; sponsored by Scotiabank; focused on player development. Site hosted by Tim Power.
Online registration for our Scotiabank U15AA Try-outs is now open. Competitive hockey at an exceptional value! Camp runs from September 9th to 21st. Go to our home page at to register. Schedule posted on our League Info page.
It's an amazing coincidence the word "Respect" appears on a sign in the corner of this photo of Andrew "Kavy" Kavanagh being presented with an appreciation gift from the DJHL @ GU13AA Provincials. He truly respects & cares for hockey & its players. Let's give him a big reweet!
Alex Newhook played Peewee AA in the DJHL here in the St. John's area. That makes him the first DJHLer to ever win a Stanley Cup. That's simply cool. We are very proud of him and his family.
@AlexNewhook_
Our addition of the Puffins to our line-up of team names in our Scotiabank Pooled Hockey Program was inspired by the photography of Mark Gray of Bonavista, a hockey dad and exceptional photographer. Mark, thanks for sharing your art!
@GrayMarker99
@Buddy_ThePuffin
Meet Andrii and Glib - two Ukrainian kids getting introduced to the Canadian brand of hockey. Bravo to all the parents, players and local hockey community for making the boys and their families feel so welcomed.
@FureyAndrew
@HkyNL
@AtlanticProSpo1
@icedogsnl
DJHL Pooled Hockey Program has been fortunate each season to showcase some of the best female hockey talent in the province. This year, Leah Wicks & Laura Dyke of the Gladiators, along with Ava Willcott of the Hawks & Katie Winsor of the Jackals have continued that tradition.
While a pandemic rages in other provinces, here in St.John's, NL we get to have play-off minor hockey and some parents still go offside. Patrick Roy was once quoted as saying, "The only people not making a mistake in a game are those watching."
#RelaxFolks
Post pandemic, minor hockey has not been an easy ride for many volunteers. But when you're around a guy like Andrew Kavanagh, you are reminded of part of the reason you are likely involved. Who else but Kavvy would earn a photo like this one from his Hitmen buddies.
#DaBest
Cathie Quinlan: lawyer by day, coach by night. Made U18 @ age 12; on only NL team to ever win U18 Atlantics; played '99 Canada Winter Games; won two D3 US collegiate titles; coached US prep school 5 yrs; 1st female coach in DJHL Pooled Hockey Program.
#Impressive
#WeAreDJHL
DJHL acknowledges the big commitment every hockey family makes to ensure our players get a rewarding sports experience. We are delighted to extend best wishes to the extended Barrington Family as their very own Anna gets ready to represent NL at Canada Winter Games!
#WeAreDJHL
John Barrington has coached in our Pooled Hockey Program for 6 seasons - longer than anybody. Tonight he got the good bye he deserved: a U15 AA title win with son in net. Bravo to John for his contribution. We'd buy him a new puck bag as a gift but the old one ranks in many ways.
In his day, Doug Grant Sr. put his CCM goalie pads to good use in the NHL. Now they hang in his basement & his painted mask (first of its kind) hangs in Hockey Hall of Fame. Most games he's behind the corner glass cheering on his grandson William Grant & the BNS
@PeeweeA_Hawks
.
Tonight one of our players has a new bag of hockey gear and his family has a donation to make life a little easier after a recent fire destroyed their family home. Big thank you from the DJHL to all 8 pooled Peewee teams who proved once again that NL is a better place to be.
If U11 players skate by the stands after they score & wail their arms mockingly at the opposing team parents, then shouldn't their coaches sit them for a shift to discipline him? What message are we sending when we condone such unsportsmanlike conduct?
Bravo to our 2021-22 U13 Scotiabank Jackals who skipped a year end team party in favor of donating $1,000 to the DJHL Goodwill Fund to assist new Ukrainian hockey players starting out in their new home. Truly a wonderful gesture!
#WeAreTheDJHL
@BNS_Jackals
@HkyNL
@FureyAndrew
Want to know what "awesome" really means in hockey? It's when you win a DJHL championship with your grandfather, an ex-NHL goalie, in the stands. Congrats to Ben and Doug Grant Sr. and all of their Northeast U11A Tier teammates and supporters!
Meet Alec Moores, Forward with the Atom A Eagles. Injury has sidelined Alec since Feb. 10th. 10 games & counting he's been the team's biggest cheerleader & never misses a pre/post game dressing room chat, even when they lose. He hopes to return for Provincials.
#TeamPlayer
#Wow
He claims he needed to hang it to get the wrinkles out, but we all know Coach Hickey just couldn't help himself when it came to the Championship Banner. You'll find the banner at one of the Hickey's Building Supply outlets.
#StillSmiling
#WolverinePride
@BnsWolverines
Tonight was a historic night for DJHL as girls hit to the ice for first night of pooled hockey try-outs of their very own. Thank you Scotiabank for backing a great idea!
#Inclusivity
@scotiahockey
@NLDivisionX
Well folks, that's it. After a final late night on the old Twitter box, it's time to sign off for the season. My latest run with DJHL has lasted five seasons. It's been my pleasure to work with you one and all, especially
@StevePowerNL
, Mark, Donnie, Karen & the team staffs.
Tim
With the announcement by the CMO of a return to COVID-19 Level 2 protocol this Saturday, March 26th, the DJHL is working behind the scene to determine when its Pooled Hockey Program can resume. We anticipate that practices could start on short notice. Watch web site for updates.
Eastern Red Wings hit the road to Atlantics without their man Kavy. Thanks to Kevin English and a timely flight from Florida, Kavy decided to surprise the team on the way to New Brunswick. Here’s the moment.
Summer is our planning season. 1st order of business new logo. Special thanks to Troy Birmingham for designing a fresh new look for the DJHL. Letter J now wears the hockey tape. Goalie mask is retired for a stylized puck that also reads DJ. New reversible colors & new font too!
Folks, this one means a lot to me. The League has always meant a lot to me. Working along Steve, Mark, Karen, Donnie & all the staffs never gets old. Thank you one and all. It's been my pleasure.
#Community
@StevePowerNL
DJHL is pleased to announce the first of 16 winners of the individual awards at the team level. Most Valuable Player for the Scotiabank Scorpions is Brandon Philpott. Team's Most Dedicated Player is Aiden Douglas. Congrats Brandon & Aiden! Next up: the Hawks!
@BNS_Scorpions20
DJHL continues to be informed of incidents of inappropriate and foul behaviour from parents in the stands. League officials, not just refs, reserve the right to stop any play-off game until fans identified for such bad behaviour have been escorted from the facility.
#CheerNotJeer
Ahead is Steve Power’s last week as Director of Hockey Operations, a role held since 2011. A true hockey guy whose friendship and counsel I will always value. I’ll be lost when it comes to finding someone to bounce my wacky (albeit sometimes innovative) ideas off...
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A lot of players like to do the "celly" when they score, but nothing looks classier than the goal scorer pointing & acknowledging the linemate who set him up to score. Geoff, nice image from CBR Tournament. Way to go
#5
!
@RenegadeProud
@NLDivisionX
Scotiabank Hawks claim the first ever Girls U13 A Pooled Hockey title in DJHL history with 1-0 victory over Scotiabank Puffins. That’s a wrap on the League season! …Tim
As we near the end of Week 3 of DJHL play-offs, still no shoot-outs and 6 of 16 medal presentations completed. Title in 8 divisions still up for grabs. Meanwhile, Seth Hyde continues to broadcast many games to hone his play-by-play skills. His efforts are appreciated.
#Prospect
DJHL has submitted its Return to Play proposal for its Pooled Program for U15 & U13 to HNL for approval. Since we have to respect the process and fully realize changes to the proposal are still possible, no proposal details will be released until things are finalized.
Our female Peewee A & Bantam A players stand out for their skating & high compete level. Leah Wicks, Laura Dyke, Maria Groves & Isabella Veitch play Peewee A, while Anna Barrington skates for Bantam A Generals. Once upon a time, Sarah Davis was the lone female in A division.
Throughout the pandemic, volunteers have taken risk so that players can have the reward of playing hockey. Their commitment and kindness deserves a big thank you from all of us.
@hkyNL
@BnsGladiators
Working with our graphic artist, Troy Birmingham, we are delighted to share another of our new U15 AA Girls jerseys. Our version of the SHAMROCKS is a contribute to the legacy of Mike Squires & others who made minor hockey affordable to many city kids in the late 70's and 80's.
At any level, getting the word you are called up to play, is exciting & never gets old. When the call-up means you'll get in the Championship Game to help defend in front of your older brother on way to victory, well that's just super special. Congrats Conor...& Liam.
@TricomU13
DJHL operates with a core group of executive volunteers. Most of their work is behind the scenes and not always glorious for sure. So its great to see DJHL President Mark Noseworthy recognized for his efforts by receiving the Meritorious Award - Eastern Region from HNL. Bravo!
Hayden Guiney got to show off our new Puffins jerseys before the Pre-Draft scrimmage at Feildian Gardens on Friday night. Unfortunately her dad (and coach) lost the toss for the team rights.
The first place Hawks were a scoring machine this season in Peewee A. The Most Valuable Player goes to Charlie Dawe. Most Dedicated Player goes to Isabella Veitch. Congrats Charlie and Isabella! Winners will receive their awards at a later date. Next up: Cobras!
@PeeweeA_Hawks
Well folks, we got to the finish line safely. Bravo to all players, rink officials, fans, parents, coaches, managers & volunteers who made it happen. A 50 day gap did not break our desire to finish. Get the jerseys on the line! See ya next season! Photo credit: Denise Fleet
Folks, that's a wrap on another season of DJHL hockey. We leave you with a moment that says what matters most: the players & showing them how to care for one another. Our Kavy gives Josh House of the Red Wings a hug after the Atlantic final loss to Moncton.
@U13AAAREDWINGS
The first ever Ladies Hockey League in St. John's was begun in 1937. It featured 3 teams, one of which was the Comets. Our new U15 AA Girls red jerseys salute these pioneers as part of our legacy theme. Great design work by Troy Birmingham.
As the 2019-2020 edition of the DJHL begins tomorrow with the league expanded from 52 teams to 65, best wishes to all teams for an exciting year. We are a league that continues to honor the legacy of Don Johnson, a Honorary Lifetime Member of Hockey Canada.
@HkyNL
@HockeyCanada
At today's media event hosted by the Sled Dogs & our Host Committee for the 2019 Para Hockey Cup starting Dec. 1 in Paradise, I couldn't help but be impressed by the speed & skill of 11 year old Gavin Baggs. Gavin has a bright future in the game.
@NLSledge
#CTParaCup
@HkyNL
This weekend, while the Scotiabank Privateers were in Montreal for a tournament and catching an NHL game, Alex Newhook took time to sign autographs, chat with parents and players, and pose for a huge group photo. Classy move by a classy guy.
@alexnewhook
Troy Ryan, Head Coach of the Olympic gold medal and World Championship gold medal Women's National Team, to speak at the Scotiabank DJHL Banquets on April 16th!
Good news from tonight's action at Goulds Arena was that four teams of kids enjoyed playing exciting play-off hockey. Jackals rallied back to tie Hawks & Scorpions rallied back to tie Falcons. Bad news is that the conduct of some adults towards refs was disgusting.
#Relax
,Tim
Christopher Stone is this year's recipient of the Fan of the Year Award. Well deserved award for a very kind person who supports the DJHL so well, especially the Guardians.
@Guardians23DJHL
Our final pair of team individual awards are presented to the first-place Bantam AA Gladiators. MVP is awarded to Michael Strapp and Most Dedicated Player is given to Jalen Vokey. Congrats to both!
@BnsGladiators
Tomorrow: All-Star Team Selections!
Newfoundland Growlers have had a major impact on hockey in the province. The 2019 Kelly Cup Champs have evolved quickly into outstanding ambassadors for NL. We like to think of our new Ice Growlers for Girls U15 AA as their first cousins & a nice twist on celebrating
@NLGrowlers
Jackals cranked up their team play in Peewee A on the way to claiming the divisional title this season. Team MVP goes to Captain Owen Barrington. Most Dedicated is awarded to Cohen Ryan. Congrats Owen and Ryan! Tomorrow the League will announce the Peewee AA winners.
@BNS_Jackals
RBC program this season has it's strongest group of female talent ever. Bravo to Kaitlyn Lee, Molly Gill, Haley Ryan, Lacy Bigelow, Allie Spencer, Jorga Roff & Izabella O'Leary. Honorable mention to AP Julia Butler! Doing
@sarahdavis09
proud! Great photo by Janet Roff
#WorthAShot
BNS Spartans started slow, but found their weapons down the stretch, winning 11 of last 13 regular season games. They kept it going in the play-offs & led final 1-0 when things halted. MVP is awarded to Keegan Warren. Most Dedicated goes to Noah King. Congrats guys!
@BnsSpartans
Big shout out to 14 Team Managers in our Scotiabank Pooled Hockey Program. Like veteran Darcy Tucker in this snap, they handle an incredible amount of team business. In times of Covid-19, double carding, & runaway social media, their roles have been appreciated more than ever.
Next time you see Geoff Hynes of
@NLDivisionX
Photography, thank him if you are involved in any way with the DJHL. This guy sets the height bar when it comes to corporate partnership...& awesome action shots. Take a look at this pic from today's U15 AA Gold Medal Game. Incoming!
Steve Power has always shared a strong vision as to what the DJHL stood for & how it should honor the legacy of Don Johnson. Those who have a big impact on our hockey community are only truly appreciated when they move on. Steve will be very appreciated next season….Tim
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Tomorrow Don Dyke, as fine a local hockey volunteer & gentleman you'll ever meet, relocates back to Lethbridge, Alberta. Working alongside him in hockey circles has been a privilege. Good luck Dyke family!
@DonDyke1
@HkyNL
@BlizzardNL
@NLSledge
Our female Pooled A players shine for their skating & high compete level. Finally got a pose from Leah Wicks, Laura Dyke, Maria Groves & Isabella Veitch from Peewee A. Anna Barrington, Olivia Hawco & Airika Penney rock in Bantam A. Sarah Davis was once lone female in A division.
DJHL is pleased to introduce our four new team logos coming this season to our Scotiabank Pooled Program. Lynx and Ravens will debut in Peewee AA, while Privateers and Spartans will join the battle in Bantam AA. Thanks
@PaulMillsNL
of Prime Creative!
#sharp
When two teams from DJHL clash in U13AAA Spud Final in PEI, you got to get a group shot when the battle is over. Congrats to Rangers on the gold medal performance & to the Red Wings on their silver medal performance. And how about those Hitmen!
#WeAreDJHL
@HkyNL
Kirby and Turpin tap their leather lobsters during a break in action during bronze medal game. Nice photo Ms. Devereaux!
@Cobras2018_19
@DJHLWolverines
Besides their sharp looking jerseys, Scotiabank Cobras, under Head Coach Charles Dyke, will also stand out for having 3 females players on their roster - the most of any Peewee A team. Defensive tandem of Laura Dyke & Leah Wicks are joined by AP Isabella Veitch.
#GirlPower
3 takeaways from last night's Peewee A action at Goulds Arena: 1) the strong passing by all teams, 2) an AP player scoring twice & reminding us why we offer the program, & 3) players tapping their goalie after a shot, save or no save.
#WeAreDJHL
Max McCarthy of the Eastern Red Wings poses with the team staff (minus Jamie Coady) shortly after winning U13AAA Atlantics MVP & Top Scorer. Proud team moment with the spotlight on a dynamic performance.
@U13AAAREDWINGS
Being associated with a League that bears the late Don Johnson's name is always a privilege. Last night Mark Noseworthy, Don Power & I joined Don's son, Mike Johnson and his son, David, at the Volunteer Hall of Fame Banquet for Don's induction.
@HkyNL
@HockeyCanada
@StevePowerNL
Our U13AAA DJHL All-Star Selections: Brayden Humby (G), Maddox Coady (D), Jack Clarke (D), Eli Jack (F), Max McCarthy (F), & Liam Costello (F). Congrats to all recipients!
Wolverines were proud owners of a .750 winning percentage during the regular season. Their Team MVP is awarded to Noah Boland, while their Team Most Dedicated goes to Cole Walsh. Congrats to both! Awards will be presented at a future event.
@Wolverines_AA
We have lots of puffins around Newfoundland during the summer. Looks like we are going to have a few stick around for the winter. Great logo work once again by Troy Birmingham of TB Creative. Good news on the expansion front coming soon.
The DJHL's first foray into AAA hockey ended in fine style tonight as Luke McGuire scored the shoot-out winner for the Thunder to claim gold over the Atlantic Silver medal-winning Knights. Entertainment value & skill shown in this division all season was truly impressive.
On line application and try-out registration form for pooled hockey now available on home page at . Deadline is September 24th! See web site for important related news article.
The 2019-20 Bantam AA All-Star Team all competed with high intensity and leadership on the ice (3 Captains and 2 Alternate Captains in the mix). Congrats to Goalie Keegan Warren, Defensemen Mateo Rontondi & Will Scott, and Forwards Noah King, Ryan Loveless, & Michael Strapp.
This week Crushers Coach Bernie Manning surprised Centurions Assistant Coach Morgan Warren with a pre-game gift: a signed hockey stick from the AHL St. John's Maple Leafs from 2001-02. Morgan's autograph is on it. Like Morgan, the stick stayed around.
#GreatMove
#WeAreDJHL
The Puffins of the DJHL Girls U13 Pooled Hockey Program have a team name inspired by the legacy of Buddy the Puffin. This gold medal is for you Buddy!
@NLGrowlers
In a regular game of hockey, one offside never ruins a game. But going offside by not wearing a mask in the stands can ruin a game, a season, a winter.
#WearTheGear
#MaskUp
Tonight we presented the Scotiabank banners in AA hockey to two well deserving teams: U15 Generals & U13 Wolverines. Team play & a desire to win stood out for both squads.
#WeAreTheDJHL
Our U13AAA MVPs as video messaged into our banquet this evening by Andrew "Kavy" Kavanagh while on vacay in Florida (hard life there Kavy): McCarthy, Budgell & Jack. Well done!
Carson Chafe, on behalf of our title sponsor,
@Scotiabank
, and DJHL President Mark Noseworthy, make the official puck drop between Falcons Luke Lundrigan & Hawks Alex Roberts to start DJHL season at Goulds Arena. Thank you Scotiabank!
Our GU15 AA players become the first to wear our new DJHL Stars travel jerseys as they play Western and Tri=Pen in provincial AA exhibition hockey in Gander beginning today. Thank you Scotiabank!
@gu15aastars
Sportscraft Stars of Week
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go to Jared Devereaux (Cobras), Nathan O'Brien (Wolverines), and Leah Wicks (Cobras), who all showcased their talent in the Peewee Bronze A Medal Series. Read about them at
@Cobras2018_19
@BnsWolverines
@NlSportsCraft
Work kept him from 2 banquets yesterday, but we tracked him down today. Pleasure to present outgoing Pres. Donnie Power with a plaque to acknowledge his dedicated leadership to DJHL. We've always counted on him to call it like he saw it.
@hockeynl1935
@DonPowerC21
@ne_eagles
All 3 teams from our U13AAA division have made it to the semi-finals of the Spud Tournament in PEI. The U13AAA division featured 28 teams. Bravo to all 3 teams: Hitmen, Red Wings and Rangers!
Pooled hockey works.
With the end of the League play-off season tonight, our solid partnership with
@RBC
has come to an end. We salute RBC for their generosity & vision. The late Don Johnson received the first RBC jersey; it's only fitting our 17-18 RBC players keep the last ones.
#Legacy
#WeAreDJHL
Off ice, the Cobras stood out this season for leading the charge to fit out their teammate when a fire destroyed his equipment. Team MVP goes to Kai Hodder and Team Most Dedicated goes to Ryan Mouland. Congrats Kia and Ryan!
@2020Cobras
If you are lucky enough to be playing in an Atlantic baseball tournament same time as Pooled Hockey try-outs are ongoing, DJHL will make every effort to accommodate you. We ask that one parent rep per team contact us at djhlnews
@gmail
.com to identify players and discuss options.
Congrats to Head Coach Charles Dyke & the BNS Cobras on being the first DJHL team to claim a divisional first place finish.
#SolidTeamPlay
. No need to remind the Cobras or their worthy competition that win-loss records dial back to zero when Second Season begins!