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Save the Date 5th GRM Remembrance Day Classic

  • Nov 3, 2023 - Nov 5, 2023

  • OWHA Sanction Number: TBA

We are taking SAVE THE DATE spots

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Congratulations to our 2022 Champions and Finalists

U11BB Champion ~ Saugeen Shores Finalists ~ Grand River Mustang

U11HL Champion ~ Waterloo Bertrand Finalists ~ Barrie Sharks

U13BB Champion ~ Orangeville Tigers Finalists ~ Kitchener Lady Rangers

U13B Champion ~ KincardineKinucks Finalists ~ Cold Creek Comets

U13HL Champion ~ Bulrington Red Fames Finalists ~ Waterloo Ravens

U15A Champion ~ CYGHA Panters Finalists ~ Markham Stouffille Stars

U15B Champion ~ Grand River Mustangs Finalists~ St Marys Rock

U15HL Champion ~ Waterloo Hartleib Finalists~ Waterloo Oliphant

U18B Champion ~ Grand River Mustangs Finalists ~ St Thomas Panthers

U22HL Champion ~Cambridge Roadrunners Finalists ~ Grand River Mustangs Black

 

Headquarters opens at 715AM Friday

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REMINDER DAYLIGHT SAVINGS THIS SATURDAY NIGHT:

We gain an hour in November (as opposed to losing an hour in the spring) to accommodate for more daylight in the mornings. When we "spring forward" in March, it's to add more daylight in the summer evenings.

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Headquarters Office is located inside the Centre Wellington Sports Complex across from the Great Hall inside the small office 

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FYI: OWHA RAMP & GAME CODES

ONCE WE UPLOAD The tournament schedule in our system as well into the OWHA RAMP system with all teams game codes will be found in their teams RAMP login app.

If you are unsure how to locate same, please ask your association registrar or administrator for assistance.

Do not call the OWHA requesting access.

Your association has been provided with access information for all teams.

Teams are responsible for ensuring they indicate players and bench staff are indicated within RAMP as well as ensuring jersey numbers are noted (if not showing) for every game.

Goal scorers and penalties cannot be entered if jersey numbers are not showing in the system.

Coach, manager or designated individual must also ensure they sign at the bottom of both of the players info and bench staff info.

NEW POSTING IN DOCUMENTS - Regarding AP or Callup players in regards to how to properly add them to your official RAMP ROSTER - See document Section please

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TEAM MANAGER REMINDERS AND DEADLINES:

NOW POSTED Tournament Schedule to post in Document Section FINAL VERSIOn Mon Oct 24 @ 9PM

PAST DUE All Teams to update their online account bench staff / player rosters

NOW POSTED Tournament Rules to post Document Section

EMAIL UPDATE Coming Soon Coach /Manager final to do information 

NOW AVAILABLE Free Scores Text to Phone Package posted in Document Section: Hello Teams and families. We are pleased to provide this FREE Service to our guests to receive all  scores and team advancement notifications sent directly to your personal mobile device.

Super Simple that allows parents and relatives to enjoy their time at the event with updates coming directly following each game. Not only is it easy to use, the advancement notifications tell you who you are playing, at what arena and at what time. This system will also notify you of vendors /sponsor specials / silent auctions and other important reminders while the event is taking place. It really can’t get much simpler than this amazing free feature! 

Please note it is a minimum requirement that ALL Team Staff sign up for this feature and as many parents as possible to make the Team Managers lives easier

Reminder all texts are free to receive, we respect your privacy and your information is never shared.
To subscribe for text messaging or to find out more, please click this link: http://www.tourneysms.com/Mobile/MRegister.aspx?TrnSMS=b1498117

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 WE OFFER SPECIAL COMMEMORATIVE SOLDIER OF GAME AWARDS FOR EVERY GAME:  These will be available when you check in at the arena checkin tables.

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50/50 Draw taking place details at the arenas 

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Vendors On site Main Headquarters arena - Team Action Photos, dressing room locker shots bring your camo wear, clothing vendors, Lily the electronics lady, displays by the armed forces as well other feature items coming soon

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The SATURDAY "Mess Hall - Feed the Troops" Open to all athletes and staff .

TBC Tickets will be provided to team manager when they check in. 

Hosted by the Fergus Legion Saturday immediatelt following the 11AM opening ceremony located  at Centre Wellington  in Mainfloor Community. The legion is serving snacks drinks while supplies last 

TBC - Parents and guests can also participate for $5 each ( TBC) All proceeds back to the Legion

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COMING SOON  Moments of Silence will take place Sunday Time TBC - All games in process will observe a stoppage of play before this time and lineup on their bluelines for a moment of silence

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Teams may participate using the Dress Code Theme for this event will be Red & White in recognition of our Countries National Flag Colors. Optional wear is Camouflage of any color and Green Army fatigues attire.

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TEAMS Wreath Laying optional - Inside the Headquarters arena a Smaller Cenotaph will be made available for teams wishing to participate in honoring the past service men and women who have provided our freedom.

Wreath laying can take place inside Centre Wellington Arena as we have a Mini cenotaph or you may take the team over to the official Fergus Cenotaph in town.

Directions: Cenotaph is located in a park at the north-east corner of Tower Street and Bridge Street.

This memorial was first erected in 1935, as a result of the efforts of Dr. Norman Craig,

a former Flight-Lieutenant, whose play provided the proceeds to erect this memorial.

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A must when it get dark outside and while in town please Be sure to visit the each night the candles are lit it’s very humbling to see

https://www.wellington.ca/en/discover/mus-wewillrememberthem.aspx

Wellington County Museum and Archives  0536 Wellington Rd 18 . Fergus ON N1M-2W3

Watch this video to see how amazing this ishttps://youtu.be/Wj8QCfEp87o

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 TEAMS WISHING TO PAY TRIBUTE TO A VET OR ACTIVE SOLDIERS: Your dressing room doors can be your showcase of appreciation, Teams are encouraged to do a little research possibly a member of your team has a special family member male or female who actively served or who still serves. Special tributes will be greatly welcomed and you as a team can decide "Who you are playing for this weekend". 

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Please Support the local Legions - General Public are all invited to drop by the Fergus Branch 275 Legion over the 3 days to witness first hand the services they provide. As well our new Elora Legion Branch Branch 229 located at 110 Metcalfe St Elora.

General Public are always invited to attend the infamous Fergus Cenotaph to pay their respects. 

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Just posted in Document section this year's Special Edition Customized Hoodies for $75 Tax in with all proceeds going to the Legion. The inside liner of the hoodie is decked out with poppies simply amazing.

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2022 Gold and silver Medallions & Banners to Division Champions

4 Games Min Guaranteed for ALL Divisions

We always advance 50% of divisions to next rounds.

Off Ice - We offer Player of game awards at all games

TBA  -Silent Auctions, Draws and Raffles

N/A- Music at games

More exciting FUN details to be announced on this main page

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2021 Feature Divisions: Peewee AA, Bantam AA, Bantam A, Midget AA, Midget A, Midget BB, Intermediate A, Senior A

Game Lengths 12-12-15 - CDN $1399  - USA $1199

All Other Rep Divisions and House Travel Divisions

Game Lengths 11-11-11 - CDN $1199 - USA $1100

U9 Divisions will be playing Half ice 2 x23 Minute periods teams must be able to bring min 16 skaters

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Teams must be ready to play at 8 AM Friday out of town teams travel taken into consideration

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2022 PAYMENT for Team Entry Fees by E-transfer is preferred send to: Cheques payable to Grand River Mustangs Girls Hockey Inc.

Teams wishing to make payment using E-transfer please use the following process:

Send Etransfer to   [email protected]

Use the password if needed : Mustangs2022

In the comment section please identify Example U15AA Parkinson

The Teams Division – Association Name and Head Coach Surname

Payment by cheques

Make payable to Grand River Mustangs Girls Hockey Inc

No POST DATED Cheques will be accepted unless a request to do so has been verified with our office. e understand early in the season funds may not have been fully collected so we will work with you to ensure the commitment is still in place and in good faith.

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2022 LIVE LINK HOTELS; The 2022 Grand River Mustangs Remembrance Day Classic is pleased to partner with Sport-Travel as our official Tournament Accommodations provider. 

All participating teams requiring housing for the tournament should utilize the services of Sport-Travel to participate in the tournament.

All participating teams requiring housing for the tournament should utilize the services of Sport-Travel to participate in the tournament.

Please book via the link below or contact James Carr Hotel Procurement Manager [email protected] 

Phone: 519-433-6677 Ext 353 OR Toll-Free: 1-800-304-6346 EXT 353

CLICK THE LIVE LINK BELOW TO VIEW HOTEL AVAILABILITY

https://app.sport-travel.com/Tournaments/HotelList_Results_sr.php?eventid=77130 

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Welcome to this very special and unique Remembrance Day Tournament opportunity. This event annually sell out early.

This will be one event you will not want to miss! Last event was a complete sell out and we are so pleased with being able to donate much needed funds to our local Legion. 

This tournament is in support of the men and women who have given so much.

We believe it is time to give back and need your support. Special events will be taking place over the entire course of the weekend, closely working in conjunction with our Fergus Royal Canadian Legion Branch 275. and the Elora Legion Branch 229

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2022 Event questions please contact us [email protected] 

please include in subject line your Division & Association name 

2021 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CHAMPIONS AND FINALISTS

U11 B ~ Champion Clearview IceCats ~ Finalists Grand River Mustangs

U13 B~ Champion Walkerton Capitals ~ Finalists Kitchener Lady Rangers

U13HL ~ Champion Waterloo Ravens Oliphant ~  Finalists Ilderton Jets

U15 C ~ Champion Saugeen Shores ~ Finalists TCDMHA

U15 HL ~ Champion Kitchener Red Joncas ~ Finalists Gananoque Royals

U18 BB ~ Champion Guelph Gryphons ~ Finalists Orillia Hawks

U18 B ~ Champion Grand River Mustangs ~ Finalists Hamilton Hawks

U18 C ~ Champion Chatham Crush ~ Finalists  Lambeth Lancers

U18HL ~ Champion U18HL Clarington Flames Allison ~ Finalist Grand River Mustangs 8441

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2019 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CHAMPIONS AND FINALISTS

Atom BB ~ Champion Grand River Mustangs  Finalists Kincardine Kinucks

Atom House League ~ Champion Burlington Meeboer  Finalists Kitchener Vandervoort

Peewee B ~ Champion Ancaster Avalanche   Finalists Mount Forest

Peewee C ~ Champion TCDMHA   Finalists Lambton Attack

Peewee House League ~ Champion Grand River Schneider  Finalists Grand River Armstrong

Bantam B ~ Champion Wallaceburg Lakers Finalists Cambridge Roadrunners

Bantam HL ~ Champion Grand River Brideau Finalists South County Predators

Intermediate House League ~ Champion Grand River Jefferies  Finalists Oakville Hornets

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2018 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR CHAMPIONS AND FINALISTS!

Novice B ~ Champions Guelph Gryphons   Finalists  Mount Forest

Novice HL ~ Champions Grand River Mustangs   Finalists  St Catharines Blue

Atom B ~ Champions TDCMHA   Finalists  BAFGHA

Atom HL ~ Champions Lambton Attack   Finalists  Grand RiverMustangs 8422

Peewee A ~ Champions Ancaster Avalanche   Finalists  Mississauga Chiefs

Peewee B ~ Champions Georgina Goldenhawks   Finalists  TCDMHA 

Peewee HL ~ Champions Grand River Mustangs 8432   Finalists  Grand River Mustangs 8431

Peewee HL ~ Champions Grand River Mustangs 8437  Finalists  Cambridge Roadrunners

Midget B ~ Champions Temiskaming Shores  Finalists  Grey Highlands Shooting Stars

Midget HL ~ Champions Grand River Mustangs 8441   Finalists  Grand River Mustangs 8443 

Divisions/Level Guaranteed Games Period Lengths Price
U15 BB 4 11-11-11 $100.00 CAD /
$100.00 USD
  • 550 Belsyde Ave E
  • Fergus, ON
  • Canada N1M2W5

Elora & District Community Centre

  • 29 David St. W
  • Elora, ON
  • Canada N0B1S0

Driving Instructions:

From Hwy-401: Hwy-401 to Hwy-6 (exit 295). Proceed north on Hwy-6 approx. 15.75 km (through Guelph until road ends at Woodlawn Rd./Hwy-6/Hwy-7). 
Turn right on Woodlawn Rd./Hwy-6/Hwy-7 and proceed east approx. 2.5 km to Woolwich St./Hwy-6 (intersection at the east side of the cemetery). 
Turn left on Woolwich St./Hwy. 6 and proceed north approx. 4 km to Wellington Rd./CR-7. 
Turn left on Wellington Rd./CR-7 and continue north approx. 15 km to David St. in Elora. 
Turn right on David St. and watch for arena on the right.

Arthur Arena

  • 158 Domville St,
  • Arthur, ON
  • Canada N0G1A0

Driving Instructions:

Arthur is located on Hwy-6, approx. 40 km northwest of Geulph and approx. 115 km northwest of Toronto.

From Hwy-401: Hwy-401 to Hwy-6. North on Hwy-6 (Hanlon Expressway) to the end at Woodlawn Road. 

 

Turn right on Woodlawn Rd. to Woolwich St. (Hwy-6 again). 
Turn left on Woolwich St. and proceed through Fergus (follow Hwy-6 North signs) to Arthur. 
Turn right at Frederick St. (United Church). Go approx. 0.5 km to Domville St. and turn left. 
Arena is on the right.

Palmerston Arena

Located in Minto Ontario

NEED HOTELS; The 2022 Grand River Mustangs Remembrance Day Classic is pleased to partner with Sport-Travel as our official Tournament Accommodations provider.  All participating teams requiring housing for the tournament should utilize the services of Sport-Travel to participate in the tournament. Please book via the link below or contact James Carr Hotel Procurement Manager  [email protected]Phone: 519-433-6677 Ext 353 OR Toll-Free: 1-800-304-6346 EXT 3532022 Hotels CLICK THE LIVE LINK BELOW TO VIEW HOTEL AVAILABILITY 

https://app.sport-travel.com/Tournaments/HotelList_Results_sr.php?eventid=77130

Rules will be posted closer to the event date.