As the 2025-2026 season approaches, preparations are well underway for another exciting year of Nova U15 Major Hockey. One of the first steps in that process is our annual fall tryout camp.

We would like to remind players and families that our fall tryouts are by invitation only.

Earlier this year, during our Spring Identification Camp, we selected 25 players for our protected list. These players, along with a small number of additional invitees, will receive direct invitations to attend our fall tryout sessions. Only those individuals will be permitted to participate.

We understand that many young athletes are eager for an opportunity to showcase their skills, and we are grateful for the continued interest in our program. However, due to league guidelines and our commitment to providing a focused, high-level development environment, we are not able to offer open tryouts beyond our protected and invited players.

If you have questions about the process, we encourage you to review the NSU15MHL guidelines or reach out for clarification. We appreciate your understanding and support as we continue building a competitive and character-driven team for the upcoming season.

Stay tuned to our website and social media channels for more updates as we prepare for puck drop this fall.

The Novas Volunteer at the Special Olympics Nova Scotia Summer Games

The Novas were proud to take part in a truly inspiring day at the 2025 Special Olympics Nova Scotia Summer Games.

Coaches, staff, and nine of our returning players spent the day volunteering at the Games, assisting with a wide range of events and activities. It was an experience none of us will soon forget.

From the moment we arrived, the atmosphere was filled with energy, pride, and inclusion. Our young athletes rose to the occasion — embracing their roles with maturity, treating every Special Olympian with respect, and engaging wholeheartedly in every task. Over the course of ten hours, we watched these young men grow before our eyes — learning lessons that go far beyond the rink.

It was a powerful reminder of the role sport plays in bringing people together and creating opportunities for connection, growth, and community.

We are grateful to the organizers of Special Olympics Nova Scotia for welcoming us into such a meaningful event. And we are incredibly proud of our players for the way they carried themselves throughout the day.

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