1. When does the season start?
Adults- May 2025 to August 2025
Minors- June 2025 to August 2025
2. What days of the week are the games played?
Adults- Monday & Wednesday
Minors- Tuesday
Both adults and minors begin the season with a mini tournament which will be played on the first weekend of the season.
3. What time do the games start at?
Adults- 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Minors- 6:00pm to 10:00pm
4. Where are the games played?
Cambrian Arena
Carmichael Arena
McClelland Arena
5. What are the equipment requirements?
CSA Approved Helmet
Hockey/Lacrosse Gloves
Shin Pads (either soccer or ball hockey) **ice hockey shin pads are prohibited**
All equipment can be found at Skaters Edge Sudbury!
6. What are the age groups?
Adults > 18+
U18 > 2007 & 2008
U16 > 2009 & 2010
U14 > 2011 & 2012
U12 > 2013 & 2014
U10 > 2015+
7. How much does it cost to play in the GSBHL?
Adults- $250.00
Minors- $150.00
This fee covers the jersey, arena rental, referees, OBHF membership, city insurance, prizes, and timekeepers.
8. Can I register past the deadline?
Yes, a late registration period will run. Please reach out to us for more information.
9. I have never played ice hockey or ball hockey, is it okay to register?
Absolutely. We encourage anyone to participate.
10. What rules do I need to know that are different then ice hockey?
The biggest difference in ball hockey is the "Floating Blue Line" rule. Once a team crosses the opponent's blue line with the ball, the attacking team will then have half of the entire playing surface within which to control the ball, from behind the opponent's goal to the center line of the arena.
11. Where can I find the rule book for ball hockey?
The CBHA rule book can be found on our website. It should also be noted that the GSBHL has also implemented certain rules that override the CBHA rule book which can also be found on the website.
12. How is the season structured?
Regular season- Each team will play every team once. Upon completion, teams will be ranked into A & B to maintain fair play and proceed to play teams within their respective divisions.
Playoffs- QF, SF and Final (all best of three games).
13. What opportunities outside of the league are there for ball hockey?
Ball hockey is a growing sport across Canada. There are provincial tournaments for all age groups and our league is looking to send teams to represent the GSBHL at several events. In the past three seasons our league has had tremendous success with the Men's New Sudbury Zambronis taking home gold in the 2024 provincial championships, Men's Sudbury Ball Hogs winning the 2024 Spittin Chiclets Cup, and the U18 Flying Elbows taking home 2nd place in the 2023 provincial championships.
14. Are we a for profit league?
No, our league does not profit. We plan to officially register as a non-for-profit during 2025.
15. Who do I contact if I have more questions?
Please contact the Greater Sudbury Ball Hockey League Association by email at payments@gsbhl.com
