By rdnewsNOW staff

championship tournaments a no-go

Hockey Alberta cancels provincials

Jan 8, 2021 | 8:00 AM

Hockey Alberta says it has made the difficult decision to cancel its 2021 Provincial Championships.

“With the uncertainty we are facing in the fight against COVID-19, the decision has been made to cancel all tournaments for the 2021 Hockey Alberta Provincial Championships, presented by ATB Financial. These tournaments will not be rescheduled for the 2021 season,” Hockey Alberta said in a release.

“This decision has been made with the safety of all our members and participants in mind. Within the current environment in Alberta related to COVID-19, hosting tournaments will likely not be possible, and making this decision now will ensure that members do not waste time, money and other resources in planning to host tournaments.”

Hockey Alberta says they continue to be focused on working with government officials to develop a plan that will permit teams to return to practice and game play this season.

“Establishing the meaningful competition that is required to identify and move teams from league play into playoffs will not be easy. However, as we return to play this season, Leagues will have the ability to still find ways to determine a champion.”

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