Richmond Jets Minor Hockey Association

We’re excited to announce the following head coach positions for our 2026-27 Richmond Jets Rep Teams:

U11A1 — Linden Saip
U11A2 — Reegan House
U11A3 — Ray Hung
U13A1 — Michael Gill
U13A2 — Ryan Bayley
U13A3 — Alexander Clarke
U15A1 — Mike Ikeda
U15A2 — OPEN
U18A1 — Judd Lambert

We are extremely fortunate to have such a wealth of high-level coaching experience, along with a proven track record of developing young athletes both on and off the ice.

We will continue to announce new coaches as we fill the positions.

U11A4 - Coach to be determined
U15A2 - Coach to be determined
U15A3 - Pending registration numbers and coach
U17A1 - Coach to be determined

We’re Hiring!

The Richmond Jets are currently accepting applications for the following Head Coach positions for the 2026/2027 season:

• U17A1 Head Coach
• U15A2 Head Coach

These roles play an important part in developing young athletes both on and off the ice through leadership, technical development, team culture, and mentorship.

If you are passionate about player development and helping shape the future of Richmond Jets hockey, we encourage you to apply.

Apply Here or click link in our bio:
richmondjetsmha.com/get-involved/coaching-application-form/

It is with great sadness and deep appreciation that we announce the passing of Coach Scott Long. Scott passed away on August 16th, 2025, and while we have held this news close out of respect for his family's wishes during this private time of grief, we now share it with the broader community that knew and loved him.

From his early years in the Vancouver Minor Hockey League, through his time at Killarney Secondary, and later in adult leagues, hockey was a constant thread throughout Scott's life.

As his sons grew, Scott naturally stepped into coaching with Seafair and the Richmond Jets, where he made a lasting mark on countless players and families. He began his coaching journey in 2006 with Seafair and returned to the bench nearly every year until coaching his final season in 2024 with the Richmond Jets. Throughout that career, he was a finalist for Coach of the Year more than once. Few things brought Scott more joy than watching players grow — not only as hockey players, but as people — throughout the course of a season.

When Scott wasn't on the ice, he was still thinking about the game and the community around it: sketching out plays, and lending a hand wherever it was needed. We want to thank Scott for volunteering his truck to the Richmond Jets float in the Steveston Salmon Festival, and for volunteering to coach the 2024 PCAHA U-21 Scholarship Tournament.

Scott's legacy lives on in the many young lives he influenced, the teams he supported, and the community he cared for so deeply. He will be remembered for his kindness, dedication, and the love he poured into every team he coached.

📣 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING | Richmond Jets MHA
We're hosting our AGM on Tuesday, June 2nd at 7:00 PM PST via Zoom!
Your voice shapes the future of hockey in our community. Join us to stay informed, vote on key decisions, and help lead the association forward. 🏒
📋 Agenda & materials available at richmondjetsmha.com
🗳️ Nominations for Board of Directors open now — deadline May 26 at noon PST
Zoom link will be sent via email closer to the meeting date.

Congratulations to current Richmond Jets player who has committed to the University of Massachusetts Boston for the upcoming season. Cianna is our 2025-2026 U18 Player of the Year awardee and Richmond Arenas Community Association Scholarship recipient.

Congrats, Cianna!

🏒 A heartfelt congratulations to our 2025–2026 Volunteer of the Year — Shaun Hirtle!

Shaun's excellent hockey knowledge and calm demeanor made him an invaluable presence for his team throughout the season. Volunteers like Shaun are the heartbeat of our association, and we are so grateful for everything he gives to the game and our community. Thank you, Shaun! 🙏

🌟 We are thrilled to announce our Recreational Manager of the Year — Teresa Huang!

Teresa is truly in a league of her own. Her meticulous planning, proactive organizational skills, and seamless communication with parents and players made her the backbone of her team. Because of Teresa, coaches and players could focus on what matters most — the game. As one parent put it: "she drove the bus all season long." 🚌 Thank you, Teresa!

🌟 A huge congratulations to our Rep Manager of the Year — Melissa Lai!

Melissa went far beyond managing the logistics of practices, games, and tournaments. She created personalized swag for players, organized team breakfasts, and handled everything with transparency and incredible organization. Her dedication to her team was felt by everyone. Thank you for everything, Melissa! 🙏

🏒 Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Referee of the Year — Benny Rustia!

In just three years of officiating, Benny has become known as reliable, calm, and an all-around amazing official. Beyond his work on the ice, he has been a mentor to younger referees — helping build the next generation of officials. An incredible person both in and out of the rink. Thank you, Benny! 👏