What does CNN in CNN Spurs stand for?

The acronym “CNN” in the team name stands for Crows Nest North. Crows Nest North road is the halfway point between Gibbons and Bon Accord. CNN minor hockey teams are made up of families from both communities, which makes the CNN family larger than your average rural minor hockey association. Kids from both Gibbons and Bon Accord are proud to play for the CNN Spurs; Go Spurs Go.

CNN’s Philosophy

CNN creates a holistic learning environment for all players, parents, and coaches. Giving players a safe and fun learning experience is our number one priority. We are committed to developing strong hockey players on the ice and well-rounded individuals off the ice.

CNN has now lifted all COVID-19 protocols. We ask that you carry a few lessons from this moving forward. Respecting each others space and making proactive choices in yours and the teams health. We as an organization made it through the last few years with kids on the ice and we want to keep it that way. Thanks for your hard work through those tough times. 

CNN is aware of the recent Hockey Canada scandal and as a very small player in the province we will endeavour to communicate any concerns with the allocation of fees to Hockey Alberta. We are not able to dictate what Hockey Alberta puts these funds toward but will be watching to ensure the best use of your fees is respected.

What can you expect from CNN and what do they have to offer?

CNN is a rural minor hockey association, with big benefits. Having two arenas gives us the ability to give teams more ice time, usually 3+ hours a week! We offer reasonable hockey fees, which include hockey development classes (power skating, shooting camps, goalie camps, etc).

Minor hockey in Gibbons and Bon Accord starts with registration in June, then usually around the 3rd week in September with evaluations and team selection.  Practices begin immediately after teams are set.  The hockey season usually ends with playoffs wrapping up around middle of March.