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Pietramala said the object of the project is not to leave behind the existing league. With preparations already in full stride across the league for the 2008-09 season, the division will not hit full stride from a player standpoint until the 2009-10 season at the earliest A draft is likely to be implemented by the 2009- 10 season. “Ifyou want a better prod- uct, you have to invest in it," he said. “There is a whole concept of things that could make junior hockey, as a whole, better. Things can’t continue the way they are; we need something different." Mr. Pietramala said the concept will require a few years to mature before an accurate assessment can be formalized. “Maybe it’ll go nowhere, butlthinkwe’llgoontobigger and betterthinga I don't know what the ultimate answer is, but we want to start some- thing we think has a chance." “This is meant to be an opportunityto trysomething difierent and see if it goes well," said Hurricanes’ co- owner Anthony Pietramala. Jr.A Ieague’deteriorating’ “Thene was nevér afiy dis- Though we no longer have a retail location, we are still selling premium, loose leaf tea and tea accessories. While our website is under construction, tea orders can be phoned in at (905) 640-8787. Pick-up or drop-off. Cal/for details, but don’t run out of your favourite tea. I em P291,- From up 1. Churchill Church For a limited time only. ORDER NOW! (905) 640â€"8787 15 ....in a eapot' TEA SALES off your tea order % “This is not about the NCAA, but the quality of hockey at the junior level in general,” Mr. Pietramala said. The project will empha- size education and focus on players aspiring to reach the next level in hockey, whether the Ontario Hockey league or college and university hockey in Canada or the United States. “Give the OHA credit for having the courage for the firsttimeinalongtimetouy something to improve. This league has been eroding for a long time. We have a declining productsoweneedtochange tobebetterforthefutune.” Mr. Pietramala stressed the significance of a smaller, compact group. He said the focus will be on a league-first approach rather than indi- vidual teams and strength will come from united and dedicated ownership. “Teams will sign in blood that it is league first," he said. “Everyone needs to be on the same page. cussion about being a break- away or outlaw league," he said. “This is about how we can have an influence on the deteriorating state of junior hockey in Ontario. The facts prove it; we’ve become a watered down league." Non-profit organizations and/or events are free, otherwise you can post an event for a nominal fee. Go to pop.yorkregion.com for details or email solark@yrmg.com or nmoore@yrmg.com ' Fundraise for Canada’s Athletes CWMIHMADA RUN FOR CANADA JILYLZOOO W-Tnbune. Thursda); lune 51 2008 10KRun~3KWalk-1KKldsRm 8 You Could