The Powassan Voodoos have requested, and have received permission, for a leave of absence for the remainder of the 2020-21 season due to ongoing issues associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Players currently the property of the Voodoos will be dispersed in accordance to league by-laws and regulations, allowing them the opportunity to potentially join other NOJHL clubs and compete this season.
The Voodoos had assembled as a team training independently out of the Powassan Sportsplex in November and December while the NOJHL started playing regular-season games.
“We thank the Powassan Voodoos organization, the Municipality of Powassan and the North Bay – Parry Sound, and area, Public Health Unit for all their concentrated efforts in attempting to resolve the issues presented,” stated NOJHL commissioner Robert Mazzuca in a release.
“However, in the end, it was not feasible for the Voodoos to return to play this year, but we trust they’ll be back in full form for the 2021-22 season,” added Mazzuca.
Also, as the Canada – U.S. Border also remains closed for non-essential travel, the Soo Eagles continue to be unable to participate in league play.
The regular national January 10 roster cut-down date for junior-aged players in Canada has now been extended to February 25, 2021.
With that, competing team final rosters will now have to be set by no later than March 7, 2021.
