video1.0<iframe src="https://www.loom.com/embed/7b9c133906a043a0813945274e5018f9" frameborder="0" width="1920" height="1440" webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen allowfullscreen></iframe>14401920Loomhttps://www.loom.com14401920https://cdn.loom.com/sessions/thumbnails/7b9c133906a043a0813945274e5018f9-f0ca0c2d4d01bb80.gif3646.528Tyler Fitch and team explained the transition from the former OSAHL to a new league operated by Aizen Corporation, clarified that Auto-AutoCopy is a placeholder name, and extended the pre-registration deadline to the end of August. The presentation covered reasons for price differences, a new package-based registration model (including regional guarantees, priority and flex options), and scheduling/standings rules to improve parity and reduce captain workload. Next steps include circulating the recording, follow-up emails with registration details, additional town halls (including a women's meeting), and offering captain-focused feedback channels and potential refund/guarantee options for year one. ### Meeting purpose and high-level goals 3:25 - Aizen Corporation (represented by Tyler Fitch) is taking over operation of the league previously run by OSAHL/CSMI and aims to reset expectations after recent changes. - The town hall's goal is to explain the transition, address confusion, and allow time for Q&A and chat questions. - Team committed to follow-up communications, additional town halls, and time to confirm registrations after attendees review the recording. ### Branding and pre-registration timeline 7:11 - The public league name 'Auto-AutoCopy' is a temporary placeholder while the long-term brand is finalized. - Pre-registration deadline for returning/former OSAHL teams will be extended to the last day of August to allow teams to hear details before committing. - No money has yet been collected; the team will circulate the recording and provide a simple confirmation process (email with pre-registration summary and clicks to confirm). ### Pricing changes and package model 10:03 - Price increases reflect a new economic arrangement with the SensPlex/CSMI and different facility rental costs; Aizen did not acquire OSAHL and does not inherit the prior cost structure. - Packages (guarantee, priority, flex, etc.) do not cause the underlying price increase; they provide flexibility and different scheduling/guarantee trade-offs. - Payment options planned: e-transfer soon, credit card later (preference to use e-transfer to avoid passing card fees to players). - A stated intention to offer one-time refund options or guarantees to help teams evaluate year one risk and to earn trust through delivered value. ### Game format, regional guarantees and division structure 17:21 - Core game slot remains 50 minutes for year one (open to future feedback if teams prefer stop time or different length). - Regional package commitments can guarantee playing 100% of regular-season games at a designated facility (Bell or Richcraft) except possible city finals. - League will be operated as a single large entity (200–220 teams) with East/West divisions maintained (e.g., Division 7 East/West) and potential for segmentation by skill, age, or other criteria. - Packages affect where and how often teams play (e.g., mostly at one barn vs. both), enabling scheduling flexibility, parity improvements, and varied pricing for teams with different priorities. - DAX and SensPlex remain involved to support transition and historical knowledge transfer. ### Standings, preseason policy and parity approach 34:15 - The league will not use preseason standings; final regular-season standings will be calculated based on winning percentage against teams remaining in the division at season end. - Mid-season realignment is expected; this standings method prevents distorted records when teams move divisions. - Parity efforts include analytics-based division alignment, monitoring of teams with inconsistent rosters or 'ringer' behavior, and adjustments to avoid playoff mis-seeding. - The organization acknowledges nuances (e.g., teams missing players) and commits to monitoring and adapting alignment methods to improve fairness. ### Ice allocation, start date and scheduling preferences 38:59 - Final ice allocation from the Senators is still pending; target season start around September 20th, subject to confirmation of ice. - Scheduling will balance team preferences; packages with more guarantees may limit flexibility and could include paid add-ons for features like blackouts or day-of-week guarantees. - There will be caps on late starts (11pm games) and balancing of start times; specifics will be circulated after ice allocation is known. - Teams can state preferences (e.g., avoid certain days) and the league will attempt accommodations even for teams not paying for guarantees, but greater flexibility allows easier placement. ### Technology, captain tools and event programming 47:36 - Planned technology/tools include an app, live scoring, stat tracking, stat change forms, team management integrations (bench/team apps), and check-in/payment tracking to reduce captain administrative work. - Tools aim to enable live scoring, easier fee collection, roster/check-in management, and limited stat corrections post-game for captains. - League will run special events (e.g., games at Canadian Tire Centre), prize/raffle opportunities, and larger celebration events for champions and city finals. - The organization highlighted previous successes in other markets (Edmonton, Winnipeg) with similar tech and event programming to increase player engagement. ### Captain involvement, feedback channels and next steps 50:45 - Commitment to captain-focused programs: captain advisory committee, captain discounts/loyalty tiers, and efforts to reduce captain workload. - Next steps: circulate meeting recording, send follow-up emails with registration details and FAQs, hold additional town halls (women's meeting immediately following and future in-person events), and match submitted questions to emails for personalized follow-up. - Acknowledged year-one transition risk and willingness to offer registration options that allow teams to withdraw if unsatisfied; aim to earn trust over year one and beyond.