The Creston Valley Junior Hockey Society held its annual general meeting in May with about 30 people in attendance.

Four members of last year’s board of directors stayed on, three from years past rejoined and four new faces stepped up to become the 2013-14 executive.

Taking the role of president is second-year director Scott Veitch, who will be helped by vice-president Michael Moore (fourth year).

Susan McLarty (first year) will be the board secretary and events co-ordinator.

After taking a one-year hiatus, Melanie Bright (third year) is back on board in the role of treasurer. Also returning from a one-year hiatus is Joanne Endicott (13th year) as community relations director.

Also returning are game night co-ordinator Kelly Moore (fourth year) and billet co-ordinator Shannon Veitch (fourth year).

Chad Luke, a former board member from years past, has taken on the role of director of security.

New to the board are Debbie Keirn (director of fund-raising and merchandising), Todd Livingstone (transportation co-ordinator) and Ken Blow (director of personnel).

The new board is a good mix and the members are excited to see what happens this season, with coach Josh Hepditch remaining as the bench boss for another season.

This should be a competitive year as the Nelson Leafs are hosting the Cyclone Taylor Cup (B.C. junior B championship) in April 2014, so all teams in the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League will strive to reach the tournament in our “backyard.”

Plans will be made during the summer months for events this season. Expect to see Jersey Night and Minor Hockey Night return to the Johnny Bucyk Arena along with other fan-based events.

The Thunder Cats have a season ticket sale on. Contact Moore at tcats@hotmail.ca for more information or check out our Web site www.crestonvalleythundercats.com.