When was Guelph Storm founded?

Guelph Storm was founded in 1991 in Guelph, ON, CAN, Canada.

Where is Guelph Storm based?

Guelph Storm is based in Guelph, ON, CAN.

Who is the head coach of Guelph Storm?

The head coach of Guelph Storm is E.J. McGuire.

Who is the captain of Guelph Storm?

The captain of Guelph Storm is Chris Hajt.

What arena does Guelph Storm play in?

Guelph Storm play their home games at Sleeman Centre in Guelph, ON, CAN.

Who is the general manager of Guelph Storm?

The general manager of Guelph Storm is Mike Kelly.

What are the team colors of Guelph Storm?

The team colors of Guelph Storm are Crimson + White.

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1996-1997 Guelph Storm Roster

	#	Player	A	Born	Birthplace	HT	WT	S
GOALTENDERS
		David MacDonald (G)	49	1976	St.Thomas, ON, CAN	5'9"	181	L
		Chris Madden (G)	46	1979	Syracuse, NY, USA	6'0"	176	L
		Bryan McMullen (G)	48	1977	Buffalo, NY, USA	6'1"	201	L
		Brett Thompson (G)	48	1977	Cornwall, ON, CAN	5'9"	168	L
DEFENSEMEN
		Joey Bartley (D)	45	1980	Rexdale, ON, CAN	6'3"	205	L
		Joel Cort (D)	48	1977	Hamilton, ON, CAN	6'5"	220	L
		Mike Dombkiewicz (D)	46	1979	Buffalo, NY, USA	6'0"	209	L
		Chris Hajt (D)"C"	47	1978	Saskatoon, SK, CAN	6'2"	205	L
		Mike Lankshear (D)	47	1978	Burlington, ON, CAN	6'3"	205	L
		Darryl McArthur (D)	47	1978	Oshawa, ON, CAN	6'4"	209	L
		Bryan McKinney (D)	48	1977	East Meadow, NY, USA	6'0"	183	R
		Mike Vellinga (D)	47	1978	Chatham, ON, CAN	6'2"	212	L
		John Zubyck (D)	46	1979	Haileybury, ON, CAN	6'1"	170	L
FORWARDS
		Matt Ball (RW)	50	1976	Toronto, ON, CAN	6'0"	218	R
		Nick Bootland (RW)	47	1978	Shelburne, ON, CAN	6'2"	218	L
		Mike Christian (LW/RW)	46	1979	Mount Hope, ON, CAN	6'1"	201	L
		Bob Crummer (F)	46	1979	Halifax, NS, CAN	5'9"	209	R
		Joe Gerbe (C)	46	1979	Oxford, MI, USA	5'7"	181	R
		Dwayne Hay (LW)"A"	48	1977	London, ON, CAN	6'1"	203	L
		Richard Irwin (LW)	48	1977	Toronto, ON, CAN	6'3"	216	L
		Denis Ivanov (RW)	47	1978	Elektrostal, RUS	6'4"	207	L
	#32	Jason Jackman (C)"A"	48	1977	Bowmanville, ON, CAN	5'9"	181	L
		Robert Kucera (F)	47	1978		5'11"	183	L
		Andrew Long (C)	47	1978	Toronto, ON, CAN	6'2"	183	L
		Manny Malhotra (C)	45	1980	Mississauga, ON, CAN	6'2"	207	L
		Kent McDonell (RW)	46	1979	Williamstown, ON, CAN	6'2"	201	R
		Todd Norman (LW)"C"	49	1977	Gowanstown, ON, CAN	5'11"	203	L
		Michael Pittman (RW)"A"	49	1976	Placentia Bay, NL, CAN	6'0"	190	R
		Ryan Robichaud (LW)	47	1978	Kitchener, ON, CAN	5'11"	194	L
		Brian Wesenberg (RW)"A"	48	1977	Peterborough, ON, CAN	6'3"	187	R
	#24	Brian Willsie (RW)	47	1978	Belmont, ON, CAN	6'1"	196	R

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1996-1997 Guelph Storm Staff

Head CoachE.J. McGuire
General ManagerMike Kelly
Athletic TrainerShane Mabey
Equipment ManagerRuss Hammond
Franchise OwnerJohn Heeley
ScoutPhil Horner

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Guelph Storm Facts

Plays in: Ontario Hockey League
Team Colors: Crimson + White
Town: Guelph, ON, CAN Map
Founded: 1991

1996-1997 Guelph Storm Roster Facts

Nationalities

24 players
5 players
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Experience

Guelph Storm: 2 691 GP

Affiliated Team(s)

Ayr Centennials (GOJHL)

Arena Information

Arena Name: Sleeman Centre
Location: Guelph, ON, CAN
Capacity: 4 195
Construction Year: 2000

Guelph Storm Games

date	home	visiting	score	league
02/14/2026 12:07 AM UTC	Guelph Storm	Flint Firebirds	-	OHL
02/11/2026 11:30 PM UTC	London Knights	Guelph Storm	-	OHL
02/10/2026 12:00 AM UTC	Niagara IceDogs	Guelph Storm	3 - 6	OHL
02/07/2026 12:00 AM UTC	Kitchener Rangers	Guelph Storm	6 - 2	OHL
02/05/2026 04:00 PM UTC	Erie Otters	Guelph Storm	2 - 3	OHL

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Guelph Storm History and Standings

season	league	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2025-2026	OHL	49	21	24	-	-	4	168	199	46	0.94	3	-
2024-2025	OHL	68	21	38	-	-	9	226	301	51	0.75	5	Did not make playoffs
2023-2024	OHL	68	33	28	-	-	7	210	225	73	1.07	4	First round loss
2022-2023	OHL	68	35	28	-	-	5	254	280	75	1.1	2	First round loss
2021-2022	OHL	68	36	24	-	-	8	251	228	80	1.18	2	First round loss
2020-2021	OHL	0	0	0	-	-	0	0	0	0	-	-	Season Cancelled
2019-2020	OHL	63	32	23	-	-	8	218	209	72	1.14	3	Playoffs Cancelled
2018-2019	OHL	68	40	18	-	-	10	308	230	90	1.32	2	Champion
2017-2018	OHL	68	30	29	-	-	9	228	263	69	1.01	4	First round loss
2016-2017	OHL	68	21	40	-	-	7	202	297	49	0.72	5	Did not make playoffs
2015-2016	OHL	68	13	49	-	-	6	156	297	32	0.47	5	Did not make playoffs
2014-2015	OHL	68	38	26	-	-	4	237	237	80	1.18	3	Quarterfinal loss
2013-2014	OHL	68	52	12	-	-	4	340	191	108	1.59	1	Champion
2012-2013	OHL	68	33	23	-	6	6	253	210	84	1.24	5	Conference QF loss
2011-2012	OHL	68	29	31	-	2	6	234	238	68	1	7	Conference QF loss
2010-2011	OHL	68	31	27	-	3	7	249	258	75	1.1	7	Conference QF loss
2009-2010	OHL	68	29	29	-	6	4	242	255	74	1.09	7	Conference QF loss
2008-2009	OHL	68	26	26	-	9	7	226	209	77	1.13	6	Conference QF loss
2007-2008	OHL	68	30	25	-	4	9	213	187	77	1.13	5	Conference SF loss
2006-2007	OHL	68	33	23	-	-	12	215	200	78	1.15	10	Conference QF loss
2005-2006	OHL	68	40	24	-	-	4	232	206	84	1.24	6	Conference Final loss
2004-2005	OHL	68	23	34	10	-	1	167	189	57	0.84	17	Conference QF loss
2003-2004	OHL	68	49	14	5	-	0	276	182	103	1.51	2	Champion
2002-2003	OHL	68	29	28	9	-	2	217	208	69	1.01	13	Conference SF loss
2001-2002	OHL	68	37	23	7	-	1	264	235	82	1.21	8	Conference SF loss
2000-2001	OHL	68	34	23	9	-	2	227	205	79	1.16	8	Conference QF loss
1999-2000	OHL	68	29	34	4	-	1	250	256	63	0.93	15	Conference QF loss
1998-1999	OHL	68	44	22	2	-	-	300	218	90	1.32	4	Conference SF loss
1997-1998	OHL	66	42	18	6	-	-	263	189	90	1.36	1	Champion
1996-1997	OHL	66	35	25	6	-	-	300	251	76	1.15	8	Semifinal loss

Guelph Storm Tournament Statistics

season	tournament	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2018-2019	Memorial Cup	3	2	1	-	0	0	12	8	4	1.33	2	Semifinal loss
2013-2014	Memorial Cup	3	3	0	-	-	-	18	7	6	2	1	Final loss
2003-2004	Memorial Cup	3	0	3	-	-	-	3	10	0	0	4	Did not make playoffs
2001-2002	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	-	8	9	2	0.67	3	Did not make playoffs
1997-1998	Memorial Cup	3	2	1	-	-	-	12	7	4	1.33	2	Final loss
1995-1996	Memorial Cup	3	0	3	-	-	-	2	12	0	0	4	Did not make playoffs

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Franchise history
- Toronto Marlboros (1904-89)
- Dukes of Hamilton (1989-91)
- Guelph Storm (1991-present)