GMHL announces playoff structure

COOKSTOWN, ON -  The Greater Metro Jr.A Hockey League today announced the structure for the 2009 Russell Cup Playoffs. At the GMHL owners teleconference meeting this Wednesday playoff dates were confirmed, and an adjustment to the format was agreed upon.

The Division Finals (Semi-Finals) will now be a Best of 7 series, along with the Championship Final, while the Division Quarter and Division Semi-Finals will remain Best of 5.

The dates for each round were also confirmed:

Division Quarter Finals - February 26 to March 4
Division Semi-Finals     - March 5 to March 11
Division Finals              - March 12 to March 23
Championship Final     - March 24 to April 3