Hmhshl Results Scraper

Introduction

The Hmhshl Results Scraper is a powerful Apify Actor designed to extract comprehensive game results from the Metro High School Hockey League (HMHSL) website. It automates the collection of detailed match data, including scores, teams, and game statistics, enabling users to gather historical and current season information efficiently. This tool is ideal for sports analysts, coaches, and enthusiasts who need reliable, structured data for research, reporting, or integration into other systems.

Features

• Comprehensive Data Extraction: Scrapes detailed game results, including team scores, shots, period goals, and forfeit status for accurate analysis.
• Flexible Season Selection: Supports multiple seasons and sub-seasons, from 2008-2009 to 2025-2026, allowing targeted data retrieval.
• High-Performance Crawling: Built on Apify's robust infrastructure for fast, reliable scraping with configurable request limits.
• Structured JSON Output: Delivers clean, machine-readable data perfect for databases, analytics tools, or APIs.
• Error-Resilient Design: Handles network issues and site changes gracefully, with built-in retries and logging.
• No Coding Required: User-friendly interface for quick setup and execution without technical expertise.
• Scalable and Secure: Adheres to ethical scraping practices, respecting rate limits and avoiding site overload.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
seasonId	string	Yes	Select the season to crawl from available options (e.g., "2025-2026").	"2954" (2025-2026)
subseasonId	string	Yes	Choose the sub-season type, such as Regular Season or Playoffs.	"16404" (2025-2026 Regular Season)
maxItems	integer	No	Maximum number of requests per crawl to control load and costs.	100

Example Usage

Input Example

{
  "seasonId": "2954",
  "subseasonId": "16404",
  "maxItems": 100
}

Output Example

[
  {
    "game_id": 96275,
    "game_date": "2026-02-09",
    "game_start_time": "13:00:00",
    "league_name": "Metro High School Hockey League",
    "away_team": {
      "game_id": 96275,
      "game_date": "2026-02-09",
      "game_start_time": "13:00:00",
      "league_name": "Metro High School Hockey League",
      "team_id": 145,
      "team_name": "Halifax West Warriors",
      "team_short_name": "Halifax West",
      "team_order": 0,
      "team_score": 4,
      "shots": 28,
      "period_1_goals": 2,
      "period_2_goals": 1,
      "period_3_goals": 1,
      "period_ot_goals": 0,
      "period_so_goals": 0,
      "game_forfeit": false
    },
    "home_team": {
      "game_id": 96275,
      "game_date": "2026-02-09",
      "game_start_time": "13:00:00",
      "league_name": "Metro High School Hockey League",
      "team_id": 148,
      "team_name": "Millwood Knights",
      "team_short_name": "Millwood",
      "team_order": 1,
      "team_score": 5,
      "shots": 17,
      "period_1_goals": 0,
      "period_2_goals": 0,
      "period_3_goals": 5,
      "period_ot_goals": 0,
      "period_so_goals": 0,
      "game_forfeit": false
    },
    "winner_team_id": 148,
    "went_to_ot": false,
    "went_to_so": false
  }
]

Use Cases

• Sports Analytics: Analyze team performance, scoring trends, and playoff outcomes across seasons.
• Coaching Insights: Review historical match data to prepare strategies and scout opponents.
• Fan Engagement: Build apps or websites displaying live or archived game results for leagues.
• Academic Research: Study patterns in high school hockey, such as shot accuracy or overtime frequencies.
• Media Reporting: Aggregate data for articles, broadcasts, or statistical reports on league activities.
• Business Automation: Integrate results into betting platforms or fantasy sports tools for real-time updates.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Hmhshl Results Scraper" in the Apify Store
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run"
3. Configure input parameters
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction
5. Monitor progress in the log
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel)

Output Format

The Actor outputs a JSON array of game objects. Each object includes top-level fields like game_id, game_date, game_start_time, and league_name. Nested away_team and home_team objects provide detailed team statistics, such as team_id, team_name, team_score, shots, and period-specific goals. Additional fields indicate the winner, overtime status, and forfeits, ensuring comprehensive data for analysis.

Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

• Email: support@getdataforme.com
• Subject line: "custom support"
• Contact form: https://getdataforme.com/contact/

We're here to help you get the most out of this Actor!

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