The Clippers were brought back in 1995 playing at the current Stouffville Arena (built 1985),[2] changed their name to the Spirit a season later, and have been members of the OPJHL ever since.

George Stavro, who was granted the franchise by the Ontario Hockey Association, was the team's first coach and general manager.

Former Stouffville minor official Wally Crowder was named general manager, and Steve Sedore of Georgina head coach.

Sedore was replaced as coach by Stouffville minor hockey grad Dan Larmer.

A move of home games at the Whitchurch-Stouffville Recreation Complex, from Saturday nights to Thursdays, improved attendance.

His replacement is Stouffville native Ken Burrows, who in 10 years with the Spirit has been vice-president of hockey, assistant coach and scout.