The NOHA Show

Ovechkin’s NHL Record Breaking Golden Stick - The Northern Connection

In Episode 2 of The NOHA Show, Director of Hockey Operations Jacob Brown and Executive Director Jason Marchand explore the bigger picture of minor hockey in Northern Ontario. This conversation goes beyond systems and scores to focus on the life skills the game helps build, including time management, resilience, accountability, teamwork, and lifelong involvement in sport. A major highlight is a feature interview with Aaron Logan of Logan Sports Group. Aaron shares how growing up around rinks in Northern Ontario helped shape his path, and how a lifelong love of the game led him into a unique career recognizing hockey’s biggest milestones. From stories about NHL silver sticks and gold sticks to his experiences working with teams, executives, and players like Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby, Aaron offers a fascinating look at a side of hockey most fans never get to see. 0:00 – Life Skills Learned Through Hockey 5:05 – Making the Game Safe & Respectful 10:39 – Half Ice vs Full Ice Debate 17:09 – Growing the Game & Keeping Kids Involved 25:01 – Meet Aaron Logan & His Hockey Journey 49:40 – Ovechkin, Milestones & Hockey Stories

Forged in the North - Justin Brazeau's Road to the NHL

Welcome to the very first episode of The NOHA Show! In this debut edition, Director of Hockey Operations Jacob Brown and Executive Director Jason Marchand dive into what development really means in Northern Ontario hockey. It goes far beyond skating drills and scoring goals. From first shifts and late entry into the game, to supporting coaches, volunteers, and officials, this episode explores how the NOHA is working behind the scenes to grow and protect the game across the North  A major highlight of the episode is a special interview with NHL forward Justin Brazeau of the Pittsburgh Penguins. Justin reflects on growing up in Northern Ontario, staying home to develop, overcoming adversity, and why having fun as a kid was the foundation of his journey to the NHL. This episode sets the tone for what’s ahead. Honest conversations about minor hockey, real challenges, real solutions, and real pride in playing the game in Northern Ontario.