OEHL CUP FINAL SCHEDULE RELEASED
The 90+ Years-old OEHL Cup will be awarded to the champions of the Series Cambridge, ON – the Ontario Elite Hockey League announced the series schedule for the OEHL Cup Final between the Minto 81’s and Tavistock Royals. The series will begin this Saturday, March 23rd, in Tavistock at 7:30 p.m., followed by Game 2 […]
Dairy Farmers of Ontario Offers Outstanding OHA Members $6,000 Towards Their Post-Secondary Education
Eight bursaries will be awarded to successful applicants who exemplify commitment to their community, academics and athletics Cambridge, ON – OHA members know first-hand the commitment needed to succeed at a high level on the ice and in the classroom. With this school year providing extra challenges, the hard work put forth by graduating students will […]
“Everything on a Friday night is hockey”
by Dan Carle Cambridge, ON – after completing 47 years in the fire service with 22 years as a fire chief, Rick Richardson is now the go-to for two men’s senior hockey circuits in Ontario as both league commissioner and principle sales person. In retirement, one hat became four. “I never thought of it that […]
The OHA Celebrates Ramadan
Muslims and non-Muslims alike recognise Ramadan as the most significant and holy time of the Islamic calendar Cambridge, ON – Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection and community. A commemoration of Muhammad’s first revelation, the annual observance of Ramadan is regarded as one of the Five Pillars of Islam and lasts […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day
It’s a global day to recognize and celebrate women’s and girls’ social, economic, cultural, and political achievements Some of the Women of the OHA (clockwise left-to-right, beginning at bottom left) – Sara Minden, Johanna Carlo, and Marlowe Schott Cambridge, ON – The Government of Canada’s theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024 is Invest in women: […]
Six OHA Officials Selected to Work OUA and USPORTS Championships
Clockwise beginning at the top left corner – Burnett, Birkhoff, Emerson, Pye, Arcan, & Ferreira Cambridge, ON – Officials, much like players, strive to be the best they can and are subsequently rewarded for doing a great job. The OHA is blessed to have a plethora of quality officials. A handful of these officials have […]
They Bought It
Stoney Creek Tigers Owner is Stopping Pucks and Building a Fan Base by Dan Carle Steelers goalie Daniel Svedin with two of his children Ayla and Dexter Cambridge, ON – “I was so shocked on how good this hockey is.” If you’re born and raised in Sweden (Hedesunda/Gavle) and something hockey-related is impressive, it’s memorable. […]
Celebrating Black History Month…The Colored Hockey League was a Game-Changer
by Chris McCleary Canada Post Black History Colored Hockey Championship stamps poster (2020) Cambridge, ON – During Black History Month, Canadians celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Black Canadians and their communities who, throughout history, have done so much to make Canada a culturally diverse, compassionate, and prosperous country. The OHA strongly supports all […]
OHA MOURNS THE LOSS OF BOB WILLIAMSON
‘Big Bob,’ a Sarnia-legend, was involved in hockey for over 50 years; he is remembered for his passion, humour and kindness Cambridge, ON – The Sarnia-Lambton community is mourning the loss of a prominent figure in the local sports scene. Bob Williamson passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12 at the age of 70. In […]
THE ONTARIO HOCKEY ASSOCIATION WISHES EVERYONE A HAPPY LUNAR NEW YEAR
Widely celebrated by East and Southeast Asians, the Lunar New Year is an important holiday for around two billion people across the globe Cambridge, ON – As its name suggests, it marks the start of the year according to their shared lunisolar calendar. Some names for the holiday include: Chūnjié (春節) in Chinese, Seollal (설날) […]
