Episodes

  • The NHL Standard: Steve Walkom on Life as an NHL Referee

    The NHL Standard: Steve Walkom on Life as an NHL Referee
    Sep 22 2026
    Former NHL referee and current Vice President & Director of Officiating for the NHL Steve Walkom joins The NOHA’s Jacob Brown and Nipissing Lakers Men’s Hockey Coach Mike McParland from the 2026 NOHA Summer Camp at Boart Longyear Memorial Gardens.

    Steve shares his journey from local rinks in Northern Ontario to the highest level of hockey officiating, including how he first became a referee, working his first NHL game, memorable moments from his career, and what it takes to officiate at the professional level.

    He also explains how NHL officials train, stay in shape, develop through the league’s officiating system, and work toward maintaining one consistent standard from game to game.

    0:00 Intro
    2:00 NOHA Summer Camps
    15:26 Steve Walkom’s Start in Officiating
    23:50 Developing the Next NHL Officials
    31:49 The NHL Standard
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    36 mins
  • What Karl Subban Learned Raising Three NHL Players

    What Karl Subban Learned Raising Three NHL Players
    Jun 9 2026
    In Episode 3 of The NOHA Show, Director of Hockey Operations Jacob Brown and Executive Director Jason Marchand sit down with Sudbury's own Karl Subban to talk about the parents role in their child's hockey development.

    Known by many as the father of NHL players P.K., Malcolm, and Jordan Subban, Karl shares the lessons he learned throughout his family's hockey journey and the mistakes, challenges, and growth that shaped him along the way.

    From immigrating to Canada as a young boy and discovering hockey to raising children through the minor hockey system, Karl offers a thoughtful perspective on what truly matters in player development.

    He also shares practical advice on the famous "24-hour rule," handling adversity, supporting young players through challenges, and why being a great parent is more important than being a great hockey parent.

    0:00 Intro
    12:43 How Hockey Changed Karl Subban’s Life
    20:55 The Biggest Mistake Hockey Parents Make
    24:21 Why Every Parent Needs the 24-Hour Rule
    34:40 Supporting Your Child’s Hockey Dreams
    49:37 The Most Important Conversation After a Game
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    58 mins
  • Ovechkin’s NHL Record Breaking Golden Stick - The Northern Connection

    Ovechkin’s NHL Record Breaking Golden Stick - The Northern Connection
    Apr 22 2026
    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
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    57 mins