The pre-game routines have become much-anticipated and reflects the energy that Oshie brings, both on and off the ice, each and every night.

The two began these routines and over the last few seasons, have recruited teammates to join in on the sessions to pump up the team before games. Payette between players from the Manitoulin Panthers and Timmins Flyers.Īlexis McGregor (13) of Birch Island closed the ceremonies with a stirring rendition of the national anthem, O Canada, in Ojibwe.Oshie has implemented new unique pump-up rituals with several players in the Capitals starting lineup, but it all started with he and captain Alex Ovechkin.

The first puck of the tournament was then dropped by Ms. “We will all do our best to help,” he said. Abotossaway pledged his organization’s assistance to any of the teams or their staff and players to make the tournament as smooth as possible. To the players he said “play hard this weekend. Payette for her words of welcome and encouragement. “We hope everyone has a great time,” he said. Manitoulin Panthers President Craig Abotossaway welcomed the players, their families and fans on behalf of the Panther’s organization. “Players, always remember to put forth your best effort on the ice and to hold your heads high, regardless of the outcome of the game,” she said. Payette expressed the NOHA’s gratitude to the Manitoulin Panthers Hockey Association for hosting the event and the volunteers that are committed to making this event a huge success. We will all respect that over the course of the weekend.” Their training, experience and integrity qualify them for their roles. They have a demanding role in the success of every hockey game and honouring that role is very important as players and as eager fans in the stands. The director admonished the participants and their parents and fans that “it is of great importance to acknowledge and respect our on ice officials. The coaches and team staff have committed themselves to guiding and teaching these young adults with the skills required for this great game of ours.” The players that come before us are friendly rivals that represent their teams and associations with pride. We will witness some great hockey action all weekend. “It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the NOHA Midget B Tournament of Champions hosted by the Manitoulin Panthers Hockey Association. “Welcome to beautiful Manitoulin Island,” said NOHA District 7 director Gayle Payette of M’Chigeeng.

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