https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/tag/around-the-chl/ #AlwaysAttack Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:26:32 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://media.chl.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2023/07/23103548/cropped-owen-sound_attack_large-32x32.png https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/tag/around-the-chl/ 32 32 https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-hiring-for-part-time-concessions Wed, 05 Aug 2026 15:26:32 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-hiring-for-part-time-concessions https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-hiring-for-three-new-positions-in-hockey-ops-department Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:39:58 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-hiring-for-three-new-positions-in-hockey-ops-department https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/summer-spotlight-building-something-different-in-owen-sound Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:18:01 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/summer-spotlight-building-something-different-in-owen-sound For more than two decades, the Owen Sound Attack have been one of the Ontario Hockey League’s model community franchises, developing NHL talent while continuing to forge a deep connection with the Grey Bruce community.  And this spring, the organization entered a new chapter. Following the sale of the franchise to Ecological Dynamics Sports Partners (EDSP) in May 2026, President and Governor Tyler Nother began leading a new era for the Attack – one centred on innovation, player development and long-term success. That vision took another significant step forward with the hiring of Keenan Reynolds as the franchise's new head coach. Less than a month later, Nother also assumed the role of General Manager, further aligning the organization's leadership under a shared vision. Together, the pair aren't simply looking to build a winning hockey team – they're building an organizational identity. Although both are among the younger leadership duos in the OHL, Nother and Reynolds don't see age as defining them. Instead, they point to a relationship built through hockey, education and a shared desire to challenge conventional thinking. The two were OHL players at the same time, with Nother skating for the London Knights before winning a Memorial Cup with the Windsor Spitfires in 2017 and Reynolds developing with the Attack and the Flint Firebirds.  While neither believes they reached the heights they envisioned as players, both took advantage of the OHL’s education package and pursued business degrees. Nother completed his MBA at Queen’s University's Smith School of Business before Reynolds enrolled in the same program two years later. Professors and staff encouraged Reynolds to connect with Nother, believing the two shared similar passions for hockey, leadership and innovation. “Within my first week there, professors and staff kept telling me, ‘You have to meet this Tyler guy,”’ Reynolds recalled.  What began as a networking conversation quickly evolved into a professional relationship and friendship, and now, years later, has become the foundation of a new direction in Owen Sound. For Nother, finding the right head coach wasn't simply about identifying the best bench boss. It was about finding someone whose philosophy aligned with the identity he envisioned for the organization. "I've always believed the relationship between the general manager and the head coach has to be completely aligned," Nother said. "You have to work hand in hand, communicate openly and be connected. That's the same way we want our team to play – we want to play connected hockey." At the heart of their vision is a player development philosophy known as ecological dynamics. While the term may sound complex, Reynolds insists the concept itself is simple. "Our goal is to put players in game-like situations every day," he explained. "We'll use five-on-five drills, small-area games and competitive environments where they have to solve problems on their own. That way, when they encounter those situations during a game, they're not asking themselves what to do – they've already experienced it hundreds of times." Instead of isolating skating, shooting or stickhandling in repetitive drills, Reynolds wants players learning in the same chaotic environments they'll face during games. "We want our players to flow like water," Reynolds said. "Water finds the easiest path and adapts to whatever is in front of it. We want our team to play the same way – without rigid, predetermined solutions, but by constantly reading and reacting." Reynolds believes it’s an approach that's already reshaping player development internationally. "Ecological dynamics has really been embraced overseas," he said. "European countries have made huge strides because they've focused on developing players in game environments. Meanwhile, I think North America has leaned heavily into the glitz and glamour of skill development. We're producing incredibly talented players, but I'm not sure hockey IQ and problem-solving have kept pace." For Reynolds, that's exactly where the Attack have an opportunity to be different. "We want to do things a little differently," he said. "If you simply copy everyone else, you can get lost in the mix. We'd rather take a calculated risk, follow what we believe in and try to be innovators." Ecological dynamics had long shaped the way Nother evaluated players throughout his time in scouting and player representation as well. It became a defining principle of his approach to player development and ultimately inspired the name of Ecological Dynamics Sports Partners (EDSP), the ownership group he co-founded. With this philosophy, Nother consistently gravitated toward players who embraced unpredictability rather than freezing when a play broke down.  "We want connected players because we're a connected organization," Nother said. "Our staff has to make sure we're bringing in players our coaches are excited to work with – players who fit our system and the identity of how we want to play." To name a few from the Attack's 2026 Draft Class, he pointed to first-round pick Max Fransen’s ability to process the game under pressure, Matthew Zilinski’s pace and spatial awareness, and Jace Voortman’s dependable two-way game as examples of players who naturally fit the model the organization is building. “We'll be a very process-driven organization,” Reynolds said. “We don't pretend to have everything figured out, but we do know we're going to work extremely hard and do everything we can to give these players the best possible opportunity to develop – not just as hockey players, but as students and leaders.” Ultimately, both leaders believe success will be measured by much more than on-ice accolades.  Nother hopes players leave the rink every day knowing they’re supported in every aspect of their development. “If, at the end of the season, our players come back and say, ‘That was the most fun I've ever had playing junior hockey. It was the best season I've ever had, and I loved coming to the rink every day,’ then I'll consider that a success,” he said. Reynolds shares that vision while believing it can lead to something even bigger. “I want us to be a team that genuinely cares about one another,” he said. “We want to play a style of hockey that inspires the people of Grey Bruce and brings the Owen Sound community together. “Ultimately, I believe we have the team to win an OHL championship. It’s going to be incredibly difficult, and it’s going to take everyone, but that's the standard we've set for ourselves.” For the Owen Sound Attack, this isn’t simply just about introducing a new coach or implementing a new philosophy. It’s about establishing a shared identity from the top down. One where ownership, management, coaches and players are united by the same vision. As the organization embarks on its next chapter, Nother and Reynolds believe that by creating the right environment and embracing a different way of thinking, success on the ice will have no choice but to follow.]]> https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-add-three-decades-of-experience-hire-mike-lazazzera-as-associate-coach Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:00:13 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-add-three-decades-of-experience-hire-mike-lazazzera-as-associate-coach https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-add-physicality-with-signing-of-lucas-prudhomme Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:00:02 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-add-physicality-with-signing-of-lucas-prudhomme https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-bolster-blueline-with-signing-of-caden-bell Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:00:46 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-bolster-blueline-with-signing-of-caden-bell https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-add-size-to-blue-line-sign-2026-chl-import-pick-roderik-cernak Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:00:20 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-add-size-to-blue-line-sign-2026-chl-import-pick-roderik-cernak https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/trio-of-attack-draftees-named-to-hockey-canada-under-17-development-camp Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:05:51 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/trio-of-attack-draftees-named-to-hockey-canada-under-17-development-camp https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/lucian-bernat-one-of-four-ohl-players-named-to-slovakias-national-junior-team-summer-camp-roster Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:45 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/lucian-bernat-one-of-four-ohl-players-named-to-slovakias-national-junior-team-summer-camp-roster https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-sign-2026-2nd-round-pick-matthew-zilinski-to-standard-player-scholarship-and-development-agreement Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:00:20 +0000 chlwebproduct https://chl.ca/ohl-attack/article/attack-sign-2026-2nd-round-pick-matthew-zilinski-to-standard-player-scholarship-and-development-agreement OWEN SOUND, ON – The Owen Sound Attack are proud to announce the signing of 2026 Ontario Hockey League Priority Selection second-round pick, Matthew Zilinski, to a Standard Player Scholarship and Development Agreement. Selected by the Attack in the second round (21st overall) of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection, Zilinski joins the organization as one of the club's top prospects. Known for his combination of skill, hockey IQ, and competitiveness, the talented forward has established himself as a player capable of making an impact at both ends of the ice. The centreman, who spent the 2025/26 season with the Mississauga Senators U16 team, had 14 goals and a total of 35 points in just 25 regular season games. The Attack are excited to welcome Zilinski and his family to the organization as he begins the next chapter of his hockey career. “Signing with the Attack is a huge step in my hockey career.  This is an organization where I can grow as both a player and a person,” said Zilinski.  “I’m grateful to my family, coaches, and teammates who have helped me get to this point, and I’m excited to get to Owen Sound, work hard every day, and do everything I can to help the Attack succeed. I can’t wait to meet the fans and officially begin this next chapter.” Attack President and General Manager Tyler Nother credits Zilinski as a player that possesses the work ethic and understanding of the game that the organization values. "We would like to welcome Matthew Zilinski and his family to the Owen Sound Attack Organization," said Nother. "Matt is a premier forward in the 2010 birth year, and a player that Attack fans will enjoy watching for years to come due to his competitiveness, pace, and ability to create opportunities for himself and his teammates. We feel that he was a steal in this year's OHL Draft, and we are excited to assist in his development on and off the ice moving forward." Head Coach Keenan Reynolds believes Zilinski has all the tools to continue developing into an impact player at the OHL level. “Matt is a dynamic 200ft playmaking pivot that possesses blazing speed, an elite hockey IQ, and a relentless competitive motor that he uses to drive his playmaking on both sides of the puck,” said Reynolds.  “We look forward to seeing Zilinski for training camp ahead of the 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League season.” Zilinski is the second member of the Attack’s 2026 Priority Selection class to commit to the organization and will attend the club’s upcoming development and training camps in preparation for the 2026-27 Ontario Hockey League season and will wear the number 15. Fans are reminded that season tickets are on sale now through July 31st for the 2026-27 season.  Tickets can be purchased online at tickets.attackhockey.com, in person at the MacVicar & McComb Sutton Realty Attack Box Office or over the phone at 519-371-7452.]]>