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These stories related to the world of local sports and the people involved in them are made possible through the continued support of North Bay Mazda as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Puddister playing pro in Portugal and giving back to North Bay

Puddister playing pro in Portugal and giving back to North Bay

'We went into it a little blind and not knowing what to expect when you show up for training camps and so we give the kids an idea before they get there'
Raymond-Leduc reaps rewards after big first season with Lakers

Raymond-Leduc reaps rewards after big first season with Lakers

'I didn’t want to let my teammates down and I started to want that more than anything'
Local recruits looking forward to inaugural season with Lakers

Local recruits looking forward to inaugural season with Lakers

'It’s pretty special to say you’re going to play for your hometown university'
Alex Parker reaches new heights in ringette refereeing career

Alex Parker reaches new heights in ringette refereeing career

'It is an unreal feeling to know that my name was even on that list as a consideration, let alone actually get the invite'
Goulet's past experiences prepare him for future with Voodoos

Goulet's past experiences prepare him for future with Voodoos

'If he didn’t open that door for me, I never would’ve had the opportunities that followed and I’m forever thankful he took a chance on me'
Alex Maycock wraps up remarkable run with Lakers Nordic team

Alex Maycock wraps up remarkable run with Lakers Nordic team

'Seeing the support cross country skiing is getting in North Bay is awesome'
Patrick Rochefort's path from player to Lakers Goalie Coach

Patrick Rochefort's path from player to Lakers Goalie Coach

'I took a very direct approach in the sense that I didn't want to change who the players were as goaltenders, but more so wanted to support them'
Yung Gunz Academy developing better overall athletes

Yung Gunz Academy developing better overall athletes

'Athletes will get better by just playing, but at Yung Gunz, we want to teach them to play with a purpose'
Hometown run created to benefit Special Olympics Athletes

Hometown run created to benefit Special Olympics Athletes

'It is an opportunity for our community to come together to help raise funds for our athlete’s programming for the entire year'
Leaving a lasting legacy with Paul Nelson Memorial Scholarship

Leaving a lasting legacy with Paul Nelson Memorial Scholarship

'Paul was passionate about coaching....By combining this previously existing game and changing it to honour him, it has allowed us to award one scholarship to a student every year over the last ten years'