North Bay Battalion coach Ryan Oulahen prioritizes high compete levels at training camp.

North Bay Battalion coach Ryan Oulahen is zeroing in on one thing at training camp: compete. The coach wants to see his players bring intensity, speed, and effort to every drill and scrimmage. With 37 skaters and four goalkeepers in camp, Oulahen is building line combinations and team chemistry ahead of the season Sault Star.
The training camp has featured multiple intrasquad games to test players and build team cohesion. Team White won both games played so far, securing the early camp title. A third intrasquad matchup is scheduled for Friday before camp closes out Sault Star.
Oulahen's coaching priorities center on compete, pace, and overall performance. Compete means players must battle hard every shift. Pace means the team must move the puck fast and skate with purpose. Performance ties it all together — executing on plays and winning battles Sault Star.
Training camp serves as a foundation for the whole season. Coaches use these days to develop line pairings that work together. Players learn each other's tendencies and timing. Oulahen is using scrimmages and daily practices to see which combinations click. By the time the season begins, the Battalion aim to be sharp and connected Sault Star.
After the final intrasquad game on Friday, camp will wrap up with exit interviews. These meetings let coaches give feedback to players who are heading elsewhere or being reassigned. It's a chance to discuss what players learned during camp and what they need to work on Sault Star.
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