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Keeping Game Ready: The Living Sisu Hockey League

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When stars like Nick Suzuki of the Montreal Canadiens and Marie-Philip Poulin of the Montreal PWHL Team lace up for summer hockey, they choose the three-on-three three Living Sisu Hockey League (LSHL). Co-founded by Olivier Gervais, Zach Fucale and Alex Atsaidis, the LSHL offers a competitive environment where NHL, PWHL, AHL, and top prospects fine-tune their skills for the upcoming season.



The LSHL derives its name from the business Living Sisu. ‘’Sisu’’ is a Finnish concept, which embodies resilience, determination, and perseverance. This term reflects a unique form of courage and resolve that extends beyond physical stamina to include mental toughness and the spirit to overcome challenges. The founders of Living Sisu, saw a perfect fit to add the LSHL in their project where it’s a fit for the Sisu concept. 
Running from mid-July to the end of August, the LSHL features two divisions for men and women. The men’s division includes NHL and AHL players, and top prospects from the QMJHL.
The women’s division showcases players from national teams, the PWHL, and top college talents. Over five weeks, four teams per division battle for top rankings, leading to playoffs and finals in Weeks 6 and 7 at the Etcetera rink in Montréal.

Suzuki, Poulin, and other elite players use the LSHL to stay sharp, ensuring they’re ready for the demands of their regular seasons. The league’s high level of competition attracts top talent, making each game a must-watch event. Beyond the rink, the LSHL supports charitable causes. The league has raised over $20,000 for pancreatic cancer research in memory of Carole Paradis, Alex Atsaidis is mother, who lost her battle with the disease. This cause is deeply personal to Atsaidis and adds profound meaning to the league’s efforts. ‘’Honouring my mother’s legacy, the values she brought to me and being able to put it through this league and supporting pancreatic cancer research gives every game a deeper purpose,’’ says Atsaidis.

Central to the LSHL’s mission is the Living Sisu app, which promotes sports and wellness. The app offers educational content, exclusive discounts from partners, and updates on events like the LSHL. Sponsors such as Quench Hydration and Montreal Balance Board provide valuable resources, enhancing the overall experience for users.

LiveBarn is pleased to sponsor the Living Sisu Hockey League (LSHL), reinforcing our commitment to supporting the growth and development of hockey at all levels. The LSHL’s dedication to fostering resilience, determination, and elite competition aligns perfectly with LiveBarn’s mission to provide comprehensive live and on-demand broadcasting services to the sports community.


The Living Sisu Hockey League is more than just summer hockey; it’s a showcase of resilience, community, and elite competition. By helping top athletes stay game-ready and supporting meaningful causes, the LSHL embodies the spirit of Sisu, making it a standout in the hockey world.

LiveBarn and Hockey Eastern Ontario Announce New Video Streaming Partnership

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– Hockey Families Never Need to Miss a Moment –

OTTAWA, ON (June 3rd, 2024) – LiveBarn, the leading provider of live and on-demand streaming for amateur sports, and Hockey Eastern Ontario (HEO) today announced a new long-term partnership.

Under the terms of the agreement, LiveBarn will be the exclusive Live Streaming partner of HEO, ensuring families and fans can watch all league games live and on-demand from anywhere they choose. Subscribers to LiveBarn will also be able to utilize a growing suite of additional technology. LiveBarn features such as live tagging and player analysis were designed with player development and advancement in mind.

“Teaming up with LiveBarn will be a game-changer for hockey families within our leagues,” said Debbie Rambeau, HEO Executive Director. “Together with LiveBarn, we’ll be able to bring families closer to the action and foster a stronger sense of unity within our hockey community.”

“We’re are very excited to join forces with HEO and bring LiveBarn’s technology suite to all of its members” said Ray Giroux, LiveBarn’s Chief Operating Officer. “Whether you’re a player, parent, or coach in the HEO community, LiveBarn will enhance the hockey experience for everyone”.  Our platform offers a variety of tools and features, crafted to foster connectivity and deepen engagement, benefititing the entire hockey community.” 

LiveBarn subscribers can sign up to watch HEO events via monthly or annual plans and watch games on any device, including IOS and Android apps. HEO players will have access to LiveBarn’s new player analysis feature, which in partnership with Sportlogiq, brings the same AI and computer vision technology provided to NHL teams. Coaches and parents will be able to live tag and bookmark events while at games, saving time and capturing teaching moments by creating an auto generated video of all live tags. 

About LiveBarn

LiveBarn is the industry leader in youth and amateur sports broadcasting. Livestreaming from over 4,000 playing surfaces across the U.S. and Canada, LiveBarn offers live and on-demand replays of hockey, basketball, volleyball, baseball, soccer, swimming, and gymnastics events. LiveBarn’s features include unlimited downloads & highlight sharing, as well as Live Tagging and Hockey Player Analysis. LiveBarn was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Montreal. For more information, visit livebarn.com.

About Hockey Eastern Ontario  

Hockey Eastern Ontario (HEO) is one of 13 branches of Hockey Canada, and one of three in Ontario along with the Ontario Hockey Federation and Hockey Northwestern Ontario. It was formerly known as the Ottawa District Hockey Association before transforming into HEO in 2013. Throughout eastern Ontario, HEO governs Junior, Minor, and Associate Members Para and Special Hockey sanctioned programs, its jurisdiction extending from east of Gananoque to Cornwall, then to Ottawa/Pembroke/Petawawa and Barry’s Bay and Westport. HEO is charged with fostering, improving, and perpetuating the sport of amateur hockey in the programs under this area. For more information, visit: https://www.hockeyeasternontario.ca

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For more information, please contact:

Andrew Findlater

SELECT Public Relations for LiveBarn

afindlater@selectpr.ca

(647) 444-1197

Hockey Québec s’associe à LiveBarn

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(Montréal, Qc) le vendredi 24 mai 2024 – C’est avec plaisir que Hockey Québec annonce avoir conclu une entente de partenariat avec LiveBarn. En plus d’appuyer le développement du réseau de diffusion en direct LiveBarn dans la province, ce partenariat reflète la volonté de Hockey Québec de se doter d’outils afin de rendre notre sport plus accessible et sécuritaire. 

Cette association répond également à l’une des recommandations du Comité québécois sur le développement du hockey (p. 33), soit d’accroître le respect et la sécurité au hockey. 

« Nous sommes très heureux de s’associer avec LiveBarn. Cette collaboration offrira aux parents et familles la possibilité de rester connectés avec leur jeune, notamment lorsqu’ils jouent des matchs à l’extérieur. En plus de répondre à l’une des recommandations du Comité, nous sommes persuadés que ce partenariat aura un impact positif auprès de nos organisations régionales et locales », mentionne le directeur général de la Fédération, Jocelyn Thibault. 

« Nous sommes honorés de travailler avec Hockey Québec et de contribuer à la sécurité et à la visibilité de leurs athlètes. Nous sommes impatients de voir les bénéfices que notre technologie apportera à la communauté du hockey au Québec. Notre vision est d’avoir notre système de diffusion dans tous les arénas du Québec », commente le chef des opérations de LiveBarn, Raymond Giroux.

Hockey Québec est confiante que cette entente permettra le déploiement provincial d’une offre de services qui contribuera à un climat sain et sécuritaire pour l’ensemble de nos participant·e·s. 

À propos de Hockey Québec  

Fondée en 1976, Hockey Québec a comme mission de régir, d’assurer comme leader l’encadrement du hockey sur glace en priorisant le développement, la promotion, l’application et le suivi des programmes tout en favorisant le développement de la personne et qui appuie le travail de plus de 100 000 membres, dont les joueuses, joueurs, administrateur(e)s, bénévoles, entraîneur(e)s et officiel(le)s à travers le Québec.

À propos de LiveBarn  

LiveBarn offre des solutions de diffusion en direct et de replays sportifs pour les arénas, les terrains et autres installations sportives. Grâce à sa technologie innovante, LiveBarn permet aux familles et aux fans de rester connectés avec les événements sportifs, où qu’ils soient.

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Pour de plus amples renseignements, communiquez avec :

Marie-Joël Desaulniers

Directrice communications et marketing, Hockey Québec

514-252-3079, poste 4882 

mjdesaulniers@hockey.qc.ca

Benjamin Beauvais

Chef des Finances, LiveBarn

514-884-7562

ben@livebarn.com

LiveBarn and the Northern Ontario Hockey Association Announce New Video Streaming Partnership

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– Hockey Families Never Need to Miss a Moment –

TORONTO, ON (May 1, 2024) – LiveBarn, the leading provider of live and on-demand streaming for amateur sports, and the Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) today announced a new long-term partnership.

Under the terms of the agreement, LiveBarn will be the exclusive Live Streaming partner of the NOHA, ensuring families and fans can watch all league games live and on-demand from anywhere they choose. Subscribers to LiveBarn will also be able to utilize a growing suite of additional technology. LiveBarn features such as live tagging and player analysis were designed with player development and advancement in mind.


“Partnering with LiveBarn marks an exciting chapter for the Northern Ontario Hockey Association, bringing our hockey community closer together,” said Jason Marchand, Executive Director of the NOHA. “This partnership ensures that every player’s family and their fans can participate in the thrill of the game, regardless of geographical barriers. Together with LiveBarn, we’re committed to enriching the hockey experience and strengthening bonds within our hockey family.”

“LiveBarn is thrilled to partner with the Northern Ontario Hockey Association. The NOHA holds even more significance for me, having grown up in North Bay and having been a part of the NOHA until I left to play College Hockey,” said Ray Giroux, LiveBarn’s Chief Operating Officer. “Together with the NOHA, we’re excited to elevate the hockey experience and create unforgettable moments for everyone involved. This collaboration underscores our commitment to expanding access to the game, empowering players, families, and fans across Northern Ontario to stay connected and engaged with our entire network.”

LiveBarn subscribers can sign up to watch NOHA events via monthly or annual plans and watch games on any device, including IOS and Android apps. NOHA players will have access to LiveBarn’s new player analysis feature, which, in partnership with Sportlogiq, brings the same AI and computer vision technology provided to NHL teams. Coaches and parents will be able to live tag and bookmark events while at games, saving time and capturing teaching moments by creating an auto generated video of all live tags. 

About LiveBarn

LiveBarn is the industry leader in youth and amateur sports broadcasting. Livestreaming from over 4,000 playing surfaces across the U.S. and Canada, LiveBarn offers live and on-demand replays of hockey, basketball, volleyball, baseball, soccer, swimming, and gymnastics events. LiveBarn’s features include unlimited downloads & highlight sharing, as well as Live Tagging and Hockey Player Analysis. LiveBarn was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Montreal. For more information, visit livebarn.com.

About the Northern Ontario Hockey Association  

The Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) is the governing body for amateur hockey in Northern Ontario. Affiliated with Hockey Canada, the NOHA is dedicated to promoting and developing hockey excellence at all levels while fostering a love for the sport within local communities. With a focus on player development, sportsmanship, and community engagement, the NOHA remains committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and inclusivity in the pursuit of hockey excellence. For more information, visit https://www.noha-hockey.ca

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For more information, please contact:

Andrew Findlater

SELECT Public Relations for LiveBarn

afindlater@selectpr.ca

(647) 444-1197