Ben Leeson, SudburyStar

Ben Leeson

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  • SudburyStar
  • TimminsPress
  • Toronto Sun

Past articles by Ben:

‘We were able to get it done’ — Five win OT thriller, sweep swing to Newfoundland

There were moments when the coaches considered resting their starters and living to fight another day, but their players wouldn’t let them → Read More

‘It’s lose or go home now’ — Golden Shield men open volleyball post-season on home court Saturday

This section is Presented This section was produced by the editorial department. The client was not given the opportunity to put restrictions on the content or review it prior to publication. by Auto Depot Breadcrumb Trail Links * Sports * Local Sports Article content Despite injury, illness and the wear and tear that begin to tell by the end of an OCAA volleyball regular season, the Cambrian… → Read More

Five come together on road, hold off pesky Rogues once again

This section is Presented This section was produced by the editorial department. The client was not given the opportunity to put restrictions on the content or review it prior to publication. by Auto Depot Breadcrumb Trail Links * Sports * Local Sports * Basketball Five come together on road, hold off pesky Rogues once again 'I’m really proud of the guys' Dexter Williams Jr. of the Sudbury Five… → Read More

Photos: Walden Winter Carnival draws a crowd

Article content Walden Winter Carnival attendees had a variety of indoor and outdoor activities to enjoy at TM Davies Community Centre. St. James School, Anderson Farm and Ecole St. Paul in Lively on Saturday. The carnival was to continue on Sunday. For a full schedule of events, visit www.waldenwintercarnival.com. → Read More

Wolves’ Krawchuk named OHL Goaltender of the Week

Sudbury rookie posted his first league shutout and earned back-to-back first-star selections this past weekend → Read More

'Being in Sudbury has been great' — Five’s Notice coming on strong following return from injury

This section is Presented This section was produced by the editorial department. The client was not given the opportunity to put restrictions on the content or review it prior to publication. by Auto Depot Breadcrumb Trail Links * Sports * Local Sports * Basketball 'Being in Sudbury has been great' — Five’s Notice coming on strong following return from injury 'I have had a great experience do… → Read More

‘An incredible honour’ — Marc Staal talks jersey retirement, OHL career

Sudbury Wolves to retire his No. 14 on Feb. 3. The veteran defenceman now plays for the Florida Panthers. → Read More

Sudbury association’s vote to reinstate AAA teams causes concern for future of minor hockey

SMHA says the move was needed to address lack of games, but parents and officials worry this will hinder the development of elite players. → Read More

Wolves stockpile picks, add depth, grit ahead of OHL trade deadline

Sudbury squad adds two forwards, deals another for picks → Read More

Brassard gets first OHL victory, Wolves double Hamilton to win fourth straight

Kevyn Brassard’s new teammates made things fairly easy on the veteran goaltender in his Sudbury Wolves debut → Read More

‘We should be able to put on a show’ — Sudbury Five primed for NBLC season opener

This section is Presented This section was produced by the editorial department. The client was not given the opportunity to put restrictions on the content or review it prior to publication. by Auto Depot Breadcrumb Trail Links * Sports * Local Sports * Basketball ‘We should be able to put on a show’ — Sudbury Five primed for NBLC season opener Oakland County to visit on Saturday, Sunday AJ… → Read More

MacKenzie reflects on first few weeks at Wolves’ helm, talks second-half potential

Coach talks second-half potential for Sudbury squad → Read More

A look back at 2022, a year many Sudburians might like to forget

It was a difficult, sometimes violent year, in the Nickel City → Read More

Sudbury Five give fans sneak peak at Pros vs. Joes event

If Dexter Williams Jr. wondered for a second if fan enthusiasm had waned in he Nickel City, those fears were surely put to rest Thursday → Read More

Greater Sudbury residents, travellers urged to be cautious, patient as snow keeps falling

Winter storm warning to remain in effect into Saturday → Read More

‘Well overdue’ — Santa Claus parade returns to downtown Sudbury this weekend

Enthusiasm builds as event prepares return from COVID-19 hiatus this coming Saturday, says parade co-chair Rick Carr. → Read More

‘It was a need the community had’

Northern Hockey Academy in Sudbury doing brisk business already under under new owners Blake Didone and Brian Doyle. → Read More

Stutz high on potential for Five, NBLC

Sudbury coach, GM talks return to Nickel City, preparation for 2022-23 season → Read More

Photo gallery: Chelmsford marks Remembrance Day

Article content A Remembrance Day parade and service was held in Chelmsford, Ontario on Saturday. Participants marched from Royal Canadian Legion Branch 553 on Errington Avenue to the cenotaph at Cote Park, then returned to the Legion. The service is traditionally held a few days before a larger one in Sudbury on Nov. 11. → Read More

NOJHL news: Cubs earn weekly, monthly honours, remain 11th in nation

Greater Sudbury Cubs were all over the NOJHL’s latest lists of monthly and weekly award-winners → Read More