From the AHL to the QMJHL: Glenn Stanford on Junior Hockey in Newfoundland | H&H Episode 9

What does junior hockey really look like behind the scenes — and how is it different from professional leagues like the AHL and ECHL?In Episode 9 of The Honourable & the Hack, hosts Andrew Parsons and Alex Bill sit down with Glenn Stanford, President of the Newfoundland Regiment, for a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation on hockey, leadership, and athlete development in Newfoundland and Labrador.Glenn reflects on his unconventional path into professional hockey — a journey that began not on the ice, but through elite careers in basketball and soccer, coaching, and sport administration. He shares fascinating stories from his early days in hockey, including how St. John’s nearly became the farm team of the Minnesota North Stars, long before the era of the “Baby Leafs.”The discussion draws on Glenn’s experience across multiple levels of the game, including the American Hockey League, ECHL, and now the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League, with a particular focus on what makes junior hockey fundamentally different.Topics include:How junior hockey in the QMJHL differs from the AHL and ECHLThe rigors of travel for teams based in NewfoundlandThe business realities of operating teams in non-traditional marketsThe importance of education, mentorship, and off-ice supports for young athletesBalancing player development, competitiveness, and long-term well-beingThis episode goes beyond wins and losses. It’s a conversation about developing young people, building sustainable organizations, and understanding sport as part of a broader social and economic ecosystem.🎥 Watch on YouTube:👉 https://www.youtube.com/@TheHonourableandTheHack🎧 Listen on Spotify:👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/13uw982Y8Br4CvTs🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts:👉 https://podcasts.apple.com📘 Follow on Facebook:👉 https://www.facebook.com/TheHonourableAndTheHackDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and their guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any employer, organization, or institution. This content is intended for discussion and commentary and should not be considered professional, legal, or political advice.