About the Program

MISSION

To provide a seamless, united hockey experience that ties the Columbus hockey community together at all levels. By optimizing our resources, experience and professionalizing coaching, we aim to set the national USA Hockey gold standard for player development and organizational excellence. Working together to ensure we are providing a positive / safe environment that prioritizes sportsmanship, safety and long term athlete development that goes beyond the confines of the ice.

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GOALS

Columbus Cannons are dedicated to elite personal character, relentless work ethic, and fundamental mastery for every player. We strive to provide a high-challenge, high-reward environment where athletic development and team synergy thrive, delivering lasting personal benefits. The establishment of this new organization will allow us to consolidate expenses to drive down cost, while providing top of the line equipment and experiences.

How did we get here?

As the national and local hockey environments continue to change, CAHA and CCYHA Tier 2 powerhouses in Ohio are joining forces.

CAHA

Team Name: Columbus Capitals

Founded: 1967

Players in 2025/26: 352?

# Teams: 20?

*Home of the Tier 2 U14 Ohio Champions - 2010 Birthyear*

CCYHA

Team Name: Columbus Blue Jackets

Founded: 1999

Players in 2025/26: 531

# Teams: 30?

Notable Teams: Girls Programming (10U - 19U), Special Hockey, Development Programming (8U - 14U)

*Home of the Tier 2 U14 Ohio Champions - 2007 Birthyear*

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