JJ O'Connor, co-chair of the US Sled Classic along with Nashville organizer Troy Weis, took a moment to chat with SB Nation about the upcoming 7th annual tournament in Nashville. What makes O’Connor most excited about the tournament? "I love watching Tier V teams," he said. "That's where you get your younger players. But no matter what, it's all about competing and having fun."
A partial quadriplegic who cannot compete in the sport, O’Connor has dedicated volunteer time toward organizing, GMing, and chairing events related to USA Hockey’s sled division. He was the GM of the 2010 US Paralympic sled team, and a coordinator for the 2014 team.