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Arvada native, Ralston Valley grad Bird set to take flight in ’25-26 with NA3HL’s Blizzard
June 1st, 2025Landon Bird always knew he’d wind up playing with the NA3HL’s Alexandria Blizzard – it was just a matter of timing. Last month, the Arvada native signed a tender agreement with the Blizzard and looks to start his junior hockey career this fall in Minnesota. “The opportunity to play for the Alexandria Blizzard actually began…
Fort Collins native Thompson takes next step, commits to NCAA D-III University of New England
May 31st, 2025The NAHL’s Minnesota Mallards have announced that defenseman Marek Thompson has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for the University of New England. The Fort Collins native will head to Maine in the fall to skate with the Nor’easters. “I’m super excited for the opportunity and I’ve heard nothing but great things about the…
Arvada native, former Grit star Poirier heading to Ivy League with commitment to NCAA D-I Brown
May 24th, 2025George Poirier spent the past two seasons with the NAHL’s Colorado Grit, developing his game to be ready for the college game. Recently, the Arvada native committed to NCAA Division I Brown, where he will join Grit teammate Sheldon Rioux. “I had been in contact with Brown University since the NAHL Top Prospects event and…
Denver native Andrus uses EHL as extra push to gain NCAA Division III commitment to Rivier
May 24th, 2025Brogan Andrus, a forward for the EHL’s Bridgewater Bandits, has committed to NCAA Division III Rivier for the 2025-26 season. The ’04 out of Denver spent two years with the Bandits at the EHL level. In his sophomore season, he tallied 12 goals and 10 assists in 44 games. This level of production more than…
NAHL’s Grit granted inactive status for upcoming 2025-26 season
May 24th, 2025The NAHL has announced that the Colorado Grit have been granted inactive status by the NAHL Board of Governors for the 2025-26 season. As a result, the team will not participate in league competition during the upcoming season. Inactive status indicates that the organization is pausing operations for one year but remains a member of…
Durango native Wentworth commits to NCAA D-III Dubuque as next step in hockey, academic careers
May 23rd, 2025The NAHL’s St. Cloud Norsemen have announced that forward Zak Wentworth has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for Dubuque. Serving as a product of the ladder of development, the Durango native skated in the NA3HL for three seasons with the New Mexico Ice Wolves. His first taste of the NAHL happened last season…
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LHA alum, Highlands Ranch native Watson chooses NCAA D-III Saint Mary’s as college landing spot
May 16th, 2025The NA3HL’s Minnesota Moose have announced that captain Reid Watson has committed to play NCAA D-III hockey for Saint Mary’s. Watson spent both seasons of his junior hockey career in the NA3HL, most recently with the first-year Moose program. A native of Highlands Ranch, he made a significant impact on the scoresheet, racking up 94…
Okanagan Hockey Colorado bringing culture, education, athlete development to state’s youth hockey scene
May 16th, 2025Nearly three years ago, Okanagan Hockey Colorado joined the ranks of high-end, high-quality youth hockey in the state. More than hockey, OHC has a model seen in Canada and Europe that provides hockey and academics all in one setting. “We noticed that there was a trend of Colorado youth hockey players leaving the state to…
In Memoriam: Kevin Bruder (1968–2025)
May 14th, 2025It is with profound sadness that we share the sudden passing of Kevin Bruder, beloved General Manager of the Maverik Center, President & CEO of the Utah Grizzlies, and Chairman of the ECHL Board of Governors. Kevin passed away on Sunday, May 11, at the age of 56, while enjoying the Utah outdoors. Kevin’s greatest…