Grit blueliner Pavlowich staying in Colorado after junior hockey, commits to NCAA D-I Air Force
In his first season with the NAHL’s Colorado Grit, defenseman Carson Pavlowich has elevated his game and attracted the eyes of college hockey coaches.
This past week, the Proctor, Minn., native committed to play NCAA Division I hockey at the Air Force Academy (Atlantic Hockey America).
“I am very excited and honored to announce my commitment to play Division I hockey and continue my education at the United States Air Force Academy,” Pavlowich said. “I would like to thank all of my coaches, teammates, family and friends who have helped me along the way. I would also like to thank everyone in the Grit organization who has helped me get here. None of this would be possible without the help of my coaches and everyone else who believed in me and given me the chance at this level.
“My time with the Grit has been amazing and I’m looking forward to staying in Colorado for the future.”
This season, Pavlowich posted a goal and six assists through 26 games with the Grit.
“We are extremely excited for Carson and the great future he has in front of him,” added Grit head coach Kevin Holmstrom. “He has taken such great steps this season, been patient with his development, respectful, and competes every day. ‘Pavs’ possess so many good hockey habits but more importantly character traits that are very fitting for the AFA, the staff and its hockey program. We look forward to his continued success the last part of our season and all he brings to the Grit.”
While with Proctor High School, Pavlowich posted over 80 points over three seasons before a short pre- and post-season with the NA3HL’s New Mexico Ice Wolves, earning a tender last season with the Grit.
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— Colorado Grit Staff
(January 14, 2025)