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Aaron Martinez was a hockey dad through and through. He certainly left his mark on the Colorado hockey community in the five seasons he was involved with the Arapahoe Warriors, Big Bear/Evolution, and the Littleton Hawks. He loved watching the kids learn and grow as players and as individuals. He cheered for everyone’s accomplishments, and he always loved to say, “I just cheer for hockey. When …

Chaz Legere  A. PAYPAL Click the button to contribute directly through Paypal.   B. ZELLE Enroll and access Zelle® Enter: [email protected] Enter the amount and *note the donation recipient so we know how to direct your donation. C. MAIL CHECK TO: DAWG Nation Hockey Foundation PO Box 182 Indian Hills, CO 80454  …

Ronnie Emmitt was a very intense person in everything he did. He played hockey intensely, he hurt intensely and most of all he loved his family intensely. Through the many difficult things Ronnie has gone through he always wanted one thing. That one thing was a family. He loved his mother, father and sister very much as a child. As an adult he was a very dedicated husband, father and stepfather…

A night that reminds us of what life is about! Love, joy, and community. And what a privilege it is to have that here with the Dawgs! 4 of our mighty Dawgs received their “Wish Upon a Puck” moment that we’ll all remember for a lifetime. Skating with the Avs, signed jerseys, behind the scenes tours, check presentations, family and friends, and a chance for their stories to be heard in a way th…

Lawton Davis impacted quite a few lives during his time on this earth. From to his teammates on the soccer pitch , to the students in his classroom, to his fellow mountain bikers on the trails, to his beloved family at home, Lawton was someone that certainly made the most of his 44 years. The Carolina native lived an active life of adventure and passion centered around his beautiful family. L…

Stacey Burdick On March 28, 2023, Stacey Burdick was diagnosed with rectal cancer. She has undergone radiation and is undergoing chemotherapy presently. Her doctors are telling her she may require future surgeries depending on her progress. Stacey is a Teacher’s Aide for special needs children at Eastwood Elementary School in East Alton, Illinois. Her husband, Travis, is a Captai…

Hanna, Cancer and DAWG Nation Hanna has recently joined the team, and now helps DAWG Nation every day in our pursuit to touch as many hockey families as possible!!!  Welcome Hanna! The future is bright! Hanna’s energy and love for life is contagious. She has the ability to spread joy wherever she goes and find the beauty in every moment. Her compassion for others, her spirit for adventur…

A Team of Survivors, Morning Skate, St. Louis Boys, and Super Joe What a day of celebrating life! Surrounded by three gentlemen that have defied the odds it was definitely one for the ages! We began the day with an inspirational “Hockey Heals” skate, then off to Ball Arena to take in the morning skate, from there it was meet/greet with the St Louis Blues, and finally topped things off with sui…

Dave Fromm It’s a very difficult day for the Colorado and Minnesota hockey communities as we lost one of the real good ones. Dave Fromm had been a coach, mentor and friend to countless souls, positively impacting lives for decades. Most recently, Dave worked with Cappy, Jan Hejda and Geno Parrish in organizing our for ever “Pondy on Prior” event that was a prime of example of D…

Jeff Jewers loved life, loved his family, and loved hockey. This hard working Canadian left a legacy across the Denver hockey scene that won’t soon be forgotten. Although Jeff has said “see you later” he Is surely lacing them up on the heavenly ice today. Loss of a Friend Our hockey family is struggling with the sudden passing of Jeff Jewers which has left a void in our hearts and on the…

Now on the road to recovery, Jessica and her family were hit hard with medical costs and missed work. Reliance on oxygen has limited Jessica’s mobility and increased the need for a portable oxygen concentrator, something that is simply not in the budget……until now!! On Saturday, October 14th, Dawg Nation teamed with Hockey Unlimited to provide Jessica with a surprise check for $6,000. A tearful…

Yesterday was a day of celebrating a special life. Marty “Mustang” McKnight has been a familiar face in Colorado hockey scene for decades. Hundreds gathered at the Ice Centre at Promenade to honor a great man. Marty was a player, a coach, a teammate, a captain, a leader and a friend. There were hugs, there were tears, there were cheers, there were toasts, but mostly there was love for a man t…