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A WARRIOR ON THE ICE Rob grew in the Boston playing area hockey in the late 60’s and played goalie up through high school. After high school he received a scholarship to Westfield State to play baseball. But he continued to play hockey and over the last 20 years has been an active member of the Rocky Mountain hockey community until about 7 months ago. Over the last 10-15 years he has fac…

It was a daily double at Old Foothills as we joined forces with the WDHL (West Denver Hockey League) to surprise two long time members of Clockwork Orange, Dan Grady and Keith Young. Dan is recovering from successful hip surgery and Keith is on the road to recovery after neck surgery. We can’t wait to have both of guys back on the ice. A PROUD MEMBER OF THE COLORADO HOCKEY COMMUN…

It was a daily double at Old Foothills as we joined forces with the WDHL (West Denver Hockey League) to surprise two long time members of Clockwork Orange, Dan Grady and Keith Young. Dan is recovering from successful hip surgery and Keith is on the road to recovery after neck surgery. We can’t wait to have both of guys back on the ice. LONG TIME SUPPORTER Keith Young, a longtime…

During our first annual CornDAWG Competition we were honored to present Sam Beveridge with a check for $20,000 to support his transition in life after his leg amputation. Sam’s positive outlook and extreme gratitude for life is encouraging to us all. Dawg Nation is proud to stand with Sam during his journey. AN ACTIVE FATHER AND OUTDOOR ENTHUSIAST Hockey dad Sam Beveridge is an active fat…

It was a bittersweet day In Minnesota as I said my goodbyes to the incredible Robbie O. Beginning with a powerful 90 minutes at Becker Arena Products, Robb’s work home for many years. Robbie O stories were recounted and tears shed. I then headed to Robb’s home to be greeted by his beloved son (Taltson) and lifelong dear friends (Robert and Heather) as my buddy patiently waited for me upst…

Sport Stable: Boulder, CO Incredible partnership with Boulder Hockey Club, Long Hockey Community and the Roughriders results in $110,000 to the Marshall Fire hockey families. Another example of love and community conquers all. While the devastation took homes and possessions, it did not diminish the generosity and love of the hockey community! Over 600 Homes Burned!!! Many of us w…

MORE THAN JUST A SPORT FOR JORDAN Hockey is more than just a sport. It’s a community consisting of people from different backgrounds and stories and friends who become family. For Jordan, hockey is a huge part of her life and upbringing. Growing up in Livonia Michigan, a city right outside of Detroit, Jordan started her hockey journey at a very young age. At the age of 7 she started pl…

Krivo Rallies Some good news for a Ukrainian family. While we can’t control so many things as we’re seeing playout in Ukraine, we can control how we treat each other and take care of one another in times of need. On Tuesday, March 8, we had the privilege of partnering with Krivo School of Hockey Elite to help one of Director Andrei Krivokrasov’s coaches, Daniel Kozachuk, a Ukrainian whose …

RALLY AT THE BLACKBIRD With the help of Garrett Ladd, all of Dave’s teammates, family, friends, and supporters were invited to the Blackbird Public House on Tuesday, March 8. Joined by his wife, Dave arrived to another one of Cappy’s surprises. It was emotional night, to see how many people will show up in your time of need. The DAWG family came together again and presented Dave with a…

Surprised at Church Another day of GIVING BACK for DAWG Nation as we helped Bryce Shuck and his family’s battle with their eleven-year-old son’s diagnosis of Leukemia. His son, Cameron, has a full week of chemo ahead in Edmonton. This Colorado family is posted up a long way from home doing their best to support their son’s recovery!Dave Carr, Bryce’s nominator and dear friend thought it fitt…

  Dawg Nation Hockey Foundation- STL was able to surprise Dima Golovko with a check for $3,500 before the MVCHA All-Star game at the McKendree Metro Rec Plex on March 4. As many of you are aware of the ongoing situation in Ukraine Dima’s family will face many challenges as the situation there continues to escalate, and the DAWG family stands ready to help in any way they can. ONE FAMILY…

DECADES OF PLAYING AND PASSION Jeff Dorn has been playing hockey on and off for 44 years. His passion for the game began as a mite and keep him going as he worked his way up to a couple of years at juniors with the Seattle Thunderbirds and then on to adult league. Hockey has been an integral part of Jeff’s life; he has also graciously given back in the form of coaching youth hockey playe…