Thanks to a new program called Little Hawkey, Crookston Youth Hockey players got to skate at the Ralph Engelstad Arena in Grand Forks.
The Crookston Mite group, kids ages seven and eight, got to enjoy skating in the first and second intermissions of the University of North Dakota games earlier this season. The mite group consisting of kids 7 and 8 years old got to enjoy skating in the first and second intermissions of the UND game vs the 18 and under USA team. They had 74 people in the group, with 21 mite skaters.
The mini mites, kids 6 and under, got to skate the first intermission of the January 6th contest between UND and Anchorage Alaska. They had 140 attendees with 17 mini mite skaters, not only that, but they enjoyed a visit from several UND players after the game.
“Overall, both our groups had a great experience and one that will be remembered for a lifetime by our young players and families. This was all possible in great part due to the willingness and support of our hockey family and friends in the community,” said Mike Enright. “UND Hockey is a great partner and inspiration with their lead, John Kramer, reaching out to us and other local communities to give kids this great opportunity.”
