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The Birth of Hockey Heals in the Midwest

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Hockey Heals started in Colorado as a way to help Van Stone get back on the ice after a traumatic brain injury. Over time, our friends there have grown it into something much bigger than just playing hockey. It’s now a weekly game that brings together people facing life-changing situations, both physical and mental, in a spirit of connection and support. The idea is to give everyone a chance to set aside their troubles for a while and just enjoy the game. We’ve got a strong foundation to launch this in St. Louis and are teaming up with local ice rinks to get things rolling. We’re aiming for an April start. Anyone interested in helping off the ice or joining in can reach out through this page or email tjokerst@dawgnationstl.org. Recently, Rick and Riley Alire came from Colorado to pass the torch to the Gateway City—don’t miss the hand-off ceremony!

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