Spirited hockey game raises awareness for Warrior for Life Fund By Dan Arritt NHL.com SAN DIEGO — A group of NHL alumni were having difficulty gaining separation against a determined team of Navy SEALs during their spirited hockey game at San Diego Ice Arena on Saturday. Dave Scatchard, a center who played 11 seasons for the…
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How a Game Offers Mental Resilience, Camaraderie, and a piece of home for Service Members For Naval Special Warfare (NSW) and active duty service members, the relentless stress and uncertainty of deployment leave little room for mental decompression. However, hockey’s rhythmic, meditative practice, whether on ice or off, serves as a unique mental sanctuary, offering…
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The Warrior for Life Fund is pleased to announce joining the Face the Fight coalition. Founded by USAA, Face the Fight is a coalition of companies, nonprofits, and veteran-focused organizations that have come together to raise awareness and support for veteran suicide prevention. By pooling resources, funding, and research, we can help break the stigmas…
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WFLF, Carolina Hurricanes, Joint Special Operations Association, and Vigilant Torch leadership teams discuss collaboration supporting Special Operations.
By Sylvia Izzo A young boy once faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles now glides effortlessly across the ice, defying expectations and inspiring everyone he meets. From sports uncertainty to the heights of athletic achievement, his journey is a testament to resilience, community support, and the unyielding pursuit of dreams. Zyree “Z” Fuller, a spirited young…
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Annual event brings together NHL alumni, servicemembers, and family to honor the legacy of a true American hero. The cold, quiet hum of the ice rink lights was broken by the laughter and chatter of a special gathering. Gold Star Families, Naval Special Warfare (NSW) veterans, active-duty personnel, NHL (National Hockey League) Alumni, family, and…
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The Warrior for Life Fund (WFLF) is excited to announce a partnership with the National Hockey League (NHL) to support active duty, veterans, retirees, and their families through the power of hockey. The NHL’s contribution will sponsor annual memorial games including the CDR. Brian Bourgeois, Nicholas Spehar, and Nathan H. Hardy Memorial Weekend games. This…
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Warrior for Life Fund members discuss healing through hockey and community outreach WFLF adaptive athlete coach Dean Newcomb and Media Coordinator Jayme Pastoric visited 106.9 The Fox to chat all things Warrior for Life Fund (WFLF) with Mr. Classic Rock, Mike Arlo. One of the focal points of the conversation was Warrior for Life Funds’ dedication to…
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Warrior for Life Fund faces off against Glacial Miles at our nation’s capital. St. James Performance Academy was buzzing as two teams of veterans and active duty service-members took to the ice. Warrior for Life Fund and Glaciem Miles battled it out on the ice in a game aimed at raising awareness and support for…
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Feature Story by Kerry Schiffer The U10 Warriors were invited to play in the prestigious CAN/AM Challenge Cup, in Lake Placid, NY. Games were played in the Olympic Complex, where the “Miracle on Ice” occurred in 1980 as well as the 1932 Olympic ice. Needless to say there was much excitement from the players as…
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