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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The Warrior for Life Fund (WFLF) was awarded the 2024 Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition offered by Candid/GuideStar. WFLF focuses support to active duty, veterans, and their families through sport and community as they navigate the unique challenges of combat deployments and life after service. Utilizing an evidence-based and informed approach,…
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A story of resilience and camaraderie on the ice, where hockey becomes a therapeutic force for veterans and families who’ve sacrificed in service to their country. Beyond the confines of the ice rink, the Warrior For Life movement has evolved into a nationwide effort, fostering both able-bodied and adaptive hockey programs in various U.S. locales.…
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In a special hockey game at 2 pm on 20 January 2024 at the Warrior Ice Arena, the Boston 401s(k)aters will honor the memory of Chief Naval Special Warfare Operator Michael “Mike” T. Ernst (SEAL), a Cohasset, MA native who died in a parachuting training accident on February 19, 2023. Please join us in remembering and…
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