MN Sled Hockey Association Holding an Open Event at Bemidji Community Arena

The Minnesota Sled Hockey Association (MSHA) will be hosting a Minnesota Sled Series open event at the Bemidji Community Arena this weekend.

The MSHA provides accessible ice hockey opportunities for any individual unable to play stand-up hockey due to any challenges to their personal mobility. The organization wants to provide a community of inclusion and understanding, as well as physical exercise.

“My son has been playing sled hockey for 15 years. He was born with spinea bifida so he uses wheelchair to get around, but man, when he gets on the ice, he can fly,” said Craig Boser, Minnesota Sled Hockey Association Board Member. “It’s great; it feels really satisfying to get a new person on the ice and see that they can play a competitive sport. It can be life-changing, it really can.”

A sled hockey demonstration will begin at 1 PM at the BCA on Saturday, April 5th, with an open try event held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sleds and sticks will be provided.