In Minnesota, it starts before we can walk.

A spark that compels us to bundle up and brave below-zero temperatures. To play all day on a frozen lake or pond.

It consumes our youth. Takes us all over the state. It introduces us to some of the best friends we will ever have. Teammates forever bound by the pain of overtime losses and the joy of overtime wins.

If we’re lucky, our years of hard work will land us on the high school team. Some will make the leap to college. A handful will get paid to play. And a select few will wear the red, white and blue.

It doesn’t matter what level we reach. What matters is our shared love of the game.

Whether we are a player, proud parent or grandparent, committed coach, or diehard fan, we are proud to SKATE IN MINNESOTA.