PG Wolves Return to Form at Hendrickson Foundation National Hockey Festival
The Hendrickson Foundation National Hockey Festival is a showcase of the best in adaptive hockey — teams from across the country, four days of competition, and a stage where grit meets opportunity. For Prairie Grit’s sled hockey team, the Wolves, 2025 marked not just another tournament, but a chance to reclaim their place among the top programs in the nation.
Two years ago, the Wolves shocked the field by winning the 2023 Hendrickson Foundation Tournament, a milestone that cemented their reputation. The following year was a rebuilding season — important, but without the same spark. That made this year’s run to the championship game in Blaine, Minnesota all the more meaningful.
A Weekend to Remember
From the first puck drop, the Wolves looked sharp. Balanced team play carried them through the early rounds, with younger players stepping up and veterans providing steady leadership. Every game seemed to produce a new storyline — and by Sunday, the Wolves had battled their way back into the title game, earning a second-place finish and the respect of every team they faced.
Individual Highlights
Levi Addicott scored his first career goal — the kind of moment players and families never forget — and anchored the defense with poise.
Lincoln Rasmusson skated in his very first tournament without a pusher, a major milestone in his independence as an athlete.
Greyson Addicott stole the spotlight in net, turning away 29 shots in the championship game alone and proving himself as one of the tournament’s most reliable goalies.
Palmer Thompson delivered two hat tricks across the weekend while stepping into a leadership role that helped carry the team’s offense.
Conner Marquart led with consistency and confidence, keeping the Wolves composed when the pressure mounted.
Cady MacIver brought the kind of energy that every team needs — the life of the bench, always positive, always lifting teammates.
Paxten Schraeder, in just his first year of play, showed remarkable growth as a competitor and found his stride on the national stage.
Mason Keller demonstrated grit and toughness, powering through challenges to support his team every shift.
Levin Meine added two hat tricks of his own, his scoring touch a key reason the Wolves reached the championship.
Bigger Than the Scoreboard
While the second-place finish was a surprise to some, it was no accident. The Wolves showed that their 2023 championship wasn’t a one-time story, but the beginning of a tradition. After a quieter 2024, this year’s run signaled a return to form — a team that can adapt, grow, and rise again.
For Prairie Grit, this tournament wasn’t just about medals or records. It was about moments: first goals, new milestones, and the kind of leadership and teamwork that can’t be measured on a scoresheet.
The Wolves left Blaine with silver medals around their necks, but more importantly, with a renewed belief in what’s possible. They proved, once again, that with grit, anything is possible.