Sled Wings show off hockey skills at annual Grand Rapids Griffins match up
For the 15th year, the two sides went head to head in a sled hockey game. (WZZM 13)
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Tough Sledding
Renewing one of the most unique events anywhere involving a pro sports team, the Griffins and Sled Wings will play their 15th annual sled hockey game on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at Griff’s IceHouse.
One Good Thing: Try Blind Hockey
The Griffins Youth Foundation held its first-ever blind hockey outing. (WZZM 13)
Twenty Visually Impaired Persons to 'Try Blind Hockey' on Sunday
The Griffins Youth Foundation, in conjunction with the Griffins and Tim Kane, captain of the U.S. Blind Hockey Team, will host West Michigan’s first-ever “Try Blind Hockey” event from 1-3 p.m. at Griff’s IceHouse.
Photo Album: 2020 Great Skate Winterfest
The 17th annual Great Skate Winterfest was held at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids Jan. 18-19.
Griffins’ annual 24-hour skate helps kids play hockey
The Grand Rapids Griffins are hosting their annual Great Skate Winterfest this weekend, benefiting the Griffins Youth Foundation. (WOOD TV8)
Foundation helps hockey player keep skating after losing vision
As the Grand Rapids Griffins hold their annual Great Skate Winterfest, three out of the four top individual fundraisers for the event are all from one family. (WOOD TV8)
The Great Skate is back in Grand Rapids on January 18
The annual Great Skate starts January 18th at noon and runs through January 19th at 10 p.m. at Rosa Parks Circle. (eightWest)
The Great Skate Winterfest Returns This Weekend!
The 17th annual event will run for 34 consecutive hours this Saturday, Jan. 18 and Sunday, Jan. 19 at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids.
Sports in Grand Rapids: What it takes to be #1 in the minor leagues
Like much of Grand Rapids, the area’s minor league sports teams were born of an entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to building a vibrant community. (Experience Grand Rapids)
Salvation Army sponsoring 'Red Kettle Game' with Grand Rapids Griffins
For the fifth straight year, the Salvation Army will be sponsoring the "Red Kettle Game" played by the Grand Rapids Griffins on Dec. 6. (WZZM 13)
No Barriers
A pair of January events will highlight the opportunities for people with disabilities to play the game of hockey.