Stephen Russell Memorial Tournament

Stephen Russell Memorial Tournament The Stephen Russell Memorial Tournament is a yearly match up that officially kicks off the season fo Stephen played in Western Canada.

The ACCHL Stephen Russell Memorial Tournament is a yearly match up that officially kicks off the season for the Atlantic Coast Collegiate Hockey League. The tournament is held in memory of the goaltender who proudly played for the NC State Hockey Club from 2006-2009. Stephen Russell (May 22, 1986-July 4, 2009)was born in Grand Falls-Windsor, in the province of Newfoundland, on Canada’s East Coast.

He stepped on the ice and in the net for the first time at the age of twelve, working hard to catch up to his teammates who had played the game for years before him. Prior to moving to the United States, Stephen played AAA Midget hockey for the Grand Prairie Storm. Stephen was part of the NC State hockey team from 2006-2009. He was passionate and intense about hockey, and as one teammate put it, “he would make the same effort to save the 200th shot at practice as he would an overtime shot in a crucial game.”

On July 4th, 2009, the Wolfpack lost Stephen. At the time of his death, Stephen was a rising senior at NC State University where he was studying political science. Stephen loved the spirit of competition, the camaraderie of a team, and the simple joy of a good game of hockey. The team retired his jersey in November, 2009, one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon an athlete. His teammates and coaches felt he represented the best of their sport and the program. His legacy and positive approach to life will live on in this tournament, and in the hearts of those who loved him.

Be the light in someone's darkness. That is truly the purpose of life.
12/21/2019

Be the light in someone's darkness. That is truly the purpose of life.

11/22/2019
Saturday morning skate with the Mites and ACCHL players. Growing the sport and raising money for Skates2Scholars. This...
11/17/2019

Saturday morning skate with the Mites and ACCHL players. Growing the sport and raising money for Skates2Scholars. This is Stephen's ripple. Many thanks to Bill Gerke for tournament photos.

11/16/2019

A few pics of the Saturday Skate with the Mites. Many thanks to everyone who supported the weekend; because of you, we can help provide scholarships with Skates2Scholars!

This is the first picture of many, but I wanted to share because it captures the spirit of the tournament. Thank you to...
11/15/2019

This is the first picture of many, but I wanted to share because it captures the spirit of the tournament. Thank you to all who made this weekend happen. Not only were we able to put off a great weekend, we were also able to help Skates to Scholars provide scholarships!! Our hearts are filled with gratitude. photo credit:Bill Gerke.

This guy is going to the tournament. Are you? Check out our raffle tables! We have some great gift baskets, clothing, p...
11/06/2019

This guy is going to the tournament. Are you? Check out our raffle tables! We have some great gift baskets, clothing, purses, our hand carved giraffe and much more!!! November 8-10th at Extreme Ice Center!!

Check out our "Puck" coasters and T-shirts! :-) All proceeds go towards paying for the expenses of the tournament. Ge...
11/01/2019

Check out our "Puck" coasters and T-shirts! :-) All proceeds go towards paying for the expenses of the tournament. Get yours today!

Have a look at this schedule! It's going to be a great weekend of hockey, and we would love for you to join us!! ...
10/30/2019

Have a look at this schedule! It's going to be a great weekend of hockey, and we would love for you to join us!!

Do you have a few hours to volunteer? Click on the sign-up and see how you can pitch in to make the weekend a success!!...
10/29/2019

Do you have a few hours to volunteer? Click on the sign-up and see how you can pitch in to make the weekend a success!! Thanks in advance!

The 2019 Stephen Russell Memorial Tournament could not happen without the help of our donors and volunteers.  Thank you in advance for visiting our volunteer sign up page.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me! Kelly Buckley (Stephen's Mom)

Hello hockey friends! If you are going to be at the tournament, consider volunteering some time. With close to 500 hoc...
10/10/2019

Hello hockey friends! If you are going to be at the tournament, consider volunteering some time. With close to 500 hockey players, this tournament can only happen when people like you help out. Click on the link to learn more. Hope to see you at the rink!

The 2019 Stephen Russell Memorial Tournament could not happen without the help of our donors and volunteers.  Thank you in advance for visiting our volunteer sign up page.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me! Kelly Buckley (Stephen's Mom)

Today, we celebrate Stephen's 33rd birthday! His love for life and hockey live on in the tournament and all the good wo...
05/22/2019

Today, we celebrate Stephen's 33rd birthday! His love for life and hockey live on in the tournament and all the good works done in his memory!

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