Hudson Routh tenders with the Austin Bruins
November 14, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 14, 2024) For more information, contact: Cody Wang, Director of Hockey Operations, [email protected] NorthStar Knights 18U Prep forward, Hudson Routh, has tendered with the Austin Bruins of the NAHL. The West…
Grinnell and Christian sign NAHL tenders
November 7, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 7, 2024) For more information, contact: Cody Wang, Director of Hockey Operations @ [email protected] NorthStar Knights 18U Prep players, Mason Grinnell and Ian Christian have signed tenders with NAHL teams. A…
Hunter Rudolph commits to St. Cloud State University
November 7, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 7, 2024) For more information, contact: Cody Wang, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations ([email protected]) Current 16U NorthStar Knight Hunter Rudolph has committed to play Division I hockey at St.…
Caleb Elfering commits to Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)
October 15, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Oct. 15, 2024) For more information, contact: Cody Wang, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations [email protected] NorthStar Knights Alumni, Caleb Elfering, has committed to Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT).…
Lincoln Kuehne Commits to Colorado College
August 9, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Aug. 8, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights Alumni, Lincoln Kuehne, has committed to Colorado College.…
Carter Sanderson Commits to University of North Dakota
August 3, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Aug. 3, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights alumni, Carter Sanderson, has committed to the University of…
Bode Laylin Commits to University of St. Thomas
August 2, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Aug. 2, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights Alumni, Bode Laylin, has committed to University of St.…
Knights Alumni, Bauer Berry and Austin Moline Selected in the 2024 NHL Draft
July 20, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Jul. 1, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar knights alumni, Bauer Berry and Austin Moline, were drafted into the…
Knights Hire Mark Bassen to coaching staff
July 19, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Jul. 19, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are excited to announce Mark Bassen to its…
Mark Abalan announced as Head Coach of the Tri-City Storm in the USHL
May 31, 2024
Alexandria, MN (May. 31, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 16U Coach, Mark Abalan, has been announced as the new Head…
Bauer Berry Commits to University of St. Thomas
May 20, 2024
Alexandria, MN (May. 20, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights alumni, Bauer Berry, has announced his commitment to…
5 Knights Drafted in 2024 USHL Draft
May 17, 2024
Alexandria, MN (May. 17, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations & Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Last week, the Northstar Knights saw 3 alumni, and 2 current players…
Dylan McCann tenders with Neepawa Titans of the MJHL
March 19, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Mar. 19, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that 18U Prep defenseman, Dylan…
Dylan Toth Tenders with Rockets Hockey Club of the NCDC
March 6, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Mar. 6, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that 18U Prep forward, Dylan Toth, has tendered with…
Leung, Murphy Sign Tenders in the NAHL
February 27, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Feb. 27, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that 18U Prep teammates Andrew Leung and Ryan Murphy…
Knights Introduce First Ever Summer Camps in 2024
February 16, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Feb. 16, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations and Media Relations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are excited to announce the introductions of…
Knights launch new donation page platform
February 6, 2024
Alexandria, MN (Feb. 6, 2024) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are excited to announce the launch of their new donation page. The revamped…
Michael Mathison tenders with the Philadelphia Rebels of the NAHL
November 27, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 27, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 18U Prep forward, Michael Mathison, has tendered with the Philadelphia Rebels of…
Gage Martell tenders with the Odessa Jackalopes
November 15, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 14, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 18U Prep defenseman, Gage Martell, has tendered with the Odessa Jackalopes of…
Hruza, Spraetz and Friedrich Sign Tenders in the NAHL
November 9, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 8, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 18U Prep players, Gavin Hruza, Jake Spraetz, and Hunter Friedrich signed tenders…
Knights Alumni, Brian Morse, commits to NCAA D1 University of Maine
November 6, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 6, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that alumni, Brian Morse, has committed to the…
Knights riding high heading into November
November 2, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 2, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 16U AAA and 18U Prep teams close out the month of October with plenty to be…
Knights building the foundation as 2023-24 season begins
October 12, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Oct. 12, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 2023-24 season is officially underway. During the first month of play, the…
Dylan Cook commits to NCAA I University of Massachusetts-Lowell
August 8, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Aug. 8, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights alumni, Dylan Cook, committed to University of Massachusetts-Lowell over the…
Tommy Prendergast commits to NCAA I Western Michigan University
August 4, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Aug. 4, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights incoming 18U Prep forward, Tommy Prendergast, has committed to NCAA I Western…
Northstar names Jessica Schmidt as the Director of Academics
July 28, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 28, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are excited to announce the addition of Jessica Schmidt as the Director of…
Minnesota natives, Joe Westlund and Luke Anderson, Commit to NCAA III Bethel University
July 26, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 26, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights alumni, Joe Westlund (Alexandria, MN) and Luke Anderson (St. Cloud, MN), have…
Knights add Joe Cullen to Coaching Staff
July 25, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 25, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are excited to announce the addition of Joe Cullen to their Coaching Staff.…
Blaise Miller commits to NCAA III Concordia College
July 19, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 19, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knight Alumni, Blaise Miller, has committed to Concordia College in Moorhead, MN.…
Calvin Hanson commits to NCAA III St. Norbert College
July 18, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 18, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights alumni, Calvin Hanson, has committed to St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. St.…
Jeremy McDonald Commits to NCAA III Framingham State
July 17, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 17, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights alumni, Jeremy McDonald has committed to Framingham State University in…
Kade Peterson Commits to NCAA DI Long Island University
July 11, 2023
Alexandria, MN (July. 11, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights Alumni, Kade Peterson, has committed to NCAA D1 Long Island University. Long…
House a Northstar Knight
June 5, 2023
The Northstar Knights are looking for host families to house Northstar Knight players. Hosting a Northstar Knight is an opportunity for families to develop a deep connection with young men during an important time in their life. Our…
Northstar Knights 23-24 Season Preview
May 21, 2023
The Northstar Knights are excited to announce we will be fielding both 16U and 18U AAA teams for the upcoming 23-24 season. Athletics, Academics, and Discipleship will continue to be the foundation of a NorthStar Knight. This includes an elite…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – Jaxon Grosdidier
May 16, 2023
Jaxon during his final home game as a Knight in March 2022 (Photo from Blake Steinbring - Bulldog Photography) Name: Jaxon Grosdidier Years played at Northstar: 2020-2022 Current Team: Aberdeen Wings (NAHL) This senior spotlight features a man for…
Northstar Knights see 7 players picked in the 2023 USHL draft
May 9, 2023
Alexandria, MN (May. 9, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Last week, the Northstar Knights saw 1 alumni, and 6 current players drafted in the 2023 USHL…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – CJ Kier
May 8, 2023
Kier playing in Waterloo, IA against top ranked Culver Academy in March 2022 (Photo from Julie Huntington) Name: CJ Kier Years played at Northstar: 2020-2022 Current Team: El Paso Rhinos (NAHL) This next alumni spotlight is a really special…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – KJ Hjelm
May 5, 2023
Name: Kaden (KJ) Hjelm Years played at Northstar: 2019-2021 Current Team: Bethel University (NCAA DIII) This next player up on our Knights Alumni spotlight is KJ Hjelm. Hjelm came to Northstar in 2019 from Omaha, Nebraska where he spent time in…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – Reese Laubach
May 1, 2023
Laubach playing his final game as a Knight in March 2022 (Photo from Blake Steinbring - Bulldog Photography) Name: Reese Laubach Years played at Northstar: 2020-22 Current Team: Omaha Lancers (USHL) This Northstar Knights Alumni Spotlight…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – Christian Carto
April 28, 2023
Name: Christian Carto Years played at Northstar: 2020-2022 Current Team: New Mexico Ice Wolves (NAHL) Today’s Alumni Spotlight features Christian Carto. Carto played on the 18U Prep team for the 2020-21 and 2021-22 season where he suited up…
Nate Farrell and Shane Burns sign with junior teams
April 25, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Apr. 25, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that 18U Prep team defensemen Nate Farrell and Shane…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – Logan Johnson
April 24, 2023
Logan Johnson (Right) with Luke Anderson (Center) and Ben Casey (Left) Name: Logan Johnson Years Played at Northstar: 2018-19 Current Team: Liberty University D2 Our next alumni spotlight features an inaugural member of the Northstar Knights…
Knights Alumni Spotlight – Logan Anderson
April 21, 2023
Name: Logan Anderson Years Played at Northstar: 2020-2022 Current Team: Retired This Northstar Knights alumni spotlight features the deadlifting master, Logan Anderson. If you ever find yourself in a weight room with Anderson, aka “Scoob”,…
Kaleb Pitman and Colten Sell sign Tenders in the NCDC
April 17, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Apr. 17, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that 18U Prep team forward’s Kaleb Pitman and Colten…
Lincoln Kuehne selected to 17U US National Team Development Program Roster
April 11, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Apr. 11, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are proud to announce that 16U Knights defenseman, Lincoln Kuehne, has been…
Knights win 3 out of 4 games against top ranked Culver Academy
March 14, 2023
Waterloo, IA (Mar. 14, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights traveled to Waterloo, Iowa over the weekend for neutral site games against…
Huntington and Kartch tender with the Utah Outliers
February 16, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Feb. 16, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights teammates Sam Kartch and Nathan Huntington are joining previous tender Brady…
Trio of Knight’s sign with junior teams for 2023-24 season
February 3, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Feb. 3, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 18U Prep forwards Celeb Elfering, Cooper Fredericks and Jake Lundeen have…
Dawson McCann Commits to Steinbach Pistons of the MJHL, Brady Jones with Utah Outliers in the NCDC
January 19, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Jan. 19, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 18U Prep teammates Dawson McCann and Brady Jones committed to…
Knights Host Memorable Weekend Partnering with Minnesota Special Hockey
January 18, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Jan. 18, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 16U AAA and 18U Prep took on Bishop College School from Montreal,…
Knights head into the New Year looking to build on their success both on and off the ice
January 1, 2023
Alexandria, MN (Jan. 1, 2023) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] It feels just like yesterday that the players were rolling in to “welcome weekend” back in…
Lincoln Hjelm Commits to University of Nebraska-Omaha
November 28, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 28, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 16U forward, Lincoln Hjelm, has committed to the University of…
Alexandria’s Brayden Berg, tenders with NAHL’s Oklahoma Warriors
November 9, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Nov. 8, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are pleased to announce the first tender signing of the 2022-23 season with…
Resiliency and Tenacity lead to Menghini Division 1 Commitment to University of Minnesota Duluth
October 26, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Oct. 26, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are pleased to announce that Alumni, Anthony Menghini, has committed…
Knights Continuing to Build on Recent Success
October 18, 2022
Blake Steinbring - Bulldog Photography Alexandria, MN (Oct. 19, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 16U AAA and 18U Prep swept…
Northstar Knights Break Ground on Dormitory
October 6, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Sept. 29, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] After years of prayer, the Northstar Knights are excited to announce the groundbreaking of their…
Knights Undefeated in Home Opener
September 29, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Sept. 29, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 16U and 18U Prep swept the Minnesota Lakers in their home opener this past…
Knights name Captains for 2022-23 season
September 27, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Sept. 28, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights are pleased to announce the captains for the 2022-23 season. Leading the…
Knights Kick off 2022-23 Season at Minnesota Blades Showcase
September 21, 2022
Maple Grove, MN (Sept. 21, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 16U and 18U Prep teams traveled down to Maple Grove, Minnesota to…
Strinden, Laubach become first Knights drafted into the NHL
July 12, 2022
The Northstar Knights made history Thursday, July 7th when forwards, Ben Strinden and Reese Laubach were selected in the National Hockey League Draft. Strinden was selected by the Nashville Predators in the 7th round, 210 overall. The 6-3,…
Jens Richards Commits to University of Vermont
July 2, 2022
Northstar Knights Alumni, Jens Richards, has committed to the University of Vermont. Richards played with the Knights from 2018-2020 and accumulated 105 Points (51 Goals, 54 Assists) in 104 games and was selected to the NAPHL All-Star game the…
Continuity of Coaching Staff Returning for 2022-23 Season
June 30, 2022
Heading into the 2022-23 season, The Northstar Knights will return all 4 of their coaches from the previous year. The Knights are happy to be able to keep the continuity within the Hockey Operations department for another season. Under the…
Knights make splash in USHL Draft
May 5, 2022
The Northstar Knights saw 4 current and 2 alumni selected in the USHL draft.
Cody Croal Commits to University of North Dakota
April 28, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Apr. 28, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] Northstar Knights 18U forward, Cody Croal, has announced his commitment to the University of…
FCA Hockey App Launching May 4th
April 18, 2022
FCA Hockey is excited to announce the development of the “FCA Hockey App” which will be released globally on May 4th! All the details of the App as well as the cool features will be shared in the coming weeks… so stay tuned!
Knights Historic 2021-22 Season Comes to a Close
March 26, 2022
Alexandria, MN (Mar 26, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights 2021-22 game season has officially come to a close. Looking back on the past 6…
18U Knights Defend Title as Dixon Cup Champions, 16U Knights Fall Short in Semifinal Shootout
March 1, 2022
Troy, MI (Feb 22, 2022) For more information, contact: Johnny Van Atta, Director of Hockey Operations (615) 830-1113, [email protected] The Northstar Knights traveled to Detroit, Michigan for the much anticipated NAPHL playoffs. The 18U…
Strong Goaltending and High Powered Offense the Recipe for Success at the Knights Showcase
February 2, 2022
After an excellent weekend of hockey at the Northstar Knights Showcase, The Northstar Knights 16U and 18U teams both went a perfect 3-0 this past weekend.
Trio of 18U Knights Make Junior Debuts Over Break
January 10, 2022
The 18U Northstar Knights had 3 players play for their next year’s junior teams over Christmas break.
Northstar Knights Honoring Alexandria Police and Fire Departments with Annual Charity Games
January 5, 2022
Jan 28 – 30 the Northstar Knights will be honoring the Alexandria Police and Fire Departments by hosting our annual charity games, auction and reception for our police officers and fire fighters.
Knights Sending 6 Representatives to NAPHL All-Star Game in Blaine
December 16, 2021
Ahead of their NAPHL Showcase in Blaine, MN this weekend, 6 Northstar Knights players and 1 coach received the invite to play in the NAPHL All-Star game.
Talon Sigurdson, Leading Goal Scorer in NAHL, Commits to Arizona State
December 14, 2021
Northstar Knights Alumni, Talon Sigurdson, has committed to Arizona State University.
Northstar Knights See 9 Players Sign Tenders in NAHL
December 2, 2021
The Northstar Knights had 9 players sign tenders with NAHL organizations so far this season.
3 New Members Added To Northstar Board of Directors
November 4, 2021
NorthStar is announcing the following additions to their board of directors.
16’s Face Tough Competitions, 18’s Offense Continues Its Dominance
November 3, 2021
The Northstar Knights 16U and 18U teams took on the Des Moines Buccaneers over the weekend.
Knights 16U Gaining Traction, 18U Lose First Game of The Season
October 27, 2021
The Northstar Knights faced off against Team North Dakota over the weekend with the 16U team going undefeated and the 18U going 1-1.
16’s Rebound on Sunday, 18’s Remain Undefeated
October 19, 2021
The Northstar Knights played a home-and-home series over the weekend against the Minnesota Blue Army.
Knights Have Strong Showing at Fargo Force Showcase
October 14, 2021
The NorthStar Knights had a great showing this past weekend at the Fargo Force Showcase.
NorthStar Knight’s Alumni, Jacob Stender, Commits to Minnesota State
October 13, 2021
Northstar Christian Academy Alumni, Jakob Stender, has committed to Minnesota State University.
2021-21 Northstar Knights Season Preview Sept. 14th, 2021
September 15, 2021
The Northstar Knights, located at Northstar Christian Academy in Alexandria, MN are entering their 4th season as a program.
Four Knights Drafted in USHL Phase II Draft
May 28, 2021
The Northstar Knights are happy to announce that four players from this year's 18U program were selected in this week's United States Hockey League Phase II Draft.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Hockey Announces Recipient of Inaugural John Olver Character Award
May 24, 2021
NorthStar Academy head coach John Olver was honored by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Knights to host Military Appreciation Game
April 26, 2021
The Northstar Knights would like to announce that they will be hosting their Third Annual Charity Game and Jersey Auction on Saturday, May 8 at 7:30 pm at the Northstar Sports Complex.
Knights Shine in NAPHL Postseason Awards
March 10, 2021
The North American Prospect Hockey League's postseason awards came out this week, and there was no shortage of Northstar Knights.
The Ripple Effect
February 23, 2021
When someone hears the words “ripple effect”, they’re probably inclined to think about the ripples moving out in circles when you drop a rock in the water.
A Powerful Prayer – Northstar Knights win in more ways than one
February 16, 2021
(Frisco, TX) Alexandria's Northstar Knights continue to prove that they are a definite force in 18U hockey on a national scale, but it's what they are doing after the whistle that's drawing even more attention.
Laubach headed to Mankato, third Knight going Division I
February 5, 2021
Reese Laubach committed to Minnesota State University-Mankato after recording 38 points in 30 games.
Former Knights Olson, Albers commit to Liberty
February 4, 2021
The Northstar Knights are happy to announce that 2020 graduates Nate Albers (forward, McKinney, TX) and Truett Olson (forward, Alexandria, MN) have committed to play ACHA D1 ice hockey at Liberty University.
U16 Coach Tim Jackman Shares His Faith Story
November 18, 2020
“He kept talking to me and trying to help me. And before you knew it, I couldn't keep any of my junk in anymore. I didn’t need another coach in my life.
Knight Vision Oct. 2020 | Newsletter
November 12, 2020
Be sure to read the latest edition of Knight Vision for October 2020 and keep up to date on all the happenings with the Northstar Knights! [pdf-embedder url="https://www.northstarknights.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/KnightVisionOct2020-2-1.pdf"…
16U Knights go 3-1 in USHL Fall Classic
November 6, 2020
GREEN BAY, WI - The Northstar Knights 16U team made the trip to the home of the Frozen Tundra of Lambeau Field for the 2020 USHL Fall Classic. Despite their first year as a program, the Knights proved they can run with the big dogs, going 3-1 on the…
Knights U18’s win USHL Fall Classic
November 6, 2020
GREEN BAY, WI - After a hectic week that included game cancellations, schedule changes, and last minute travel adjustments, the Northstar Knights 18U team showed that regardless of the location or opponent, they come ready to play! The team…
Strinden Commits to North Dakota
September 22, 2020
The Northstar Knights are pleased to announce that Ben Strinden (Fargo, ND), Class of 2021, has committed to the University of North Dakota. Strinden, a forward, is the first player in Knights history to commit to an NCAA Division I program.…
Knights Announce 2020-21 U18 Prep Roster
August 28, 2020
The Northstar Christian Academy Knights are pleased to announce their roster for the upcoming 2020-21 season. The Knights return eight players from last year’s Dixon Cup runner-up team, a team that won 50 games and reached number 10 in the country…
Knights Announce Inaugural U16 Roster
August 28, 2020
The Northstar Christian Academy Knights are pleased to announce their roster for the inaugural U16 season. After the success of the Knights program in its first two years, we are looking forward to impacting even more players here at Northstar both…
Four Knights Selected in 2020 NAHL Draft
July 24, 2020
The North American Hockey League held their annual entry draft this week, albeit later than usual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nonetheless, four Northstar Knights were among those selected. The four picked include 2019 graduates Joey Dosan…
Galiardi Joins Knights Coaching Staff
July 17, 2020
Will serve as 18U Associate Head Coach, Associate Hockey Director The Northstar Knights would like to announce the addition of Rylan Galiardi as the Associate Head Coach of the 18U program, as well as the title of Associate Hockey Director. He will…
Two Knights selected in USHL Draft
May 13, 2020
For the first time in program history, two Knights players were selected in the United States Hockey League Phase II Draft this past Tuesday. Forward Ben Strinden (Fargo, ND) was selected in the sixth round, 82nd overall by the Muskegon Lumberjacks,…
18 Knights Named to NAPHL Honor Roll
May 1, 2020
The North American Prospects Hockey League released their postseason honors this week, and the Northstar Knights showed that their success in the classroom matches their success on the ice. 18 Knights were named to the NAPHL Honor Roll for meeting…
Northstar Knights Hockey to Host Jersey Auction to Support LifeRight Outreach
March 6, 2020
Rick Randazzo FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 3/4/20 Northstar Knights Hockey 443-404-1747 [email protected] Northstar Knights Hockey to Host Jersey Auction to Support LifeRight Outreach Fundraiser Featuring Limited Edition “Jesus Jerseys” Alexandria, MN:…
Knights fall in Dixon Cup Championship
February 18, 2020
Knights fall in Dixon Cup Championship The Northstar Knighs traveled to Troy, Michigan over the long weekend to compete for the NAPHL Dixon Cup Championship. After going undefeated through the semifinals, the Knights fell to Meijer AAA in the final…
Knights Announce Schedule Change for March 20-21 Weekend
January 15, 2020
The Northstar Knights would like to announce a schedule change for their final weekend series of the 2019-20 season. WAS: March 20, 7:00 p.m. vs. Shattuck St. Mary’s U18 AAA - Faribault, MN March 21, 7:00 p.m. vs. Shattuck St. Mary’s U18…
Knights jump to top-ten ranking for first time in team history
January 15, 2020
In the latest MyHockey Rankings for the week of Jan.15, the Northstar Knights have secured the position as the #10 U18 Tier I AAA team in the United States. This is the first time in program history that the Knights have cracked the top ten. The…
Knights Sweep CarShield to kick off 2020
January 15, 2020
The Northstar Knights started the second half of the season the same way they started the first half, a sweep over CarShield AAA. The Knights traveled to St. Louis to secure a 5-1 and 5-2 win. Saturday afternoon's game got off to a rough but solid…
Knights to add U15/U16 high school team for 2020-21 season
January 15, 2020
Northstar Christian Academy has officially announced that they will be fielding a U15/U16 high school team for the upcoming 2020-2021 season. With the rapid success of their now two year old prep team, the Knights are looking forward to building…
Knights sweep Power going into break
November 26, 2019
The Northstar Knights started off their Thanksgiving break on a high note with two wins over the Sioux Falls Power. Saturday's game yielded a score of 3-1, as did Sunday's game. The first game of the series was scoreless all throughout the first…
The Junior Hockey Podcast: A Leap of Faith Led to Top-Level Hockey Program
November 13, 2019
Northstar Christian Academy Hockey Director Rick Randazzo was recently featured in an article for The Junior Hockey Podcast, "A Leap of Faith Led to Top-Level Hockey Program." Randazzo talks about the formation of FCA Hockey, the 50 States 50 Cities…
Knights split with Rink Hockey Academy in Weekend Series
November 12, 2019
Bemidji, MN/Grand Forks, ND - The Northstar Knights traveled this weekend for a pair of neutral site games against the Rink Hockey Academy from Winnipeg. After falling to RHA on Saturday, the Knights rebounded Sunday for a weekend split. Saturday's…
Knights take two against Des Moines, Jump to 25-0
November 7, 2019
ALEXANDRIA - The Northstar Knights Hockey Team continued their winning streak after a weekend homestand. With the Des Moines Buccaneers AAA in town, the Knights captured both games to get their record to a sparkling 25-0. Saturday night's game Got…
NAPHL moves Northstar Christian Academy to Tier I Conference
October 29, 2019
NAPHL moves Northstar Christian Academy to Tier I Conference Last year’s Prep Division Champions to join 18U Tier I Conference effective immediately Contact: Alex Kyrias Director of Communications, Sales and Marketing (469) 252-3800…
Knights Sweep Lancer Showcase, Improve Record to 23-0
October 29, 2019
The Northstar Knights continued their fantastic start to the season with another weekend sweep. The Knights traveled down to Omaha, Nebraska for the Lancer showcase and emerged 4-0 on the weekend. Friday's game pitted the Knights against the…
3 on 3 Hockey Camp
April 5, 2019
NorthStar is offering a 3 on 3 hockey camp this summer. The camp will run June 17 - August 8. Times, costs and more detailed information will be sent out Friday, April 12. The camp will conclude with a pizza party and fun activities on the indoor…
Knights Win 40 th and 41 st Games of the season
March 19, 2019
Knights as the team swept Shattuck St. Mary’s U18 AAA team this past week-end… winning our 40 and 41st games of the season…. Knights Win 40 th and 41 st Games of the season ALEXANDRIA, Minn. (March 19, 2019) – The NorthStar Christian Academy Knights…
Charity Hockey Jersey Auction Alexandria, MN.
February 14, 2019
For Immediate Release The NorthStar Knights are pleased to announce a charity Hockey Jersey Auction when they host the Pacific Hockey Academy on Sun Feb 17 at 3:00pm and Mon Feb 18at 10:00am in Alexandria, MN. All proceeds of this Auction…
News post from the Rink Live
February 8, 2019
News post from the Rink Live... https://www.therinklive.com/video/a-new-minnesota-prep-hockey-school-is-dominating-the-competition-this-is-their-story/ excerpt: ALEXANDRIA, Minn. — In the heart of central Minnesota, a faith-based prep hockey…
Knights Win Inaugural NAPHL Prep Championship
January 22, 2019
The Northstar Christian Academy Knights won all 5 games at the NAPHL Prep Championship in Troy Michigan over the weekend to secure the 1st ever NAPHL Prep Championship. The Knights won all 8 regular season games and then 5 additional playoff games…
Knights Anderson recognized by NAPHL as top Defenseman after strong Showcase
January 7, 2019
Knights Junior Defenseman Luke Anderson broke out in December, doubling his previous three total points in league play in his first action this month and logging three straight multi-point showings along the way. The Northstar Knights continued to…
Knights Sweep Shattuck St. Mary’s U18 AAA Team
December 18, 2018
The Northstar Knights won their 20th and 21st games of the season this weekend as they sweep the AAA U 18 Shattuck St. Mary’s team in Faribault, MN. The wins extended the Knights unbeaten streak to 18 games, going 15-0-3. Game 1…
Winning the ProStock Prep Tournament in Chicago!
December 10, 2018
Knights Win Prestigious ProStock Prep Invitational defeating Loyola Academy 4-0 in Final. Knights Undefeated in last 16 games (13-0-3) The first game of the tournament was a good test for the Knights as they faced off against the Saint Viator…
MN Hockey Magazine Features Northstar Knights…
December 10, 2018
Check out the recent article in the Minnesota Hockey Magazine on the Northstar Sports Complex and the Knights program. Amazing to see how the Lord has moved to open up the doors for this team to perform this year. …
Knights Roll in Blaine, Win all 4 Games
December 4, 2018
The Northstar Knights extended their unbeaten streak to 10 games (9 wins and 1 tie) by sweeping all 4 games this past weekend at the NAPHL Showcase in Blaine, MN. The Knights continued their dominance in league play, winning all 3 NAHL Prep…
League Honors for Richards
November 19, 2018
18U Prep Apex Peak Performer (Offense) – Jens Richards, Northstar Academy No Prep skater found twine more than Richards in October, as the Detroit Lakes, MN native potted five tallies in four games to go along with three assists as he put up points…