The state of hockey

Minnesota is called The State of Hockey, and it is never more apparent than during the second week of March when the boys High School State Hockey Tournament takes place in Xcel Energy Arena where the Minnesota Wild of the NHL play their games. I can't imagine how those high school kids feel when they get to skate in front of 20,000 fans in that spectacular arena. The tournament showcases many players who will go on to play college and pro hockey. It is four days of excitement and all the games are televised locally. It is an amazing spectacle.