Hudson Crusaders

With the advancement of our players being our top priority, the Hudson Crusaders have moved on the most players in our 3 years of being a member of the MNJHL.  In just 3 years we have moved on 24 players to a higher level of hockey with more commitments being finalized.

During my career with the Hudson Crusaders, I developed the skills needed to take my life to the next level. I gained the experience of being on my own with still having the security of others around to offer support. The Crusader organization, the families who offer their homes to young men, and the community of Hudson all work well together to make the hockey players feel at home. Hudson is a growing town that has most of what anyone could need. I found many activities to do with teammates during my stay. The Team gives players ample free time during the day to let the players decide how to spend their time. Some players go to school, even if it’s just for a few credits, and others get local jobs to stay busy. The crusaders have a great facility with a wonderful staff. Almost every time we wanted to skate during the day, someone was there to let us. Other teams don’t have that privilege. The coaching staff offers their own experiences about the league and life. All coaches played Junior hockey at one point in time and do a great job of guiding new players through the long season. The host families in Hudson were better than I could of imagined. Even families that I visited were kind and welcoming. You really feel like part of the family, but also they respect your individuality. Being able to be away from my family for months at a time got me ready for college. Not only did my hockey skills develop, but my social skills as well. The Hudson Crusaders was a choice I made when I had the option of playing hockey. Even with other teams asking for my commitment during the off season, Hudson was my home and I felt like it was the best fit for me.

-Kyle Romanchuk 07-09

Having broken my leg at the end of my senior year of highschool, the coaching staff of the Hudson Crusaders helped me develop the rest of my game, stick handling vision and shooting, while my leg healed. They are wonderful coaches and have helped be get to where i am today. They've made so many calls to NAHL and college coaches and continue to give advice long after I've left the team. Overall, my junior hockey experience couldn't have been better. I was put with a wonderful family who i am still very close to and have kept in touch often. I suggest this team and coaching staff to whomever is coming out of high school and looking to sharpen their skills for the next level.

-Sean Stewart 08-09