Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Rob Thorsen across Hockey.
Following the death of his son Hayden, Rob Thorsen created the Shoulder Check Showcase, a project that uses hockey culture to prompt people to look out for one another.
The Shoulder Check Showcase will gather professional hockey players in Fairfield on July 30, continuing a mission started by Rob Thorsen after the loss of his son Hayden. The event uses a simple on‑ice ritual to foster connection and raise awareness for mental wellness.
The fourth annual Shoulder Check Hockey Showcase moves to Sacred Heart University’s Martire Family Arena in Fairfield, bringing NHL players and community members together to promote mental health awareness.