see WHAT THEY’RE SAYING about shoulder check
in the press
See what GMA has to say about Shoulder Check
“Shoulder Check initiative encourages culture of mental health check ins"See what CBS NEWS
has to say about Shoulder Check
“Connecticut dad makes sure son's hockey legacy lives on, with help of NHL players”See what NBC NEWS
has to say about Shoulder Check
“It's a movement of kindness and compassion — a shoulder check."See what The Washington Post has to say about Shoulder Check
“A local hockey rivalry takes a back seat to mental health awareness ”See what NBC CONNECTICUT
has to say about Shoulder Check
"Shoulder Check - an organization aimed at creating empathy among young athletes"See what GOOD MORNING AMERICA has to say about Shoulder Check
"Thursday is the beginning of a new year for the program and the chance for thousands to make the pledge."See what NHL NETWORK has to say about Shoulder Check
"We might not always know who needs a hand, but we all have a hand to give"Watch our interview on the NHL NETWORK
"It's super special to get all these NHL guys out here for something that's bigger than hockey."Watch what the NY RANGERS have to say about Shoulder Check
“A tragedy births The Shoulder Check, a movement for mental health with help from
NHL friends”See what The Athletic
has to say about Shoulder Check
See what NHL has to say about Shoulder Check
“NHL players take part in 1st Shoulder Check Showcase”
“Sarah Thompson launches mental health awareness initiative honoring her son with help from Droga5"See what AdAge has to say about Shoulder Check
"Longtime rivals Darien and New Canaan meet in championship following remarkable off-field collaboration”See what News 12 has to say
about Shoulder Check
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“NHL stars come to Stamford for Shoulder Check Showcase”"‘Shoulder Check’ organization raises money in memory of Darien teen who died by suicide"See what News 12 has to say about Shoulder Check
"NHL stars skate in Shoulder Check Showcase to honor Darien's Hayden Thorsen”See what the Stamford Advocate has to say
about Shoulder Check
More articles and stories
Darien Times | Stamford hockey tournament honoring Darien teen’s legacy features NHL pros and high school athletes
Darien Times | NHL stars skate in Shoulder Check Showcase to honor Darien's Hayden Thorsen
News12 | NHL players participate in Stamford fundraiser raising awareness for suicide prevention
NBC CT | Shoulder Check Showcase honors Darien teen
NBC CT | Shoulder Check held in Stamford to honor Darien teen
podcasts featuring shoulder check
Charity Matters | “What began as a nod to the game has become a beautiful legacy of connection and care. Shoulder Check is about more than hockey…..it’s a mission and a movement about reaching out, checking in, and making contact with those around us.”
Normalize It Forward | “In a world where genuine connection can feel scarce, understanding the power of empathy and vulnerability becomes essential for mental health and wellness.
In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative work of the Shoulder Check Initiative with founder Rob Thorsen, who shares the deeply personal story behind its inception and its mission to encourage authentic human connection.”