PHOTOS: Rush host annual Military Appreciation Night game
Rush hosted their Military Appreciation Night game Saturday, honoring Vietnam veterans, having National Guard members take oaths and wearing special jerseys with callsigns from the 34th and 37th bomb squadrons.
Rush goalie Adam Carlson skates out during the announcement of the Rush's starting lineup.
South Dakota Service Dogs, a nonprofit organization that connects veterans with needed service animals, was honored at Saturday's Military Appreciation Night.
Seven members of the National Guard take their oath on the ice during the Rush's annual Military Appreciation Night Saturday, April 1.
Vietnam veterans shake hands while being honored during the Rush's annual Military Appreciation Night Saturday, April 1.
A group of Vietnam veterans were honored during intermission at the Rush game versus Allen on Saturday, April 1.
Rush fans bang on the glass during Saturday's game.
The Rush celebrate after scoring a goal against Allen on Saturday, April 1.
Alex Aleardi still manages to move the puck after being knocked to the ice during the game against Allen on Saturday, April 1.
Zach Court slams into an Allen player during Saturday's Military Appreciation Night game.
Matt Marcinew faces off for the Rush on Saturday, April 1.
The Rush fight for control of the puck during Saturday's game.
Rush mascot Nugget high-fives fans through the glass during intermission on Saturday, April 1.
Members of the National Guard throw t-shirts from a humvee during intermission on Saturday for the Rush's annual Military Appreciation Night.
Jon Martin celebrates with the team after scoring a goal against Allen on Saturday, April 1.
Adam Carlson narrowly misses a puck during Saturday's game against Allen.
Darsha Dodge
City Editor, Staff Photographer
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