The Minnesota Wild along with the NHL and NHLPA and partners Minnesota Hockey, CCM, Total Hockey and Hy-Vee announced today that former Wild defenseman Keith Ballard will join the organization as Learn to Play Local Manager to lead the Little Wild Learn-to-Play Program. Ballard assumes his new role just ahead of the 2016 Little Wild season that begins on Sept. 6 with 960 registered skaters.
“We are thrilled to have Keith on board to shepherd the Little Wild Learn-to-Play Program,” said Minnesota Wild Chief Operating Officer Matt Majka. “On and off the ice, Keith has demonstrated incredible character and passion for the game at all levels.