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Brainerd Warriors cap off perfect adapted floor hockey season
Freshman Josh Pence scores hat trick in regular-season finale to lead Warriors to 12-1 victory
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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The Brainerd Warriors adapted floor hockey team capped off a perfect regular season with a 12-1 rout of the Maple Grove Crimson on Wednesday, February 11th. Freshman Josh Pence led the way with a hat trick in the first period, finishing the season tied for the team lead with 20 goals.
Why it matters
The Warriors' undefeated regular season is a remarkable accomplishment in the highly competitive adapted floor hockey league. The team's success highlights the growth and popularity of the sport, which provides opportunities for students with physical and cognitive disabilities to participate in team athletics.
The details
Pence, who entered the game second on the team with 16 goals, scored three times in the first period to ignite the Warriors' offensive onslaught. The 12-1 victory completed a perfect 12-0 regular season for Brainerd, who will now look to carry their momentum into the postseason tournament.
- The regular-season finale was played on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
- Pence finished the regular season tied for the team lead with 20 goals.
The players
Josh Pence
A freshman on the Brainerd Warriors adapted floor hockey team who scored a hat trick in the regular-season finale to finish the year tied for the team lead with 20 goals.
Brainerd Warriors
The adapted floor hockey team from Brainerd, Minnesota that completed a perfect 12-0 regular season with a 12-1 victory over the Maple Grove Crimson.
What’s next
The Warriors will now look to carry their momentum into the postseason tournament, where they will aim to cap off their perfect season with a championship.
The takeaway
The Brainerd Warriors' undefeated regular season is a testament to the growth and popularity of adapted floor hockey, providing opportunities for students with disabilities to participate in team sports and achieve remarkable success.
