Fargo North and South Players Build Unity on Ice
FARGO — When Fargo North defenseman Holden Erbele walked the halls of Fargo South wearing his Spartans hockey shirt, he didn’t think much of it. Despite being a North student, Erbele takes some classes at South due to a shared academic program. For him and his teammates, school boundaries mean less now that the hockey team includes players from both schools.
A Unified Spartan Team
This season, Fargo North’s boys hockey roster features a handful of skaters from Fargo South. The co-op agreement, which began ahead of the current season, came after years of discussion about declining numbers in high school hockey programs across the area. Both schools had independently strong traditions, but combining them has strengthened the Spartans’ competitiveness and depth.
Coach Nick Kuipers said the change has been seamless:
“The kids just want to play hockey. That’s the best part — they don’t care what school the others go to.”
Shared Goals Drive Success
The integration has helped the Spartans jump to a strong start this winter. With contributions from both sides of town, the team’s chemistry on the ice has been immediate. Players often mention how practices feel more intense and competitive thanks to the larger roster.
Erbele said,
“It’s not a big deal. Once we’re on the ice, we’re all wearing the same jerseys.”
Building for the Future
The partnership could become a model for other programs struggling with enrollment. For Fargo North-South, the results are already evident: more players, stronger line combinations, and renewed excitement surrounding prep hockey in the city.
“We’re building something that’ll last,” added Kuipers. “The name on the front of the jersey matters more than anything else.”
Author’s summary: Fargo North and Fargo South have successfully united their boys hockey programs, strengthening teamwork, talent depth, and community enthusiasm for the sport.
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