Portland Winterhawks honorary staff member captures the team's heart

From organizing team uniforms to singing the national anthem, Ben Scherling has worked his way into players’ hearts this season.

PORTLAND, Oregon — On Friday the Portland Winterhawks kick off their post season after clinching their 12th consecutive WHL playoff berth. Perhaps no one is more excited about that than 17-year-old Ben Scherling, an honorary Winterhawks staff member.

“Go Winterhawks!” shouted Ben, during a recent practice at the Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Twice a month, Ben — who was born with Down syndrome — helps out in the equipment room assisting head equipment Manager Clayton Johns. Together, they launder, hang hockey uniforms, collect and organize

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