Triston Grant back with Griffins

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Published on Friday, January 15, 2016

File photo property of the Grand Rapids Griffins. Neepawa’s Triston Grant recently returned to the Grand Rapids Griffins roster. 

Submitted by Brian Kerkowich

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Glory days, we all have them. For Grand Rapids Griffins forward Triston Grant, one of his most recent days of glory just happened to be in front of a crowd who could appreciate the moment just as much as he did.

The 31-year-old left winger, who was born in Neepawa, returned to the ice on Sunday, Jan. 3, as Grand Rapids travelled to the MTS Centre in Winnipeg to play the Manitoba Moose.  This game likely had a special significance for Grant, as it was just his fourth appearance in the line-up this season for Grand Rapids, as he slowly returns to form from an off-season mountain bike injury, which left him with a broken neck.

A large contingent of supporters for the Neepawa Natives alumni attended the Jan. 3 matchup to cheer on Grant, as he continues to pursue his pro career. The atmosphere was amazing, especially for the young family crowd. Among the local fans in attendance were Dr. Hallie Moffat, daughter of Bruce and Wendy Menzies, her husband Dr. Dana Moffatt and their daughters.

As for the game itself, Grand Rapids was simply too much for the Manitoba Moose, earning a 4-1 victory over the home side. Grant played throughout the first and second period, but was limited in the final period due to a lower body injury. Despite the bumps and bruises from his gradual return to form, Grant was excited about returning to Manitoba and playing in front of friends and family.