Key Takeaways
- Natalia Moore, a talented 12-year-old hockey player known for her vibrant spirit and skill with Fox Motors Hockey Club and previously the Wyandotte Warriors, passed away unexpectedly on January 26, 2025.
- The hockey community has united in tribute to the #sticksoutforNatalia movement, encouraging people to place hockey sticks outside their doors in her memory.
- A memorial balloon release is planned for January 30 at Yack Arena in Wyandotte, Michigan, bringing together family, teammates, and community members to honor her memory.
The hockey world is mourning the devastating loss of Natalia Moore, a gifted 12-year-old hockey player.
On January 26, 2025, Natalia’s unexpected passing was announced, leaving her family, friends, and the hockey community heartbroken.
A Promising Talent Taken Too Soon
Natalia, who played Tier 1 AAA hockey and later for the 12U Girls Tier 2 team with Fox Motors, was celebrated for her lively and spirited personality.
Known for wearing jersey numbers 44 and 26, she was a shining star on and off the ice.
Natalia began her hockey journey with the Wyandotte Warriors and quickly became a standout player.
In a heartfelt statement, the Fox Motors Hockey Club shared:
“Natalia was a very lively, spirited, and gifted young athlete who will be deeply missed. She was a great teammate and enjoyed playing forward. Our hearts are with her family, friends, and teammates during this heartbreaking time.”
A Community United In Tribute
The hockey community has rallied to honor Natalia’s memory with the hashtag #sticksoutforNatalia, encouraging people to leave hockey sticks outside their doors as a tribute.
Social media has been flooded with images of sticks adorned with her jersey numbers, accompanied by heartfelt messages.
On January 30, a balloon release will be held at the Yack Arena in Wyandotte, Michigan, allowing loved ones, teammates, and community members to come together in remembrance.
Messages Of Condolence And Support
Tributes have poured in from across the hockey world and beyond.
One person wrote,
“I do not know Natalia or her family but my heart absolutely is in pieces. 💔
Via Facebook
Taylor told me about a girl who was in her grade and played hockey. She said how tough she thought the girl must be to play such a sport. (She mentioned this while we were at a Griffins game just the other weekend).
I cannot fathom what her family is going through. My own heart is seriously just aching for them all.
Bullying has no place in this world. 💔 A beautiful child gone far too soon.”
Another said,
“Our family along with Plymouth Lady Flyers send our condolences to Natalia Moore’s family and our Fox motor family.”
Via Facebook
The third one added,
“It is with heavy heart and deep sadness that we have to share the horrific news of the unexpected passing of former Wyandotte Warrior, Natalia Moore. Natalia started her amazing hockey career as Warrior and went on to play Girls with Fox Motors. Natalia was a very lively, spirited and gifted young athlete that will be so very much missed.
Via Facebook
Natalia wore numbers 44 and 26. If you’d like to put your sticks out in honor of Natalia, please feel free to do so and share a picture.
Natalia, you will forever be in our hearts. “
