3View: Willmar WarHawks

The 3View video series will feature an in-depth look into all NA3HL teams in preparation for the 2024-25 season, with one team being highlighted daily, leading all the way up until the start of the regular season on September 6th. 3View will include interviews with each team’s head coach, as they provide fans with their expectations and outlook for the 2024-25 season. 

Willmar WarHawks

Head Coach: Payton Ruter (Going on 2nd season)

2023-24 season record: 16-28-2-1 (5th in West Division)

2023-24 leading scorer: Tyler Misialek (42 points)

2024 Playoffs: N/A

2024-25 Division: West Division 

As a Minnesota native, Willmar WarHawk’s Head Coach Payton Ruter takes great pride in building the WarHawks organization and giving back to the players by helping them achieve their goals. Ruter is all about his players putting forth their best effort outside of just the regularly scheduled practices and games, proving why they deserve opportunities at the next level. With 9 players moving onto higher levels, the WarHawks are determined to continue this trend and continue to develop their players. 

Next up: Wisconsin Woodsmen