'Mature beyond his years': Sturdy BSU freshman defenseman Whitecloud embraces Native heritage

BEMIDJI—When Zach Whitecloud was going through his college commitment process, he wasn't aware of the Bemidji area's large Native American population or influence.

The 6-foot-3 freshman defensemen did know about the hockey at Bemidji State, though.

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