In Support of Cole Ruwe
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In October 2025, Cole was diagnosed with ALS after what first seemed like minor symptoms — pain in his left elbow and hand, along with weakness and tingling that doctors initially believed could be a pinched nerve.
Searching for answers, Cole traveled to the Mayo Clinic, believing the symptoms might be related to past hockey injuries. Instead, further testing revealed something more serious — ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis).
Coming from a family with a medical background, Cole understood the weight of this diagnosis from the very beginning. We know this is a journey, and we know that insurance does not cover many of the treatments, therapies, equipment and supports that help someone with ALS remain as independent, mobile and healthy as possible.
This is not a battle anyone should fight alone.
Cole has always been a fighter. As a blueliner on the ice, he stood strong for his team. Now, we are asking you to consider standing strong with Cole. While he’s built for the fight, even the strongest defenseman needs a team behind him.
We will be his team.
We invite you to:
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Follow this page for updates on Cole’s journey.
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Pray for strength and peace for Cole, Sullivan and his family.
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Share his story so others can join the team.
- If you’d like to support, you can do so here.
All donations will go directly toward helping Cole access the care, equipment, home modifications, therapies, and daily support needed to navigate life with ALS. Funds will also help provide long-term stability and support for his son, Sullivan- ensuring his future remains secure and supported.
Let’s rally around him.
Let’s show up.
Let’s build the strongest team possible.
Thank you for your support!
#TheBlueliner2Team
Join us for a Benefit supporting Cole in Pekin, IL on 8/29/2026:
Registration links and ticket information can be found below:
Golf Registration: PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR TEAMS BY 7/27/2026!
Dueling Pianos Tickets: VIP TABLES/GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS AVAILABLE!
Event T-Shirt Sign Up: **OPTIONAL, PICK UP AT ANYTIME AFTER 9 AM THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
Dueling Pianos Tickets: VIP TABLES/GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS AVAILABLE!
Event T-Shirt Sign Up: **OPTIONAL, PICK UP AT ANYTIME AFTER 9 AM THE DAY OF THE EVENT!
Questions?!: Email us at [email protected]
Updates
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Jul 15, 2026
Prayer Requests & Event Reminders!
As we get closer to Cole’s next ALS Clinic appointment, we’d be so ...
Jul 09, 2026
Dancing, Dueling Pianos and Deadlines
“Will there be dancing?”The answer is… HECK YES.Let’s be honest… no...
Jul 06, 2026
Happy 4th of July, from the Ruwe Family!
We hope everyone had a wonderful Fourth of July filled with family,...
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