Nolan Roed, a senior at White Bear Lake, had a challenging experience transitioning to the United States Hockey League (USHL) last fall. Despite posting six goals and seven assists in 16 games with the Tri City Storm, Roed described the shift from high school to USHL as the toughest jump in his career. He emphasized the increased emphasis on physicality and toughness in the USHL, stating that winning every battle is crucial for success.