BUILT FOR THE GRIND AMBASSADOR TEAM

More Than a Brand. A Team.

The Built for the Grind Ambassador Team is made up of players who live that mindset every day. They're passionate about growing the game, supporting their teammates, and representing Grit n Grip both on and off the ice.

Whether you're competing at the youth, high school, junior, collegiate, or adult level, we're looking for people who embody what our name stands for: grit, dedication, and love for the game. Think you've got what it takes? We'd love to hear from you.

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MEET THE TEAM

EDVIN BERZINS

Edvin is from Naujene, Latvia, and he started playing hockey when he was just 4 years old.

Growing up, he spent his entire childhood playing for HK Dinaburga in Daugavpils, where he developed his passion for the game and built the foundation of his career.

At 16 years old, he moved away from home to Latvia’s capital, Riga, to compete for HS Riga. It was a major step forward that challenged him both as a player and as a person.

After that season, he had the honor of representing his country at the 2024 IIHF U18 Men’s World Championship, wearing the Latvian jersey on the international stage.

Following the tournament, he continued his hockey journey by moving to Czechia, where he played for Slavia Praha and gained valuable experience competing at another high level of European hockey.

For the 2025–26 season, he made the decision to come to North America and join the Watertown Shamrocks of the NAHL. "It has been one of the best decisions I’ve made, and I’m excited for everything that lies ahead," says Berzins.