One of the two teenagers killed in a head-on crash in Chisago City early Saturday morning has been identified as 15-year-old Jax Affolter — a beloved member of the Chisago Lakes hockey community.

Affolter was identified by the Chisago Lakes Hockey Association, which is asking the State of Hockey to put sticks out and leave a light on to honor Affolter.

"Jax was a much loved son, brother, friend and teammate," the association said in a Facebook post.

"Today, we as a hockey family mourn the loss of Jax, and stand committed to being there to support his family. His brother is a current Wildcat in our Mite program," the association said while providing a link to a Meal Train account to support Jax's family.

The crash was reported shortly before 2 a.m. Saturday at Stacy Trail and Ivywood Tr

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