The New Hampshire Legends of Hockey are thrilled to announce their Keynote Speaker for their upcoming Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will be Andy Brickley.

Brickley’s path to professional hockey began at the University of New Hampshire, where he arrived as an unrecruited walk‑on determined to prove he could play Division I hockey. His breakthrough came quickly—earning ice time as a freshman, posting a standout performance against Air Force, and ultimately becoming an All‑American and Hobey Baker finalist. Brickley played three seasons for Charlie Holt and was drafted with the final pick in the 1980 NHL Draft by the Philadelphia Flyers, a moment he often recalls with humor: “If I was picked one pick later, I would have been #1 overall.” His rise from UNH walk‑on to NHL draft pick remains one of the program’s great success stories.

Brickley went on to enjoy an 11‑year NHL career, including four seasons with the Boston Bruins—fulfilling the childhood dream he carried growing up in Melrose. “I dreamed about playing in the NHL. I dreamed about playing for the Boston Bruins,” he said. His time in Boston cemented his reputation as a smart, reliable forward whose competitiveness and hockey IQ made him a valuable part of the organization. Brickley’s professional journey extended well beyond his playing days, becoming one of the most recognizable modern voices associated with the Bruins.

Since 1996, Brickley has served as NESN’s longtime color analyst, evolving into one of the most respected broadcasters in the league. His partnership with Jack Edwards became a defining element of Bruins coverage for nearly two decades, known for its energy, unpredictability, and deep connection with fans. Brickley’s ability to blend sharp analysis with authentic passion for the franchise he once represented on the ice has made him a beloved figure across New England. Today, his voice remains synonymous with Bruins hockey, and his career—spanning UNH, the NHL, and nearly 30 years behind the microphone—stands as one of the sport’s most unique and enduring success stories.

Bauer returns as the Presenting Sponsor of the Twenty‑Fourth Induction Ceremony on November 1, held for the fifteenth year at the Grappone Conference Center at the Courtyard by Marriott in Concord, New Hampshire. Doors open at 10:45 a.m., followed by the 11:30 a.m. Social Hour sponsored by NH Distributors. The Induction Luncheon begins at 12:30 p.m. with Master of Ceremonies Ken Cail and is proudly sponsored by nucar Family of Dealerships.

Tickets are available through October 23. Click here to purchase tickets.

Those interested in supporting this year’s ceremony through sponsorship may contact Jim Hayes. To review available sponsorship opportunities, Click Here.

The New Hampshire Legends of Hockey is proud to announce the Class of 2026 who will be recognized and inducted into Hall of Fame on November 1, 2026. This year, five individuals will be honored in three categories: Joe Andrews – Official; Sandy Smith – Media; Coaches Judy Parish Oberting, Martin J. Myers and Sean Tremblay.

In addition to enshrining our five inductees, the Legends will honor the hockey history of the Dover High School Hockey program which dates back to the 1934-35 season.

The Hall of Fame Induction luncheon tickets will be available to the general public on September 1st. Click here to purchase tickets.

Joe Andrews – Official
Joe grew up in Concord and began officiating youth games at age 11 and continued through high school and college while attending the University of Southern Maine. Andrews was selected to join NIHOA in Maine and was selected to the staff of ECAC Division 3 the following season. In 1993, he began officiating professional hockey for Roller Hockey International, and that same year, was selected to the staff of the American Hockey League as a linesman. In 2001, he was asked to join the staff of Hockey East. Andrew’s AHL highlights include working the 2013 AHL All-Star Game, along with multiple Calder Cup Playoff appearances, three NCAA Frozen Fours and several Hockey East Championships. For nearly 35 years, Joe was an integral component of the game who controlled the play and kept the peace until his final game in 2015 between the Portland Pirates and the Providence Bruins at Cross Insurance Arena.

Sandy Smith – Media
Sandy is a Concord native noted as one of the strongest media supporters of the game of Hockey in New Hampshire. She worked for the Concord Monitor from 1988 until 2016. In 1992, she chronicled the Concord High boys’ team’s run to the state title. The following season, Tara Mounsey emerged on the national stage. Sandy was there, lending strong media support for women’s hockey in its formative years, before following America’s best while covering Team USA at the 1998 Olympic Games in Nagano, Japan and the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City. Her award-winning coverage highlighted Mounsey’s exploits, along with those of fellow Granite Staters Katie King Crowley and Tricia Dunn Luoma and the entire team. Sandy’s coverage of the Olympic team was a major reason why the squad opened their inaugural pre-Olympic tour in Concord. Sandy was the women’s hockey writer for USA Hockey Magazine and other hockey publications.

Judy Parish Oberting – Coach

Judy Parish Oberting was honored with the American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA) Women’s Ice Hockey Founders Award in 2003. This prestigious award recognizes a member of the hockey community or college coaching profession who has contributed to the overall growth and development of the sport of women’s ice hockey in the United States through their enthusiasm, passion and selflessness. Judy served as Dartmouth’s head coach from the 1998-99 season through the 2002-03 campaign, leading her teams to a 114-40-8 record, which included four-straight seasons of 20 or more victories. Parish Oberting’s impact helped Dartmouth capture ECAC Hockey titles in 2001 and 2003, along with Ivy League championships in 2001 and 2002. Her 2002-03 team won a program-record 27 games and finished third at the NCAA Tournament. Parish Oberting was honored as the national women’s coach of the year following the 1999-2000 season and was a finalist for the award following Dartmouth’s run to the Frozen Four in 2002-03.

Martin J. Myers – Coach
Marty’s impressive overall record of 200-51-6 with the Bedford High School boy’s hockey team included nine playoff appearances, eight trips competing for the State Title and seven championships. Myers had moved on from the Manchester Flames organization to coach Bedford, where he remained at the helm from 2009-2021. Consecutive D II State Titles came in 2012, 2013 and 2014, beating Dover, Merrimack and Bow respectively. After moving on to D I, Marty won his fourth State Title in 2016, this time against Bishop Guertin. The following season, Bedford shutout Concord 7-0, then lost to Hanover in 2018 by a score of 2-1. In 2019, Bedford blanked Trinity 7-0. In the shortened 2020 season, Bedford and Concord were declared Co-Champions.

Sean Tremblay – Coach (Pictured above with NH Monarchs alums Trevor van Riemsdyk, Brian Flynn, and Brian Dumoulin)
Sean Tremblay has advanced the hockey careers of many players in New Hampshire. Those who’ve skated with the Jr. Monarchs, Granite State Stars and Exeter Snow Devils are beneficiaries of a coaching philosophy that emphasizes long-term player development and who are products of programs built on structure, accountability, and readiness for advancement. Sean’s teams have captured their share of league and national championship titles and his influence as a coach, mentor and leader has been a key factor in players’ progression to elite levels of hockey. Many have gone on to play professional hockey or have excelled in NCAA Division I collegiate programs. Sean has contributed significantly to the New Hampshire Amateur Hockey Association, the governing body for amateur hockey in the state. For more than ten years, he has volunteered as a representative, supporting the development and governance of amateur hockey throughout New Hampshire.