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Breaking News About Keynote Speaker
Sophia Jurksztowicz Named Keynote Speaker for 2025 NH Legends of Hockey Induction Ceremony
Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Legends of Hockey is pleased to announce that Sophia Jurksztowicz, renowned NESN personality and team reporter for the Boston Bruins, will serve as the Keynote Speaker at this year’s Induction Ceremony on Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Sophia steps in following a scheduling change for Zdeno Chara, who is no longer able to attend due to his new position with the Boston Bruins. While we are disappointed that Zdeno will not be joining us this year, we are thrilled and honored to welcome Sophia. Her work covering the Bruins and her strong connection to the hockey community make her a perfect fit for this celebration of New Hampshire’s hockey heritage.
As we approach our goal of 300 attendees, we are excited to announce that ticket sales have been extended until Friday, October 17th to accommodate additional interest.
If you haven’t secured your spot yet, CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets.
We look forward to seeing you for what promises to be a memorable afternoon honoring the Class of 2025 and the rich legacy of hockey in the Granite State.
Zdeno Chara named Keynote Speaker
Zdeno Chara to Serve as Keynote Speaker at New Hampshire Legends of Hockey Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
IMPORTANT UPDATE ABOUTA KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Manchester, NH – The New Hampshire Legends of Hockey is proud to announce that former Boston Bruins captain and Hockey Hall of Famer Zdeno Chara will serve as the keynote speaker at the organization’s 23rd Annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Grappone Conference Center in Concord, NH. Our keynote speaker is sponsored by New Hampshire Amateur Hockey Association.
Chara, one of the most respected defensemen in National Hockey League history, enjoyed a remarkable 24-year professional career. Standing at 6-foot-9, he remains the tallest player ever to skate in the NHL. Best known for his 14 seasons with the Boston Bruins, Chara captained the team to the 2011 Stanley Cup Championship, the franchise’s first in nearly 40 years. Over his career, he was named to six NHL All-Star Games, won the Norris Trophy in 2009 as the league’s best defenseman, and was awarded the Mark Messier Leadership Award in 2011. In 2023, he was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame.
The New Hampshire Legends of Hockey, a nonprofit organization established in 2001, is dedicated to preserving the state’s rich ice hockey history and honoring those who have made significant contributions to the game. Each fall, the organization inducts a new class into its Hall of Fame while also celebrating the sport’s impact across the Granite State.
“We are thrilled to welcome Zdeno Chara as our keynote speaker,” said Jim Hayes, Executive Director of the New Hampshire Legends of Hockey. “His leadership, commitment, and passion for the game embody the values our Hall of Fame celebrates, and his presence will make this year’s ceremony truly memorable.”
The 2025 Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, October 26th.
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now. To purchase your tickets for this event click here.
For sponsorship information click here.
For additional information on the Induction Ceremony click here.
Twenty-third Induction Ceremony Tickets on Sale
Tickets for the luncheon and ceremony are now available to the general public for a cost of $50. The purchase deadline is October 7th. We are anticipating a crowd of 300. To obtain your ticket(s) click here to open the credit card payment form. Please note, tickets are NOT being mailed. However, your name will be at the RE-Registration Table. The Grappone Center located at 60 Commercial Street in Concord. Please use the north entrance.
The festivities begin with the Social Hour at 11:30 and this year, Ken Cail, Master of Ceremonies, will kick off the induction and celebrations at 12:30 pm.
We are pleased to announce Zdeno Chara as our Keynote Speaker. To read our press release on our keynote speaker click here.
We are pleased to announce that Bauer is once again our Presenting Sponsor, nucar Automotive Group is our Luncheon Sponsor, St. Paul’s School and Werner Mazda are the Co-Title Sponsors. In addition, the Boston Bruins are the Ring Sponsors, the NH Amateur Hockey Association is our Keynote Speaker Sponsor and New Hampshire Distributors, Mountain Kings Academy and the Mountain Cats Academy will be the Sponsors of our Social Hour.
At this time, there are Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship Opportunities. Businesses or individuals wishing to assist with sponsorship and or purchase tickets, please contact Executive Director Jim Hayes. To find out details about sponsorships levels click here. To purchase your 2025 Sponsorship click here. Our non-profit Tax ID is 56-242-1910.
The deadline for sponsorships is October 7th. Please contact the NH Legends of Hockey for more details.
Email: nhlegendsofhockey@gmail.com
Phone: 603-731-4168 (Jim Hayes Cell)
We are proud to announce the following individuals will be enshrined into our Hall of Fame. They are: Chris Grassie, Tim Schaller and Paul Thompson (Player); Louis Chabot (Coach) and Scott Crowder (Builder). To read the official announcement of this year’s inductees click here.
In addition, we will be recognizing teams Club National of Nashua and honoring their hockey history. The Club sponsored a traveling hockey team that competed across New England that included matchups with opponents from Massachusetts, Maine and New Hampshire from 1923 to 1928. Their home rinks included Sandy Pond (then Balcom Ice Pond), Nashua Country Club and South Common. In 1926, Club National was a founding member of the New England Hockey League and league champions that season. Club National players Art Lesieur and Ted Stackhouse were Stanley Cup Champions with Montreal and Toronto respectively. These players, along with other local talent, were standout contributors and respected figures in the Nashua hockey community. Club National players left an indelible mark on the city of Nashua and the sport of hockey. Click here to listen to Ken Cail, Ed Lecius and Ian Wood discuss the history of the Club National Hockey team on Cail & Company. Click here to listen to Ken & Ian Wood discuss the 5 inductees as well as more on the Club National Hockey Team. We look forward to seeing you at our event.
2025 NH Legends of Hockey Golf Classic Results
Friday July 11th, the Board of Directors hosted the 19th Annual NH Legends of Hockey Golf Classic at the beautiful Stonebridge Country Club in Goffstown. With 114 players, more than a dozen volunteers and countless supporters, this year’s event was one to remember.
A Heartfelt Welcome
The day began with opening remarks from Mike Gould, President of the Legends, who extended gratitude to the golfers, volunteers, and over three dozen generous sponsors. Special thanks were given to our board members and Executive Director Jim Hayes for their year-round commitment to honoring and preserving New Hampshire’s rich hockey heritage, while also supporting youth hockey development throughout the state.
Special Recognitions
We were proud to welcome eight Hall of Fame members and several family members of inductees to the event. A sincere thank-you to each of you for joining us and continuing to support our mission.
We also paused for a moment of silence to honor the memories of three beloved members of our community who passed since the last tournament: Claudette Lavigne (spouse of Hall of Famer Roland Lavigne) Michael Bernard (brother of board member Ray Bernard) Dave “Stats” Elliot, a longtime friend of New Hampshire hockey.
Our thoughts are also with Ron Gosselin, Dick Theriault, and Roger Letourneau, three Hall of Famers currently facing health challenges.
Tournament Highlights
The weather was ideal, the course was once again in top shape thanks to General Manager Jason Jozokos, Events Coordinator Cyndee Williams, and the entire Stonebridge team, and the spirit of camaraderie was on full display.
2025 Champions – Matt Junkin, Mike Pagan, Evan Baker and Erol Moe took top honors, finishing the par-71 course at 57 (-14). While Stevan Tempesta, David Butkus, Lea Butkus and Nicole Butkus were just a shot back finishing with a 58 (-13) . Taking third place honors with a 60 (-11) on a match of cards was Dick Dodds, Alex Dodds, Patrick Dodds and Max Woods. They birdied the Par 5 Hole 14.
2025 Champions – Erol Moe, Evan Baker, Matt Junkin and Mike Pagan
On Course Winners
Closest to the Pin:
Hole 4 – Leo Gould – 5′ 10″
Hole 6 – Liam O’Brien 10″
Hole 13 – Ric Leavenworth – 5′ 2″
Hole 16 – Dan Seamans – 2′ 1″
Longest Drive All (Hole 1): Zach Whitehead
Volunteers Make It Happen
We’re deeply grateful for our dedicated volunteers who ensured smooth re-registration, an exciting raffle, and fun contests throughout the day. Special thanks to: Vachon Clukay & Company of Manchester – Jarad Vartanian and his team: Nick Lewis, Liz Heffernen and Ellie Crump. Additionally, Executive Board member Julie Normand, along with volunteers Lindsay Anderson and Joanie Vallieres welcomed the players, distributed their gifts and sold more of the 50/50 Cash Raffle Tickets.
Joanie Vallieres, Board Member Julie Normand, and Lindsay Anderson soaking up some sun
And our on-course volunteers made the experience even more enjoyable—and impactful:
Hole 6: Board member Jack Mudge worked, volunteer Jim Zellers along with Oyster River U10 player Siler Kelly and his parents Brett and Sabrina Kelly who are both involved with coaching and running the team did an outstanding job promoting their organization.
Board Member Jack Mudge chats with Jim Zellers, Joe Farrelly and Tom Harrison
Hole 18: Board member Dan Zapton, with volunteers Joe Farrelly, Tom Harrison along with Oyster River U16 player Liam Downey and his father Ed Downey, coach of the 14U team .
Your efforts the the players kind donations on those two helped raise more than $2,000.00 which will be available at CSG Hockey in Concord, supporting equipment needs for their youth players.
Oyster River U10 player Siler Kelly and his parents Brett and Sabrina
RJ Downer, Jim Lamp, Jon Dowst and Andrew McDonald have some fun
Putting Green Contest Winner:
Joe Vallieres oversaw the putting contact and Gerry Bergeron took home the ($100 cash prize) ousting the other two finalists.
Perennial Volunteer Joe Vallieres runs the nucar putting contest
50/50 Cash Raffle Winner:
Foursomes were able to purchase the $25.00 Cash Raffle tickets and sign-up and received 5 for their group. Additional tickets where bought that day and the winner received a cash-payout of $1085.00. Very nice!!!
Looking Ahead: 2025 Induction Ceremony
Our premiere event is fast approaching! Join us on October 26 at the Grappone Center in Concord for the 23rd Annual NH Legends of Hockey Induction Ceremony, where we will welcome the Class of 2025: Coaches Category: Louis Chabot, Players Category: Chris Grassie, Tim Schaller, Paul Thompson and the Builders Category: Scott Crowder.
We will also honor the historic Club National hockey team, active in Nashua during the 1920s.
View Photos & Program
Over 650 professional photos from the event are available courtesy of Matt Parker Photography. You can view and purchase them online—just enter your name in the search bar.
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📘 [Click here to view the event program]
Gift-in-Kind Donors
Big thank you to all our Gift-in-Kind Donors:
99 Restaurant(South Willow), Alan’s Restaurant, Bedford Village Inn, Billy’s Sports Bar and Grille, CSG Hockey, C.C. Tomatoes, Capitol Paint and Wallpaper, Cheers Restaurant, Cocheco Country Club, Concord Country Club, Constantly Pizza, Country Spirit Restaurant & Tavern, Coyote Grille, Crossroads Chiropractic, Daniel’s Restaurant, Dartmouth College Men’s Hockey, Eastman Golf Links, Edmunds Ace Hardware, Everyday Café & Pub, Golf and Ski Warehouse, Great New Hampshire Restaurants, Henniker Brewery, Hermano’s, Joe King’s Shoe Shop, Lake Sunapee Country Club, Lake Winnipesaukee Golf Club, Lakehouse Tavern, Makris Lobster and Steak House, Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant, Nashua Country Club, Osborne’s Agway(Concord), Pizza Man, Puritan Back Room Restaurant, Rene LeClerc Insurance Agency Inc, Residence Inn by Marriot, Riverside Pizza, Santiago’s, Sawtooth Kitchen(Bar & Stage), Smokeshow Barbque, Sonny’s Main Street Restaurant, Stonebridge County Club, Stonefalls Gardens, Tandy’s Top Shelf, The Gaslighter, The Overlook Golf Club, UNH Men’s Hockey, Vinnies Pizzaria, Wentworth by the Sea CC, Western Ave. Pizzeria, Windmill Restaurant
Tradition of Champions
Here’s a look back at past champions from the Golf Classic:
Year Champions
2025 – Matt Junkin, Mike Pagan, Will Banfield, Erol Moe
2024 – Chris Stroshine, Chris McIntosh, Chris McLaughlin, Collin Stroshine
2023 – Lee Blossom, Mark Placy, Don Steenbeke Jr., George Colburn
2022 – Lee Blossom, Ryan Sahr, Mark Placy, Don Steenbeke Jr.
2021 – Mark Bozek, George Chase, Bob Oziomek, Tim Pratt
2019 – Lee Blossom, Ryan Sahr, Mark Placy, Don Steenbeke Jr.
2018 – Mike Desmond, Mike Bayer, Jason Bergeron, Scott O’Neil
2017 – Lee Blossom, Ryan Sahr, JM Sahr, Scott Towle
2016 – Lee Blossom, Mark Placy, Ryan Sahr, JM Sahr
2015 – Rene LeClerc, Pete Ackerson, Steve Grzywacz, Dave Kuhman
2014 – Todd Philbrick, Tom Otto, Jim Corbett, Jerry Collins
2013 – Dick Dodds, John Dodds, Scott Peters, Dean Cashman
2012 – Chris Chisholm, Jim Hayes, Ray Martin, Pat McNicholas
2011 – Casey Kesselring, Jeff Graham, Mike Beliveau, Trevor Smith
2010 – Chris Chisholm, Jim Hayes, Ray Martin, Pat McNicholas
2009 – Mike Castagna, Paul Lemire, Doug Leppart, Doug Snyder
2008 – Chris Chisholm, Jim Hayes, Ray Martin, TJ Whitelaw
2007 – Mike Castagna, Mike Ladouceur, Johnna Lory, Rich Tombs
2006 – Ken Roberge, Mike McGinn, Glen Williams, Dwayne Robinson
Final Note
Thank you again to everyone who played, volunteered, or contributed to the 2025 Golf Classic. Your support strengthens our community and helps grow the sport we love across the Granite State.
We look forward to seeing many of you at the Induction Ceremony this fall!
Click here to see all pictures from the event.
Foursome Sign-up Deadline this Sunday
Last Week we had extended our registration for foursomes and payment deadline beyond June 1st.
Currently we have 26 of our maximum 32 foursomes and will finish up this Sunday June 22nd. This will allow our board enough time to complete the details for our Nineteenth Annual Golf Classic.
So the first 6 foursomes signed in on-line to play will join us at Stonebridge for what’s guaranteed to be another memorable day. So please come join the Dodd’s Family on July 11th.
If you cannot put a foursome in, but still would like to support the Legends mission of “honoring, celebrating, and preserving New Hampshire’s rich ice hockey history and supporting the development of youth hockey” – please consider a sponsorship or purchase 50/50 Cash raffle tickets for $25.00. We request all 3 be done with a credit card.
Hope to see you on July 11th.
Click here for complete details.
Golf Classic Registration Deadline Extended
Carl Lovejoy, George Chase, Vic Stanfield and Ken McKinnon.
26 teams are confirmed and paid, six foursomes still available. Our seventeenth GOLF CLASSIC on Friday, July 11th, 2025 at the Stonebridge Country Club in Goffstown, NH.
Foursome
This year we ask you to pay for your foursome with a credit card online. A Team Captain will need to be assigned with a single payment due for the foursome. Registration & Payment deadline has been extended to Sunday June 22nd. So the first six foursomes which are paid though the payment box below will be in the Classic.
As it was last year, the foursome fee is $700.00. Click Here to BUY NOW!
You will receive the following:
- Greens fees
- Riding Cart
- Breakfast Snack
- A great dinner
- A 16 oz. YETI rambler with Legends logo
- Chance to win some great raffle prizes
- Purchase some awesome auction items.
Oh yea, beverage carts, they will be touring the course and yes, they will be fully stocked with some of your favorite refreshments.
We hope you can come to Stonebridge on the 11th to share some memories and have some laughs.
Registration for the (scramble format) tournament will begin promptly at 7:00 am and continue through 8:00 am.
The famous air-horn start will kick off the tournament at 8:30 am from your designated hole.
The tax-deductible portion is $30.
50/50 Cash Drawing
In addition, NEW this year, we are initiating a 50/50 cash drawing. Anyone (whether you’re playing or not) can purchase tickets below for $25.00 a piece.
Sponsorship
Bronze and Silver sponsorship opportunities are still available. You can pay online by filling out the form below or Click Here to download the brochure.
If you’re mailing a check, please let us know by emailing nhlegendsofhockey@gmail.com
If you have questions, please contact:
Jim Hayes – Executive Director
603-731-4168 C
nhlegendsofhockey@gmail.com
Dwayne Robinson – Vice President
603-320-3937 C
nhlegendsofhockey@gmail.com
On behalf of our Board of Directors, we extend our profound thanks in advance and we hope to see you on July 11th.
The New Hampshire Legends of Hockey is a New Hampshire non-profit corporation and is a self-governing, 501(c)(3) organization (tax ID: 56-2421910).