Hockey Life Stories
Stories, reflections, and memories from the players and community of the USA 80+ Hockey Hall of Fame.
The Passion of Hockey
Robin reflects on the lifelong passion that keeps hockey players returning to the rink year after year.
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Why Recognition Matters
Pat discusses why recognizing lifelong contributions to hockey is important and how the Hall of Fame honors those players.
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The Camaraderie of Hockey
Fred reflects on the friendships and lifelong bonds formed through decades of playing hockey.
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Behind the Scenes: 2025
How Long Hockey volunteers and months of planning brought the inaugural induction ceremony to life.
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Terry Harper & the Stanley Cup
The story of a 5x Stanley Cup Champion and what it means to see your name on hockey's greatest trophy.
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Fred Merchant & the USA 80+ HHOF is Honored
Our own Freddie Merchant and the USA 80+ Hockey Hall of Fame was honored in The Washington Post. Read the full story — no subscription required.
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Giving Back: B Strong Center Endowment
Long Hockey LLC and the USA 80+ Hockey Hall of Fame made a gift to the B Strong Center for Integrative Care Endowment, supporting cancer patients at BCH.
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The Man Behind the Mission
Fred Merchant's family shares the stories only they know — the father, the grandfather, and the visionary who never let the old man in.
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The Real Iron Men of Hockey
Fred Merchant's book documenting the stories of 80+ hockey players — the origin story of the USA 80+ Hockey Hall of Fame movement.
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Bonnie Shea — Still Playing at 81
The first girl to play organized hockey in Duluth, Minnesota. Featured on NPR, MPR News, and USA Hockey. Still competing — and still determined.
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Bob Priestley — The Winning Goal at 82
Playing with a 101-degree fever, he scored the tying goal with 34 seconds left to win a championship. A four-generation hockey family, an uncle who coached him, and a nickname he inherited before he ever suited up.
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Fred and Pat Drop the Puck
Our own Fred Merchant and Pat Long dropped the ceremonial puck at the Colorado Alumni Faceoff, joined at center ice by Joe Sakic and Matt Carle.
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Boys from Saskatchewan, Together Again
Norm Beaudin, Terry Harper, and Bill Orban all grew up playing hockey in Saskatchewan. Decades later, they're teammates again at the 2026 Legends Showcase.
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