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The real iron men of hockey

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Founded to honor the enduring spirit of senior hockey players, the USA 80+ Hockey Hall of Fame celebrates individuals aged 80 and above who continue to inspire on and off the ice. These are not just athletes — they are pioneers, mentors, and lifelong stewards of the game.

Find out more

The pat & fred show

USA 80+ HHOF Roster

Pat Long and Fred Merchant talk about the USA 80+ HHOF Induction Ceremony and Legends Game 

Bob Priestley scores winning goal 4-3 series

82-year-old Bob Priestley from Massachusetts scores the winning goal. 


Bob is playing for Team USA.

Legends Game

Team Colorado vs Team USA.

Fourteen of these players were over 80 years of age.

Congrats to Team USA for the close win 4-3.🏒

80+ guys playing for USA ( Dark Jersey's )
Harry Himmel -89
Dick Kenarney - 87
Jim Reese - 88
Bill Orban - 81
Emil Ludy - 85
Terry Harper - 85

Bob Priestley - 82

80+ guys playing for CO (Light Jersey's)
Robert Clarke - 82
Al Bowie - 82
John Case - 82
Don Cameron - 82
Craig Kocian - 82
Fred Merchant - 88
Clark Smyth - 80


USA 80+ USA HOCKEY HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES

Our Mission

The Builders

Our Mission

Celebrating the passion, dedication, and achievements of hockey players and builders aged 80 and over.

The Players

The Builders

Our Mission

“Players" , the roster of super agers, these 80 year old plus athletes who are still playing and competing in the great game of ice hockey. 

The Builders

The Builders

The Builders

"Builders”, the behind-the-scenes contributors to the HHOF infrastructure and organization. These individuals advance the great game of ice hockey and support the 80+ fraternity. 


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