Phaneuf Funeral Home wins Manchester men's hockey title

Team defeats Visiting Angels 4-1 to capture Jay High Memorial Cup

Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:35pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic movements and energy of a hockey game, with overlapping planes of ice, sticks, and players in the team colors.Phaneuf Funeral Home's championship victory in the Manchester men's hockey league showcases the community's competitive spirit and athletic talent.Manchester Today

Phaneuf Funeral Home defeated Visiting Angels 4-1 in the championship game of the Manchester men's hockey league to claim the Jay High Memorial Cup. Matt Komarek and Glen Boisvert each scored two goals in the victory, while goaltender Mark Sloan made key saves to preserve the win.

Why it matters

The Manchester men's hockey league is a long-running community sports tradition, with the championship game being a highly anticipated annual event. Phaneuf Funeral Home's victory marks their first title in the league, showcasing the competitive spirit and athletic talent within the local hockey community.

The details

Phaneuf Funeral Home jumped out to an early lead, with Matt Komarek and Glen Boisvert each scoring two goals in the first two periods. The Visiting Angels were unable to mount a comeback, as Phaneuf's goaltender Mark Sloan made several crucial saves to preserve the 4-1 victory.

  • The championship game took place on April 11, 2026.

The players

Matt Komarek

A forward for Phaneuf Funeral Home who scored two goals in the championship game.

Glen Boisvert

A forward for Phaneuf Funeral Home who also scored two goals in the championship game.

Mark Sloan

The goaltender for Phaneuf Funeral Home who made key saves to preserve the 4-1 victory.

Phaneuf Funeral Home

The championship-winning team in the Manchester men's hockey league.

Visiting Angels

The runner-up team in the Manchester men's hockey league championship game.

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What they’re saying

“This is a huge win for our team and the entire Phaneuf Funeral Home community. We've been working hard all season and it's great to see that effort pay off with a championship.”

— Matt Komarek, Forward, Phaneuf Funeral Home

What’s next

The Phaneuf Funeral Home team will be honored at a special ceremony at the next Manchester City Council meeting on April 21, 2026.

The takeaway

Phaneuf Funeral Home's championship victory in the Manchester men's hockey league demonstrates the strong community spirit and athletic talent that exists within the local sports scene, providing a source of pride and unity for residents.