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New Mexico Senior Olympics Kicks Off with 'Old Timers' Hockey
Santa Fe hockey enthusiasts compete in exhibition match at annual games
Published on Feb. 24, 2026
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The New Mexico Senior Olympics kicked off in Santa Fe this week, with one of the highlights being an exhibition hockey match between the local "Old Timers" team, dubbed the "No Regretskys", and teams from Los Alamos, Taos, and Albuquerque. The Old Timers, a group of hockey players aged 50 and older, played a non-contact style of the sport and made it to the final game, which ended in a tie. The event comes on the heels of renewed national enthusiasm for hockey following the U.S. men's and women's teams winning gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Why it matters
The New Mexico Senior Olympics provides an opportunity for older athletes to stay active and competitive, fostering a sense of community. The Old Timers hockey group represents a growing interest in recreational, non-contact sports among seniors, highlighting the benefits of physical activity and camaraderie at all ages.
The details
The Old Timers hockey group, which gathers weekly at the Genoveva Chavez Community Center in Santa Fe, fielded a team called the "No Regretskys" to compete in the Senior Olympics. Their non-contact style of play, which emphasizes skill over physicality, allowed players well into their 70s to participate. The final game between the No Regretskys and a team from Taos ended in a tie, with both sides scoring 2 points.
- The New Mexico Senior Olympics 2026 Winter Games took place from February 24-27 in Santa Fe.
- The Old Timers hockey exhibition match was held on the first day of the games, February 24.
The players
Paul Wisneskey
A 55-year-old goalie for the Old Timers hockey group in Santa Fe.
DJ Ennis
A 54-year-old member of the Old Timers hockey group who has been playing for 12 years after a friend encouraged him to start at age 42.
What they’re saying
“College-level and pro is called 'check hockey' where, you know, you check people, collide physically. We don't play any of that in these leagues, so it's really more no contact. I mean, there's some shoving and things happen, but it's not the same rough sport that you see in professional games on TV.”
— Paul Wisneskey, Goalie, Old Timers hockey group (Yahoo Sports)
“I really found my people and found a fun way to get exercise and get out and make friends.”
— DJ Ennis, Member, Old Timers hockey group (Yahoo Sports)
What’s next
The New Mexico Senior Olympics organizers hope to expand the hockey tournament next year, potentially including teams from the southern part of the state and creating a regional playoff system.
The takeaway
The Old Timers hockey group in Santa Fe represents a growing trend of older adults staying active and competitive through non-contact sports, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie. Their participation in the New Mexico Senior Olympics highlights the benefits of recreational athletics for seniors.
