Miners Red hockey wins third straight state title

Park City team dominates Brighton Navy 7-1 in championship game

Jan. 30, 2026 at 12:07pm

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The Miners Red hockey team from Park City, Utah, won their third consecutive state championship on Wednesday night, defeating Brighton Navy 7-1 in the title game. The Miners Red jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, scoring four goals in the second period to put the game out of reach. The victory sets up a matchup between the Miners Red and the winner of the school-unaffiliated playoff bracket for a spot in the national championships.

Why it matters

The Miners Red have built a winning culture in Park City, establishing themselves as the dominant high school hockey program in the state. Their third straight title cements their status as a powerhouse and sets them up for a chance to compete for a national championship.

The details

The Miners Red scored early and often, with star player Mitchell Berry netting two goals in the first period. Jayden Jacobs, Wyatt Nellis (two goals), Hunter Jacques, and Niko Morgan also found the back of the net for Park City. The game got chippy in the third period, with several fights breaking out on and off the ice, leading to a heavy police presence. However, the Miners Red were able to maintain their composure and secure the victory.

  • The Miners Red won the state championship game on Wednesday, January 30, 2026.
  • The Miners Red will face the winner of the school-unaffiliated playoff bracket on Monday for a spot in the national championships.

The players

Miners Red

The high school hockey team from Park City, Utah, that has won three consecutive state championships.

Mitchell Berry

The star player for the Miners Red, scoring two goals in the state championship game.

Mike Adamek

The head coach of the Miners Red, who has led the team to three straight state titles.

Tom Gatta

The assistant coach of the Miners Red, who credited the team's fast, physical, and team-first play for their success.

Alex Harhi

The senior goalie for the Miners Red, who said winning the third straight title was a "dream" and that the team is like a "huge family."

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What they’re saying

“It never gets old winning a state championship. We have a culture of winning, so we kind of expect it. But, you never get used to that feeling of watching your kids celebrate or that last five minutes on the bench. It's kind of the reason why I think we coach this group.”

— Mike Adamek, Head Coach, Miners Red (Park Record)

“Our kids thrive on it. I think the Brighton-Park City rivalry in all sports kind of showed through there a little bit. The chants were awesome. Me and (Gatta) looked at each other on the bench halfway through the first period, like, 'Wow. This is the hockey we used to be playing when we were kids.'”

— Mike Adamek, Head Coach, Miners Red (Park Record)

“It's a dream. When I was a little kid, I didn't expect to be a three-time state champ for Park City High School. It's an absolute blast. … We're like a huge family here.”

— Alex Harhi, Senior Goalie, Miners Red (Park Record)

“We're going to enjoy it and not take it for granted. You don't want to forget a core memory in your life. But, we have one more to go. … The boys were saying, 'Job's not finished' in the locker room.”

— Mitchell Berry, Senior Star Player, Miners Red (Park Record)

What’s next

The Miners Red will face the winner of the school-unaffiliated playoff bracket on Monday for a spot in the national championships.

The takeaway

The Miners Red have built a dominant high school hockey program in Park City, winning three straight state titles and establishing a winning culture. Their success has energized the local community, and the team is now one win away from returning to the national championships.