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The California Hockey Cup aka CAL CUP concluded today amid great excitement and fanfare!

This prestigious tournament is held every year in Moorpark, near Los Angeles, California. The 2026 edition of the Cal Cup turned out to be an especially thrilling experience for the players of Phoenix Field Hockey. Players from Divisions 1, 2, and 3 showcased their strength, skill, and competitive spirit across various categories. Along with intense matches, they also enjoyed wonderful family outings together.

A major highlight of this year’s event was the consistently outstanding performance of Phoenix Field Hockey’s Junior team. Having already won the Junior Cup last year, they once again delivered impressive and eye-catching hockey, proving their growing dominance.

With two new turfs set to be added in Phoenix, excitement is already building for the upcoming American Field Hockey Tournament scheduled for January 2027. In the coming months, Phoenix Field Hockey and the new playing surfaces are surely going to remain hot topics of discussion. USA Field Hockey Cal Cup Field Hockey Moorpark Field Hockey Club Masters Hockey Team USA PAHF Pan American Hockey Federation West Coast Kings Field Hockey Club

# Summer Season Explodes on the Turf:
# Sweat, Skill & Drama: Phoenix Hockey League 2 Ignites!

The much-awaited Phoenix Field Hockey League Summer Season exploded onto the green turf last Saturday with massive energy, sweat, and pure drama! Under the blazing Arizona sun, the league roared back to life in spectacular fashion. This back-to-back season is packed with excitement as 6 powerful teams clash once again. Some of new players have stepped onto the big stage for the first time, while captains from Categories 1, 2, and 3 personally handpicked their squads through a thrilling lottery draft. So, no excuses and no complaints now, just pure battle!
The opening weekend delivered non-stop adrenaline, breathtaking skill, and heart-pounding moments. Even the young U-14 warriors from Phoenix Minions stole the spotlight with fearless performances that left everyone amazed.

’s Unleash Fury:
The evening kicked off with a bang! Samsher’s Soorma’s came out like warriors on a mission. The deadly trio of Namit Mangat, Adams, and Samsher tore apart the Flames’ defense with lightning-fast attacks and silky passing. Adams was unstoppable, a goal-scoring machine who smashed 4 goals with clinical precision! The combination of Namit Mangat, Adams, and Samsher was lethal. They launched wave after wave of attacks into Flames’ defensive zone with beautiful passing and sharp movement. The thing to be noticed here was that wherever Namit Mangat was a little loose, Raj Mangat, Deep Dhillon and Neeru of Flame’s dominated the opposition. Due to Namit and Samsher's excellent play and beautiful passes, Adams kept getting the ball at the right time and he continued to score goals without any mistakes.

Samsher added 2, while Babbu and Jassi joined the party with one each. Flames refused to surrender quietly. Raj Mangat fought back with 2 goals, supported by Deep Dhillon, Sukhi Hundal, and Helki. The midfield battles were fierce, but Namit Mangat’s rock-solid dominance finally sealed a thrilling 8-5 victory for Soorma’s.

# Nail-Biting Clashes & Goal Frenzy with 4-4 Thriller Draw!
This match was absolute war on turf! Two evenly matched, battle-hardened teams produced a nail-biting, edge-of-the-seat contest full of tension and drama that kept the crowd roaring till the last second. Marina Winn is leading the strong line-up of Roadrunner’s with Raman Johal, Adriana, Randall, Prajeet, Udheeran, Lance Kalpna, Manpreet Sonu, Satwinder Bansal and Kartik. Under the leadership of Anuj there were Shankar, Sukhi Padda, Amol Rakkar, Unis, Henery and Cat Buea in the field.
Marina Winn’s Roadrunners, powered by the explosive Raman Johal (who scored a brilliant 3 goals), refused to let Anuj’s Spirit Strikers run away with the game. Lance added one for Roadrunner’s, while Sukhi Padda, Raman Dhaliwal, Cat Buea, and Anuj replied strongly for Strikers. End-to-end action, brilliant saves, and fierce tackles made this the most exciting draw of the day. Both teams proved they are serious title contenders ready to fight till the end!

Due to the continuous practice of the players of these two teams, a rhythm has been formed between them. In this fierce and thorny match, the interest remained till the last moment, and the players of both the teams gave their all for the victory.

# Young Minion Lions Challenge Vipers in a Blistering Showdown!
# Under the floodlights, Pari Rasmani’s Desert Vipers looked to cruise, but the young lions from Minions had other plans! Led by Ilam, the fearless U-14 squad — Gurshan Singh, Viraj, Ikshi, and Parnavi showed incredible courage and skill. They refused to bow down and turned the match into a dramatic battle.

Sapna Padda was on fire, blasting 4 goals with deadly finishing. Pari, Aman, and Abdulla also found the net. However, the Minions’ young guns never gave up. Gurshan Singh scored 2 goals and Viraj added one, proving that the future of Phoenix hockey is bright and fearless. Tony Mangat and Ruthie in the middle row and Inderjit Chatha showed a good game as a defender. Kamal Chatha and Paris continued to attack the Minion's D zone to keep the ball in their possession. Sapna Padda did not hesitate to convert the good passes received by Ruthie and Aman into goals.

The temperature may have touched 96°F, but the real heat was on the pitch — in the form of passion, rivalry, and unstoppable determination! Next Saturday, May 16 is going to be even hotter and more explosive. Expect bigger battles, fiercer competition, broken records, and unforgettable moments. If you love real drama, skill, and heart — don’t miss the Phoenix Field Hockey League Summer Season!

We are truly fortunate to have Ilam as the coach of our U-14 Field Hockey team. A highly skilled player himself, he brings immense knowledge, energy, and dedication to every training session. His guidance is helping our young players grow not just in skills but also in teamwork.

Arul is an outstanding Field Hockey Coach and a talented player. His dedication and passion in coaching the U-14 team is truly inspiring. Thank you for your hard work and for nurturing young talent with such commitment.

is also the chairman of MG Sportsplex and Mangat Group. His efforts made Phoenix a field hockey zone. Kudos to him!

Champions of the Desert - Namit Mangat’s Magic & Raman’s Rampage

Glendale, Arizona - The desert air may have been refreshingly cool on Saturday evening, but the green turf of the Phoenix Field Hockey League final was absolutely blazing with passion and intensity! In a thrilling, edge-of-the-seat showdown that marked the grand finale of the league’s historic first season, the mighty Coyotes defeated a never-say-die Eagles side 6-3 to claim the inaugural championship title. What a way to end three months of fierce competition!

A Final to Remember: Coyotes Crowned Kings of Phoenix Hockey
Under the lights, with a gentle breeze whispering across the field, the players brought the heat of the Arizona desert right onto the pitch. Every stick hit, every sprint, and every tackle felt like a mini battle as the crowd roared in approval.

The Eagles, captained by the determined Anuj, came out fighting like warriors. Speedsters Abdullah, Henery, Vivek, and Gurshan Singh ran their hearts out, while Simran, Sapna, and Unis provided rock-solid support in the midfield and defense. They refused to surrender even as referee Riyaz blew the final whistle — their eyes still burning with the hunger for victory.
But the Coyotes were on a mission. Led by the victory planner and commanding captain Amol, they controlled the midfield like predators on the prowl. However, it was the sensational Namit Mangat who stole the show. He sliced through the Eagles’ defense with majestic runs, delivered killer passes that turned into goals, and looked unstoppable — a true midfield maestro who made the Eagles’ defenders tremble every time he touched the ball.

First Half – Neck-and-Neck Battle:
The goal fireworks started early as Vivek drew first blood for the Eagles with a clinical strike. Within minutes, Raman replied with a brilliant equalizer for the Coyotes — the crowd erupted! Raman struck again with deadly accuracy, but Gurshan Singh produced a moment of magic, converting a perfect pass into a stunning goal. The teams went into halftime locked at a tense 2-2. The atmosphere was electric!

Second Half – Coyotes Unleashed:
As the second half began, Shamsher Johal fired the Coyotes into the lead, signaling their championship intent. Eagles refused to buckle. Namit Mangat turned into a one-man army — his dazzling dribbles and pinpoint passes created havoc in the opposition’s circle. He scored a beauty himself, while Vivek once again pulled one back for Eagles, making it 3-4.

The tension was sky-high. Then PP Sanghera delivered the decisive blow with a powerful finish. The final score flashed: Coyotes 6 – Eagles 3. The green turf belonged to the Coyotes! Coyotes: Raman Johal (3), Shamsher Johal (1), Namit Mangat (1), PP Sanghera (1) and for the Eagles: Vivek (2), Gurshan Singh (1)
Other Results: Rattlesnakes edged Panthers with 3-1 to secure 3rd place in the league and Bobcats defeated Cougars to finish 5th. It’s the Cougars who couldn’t taste a single win in the league so far.

Young star Ravneet Johal of Rattlesnakes impressed everyone with her fearless attacking play throughout the league, while experienced campaigner Raj Mangat of Panthers dazzled with his classy stick skills and leadership.

From the roaring cheers after every goal to the never-ending spirit shown by both teams, this final was pure hockey magic. Age was no barrier, every player, young or experienced, fought with burning passion and unstoppable energy on the Glendale turf. The inaugural Phoenix Field Hockey League has left an unforgettable impression. Congratulations to the Coyotes — the worthy first champions! The entire hockey fraternity in Phoenix is already buzzing with excitement, eagerly awaiting the schedule for the next thrilling season.

Important and Noticeable:
Umpire Riyaz and Paru did the most difficult and sensible thing during this entire league. Keeping your eyes and ears fully open in every match and running your steps along with the stick and ball of the players is really a big task. And it was shown by Riyaz, Paru, Ilam and Colleen. Apart from this, Deep Dhillon, Ilam and Paru did a good job also in league management. But the brain behind it all was the genius of Bob Khosla. Although he missed out on seeing and enjoying the important moments of the final, but he definitely put Arizona on the world hockey map by starting the league in field hockey.

Refreshment and hospitality:
Along with this, the team of Prehlad Singh and Avtar Singh from MG Sportsplex and Phoenix Hockey Club served the audience and players well with canned batta (soda), tea pakodas and samosas. Jassi brought cashew barfi from his house which was liked by all. Thus, this evening of finals became a lively evening with salty and sweet.

Report By - Surinder Singh

Tomorrow is another day...

Young man Namit Mangat is ready for this Saturday in Final against Eagles.