Chefs 9, West Michigan Phantoms 8 (Shootout) Sunday, July 19, 2026 • Walker Ice & Fitness Center • Walker, Michigan The West Michigan Phantoms battled through one of the wildest and most frustrating games in recent team history Sunday afternoon, falling 9-8 in a shootout to the Chefs after regulation ended tied 8-8. Despite dressing a short-handed lineup without Trevor Zenas (#10), Shawn DeBoer (#17), Nate Skoboda (#44), Trent Kik (#88), and goaltender Kevin Wootton (#35), th

West Michigan Phantoms 7, Agape 4 Sunday, July 12, 2026 • Walker Ice & Fitness Center • Walker, Michigan The West Michigan Phantoms returned to the win column Sunday evening at Walker Ice & Fitness Center with an impressive 7-4 victory over Agape. Despite dressing a depleted defensive corps, the Phantoms received timely scoring throughout the lineup, a hat trick from Trevor Zenas (#10), and a momentum-changing penalty shot save from goaltender Kevin Wootton (#35). The Phantom

Thundercocks 6, West Michigan Phantoms 5 (Shootout) Sunday, June 28, 2026 • Walker Ice & Fitness Center • Walker, Michigan The West Michigan Phantoms suffered one of their toughest defeats of Season 61 on Sunday afternoon at Walker Ice & Fitness Center, watching a commanding 4-1 lead early in the third period completely disappear before ultimately falling 6-5 in a shootout to the Thundercocks. The Phantoms skated without Natalie Nemes (#6), Jason Young (#7), Shawn DeBoer (#17

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WALKER, MI – As the United States prepares to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of Independence, the West Michigan Phantoms Hockey organization is proud to announce the release of two patriotic music videos, “USA! USA!” and “God Bless The USA,” honoring the nation, its freedoms, and the generations of Americans who have defended them. The videos feature Phantoms mascots Zam (#02) and Skates (#00) standing among some of America’s most iconic landmarks while

West Michigan Phantoms 8, Team English 7 Sunday, June 14, 2026 • Walker Ice & Fitness Center • Walker, Michigan If Sunday’s game proved anything, it’s that no lead is safe and no game is over until the final horn sounds. The West Michigan Phantoms survived a wild back-and-forth battle against Team English, earning an 8-7 victory in one of the highest-scoring games in recent franchise memory. The game featured 15 total goals, multiple momentum swings, a furious Team English co

WALKER, MI – Each of the past three seasons, Ezra Gennello has lifted a championship trophy over his head. For the West Michigan Phantoms, adding the New Jersey native was a no-debate decision as the team looks to return to the top of the Sunday League standings. “There is a familiarity with Ezra (Gennello) that allows him to enter the lineup and make an impact from day one,” said Phantoms General Manager Kevin Wootton. Currently the voice of the Muskegon Lumberjacks of the U

Bent Shafts 5, West Michigan Phantoms 1 Sunday, June 7, 2026 • Walker Ice & Fitness Center • Walker, Michigan The West Michigan Phantoms returned to Walker Ice & Fitness Center on Sunday evening looking to build on the momentum from their season-opening victory. Despite a competitive effort and several bright spots throughout the lineup, the Phantoms dropped a 5-1 decision to Bent Shafts in Sunday Men’s League action. The Phantoms entered the contest without Nate Skoboda (#44

Phantoms Open Season #61 By Routing Defending Champion Gun Ru 9-2 The West Michigan Phantoms opened Season #61 with authority Sunday night, storming past defending champion Gun Ru in a dominant 9-2 victory to begin the new season. Despite missing several regulars — including Sam Schaab (#4), Andrew Erickson (#91), Matt Zehr (#5), and Natalie Nemes (#6) — the Phantoms rolled offensively from the opening puck drop and never looked back against the defending champs. 1st Period T

The West Michigan Phantoms saw their playoff run come to an end Sunday night with a 4-1 loss to Gun Ru at Walker Ice & Fitness Center. Despite the final score, the Phantoms battled hard from start to finish and continued pushing late into the third period. After a scoreless first period that featured strong defensive play and steady pressure on both ends, Gun Ru broke through in the second with three goals in just over four minutes to take control of the game. The Phantoms st

Walker, MI- The West Michigan Phantoms are proud to announce the signing of defenseman Natalie Nemes from Merrimack College. Nemes joins the Phantoms after a five-year collegiate career with the Warriors, where she developed into a dependable, defense-first blueliner known for her shot-blocking ability and steady presence. Over her collegiate career, Nemes appeared in 143 games, recording 6 goals and 13 assists for 19 points while consistently contributing in key defensive si