PHOENIX, Arizona (May 10, 2026) — The Phoenix Inferno, Arizona's first NA3HL team, are thrilled to announce the acquisition of 12 talented players to the inaugural roster. The team, which will call the state-of-the-art Fire 'n' Ice Sports Arena home, has secured a dynamic mix of forwards and defensemen through NA3 Draft Day selections and a strategic trade.
The newly acquired players bring a wealth of experience from top-tier programs across the country, including the Wenatchee Wild U18, Phoenix Jr Coyotes 18U, Henderson Force USPHL, Arizona Bobcats 18U, El Paso Rhinos NA3HL, and San Jose Jr Sharks 18U. The roster additions feature players with birth years ranging from 2006 to 2009, hailing from Arizona, Texas, California, and Washington.
"We are incredibly excited to welcome these exceptional young athletes to the Phoenix Inferno family. Their diverse backgrounds and proven skills will be instrumental in establishing a competitive and thrilling inaugural season. We look forward to seeing them develop and succeed on the ice at the Fire 'n' Ice Sports Arena."
— Phoenix Inferno Hockey OperationsComplete Roster Additions
| Player | Pos | Hometown | Previous Team | Birth Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sean Strasser | F | Wenatchee, WA | Wenatchee Wild U18 | 2009 |
| Seth Banner | F | Wenatchee, WA | Wenatchee Wild U18 | 2007 |
| Aidan Yu | F | Wenatchee, WA | Wenatchee Wild U18 | 2008 |
| Kyle Rihela Trade | D | Phoenix, AZ | — | — |
| Masen McCosh | D | Glendale, AZ | Phoenix Jr Coyotes 18U | 2008 |
| Nick Correnti | F | Queen Creek, AZ | Henderson Force USPHL | 2006 |
| Josh Hyvarinen | D | Anthem, AZ | Arizona Bobcats 18U | 2007 |
| Chase Olson | D | Little Elm, TX | Phoenix Jr Coyotes 18U | 2008 |
| Nick Nunez | F | Chandler, AZ | El Paso Rhinos NA3HL | 2007 |
| Zayne Maragh | F | Chandler, AZ | Arizona Bobcats 18U | 2007 |
| Camden Babin | F | Glendale, AZ | Phoenix Jr Coyotes 18U | 2008 |
| Otaro Inoue | F | Los Gatos, CA | San Jose Jr Sharks 18U | 2007 |
Building a Competitive Foundation
The Phoenix Inferno's inaugural roster reflects a deliberate strategy to blend local Arizona talent with proven players from elite programs across the western United States. With eight forwards and four defensemen, the team is positioned to compete aggressively in the NA3HL South Division from day one.
🏈 Roster Breakdown
- Forwards: 8 players
- Defensemen: 4 players
- Draft Selections: 11 players
- Trades: 1 player (Kyle Rihela)
- States Represented: AZ, TX, CA, WA
- Birth Years: 2006–2009
🎯 Feeder Programs
- Wenatchee Wild U18
- Phoenix Jr Coyotes 18U
- Henderson Force USPHL
- Arizona Bobcats 18U
- El Paso Rhinos NA3HL
- San Jose Jr Sharks 18U
The strong local Arizona presence — with players from Phoenix, Glendale, Chandler, Queen Creek, and Anthem — underscores the Inferno's commitment to developing homegrown talent while also attracting top prospects from across the region.
About the Phoenix Inferno
The Phoenix Inferno compete in the North American 3 Hockey League (NA3HL), a Tier III junior hockey league sanctioned by USA Hockey. Based at Fire 'n' Ice Arena in North Phoenix, the Inferno provide a premier development pathway for young players aspiring to advance through the junior hockey ranks to collegiate and professional levels. The team is led by President Troy Mick, a former NHL draft pick and veteran hockey executive.
About Fire 'n' Ice Arena
Located in North Phoenix, the new Fire 'n' Ice Arena facility will be a premier 250,000 square foot multi-sport destination featuring two NHL-size ice rinks, five multi-sport courts, elite training facilities, dining, wellness, entertainment, and the home of SSS Phoenix Hockey Academy and the Phoenix Inferno. Opening August 2026, the facility is set to become one of Arizona's top destinations for youth sports and family entertainment.
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Media Contact
📞 Press Contact
Troy Mick
Hockey Director
SSS Phoenix Hockey Academy
tmick@firenicearena.com
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