Greater Utica Magazine Cover January 2017 Clinton, New York Hockey History at its Best!
- Dominick Velardi
- Jan 31, 2017
- 1 min read

In this issue, we take it back to the roots of hockey in Greater Utica, highlighting the early days of the Clinton Hockey Club—later known as the Comets—and their impact on the region’s deep hockey tradition. Centered around the historic Clinton Arena, where the team played for decades, this story captures how local players, community support, and unforgettable moments helped build a lasting hockey legacy. From their beginnings in the late 1920s to competing on larger stages, the Comets helped shape the passion for the game that still thrives today. As you revisit this cover along with others from the past 11 years of Greater Utica, we invite you to show some love by voting for your favorite cover—and if this is a story you’d like to see reprinted, let us know in the comments. We appreciate the feedback and look forward to seeing which cover comes out on top.




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