Rev Entertainment to launch new franchise at Rio Rancho Events Center; community reaction strong as state reenters pro hockey market.

Fans will get the opportunity to name the future 31st ECHL franchise, which will begin play in the 2026-27 season.

There wasn't a ceremonial puck drop Tuesday at Rio Rancho Events Center. Matter of fact, there won't be until October 2026, when pro hockey makes its formal return to New Mexico. There was the ...

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Professional hockey is returning to New Mexico. The ECHL, a development league for the NHL and AHL, has awarded an expansion franchise to the city of Rio Rancho.

The ECHL is a minor professional hockey league and the league is adding its 31st team right here in New Mexico. They’re called the New Mexico Pro Hockey Club and their inaugural season will ...

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TEST, STUDENTS IN RANCHO CORDOVA ARE PREPARING FOR TODAY’S RANCHO BOT CHALLENGE. BUT ORGANIZERS SAY IT IS SO MUCH MORE THAN A ROBOTICS COMPETITION. THE PROGRAM LOOKS TO INSPIRE STUDENTS TO ...