NH Chronicle: The Real-Life Happy Gilmore living and playing hockey and golf right here in NH
Hear from the Manchester man who inspired Adam Sandler’s legendary character.
Updated: 12:42 PM EST Nov 24, 2025
From slap shots to tee shots, meet the Manchester native who inspired Adam Sandler’s legendary character Happy Gilmore, and see how he and his former NHL playing brother are driving the next generation of athletes. Plus, we are heading out on a unique tour, called “The Tour de Chooch”! Ever since 1994 the weekend after Thanksgiving, model railroad enthusiasts in New Hampshire and Massachusetts open their doors for railroad lovers to come check out their layouts. We stopped by a few and got a taste of just how detailed, fun, and addictive the hobby can be!For more information on tonight’s stories:The Tour de ChoochHosting this week from: Beans and Greens FarmGilford NH
November 24th, 2025 —
From slap shots to tee shots, meet the Manchester native who inspired Adam Sandler’s legendary character Happy Gilmore, and see how he and his former NHL playing brother are driving the next generation of athletes.
Plus, we are heading out on a unique tour, called “The Tour de Chooch”! Ever since 1994 the weekend after Thanksgiving, model railroad enthusiasts in New Hampshire and Massachusetts open their doors for railroad lovers to come check out their layouts. We stopped by a few and got a taste of just how detailed, fun, and addictive the hobby can be!
For more information on tonight’s stories:
Hosting this week from:
Gilford NH