2025 Binghamton Black Bears Commissioner’s Cup Championship Ring

October 3, 2025 — The Binghamton Black Bears defeated the Carolina Thunderbirds in a 3-0 series sweep to win the 2025 FPHL Commissioner’s Cup.

Baron felt honoured to design and manufacture the Black Bears’ Back-to-Back FPHL Commissioner’s Cup Championship Ring.

Let’s look at the details, the story and the journey to the 2025 FPHL Commissioner’s Cup Championship.

2025 FPHL Commissioner’s Cup Championship Ring

The Binghamton Black Bears and Baron® Championship Rings have unveiled their 2025 Championship Ring, a dazzling tribute to the franchise’s unprecedented first-ever back-to-back Commissioners Cup victories and a season marked by record-breaking achievements.

Every element of the design tells a chapter of the team’s journey, from the ice to the stands, honoring both the players’ accomplishments and the unwavering support of the Binghamton community.

• 2024 Binghamton Black Bears Commissioner’s Cup Championship Ring

Ring Top: A Celebration of Victory

• The top of the ring showcases two cups, representing the franchise’s second championship in team history and consecutive titles in 2024 and 2025.
• The top of each cup is engraved with its championship year, while the bottom bears “607” and “BNG” as a nod to the city’s area code and call-sign abbreviation.
• Encircling the cups and Obsidian Durilium team logo are 49 white stones, marking the Black Bears’ regular-season win total.
• Between the words “Commissioners Cup” and “Champions” on each side, seven green stones symbolize each postseason win—14 in total, representing the 14 teams in the FPHL (seven in each division).

Left Shoulder:

• Each player’s name is displayed in the official jersey nameplate font, with their Championship-winning number below.
• The Captain, Tyson Kirkby, is distinguished with a “C” inside a banner.

Right Shoulder:

• The top edge features 10 stones for the season’s shutouts—six green for the regular season and four white for the postseason.
• Below, Championship banners and cups are each adorned with 18 white stones, celebrating both the franchise’s 18-game winning streak and 18 short-handed goals scored in the regular season.
• Centered are three white baguette stones, signifying the city of Binghamton’s third Professional Hockey Championship.

Removable Top Backside: A Banner of Greatness

• The underside of the removable section mirrors the Championship banner hanging above the home ice at Visions Veterans Memorial Arena.
• Twenty-four green stones line the edges to honor the team’s 24-game home winning streak to close the season.
• The engraved figure 142,524 commemorates the season’s record-breaking attendance.
• Ten white stones, arranged in ascending tiers, represent sellouts during the season—each tier signifying the number of home playoff wins in every year of the franchise’s history.

Ring Interior: Capturing the Moment

• Inside the ring, the engraved seating sections of Visions Veterans Memorial Arena encircle a sheet of ice with the Black Bears’ logo at the center.
• Five green stones mark the locations of each goal scored in the final Championship game, while a single white stone marks the exact spot where the Commissioners Cup was raised—preserving the defining moment in league history.

Wrapping

• The bezel is set with 56 white stones for the team’s total wins during the 2024–25 season.
• Along the bevel, 13 additional stones sit between “Binghamton” and “Back-to-Back.” Combined with the 135 stones on the removable top section, they total 148—matching the team’s regular-season goal differential.

The FPHL MVP: Connor McAnanama

A Championship run is built on key performances. Goaltender Connor McAnanama stepped up with one of the best postseason runs in FPHL history.

• Connor McAnanama was named FPHL Playoffs MVP and Goaltender of the Year.
• McAnanama achieved multiple shutouts, including a heroic 42-save shutout in Game 2.
• His unwavering consistency between the pipes not only made him a challenging force but also solidified his role as the backbone of Binghamton’s inspiring repeat Championship.

What makes the 2025 Binghamton Black Bears Championship Ring unique?

The 2025 Binghamton Black Bears Commissioner’s Cup Championship Ring, made by Baron® Championship Rings, stands as a striking tribute to the team’s impressive back-to-back titles.

With two engraved cups prominently displayed on the top and 148 total stones that symbolize the team’s remarkable +148 goal differential, every element boldly encapsulates the Black Bears’ record-breaking season.

How does the ring honor the Binghamton community and fans?

The design showcases local pride with striking engravings of “607” and “BNG,” highlighting the city’s area code and call-sign.

It proudly features the impressive season attendance record of 142,524, 10 sellouts, and the vibrant energy of a fanbase that has been the driving force behind the team’s success.

Why is this Championship so historic for the Black Bears and the FPHL?

With their impressive sweep of the Carolina Thunderbirds for the second consecutive year, the Black Bears have etched their name in the history books as the first FPHL team to clinch back-to-back Commissioner’s Cups.

The FPHL 2025 season not only showcased their dominance on the ice but also established franchise records in wins, points, and attendance, firmly positioning Binghamton as one of the league’s greatest in just five years.

The 2025 Binghamton Black Bears Championship Ring stands as a powerful testament to excellence. It’s not just a jewellery: it’s a narrative of triumph.

• Every stone, engraving, and meticulous detail captures the essence of the team’s record-setting season and their remarkable back-to-back titles.

The two cups adorning the top of the ring symbolize their consecutive championships, while milestones in attendance, shutouts, and win streaks are proudly etched in stone.

This design represents not only the victories on the ice but also the unyielding passion of the Binghamton community that rallied behind them. This ring solidifies the Black Bears’ legacy in FPHL history and celebrates a season that undeniably defined a true legacy.