Phil Hamer

Philip Hamer (DOB: 13/08/1990) is a former professional ice hockey player from the Worsley area of Salford.

Hamer played for the Manchester Phoenix in the Elite Ice Hockey League. Hamer was the first player to be promoted through the Phoenix youth system and make an EIHL appearance for the Phoenix.

Hamer was also an accomplished inline hockey player and he was a FIRS World Champion in 2008 at Under 19 level, whilst playing for Great Britain. He has also represented Great Britain IIHF at 7 world championships.

Arrest
On 6th March 2024 Hamer was charged with 12 sexual offences against a number of victims consisting of four counts of rape, engaging in sexual activity, sexual assault by penetration, sexual assault, making indecent images and voyeurism. The charges relate to offences taking place between 2010 and 2023. He has been remanded until his next court appearance at Manchester Crown Court on 10 April 2024.