OVERVIEW
Tier 1 Hockey Federation will offer showcases for the 2025-26 season. The THF schedule is based on full and partial seasons of home and away games for its member teams. With the growth of the THF, the league wanted to offer showcases to make it easier for teams to play more games within the league.
Please note that the schedule will be released 7-10 days before the event start date. Teams must be ready to play at 8 am on the first day. Games are scheduled to be completed by 4 p.m. local time on the final day.
ARENAS
100 Center Ice Drive
Delmont, PA 15626
724-468-1100
palmerimagingarena.com
700 Craigdell Rd
New Kensington, PA 15068
(724) 334-4423
pittsburghicearena.com
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
9U
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FLYERS ELITE
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REVOLUTION
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PBK
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CHICAGO PHANTOMS
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NY ARROWS
10U
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PBK
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CHICAGO PHANTOMS
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QUEEN CITY ROYALS
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OHIO PROSPECTS
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CARSHIELD
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BIGGBY
11U
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MERCER CHIEFS
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FLYERS ELITE
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PBK
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TEAM MARYLAND
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BIGGBY
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PITTSBURGH VENGEANCE
12U
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MERCER CHIEFS
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PBK
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TEAM MARYLAND
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FLYERS ELITE
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BIGGBY
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JERSEY SHORE LIGHTNING
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CHICAGO PHANTOMS
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QUEEN CITY ROYALS
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OHIO PROSPECTS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
January 17-19, 2026
AAA
9U-12U
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OVERVIEW
Tier 1 Hockey Federation will offer showcases for the 2025-26 season. The THF schedule is based on full and partial seasons of home and away games for its member teams. With the growth of the THF, the league wanted to offer showcases to make it easier for teams to play more games within the league.
Please note that the schedule will be released 7-10 days before the event start date. Teams must be ready to play at 8 am on the first day. Games are scheduled to be completed by 4 p.m. local time on the final day.
ARENAS
941 Vander Ave
York, PA 17403
(717) 848-1084
yorkskate.com
3904 Corey Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17109
(717) 558-7663
twinponds.com
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
9U
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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MERCER CHIEFS
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FLYERS ELITE
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JERSEY HITMEN
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NYC HC
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REVOLUTION
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PBK
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RED BANK GENERALS
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CHICAGO PHANTOMS
10U
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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NY ARROWS
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MERCER CHIEFS
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FLYERS ELITE
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JERSEY HITMEN
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CT JR RANGERS
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PBK
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RED BANK GENERALS
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CHICAGO PHANTOMS
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QUEEN CITY ROYALS
11U
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HARTFORD JR WOLFPACK
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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JERSEY HITMEN
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JERSEY MUSTANGS
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REVOLUTION
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MERCER CHIEFS
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FLYERS ELITE
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PBK
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TEAM MARYLAND
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CHICAGO PHANTOMS
12U
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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MERCER CHIEFS
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FLYERS ELITE
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REVOLUTION
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PBK
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TEAM MARYLAND
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JERSEY HITMEN
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ARROWS HOCKEY
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JERSEY SHORE LIGHTNING
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QUEEN CITY ROYALS
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PITTSBURGH VENGEANCE
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CYCLONES ACADEMY
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
December 12-14, 2025
AAA
9U-12U
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OVERVIEW
Tier 1 Hockey Federation will offer showcases for the 2025-26 season. The THF schedule is based on full and partial seasons of home and away games for its member teams. With the growth of the THF, the league wanted to offer showcases to make it easier for teams to play more games within the league.
Please note that the schedule will be released 7-10 days before the event start date. Teams must be ready to play at 8 am on the first day. Games are scheduled to be completed by 4 p.m. local time on the final day.
ARENAS
BOLTON ICE PALACE
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
9U 2016
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SEACOAST
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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CT JR RANGERS
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NY DYNAMO
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MERCER CHIEFS
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JERSEY HITMEN
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FLYERS ELITE
10U 2015
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SEACOAST
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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CT JR RANGERS
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NY DYNAMO
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MERCER CHIEFS
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JERSEY HITMEN
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NYC HC
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NY ARROWS
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FLYERS ELITE
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TOP GUN
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WEST SENECA WINGS
11U 2014
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SEACOAST
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HARTFORD JR WOLFPACK
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PAL JR ISLANDERS
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CT JR RANGERS
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NY DYNAMO
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MERCER CHIEFS
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REVOLUTION
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JERSEY HITMEN
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JERSEY MUSTANGS
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YALE JR BULLDOGS
12U 2013
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SEACOAST
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NY DYNAMO
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REVOLUTION
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HITMEN
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MERCER CHIEFS
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JERSEY SHORE LIGHTNING
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QUEEN CITY ROYALS
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TOP GUN
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NORTHERN CYCLONES
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YALE JR BULLDOGS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
November 7-9, 2025
AAA
9U-12U
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OVERVIEW
The U.S. Federations National Championships will feature the top teams competing at the 8U AAA, 9U AAA, & 10U AAA divisions from across the United States. This event, scheduled for February 14-16, 2026, is by invitation only and will take place at the Ice Vault in Wayne, NJ. All games will be broadcast on BlackBearSports.TV with live announcers. All games will be broadcast on BlackBearSports.TV with live announcers.
ARENAS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
February 14-16, 2026
AAA
8U-10U
$1,275 PER TEAM
BY INVITE ONLY
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OVERVIEW
The Atlantic Hockey Federation & Defender Hockey Tournaments will be hosting a series of showcases for its member teams. The Showcases are a great way for AHF teams to get four competitive games in on a weekend versus teams that they do not play during the regular season. The Showcase will also feature guest teams from around the country competing versus AHF teams.
ARENAS
IN THE AREA
Restaurants in Chicago
- Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Address: 439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
- The Purple Pig, Address: 444 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- Girl & The Goat, Address: 809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
- Alinea, Address: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
- Portillo's Hot Dogs, Address: 100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654
Activities in Chicago
- Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, Address: 233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
- Navy Pier, Address: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- Millennium Park, Address: 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
- Art Institute of Chicago, Address: 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
- Shedd Aquarium, Address: 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
Shopping in Chicago
- Magnificent Mile, Address: N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- Water Tower Place, Address: 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- The Shops at North Bridge, Address: 520 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- 900 North Michigan Shops, Address: 900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
- State Street Retail Historic District, Address: State St, Chicago, IL 60602
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
14U DIVISION
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AZ BOBCATS
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CAROLINA JR CANES
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LITTLETON HAWKS
15U DIVISION
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AZ BOBCATS
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LITTLETON HAWKS
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NAPERVILLE SABRES
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VERNON HILLS
16U DIVISION
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AZ BOBCATS
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LITTLETON HAWKS
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NORTHERN CYCLONES
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PAL BLUE KNIGHTS
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JOILET JAGUARS
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NAPERVILLE SABRES
18U DIVISION
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AZ BOBCATS
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LITTLETON HAWKS
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NORTHERN CYCLONES
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TRI CITY
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BENET ACADEMY
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JOLIET JAGUARS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
January 17-19, 2025
AA
14U-18U
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OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments is back in action, bringing you the spirited St. Paddy's Puck Smackdown Tournament in New Jersey. This Round Robin tournament is set to dazzle across age levels from 14U to 16U, promising a weekend of top-tier hockey and Irish luck on display. The schedule is released 7-10 days before the event.
Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.
ARENAS
Igloo Ice Arena
3033 Fostertown Rd, Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054
Pennsauken Skate Zone
6725 River Rd, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08110
HOTELS
Complimentary rooms are awarded based on actual nights paid for in the team block, not reservations booked. One (1) complimentary guest room will be provided per team per night for every 16 guest rooms booked through the team block. Complimentary rooms are awarded on a per-night pick-up basis over the tournament dates. The complimentary room is applied to the 16th room reserved by the team. Teams that appear to qualify for a complimentary room will receive an email with instructions the week of the event on how to designate the recipient of the complimentary room. Please make sure all rooms for coach(es) are booked prior to the cutoff date. Please note that the complimentary guest room will be required to check in with a credit card. The comp room night(s) will be awarded at checkout. NOTE: The hotel(s) credit(s) eligible stays back to the credit card in the days following the event.
IN THE AREA
Restaurants
- Miller's Ale House, 554 Fellowship Rd, Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054
- Cracker Barrel, 1240 NJ-73, Mt Laurel Township, NJ 08054
- O'Connor's American Bar and Grill, 1383 Monmouth Rd, Eastampton Township, NJ 08060
- Bobby Ray's Pennsauken Tavern, 6324 Westfield Ave, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08110
Shopping
- Target
- Pro Shop at Igloo
- Gear Zone at Pennsauken
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
14U OPEN DIVISION
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IGLOO JAGUARS
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JERSEY SHORE WILDCATS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Mar 6-8, 2026
GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY, 4:00PM
AA = Cup Division
A = Open Division
B = Challenger Division
14U-18U
$1,899/team (14U)
$2,000/team (16U)
$2,000/team (18U)
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OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments is back in action, bringing you the spirited St. Paddy's Puck Smackdown Tournament in Delaware. This Round Robin tournament is set to dazzle across age levels from 8U to 12U, promising a weekend of top-tier hockey and Irish luck on display. The schedule is released 7-10 days before the event.
Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.
ARENAS
Patriot Ice Center
101 John F Campbell Drive, Newark, DE 19711
HOTELS
IN THE AREA
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
8U C
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SOUTH JERSEY MONARCHS
10U CHALLENGER DIVISION
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CUTTING EDGE COBRAS
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MON VALLEY THUNDER
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GRUNDY SENATORS
12U CHALLENGER DIVISION
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CAMILLUS COUGARS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Mar 6-8, 2026
GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY, 4:00PM
A = Open Division
B = Challenger Division
10U-12U
$899/team (8U)
$1,499/team (10U)
$1,499/team (12U)
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OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments is excited for our annual President's Cup Tournament in Delaware. This Round Robin tournament showcases 10U through 14U age levels. The schedule is released 7-10 days before the event.
Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.
ARENAS
Patriot Ice Center
101 John F Campbell Drive, Newark, DE 19711
HOTELS
IN THE AREA
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
10U OPEN DIVISION
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SOUND TIGERS (BLUE)
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ROYALS
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YORK DEVILS
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JERSEY SHORE WILDCATS (BLACK)
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DELAWARE DUCKS
10U CHALLENGER DIVISION
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JERSEY SHORE WILDCATS (RED)
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WONDERLAND WIZARDS
12U OPEN DIVISION
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ROYALS
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IGLOO JAGUARS (BOBB)
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DELAWARE DUCKS
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PHILADELPHIA BLAZERS
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UNION THUNDER 12UA AMERICAN WHITE
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GRUNDY SENATORS
12U CHALLENGER DIVISION
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JERSEY SHORE WILDCATS (RED)
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ROYALS
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GRUNDY SENATORS
14U OPEN DIVISION
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YORK DEVILS
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JERSEY SHORE WILDCATS
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UNION THUNDER
14U CHALLENGER DIVISION
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JERSEY SHORE WILDCATS
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PECONIC WILDCATS 14U MINOR
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GRUNDY SENATORS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Feb 14-16, 2026
A = Open Division
B = Challenger Division
10U-14U
$1,499/team (10U)
$1,499/team (12U)
$1,499/team (14U)
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OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments eagerly welcomes back the much-awaited Mite Madness Tournament at York Ice Arena, a captivating Round Robin event exclusively tailored to showcase the incredible talents of our youngest players in the Mite category. The schedule is released 7-10 days before the event.
Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.
ARENAS
York Ice Arena
941 Vander Ave, York, PA 17403
HOTELS
IN THE AREA
York, Pennsylvania, is a beautiful location for this exciting tournament. There are plenty of activities to do in the area, including exploring the history of the United States. York is the birthplace of the Articles of Confederation, and visitors can learn more about this important historical document at the Colonial Courthouse.
The Indian Steps Museum is also a fascinating destination, where visitors can learn about indigenous peoples and their culture. For those interested in the performing arts, the 20th-century Capitol Theatre in the Appell Center for the Performing Arts hosts seasonal events and comedy shows.
The county is also home to over 4,500 acres of public parks and dozens of biking and hiking trails, providing visitors with an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.
Restaurants
- Wyndridge Farm
- John Wright Restaurant
- ROOST Uncommon Kitchen
- Central Family Restaurant
- Sweet Willows Creamery
Shopping
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
8U A
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CRANFORD (BLUE)
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PHILADELPHIA BLAZERS (BLACK)
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YORK DEVILS (STOUGH)
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YORK DEVILS (ATLAND)
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OLD BRIDGE JR KNIGHTS
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LI REBELS
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LONG BEACH LIGHTNING
8U B
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CRANFORD (GOLD)
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CRANFORD (WHITE)
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DELAWARE DUCKS (WHITE)
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POTOMAC PATRIOTS
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LI REBELS
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GRUNDY SENATORS
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JERSEY CITY CAPITALS
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LONG BEACH LIGHTNING
8U C
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CRANFORD (GREEN)
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CRANFORD (SILVER)
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PHILADELPHIA BLAZERS (GREY)
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PHILADELPHIA BLAZERS (ORANGE)
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DELAWARE DUCKS (BLACK)
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DELAWARE DUCKS (MAROON)
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DELAWARE DUCKS (TEAL)
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YORK DEVILS (BOWLES)
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YORK DEVILS (BARBOR)
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PIEDMONT PREDATORS
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PECONIC WILDCATS
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GRUNDY SENATORS
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JERSEY CITY CAPITALS
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JERSEY CITY CAPITALS
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JERSEY CITY CAPITALS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Jan 31-Feb 1, 2026
A/B/C
6U-8U
$995/team
$995/team
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OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments is excited for our annual President's Cup Tournament in Ann Arbor, Mi. This Round Robin tournament showcases 10U through 18U age levels. The schedule is released 7-10 days before the event.
Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.
ARENAS
Hazel Park, MI 48030
HOTELS
IN THE AREA
Restaurants
- Applebee's, 3819 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
- Leo's Coney Island, 3644 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
- Relish Restaurant, 610 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI
- Fleetwood Diner, 300 S. Ashley St, Ann Arbor, MI
- Los Amigos, 625 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI
- Zingerman's Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
- Olive Garden, 445 E. Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI
- Tavern at The Armory, 70 Main Street, Middletown CT, 06457
- Frita Batido's, 117 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Activities
- Kerrytown Market, 407 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
- Nickels Arcade, 326 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
- Museum of Natural History, 1105 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
- University of Michigan Hockey, 1116 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Shopping
- Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI
- Arborland Center, 3600 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
- Oak Valley Center, 2803 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI
- Cranbrook Village, 890 Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
10U OPEN DIVISION
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BIGGBY BOMBERS 2016
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ST LOUIS ROCKETS
12U CUP DIVISION
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METRO JETS
12U OPEN DIVISION
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BIGGBY BOMBERS 2012 BLACK
14U OPEN DIVISION
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LANSING SPARTANS '12
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ALLEGHENY 14U JOHOVICH
18U CUP DIVISION
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LANSING SPARTANS 18U PREP
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
Feb 14-16, 2026
AA = Cup Division
A = Open Division
10U-18U
$1,799/team (10U)
$1,849/team (12U)
$1,899/team (14U)
$2,000/team (16U)
$2,000/team (18U)