OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Spring Thaw Tournament, set against the picturesque backdrop of Jersey Shore. This premier Round Robin competition will bring together teams spanning the 8U through 18U age levels. Games begin at 1:00 PM on Friday, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 7-10 days before the event.
ARENAS
Jersey Shore Arena
1215 Wyckoff Rd, Wall Township, NJ 07727
HOTELS
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR HOTEL
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
IN THE AREA
Restaurant
- Brick House Tavern, 3655 NJ-66, Neptune City, NJ 07753
- Woody's Roadside Tavern, 105 Academy St, Farmingdale, NJ 07727
- Mulligan's, 203 Squankum Rd, Farmingdale, NJ 07727
- MJ's, 3205 NJ-66, Neptune City, NJ 07753
- The Cabin Restaurant, 984 NJ-33, Freehold, NJ 07728
Shopping
- Jersey Shore Outlets, 1 Premium Outlet Blvd, Tinton Falls, NJ 07753
- Pro Shop at Jersey Shore Arena
- Monkey Sports, 1500 US-9, Woodbridge Township, NJ 07095
CONTACT
Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
May 16-18, 2025
GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY 1:00 PM
AA/A/B/C
8U-18U
$825/team (8U)
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (18U)
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Defender Hockey Tournaments is excited for our annual Mite Meltdown Tournament at Patriot Ice Center. This Round Robin tournament showcases Mites.
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
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
IN THE AREA
CONTACT
Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com
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OVERVIEW
Defender Hockey Tournaments is gearing up for the Chocolate Meltdown in Hershey, PA. This Round Robin tournament is exclusively dedicated to girls across the 10U through 19U age levels. Games begin Friday at 8:00 AM, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 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
Twin Ponds Ice Arena
3904 Corey Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109
Klick Lewis Arena
101 Landings Drive, Annville, PA 17003
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.
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
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
CONTACT
Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
May 30-June 1, 2025
10U-16U
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (19U)
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Defender Hockey Tournaments is ready to heat things up for the summer with the Hershey Summer Sizzler Tournament. This Round Robin tournament showcases 10U through 18U age levels. Games begin Friday at 8:00 AM, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 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
Klick Lewis Arena
101 Landings Dr, Annville, PA 17003
Twin Ponds Arena
3904 Corey Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109
York Ice Arena
941 Vander Ave, York, PA 17403
HOTELS
As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block. You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event.
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
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
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
June 6-8, 2025
AA/A/B
10U-18U
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (18U)
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Defender Hockey Tournaments is ready to heat things up for the summer with the Pittsburgh Summer Sizzler Tournament. This Round Robin tournament showcases 10U through 18U age levels. Games begin Friday at 8:00 AM, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 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
Palmer Imaging Arena
100 Center Ice Dr, Delmont, PA 15626
HOTELS
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
IN THE AREA
Restaurants
- Bubba's, Inside Printscape Arena
- Johnny Waffle, Inside Printscape Arena
- Zoup!, 1900 Main St Suite 111 Suite 111, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- Toscana Brick Oven, 1800 Main St, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- All Star Sports Bar & Grill, 1900 Main St, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- Jimmy John's, 1800 Main St #104, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- Happy Badger Sports Pub, 100 Center Ice Dr, Delmont, PA 15626
- Pittsburgh BBQ, 6625 William Penn Hwy, Delmont, PA 15626
- Dairy Queen, 100 Greensburg St, Delmont, PA 15626
Activities
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 281 Georgetown Rd, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- Escape Room, 1007 Waterdam Plaza Dr, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- 30 minutes from Pittsburgh
Shopping
- Southpointe Town Center, 1900 Main St, Canonsburg, PA 15317
- Walmart Supercenter, 6700 Hollywood Blvd, Delmont, PA 15626
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
June 13-15, 2025
GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY 8:00 AM
AA/A
10U-18U
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (18U)
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June 20-22, 2025
GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY 8:00 AM
AA/A/B
8U-18U
$825/team (8U)
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (18U)
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July 11-13, 2025
AA/A/B/C
8U-18U
$825/team (8U)
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,595/team (16U)
$1,595/team (18U)
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Defender Hockey Tournaments is ready to heat things up for the summer with the Delaware Summer Sizzler Tournament at Patriot Ice Center. This Round Robin tournament showcases 10U through 18U age levels. Games begin Friday at 8:00 AM, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 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
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
IN THE AREA
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
July 18-20, 2025
AA/A/B
10U-18U
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (18U)
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Defender Hockey Tournaments is ready to heat things up for the summer with the Chicago Summer Sizzler Tournament. This Round Robin tournament showcases 10U through 18U age levels. Games begin at 8:00 AM on Friday, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 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
Seven Bridges Ice Arena
6690 IL-53, Woodridge, IL 60517
Center Ice of DuPage
1N450 Highland Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
HOTELS
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
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
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
June 20-22, 2025
AAA/AA/A
10U-18U
$1,750/team (10U)
$1,775/team (12U)
$2,000/team (14U)
$2,100/team (16U)
$2,100/team (18U)
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Registration for this tournament is now closed. For questions please use the link below:
Defender Hockey Tournaments is honored to present the Denis DuPlanti Memorial Tournament, an eagerly anticipated annual event. This Round Robin competition will feature a dynamic showcase of talent across the 10U through 18U age levels. Games begin at 8:00 AM on Friday, please be prepared to play anytime on Friday. Schedules will be released below this page 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
Ice Line
700 Lawrence Dr, West Chester, PA 19380
HOTELS
RULES
All game day protocols can be found here
IN THE AREA
CONTACT
Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
May 9-11, 2025
AA/A/B
10U-18U
$1,445/team (10U)
$1,495/team (12U)
$1,545/team (14U)
$1,645/team (16U)
$1,645/team (18U)