The U.S. Federations Championships will feature the top teams competing in the 8U AAA division 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.
Sanctioning
The 8U championships is a full-ice championship and is not sanctioned by USA Hockey.
Rankings-Based Invitations
Teams are invited based on their rankings as of December 15, 2025. Only the top teams in each division are invited, and there will be no substitutions if a team cannot attend. Teams must confirm their participation by January 1, 2026. $1,275 entry fee per team.
Event Format
The event will run from Saturday morning to Monday at 5:00 PM (ET). Round-robin play followed by elimination rounds, playoffs, and championship games.
Awards and Recognition
Teams and players will receive trophies, medals, and MVP awards. Additional recognition will be given to the Player of the Game, the champions of each division, and all tournament teams.
Hosted by Leading Leagues
The event is organized by the Eastern Hockey Federation (EHF), a Massachusetts-based league and the number one youth hockey league in America, and the Tier 1 Hockey Federation (THF), with guaranteed participation from their top-ranked teams.
