From November 24th to 26th, 2023, hockey enthusiasts gathered in Delaware and New Jersey for the highly anticipated Defender Hockey Tournaments Thanksgiving Classic.  In Delaware, the Palmyra Black Knights emerged triumphant in multiple categories, leaving their mark on the competition. In the 8U A division, the Palmyra Black Knights secured a decisive 10-3 victory against […]

Defender Hockey Tournaments Columbus Day Invitational: A Triumph of Skill and Determination The Defender Hockey Tournaments Columbus Day Invitational recently electrified the ice hockey scene in Pennsylvania and Connecticut, showcasing the relentless spirit and extraordinary talent of young players. This annual event not only serves as a battleground for fierce competition but also a platform […]

Introducing our Spring and Summer 2024 Defender Tournaments! Registrations open soon!   Spring Thaw – Delaware April 19-21   Keg Cup – Delaware  May 3-5   Spring Thaw – Jersey Shore May 3-5   Spring Thaw – Connecticut May 10-12   Denis duPlanti – Delaware May 10-12   Girls Tournament – New Jersey May 17-19 […]

Defender Hockey Tournaments is announcing a 25% Off Discount for ALL Mite Divisions! Choose your tournament and use code 25%OFF-MITES for a 25% discount! You can find our complete list of tournaments, including the age divisions offered, here.  

Defender Hockey Tournaments is excited to announce the launch of its new exclusive merchandise store! You can shop the store here and use the sales code DEFENDER23! Get your top of the line Defender apparel and accessories such as t-shirts, hoodies, sweatpants, slides and more! Also shop an array of sticks for both goalies and […]

The Defender Hockey College Exposure Showcase saw the Lehigh Valley Phantoms emerge as the tournament champions with a perfect record. In their journey to the title, they began by defeating the Lancaster Firebirds with a score of 6-2 after overcoming an early deficit. Their second win came in a shutout victory against the Tom’s River […]

The Defender Hockey Tournament, New England Fall Prep, was a showcase of thrilling hockey action, with two deserving champions emerging in the U16 and 18U divisions. In the U16 Division, the Esmark Stars displayed their talent and determination throughout the tournament. Their journey to the championship began with a battle against Top Gun, which ended […]

The summer heat was no match for the intensity and excitement that engulfed the ice rinks during the Defender Hockey Tournament’s Jersey Shore Summer Sizzler in mid-July. The final day of the tournament, Sunday, July 16th, witnessed showdowns that crowned champions in their respective categories. 8U B Division: High-Scoring Thriller for H08 Hockey The 8U […]

Defender Hockey Tournaments, in partnership with the Mikey Nichols Foundation, is delighted to announce the highly anticipated 8th annual Mikey Nichols Tournament. This extraordinary event took place from June 22nd to June 25th in rinks across New Jersey. The Round Robin tournament showcased talented players from the 8U through 18U age categories, providing an unforgettable […]

The Defender Hockey Tournaments Pittsburgh Summer Sizzler took place this past weekend at the Palmer Imaging Arena and Printscape Arena, showcasing several age divisions, in the region. In the 10U AA/A division, the TSR Hammerheads emerged as the champions, dominating their final game against Webb’s World of Fitness with a resounding 9-2 victory. Easton Machesky […]