FALL CLASSIC, FUTURES EAST
OCTOBER 16-18, 2026
The Fall Classic, Futures East - 10U & 12U-only event - is thrilled to return to the beautiful Utica University Nexus Center. All teams are guaranteed 5 games in a Round Robin format, followed by Finals.
All NGHL events are USA Hockey-sanctioned.
All teams must be prepared to play from 8:00 am on Friday through to 4 pm on Sunday. 10U & 12U teams are guaranteed 5 games. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
Utica University Nexus Center, 300 Oriskany St W, Utica, NY
Please review and share event rules with coaches, managers, and players
COST
$2100.00 (5 game guarantee)
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
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WINTER CLASSIC, FUTURES
January 1-3, 2027
Get ready—we’re bringing the energy to New Jersey with an exciting Futures Division event built exclusively for 10U & 12U teams!
With a five-game guarantee, your team gets maximum ice time and real value for every travel dollar. Guest teams are welcome, so come be part of the action. And as always, every NGHL event is proudly USA Hockey-sanctioned, delivering a trusted and competitive experience from start to finish.
Princeton melds historic significance with modern sophistication, centered around the prestigious Princeton University. The town is filled with boutique shops, gourmet eateries, and a strong cultural and arts scene, making it an attractive destination for visitors seeking both education and leisure. Learn more at Visit Princeton.
All teams must be prepared to play from 8:00 am on Friday through to 4 pm on Sunday. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
ProSkate Arena
1000 Cornwall Rd, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
East Brunswick Ice Arena
1 Arena Drive East Brunswick, NJ 08816
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COST
10U, 12U - $2,100.00 (5 game guarantee)
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
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FALL CLASSIC, FUTURES WEST
October 10-12, 2026
Sanction #TBA
We are thrilled to be hosting our Futures Division, 10U & 12U-only event in the Chicago area. All teams are guaranteed 5 games in a Round Robin format, followed by finals.
All NGHL events have a 5-game guarantee and are USA Hockey sanctioned.
Chicago, renowned for its stunning architecture and vibrant arts scene, offers visitors a diverse array of attractions, from world-class museums like The Art Institute of Chicago to scenic lakeside parks and renowned deep-dish pizza. The Magnificent Mile provides a high-energy shopping and dining experience. Learn more at Choose Chicago.
All teams must be prepared to play from 8:00 am on Saturday through to 4 pm on Monday. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
Seven Bridges
6690 IL Hwy 53, Woodridge, IL
Downers Grove Arena
5501 Walnut Ave, Downers Grove, IL
Please review and share Event Policies with coaches, managers, and players
COST
$2100.00 (5 game guarantee)
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
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LABOR DAY CHALLENGE
September 4-6, 2026
Sanction #
Celebrate the long weekend on the ice at the NGHL Labor Day Challenge—a perfect way to kick off the 2026–27 season. This event welcomes AA 12U, 14U, 16U, and 19U divisions for a fun, competitive, and well-organized start to the season.
This event has a 5-game guarantee, maximizing your team’s travel dollars, in a Round Robin format with finals. Guest teams are welcome at this event. All NGHL events are USA Hockey-sanctioned.
All teams must be prepared to play from 7:30 am on Friday through to 4 pm on Sunday.
Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
12U, 14U - Newington Ice Arena
300 Alumni Road, Newington, CT
14U, 16U - Champion Ice Rink
6 Progress Dr, Cromwell, CT 06416
16U - Northford Ice Pavilion,
24 Fire-Lite Pl, Northford, CT;
19U - Enfield Twin Rinks
1 Prior Rd, Enfield, CT 06082
Please review and share event policies with coaches, managers, and players
COST
- 12U - $2,100.00
- 14U, 16U, 19U - $2,375.00
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
TEAMS
Put the trip to the NGHL Labor Day Challenge to good use - visit some college campuses! Start planning now:
- Albertus College, (D3) 700 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511
- Connecticut College (D3), 270 Mohegan Ave, New London, CT 06320
- Nichols College (D3), Dudly, MA
- MCLA (D3), North Adams, Massachusetts
- Quinnipiac University (D1), 275 Mt. Camel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518
- Post University (D1), 800 Country Club Rd., P.O. Box 2540, Waterbury, CT 06723
- Sacred Heart University (D1, ACHA), 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825
- Springfield College (ACHA), Springfield, MA
- Trinity College (D3), 300 Summit St, Hartford, CT 06106
- University of Connecticut (D1), 2131 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT
- University of Connecticut (ACHA D2), 2131 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT
- UMass Amherst (ACHA D1), Amherst, MA
- Wesleyan University (D3), 45 Wyllys Ave, Middletown, CT 06459
- WNE University, (D3) 1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
- Yale University (D1), 149 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06520
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NGHL FUTURES CHAMPIONSHIP
February 6-8, 2026
While Nationals don’t exist at 10U & 12U, our Futures Championship is a great platform to offer an end-of-season event - something for the younger teams to “play for” during their season and look forward to.
We're thrilled to celebrate our youngest NGHL community with the NGHL Futures Championships (10U/12U) this year in Connecticut. This event has a 5-game guarantee in a Round Robin format with Finals. All NGHL events are USAH-sanctioned.
All teams must be prepared to play from 8:00 am on Friday through to 4:00 pm on Sunday. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
Champion Ice Rink, 6 Progress Dr
Cromwell CT
Please review and share event rules with coaches, managers, and players
COST
Questions? Email info@nghlhockey.com
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
EVENT APPAREL
WINTER CLASSIC, FUTURES
January 2-4, 2026
We are excited to host a Futures Division, 10U & 12U-only event in New Jersey. All teams have a 5-game guarantee in a Round Robin format and finals. All NGHL events are USAH sanctioned.
Princeton melds historic significance with modern sophistication, centered around the prestigious Princeton University. The town is filled with boutique shops, gourmet eateries, and a strong cultural and arts scene, making it an attractive destination for visitors seeking both education and leisure. Learn more at Visit Princeton.
All teams must be prepared to play from 8:00 am on Friday through to 4 pm on Sunday. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
ProSkate Arena
1000 Cornwall Rd, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852
Ice Land Skating Center
6 Tennis Ct, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619
Please review and share Event Policies with coaches, managers, and players
COST
10U & 12U - $2025 (5 game guarantee)
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
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MILE HIGH INVITATIONAL
November 28-30, 2025
USAH Sanction #26CO61
The NGHL is honored to head back to Denver, hosting 12U, 14U, 16U, & 19U teams from across the US. All teams have a 5-game guarantee in a Round Robin format and finals. All NGHL events are USAH sanctioned.
Fall in Denver is filled with exciting events, gorgeous weather due to the 300 days of sunshine year-round, and enough winter activities to keep the whole crew happy. The city’s vibrant neighborhoods are packed with the hippest must-try restaurants, vivid street art, and major attractions. Check out the top 5 reasons to visit Denver this fall.
All teams must be prepared to play from 7:00 am on Friday through to 4 pm on Sunday. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
DATE
November 28-30, 2025
LOCATION AND RINKS
South Suburban Ice Rink
4810 E County Line Rd, Littleton, CO 80126
Family Sports Center
6901 S. Peoria, Centennial, CO 80112
Please review and share Event Policies with coaches, managers, and players.
COST
12U - $2025, 5 game guarantee
14U, 16U, 19U - $2350, 5 game guarantee
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
DIVISION WINNERS
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SCHEDULE
EVENT APPAREL
Put your trip to good use and visit some college campuses! Start planning now!
University of Denver (ACHA DII) - 2199 S University Blvd, Denver, CO 80210
University of Colorado (ACHA DI) - 1201 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80204
Colorado State University (ACHA DI) - Fort Collins, CO 80523
United States Air Force Academy (ACHA DI) - Air Force Academy, CO 80840
LABOR DAY CHALLENGE
August 30-September 1, 2025
Sanction #CTH26-13
All teams must be prepared to play from 7:30 am on Saturday through to 4 pm on Monday. Scheduling requests should be submitted a minimum of 1 month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
- 12U, 16U
- Newington Ice Arena, 300 Alumni Road, Newington, CT
- 16U, 19U
- Champion Ice Rink, 6 Progress Dr, Cromwell, CT;
- Northford Ice Pavilion, 24 Fire-Lite Pl, Northford, CT
- 14U - Enfield Twin Rinks, 1 Prior Rd, Enfield, CT
Please review and share event policies with coaches, managers, and players
COST
$2350
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
DIVISION WINNERS
TOP PERFORMERS
SCHEDULE
TEAMS
Put the trip to the NGHL Labor Day Challenge to good use - visit some college campuses! Start planning now:
- Albertus College, (D3) 700 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511
- Connecticut College (D3), 270 Mohegan Ave, New London, CT 06320
- Nichols College (D3), Dudly, MA
- MCLA (D3), North Adams, Massachusetts
- Quinnipiac University (D1), 275 Mt. Camel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518
- Post University (D1), 800 Country Club Rd., P.O. Box 2540, Waterbury, CT 06723
- Sacred Heart University (D1, ACHA), 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825
- Springfield College (ACHA), Springfield, MA
- Trinity College (D3), 300 Summit St, Hartford, CT 06106
- University of Connecticut (D1), 2131 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT
- University of Connecticut (ACHA D2), 2131 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT
- UMass Amherst (ACHA D1), Amherst, MA
- Wesleyan University (D3), 45 Wyllys Ave, Middletown, CT 06459
- WNE University, (D3) 1215 Wilbraham Rd, Springfield, MA 01119
- Yale University (D1), 149 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06520
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DAWG DAZE OF SUMMER
AUGUST 22-24, 2025
Sanction #CTH26-12
Dawg Daze of Summer in Connecticut kicks off the NGHL's 2025-26 season for divisions 12U to 19U. This dynamic event welcomes over 60 teams. All teams have a 5-game guarantee. All NGHL events are USAH sanctioned.
With many D1 and D3 schools in the immediate area, the NGHL hosts northeast-area college coaches and encourages players to put the trip to the Dawg Daze to good use and visit some college campuses!
Teams must be prepared to play by 7:30 am on Friday August 22, and have their final game end by 4:00 pm on Sunday August 24.
Scheduling requests should be submitted at least one month in advance. Email info@nghlhockey.com.
Schedule and scores can be found on our Game Center page. nghlhockey.com/game-center
Please note that in the age of COVID, there may be the circumstance that the schedule will change due to teams dropping out with positive tests. Please DO NOT make any plans that can not be refunded.
LOCATION AND RINKS
12U, 14U: Newington Ice Arena, 300 Alumni Road, Newington, CT
14U, 16U, 19U: Champions Skating Center, 6 Progress Dr, Cromwell, CT
19U, 16U: Northford Ice Pavilion, 24 Fire-Lite Pl, Northford, CT; L. Astorino Ice Arena, 595 Mix Ave, Hamden, CT
Please review and share event policies with coaches, managers, and players
COST
12U $2025 (5 game guarantee)
14U, 16U, 19U $2350 (5 game guarantee)
This event is a Stay-to-Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. All hotels are convenient to arenas.
WAIVER
All players and coaches must complete the waiver before competing. A link will be provided to each team.
Teams
12U DIVISION WINNER
TOP PERFORMER
SCHEDULE
NGHL NCAA CLINIC
Kicking off our 2025-26 season, and our Dawg Daze of Summer event, this is the 7th year we’re hosting our pre-season NCAA Exposure Clinic.
The NGHL NCAA Exposure Clinic is a day-long clinic led by NCAA coaches. Skaters will have two on-ice skates and coach-led seminars. This is an opportunity for players to develop a rapport with college coaches, experience different coaching styles, learn new skills and the college recruiting process.
Time to get noticed and plan their collegiate future.
DATE: Thursday, August 21, 2025, 9:00am - 4:00pm
LOCATION: Northford Ice Pavilion, 24 Fire-Lite Place, Northford, CT, USA
EVENT APPAREL
NGHL Dawg Daze event apparel is available online and at Newington Ice Arena (300 Alumni Rd, Newington, CT) during the event.
COLLEGE VISITS
Put the trip to the Dawg Daze to good use - visit some college campuses! Start planning now:
Albertus Magnus College, (D3) 700 Prospect St, New Haven, CT 06511
Connecticut College (D3), 270 Mohegan Ave, New London, CT 06320
Post University, (D1), 800 Country Club Rd, Waterbury, CT 06708
Quinnipiac University (D1), 275 Mt. Camel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518
Sacred Heart University (D1, ACHA D2), 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT 06825
Trinity College (D3), 300 Summit St, Hartford, CT 06106
University of Connecticut (D1, ACHA D2), 2131 Hillside Road, Storrs, CT
Wesleyan University (D3), 45 Wyllys Ave, Middletown, CT 06459
Yale University (D1), 149 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06520
