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Dineen Cup Playoff Update | April 2, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / April 2, 2026 / Comments Off on Dineen Cup Playoff Update | April 2, 2026

The 2026 NCDC Dineen Cup Playoffs Continue. Here’s Where Things Stand Across All Divisions. Several series have begun to take shape while others remain tightly contested as teams battle for a spot in the next round. Woodstock Slammers 2, Lewiston MAINEiacs 1Woodstock evened the NE North Division Final at 1-1, getting second-period goals from Grant…

2026 USPHL Elite Nationals ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM

By Brandon Hofstra / April 1, 2026 / Comments Off on 2026 USPHL Elite Nationals ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) announced its Elite Nationals All-Tournament Team. The team consists of three forwards, two defensemen, one goalie and a Most Valuable Player.  Forwards Lucas Connery – Carolina Jr. Hurricanes: Lucas Connery led all tournament scorers with 9 points (5G, 4A) in five games, averaging 1.80 points per game while adding…

Monday NCDC Playoff Recaps | March 30, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / March 31, 2026 / Comments Off on Monday NCDC Playoff Recaps | March 30, 2026

The opening games of multiple NCDC playoff series got underway on March 30, with several tightly contested matchups setting the tone for the postseason. South Shore Kings 2, Islanders Hockey Club 1South Shore struck twice in the third period to erase a 1-0 deficit and take Game 1 over the Islanders Hockey Club. Eli Heinze…

Commitment Profile: South Shore Kings Forward Eli Heinze Commits To Harvard University

By Brandon Hofstra / March 30, 2026 / Comments Off on Commitment Profile: South Shore Kings Forward Eli Heinze Commits To Harvard University

South Shore Kings forward Eli Heinze is excited to announce his NCAA Division I commitment to Harvard University for the 2026 season. Heinze, who has been a key part of the Kings’ lineup, has developed into a well-rounded player both on and off the ice during his time with South Shore. His commitment comes after…

Carolina Jr. Hurricanes Capture Back-to-Back USPHL Elite National Championships, Third Title in Four Years

By Brandon Hofstra / March 30, 2026 / Comments Off on Carolina Jr. Hurricanes Capture Back-to-Back USPHL Elite National Championships, Third Title in Four Years

The Carolina Jr. Hurricanes continued to cement their place as a dynasty on Sunday, defeating the Fort Wayne Spacemen, 4-2, to claim the 2026 USPHL Elite National Championship at Ice Vault Rink in Wayne, NJ. With the victory, Carolina secures back-to-back titles and its third championship in the last four seasons, further solidifying one of…

VERNAL OILERS CAPTURE BACK-TO-BACK USPHL PREMIER NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

By Brandon Hofstra / March 30, 2026 / Comments Off on VERNAL OILERS CAPTURE BACK-TO-BACK USPHL PREMIER NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

The Vernal Oilers have cemented their place atop the USPHL Premier, capturing their second consecutive National Championship with a 6-4 victory over the Fresno Monsters on Sunday at Ice Vault Rink in Wayne, NJ.  With the win, Vernal becomes back-to-back champions, continuing a dominant run that has defined the program over the past two seasons.…

Saturday Final Scores | March 28

By Brandon Hofstra / March 29, 2026 / Comments Off on Saturday Final Scores | March 28

Islanders Hockey Club 5, Northern Cyclones 1Islanders Hockey Club punched their ticket to the New England East Division Final with a convincing 5-1 win over the Northern Cyclones, taking the series 3-2. Liam Normann led the way with two goals, while Jacob Duval also found the back of the net. IHC controlled the middle frame…

FLORIDA SURGE APPROVED FOR NCDC & Premier MEMBERSHIP, TO BEGIN PLAY IN 2026-27

By Brandon Hofstra / March 28, 2026 / Comments Off on FLORIDA SURGE APPROVED FOR NCDC & Premier MEMBERSHIP, TO BEGIN PLAY IN 2026-27

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) has announced the addition of the Florida Surge as a new member of the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) and USPHL Premier, set to begin play in the 2026-27 season. Based in Jacksonville, FL, the Surge will bring elite-level junior hockey and a proven development model to one…

NCDC Friday Finals | March 27, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / March 28, 2026 / Comments Off on NCDC Friday Finals | March 27, 2026

Mercer Chiefs 4, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 0The Mercer Chiefs put together a complete effort to earn a 4-0 shutout over Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Justin Ouellet opened the scoring, with Tyler Rothstein, Nicholas Rockey, and Jacob Prud’homme adding goals as Mercer pulled away. The Chiefs outshot the Knights 40-32 in the win. Rock Springs Miners 4, Casper Warbirds 1Rock…

USPHL Premier Nationals | Day 3 Game Recaps | March 27, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / March 28, 2026 / Comments Off on USPHL Premier Nationals | Day 3 Game Recaps | March 27, 2026

Day 3 of pool play at the 2026 USPHL Premier Nationals wrapped up on Friday, March 27, at the Ice Vault in Wayne, NJ. Twelve teams entered the day with hopes of advancing to the semifinal round on Saturday, March 28. Following the final games of pool play, four teams remain: Vernal Oilers, Fresno Monsters,…