Bethesda, MD – Today, the Tier 1 Hockey Federation “THF” is excited to announce that the league will offer showcases for the 2023-24 season. The THF schedule is based on full and partial seasons of home and away games for its member teams. With the growth of the THF, the league wanted to offer showcases to make it easier for teams to play more games within the league. The THF will offer showcases for all ages (9U-18U) throughout the USA giving teams the flexibility to build a schedule that works for each team.

THF will be in partnership with Exposure Series to operate the THF Showcases. Exposure Series is a USA Hockey Sanctioned, Tier I youth hockey showcase series that provides elite AAA games throughout the US while trying to provide maximum collegiate and junior hockey exposure for its club members and families. The Exposure Series is managed by SuperSeries AAA.

In addition to the THF Showcase, select United States Premier Hockey League events will be part of the THF Showcase Series next season. The USPHL is an American ice hockey league that was founded in 2012. They have grown to over 60 organizations with teams in the National Collegiate Development Conference, Premier, Elite, 18U, 16U, 15U, and High Performance youth divisions. All of these showcases will count toward the THF league standings. Showcase dates for the 2023-24 season are listed below.

Tony Zasowski, Commissioner of the THF, said he is “excited to give teams the opportunity to play from coast to coast while maximizing exposure for our member teams.”

THF Showcases powered by Exposure Series

USPHL Showcases (Part of THF Showcase Series)

The Showcases will allow for guest teams to participate.  Teams interested in participating in the THF as a member team or attending one of the events as a guest team should complete the THF inquiry form.

Tier 1 Hockey Federation (“THF”) is a USA Hockey Sanctioned Elite Tier-1 Youth Hockey League. The THF provides elite-level competition through an unbalanced schedule among Tier 1 and elite clubs across the U.S. The THF is managed by full-time professional staff and initially has over 100 elite or AAA teams from 9U-18U committed for its inaugural 2022-23 season. The THF brings together clubs from multiple leagues and states and is the only organization whose members operate franchises in the top junior hockey leagues in the US for NCAA Division I commitments: USHL, NAHL, NCDC and the top two junior hockey leagues for NCAA Division III commitments, the USPHL Premier Division and the Eastern Hockey League.

SuperSeries AAA is the leading AAA/Tier I tournament and showcase company in North America. SuperSeries hosts 50 events annually throughout the USA and Canada, including the signature events Boston Breakout, Top Tie, the Triple Crown and The Clash. SuperSeries also sponsors the Exposure Series including both the Midwest and Eastern Series, monthly showcase events designed to promote our customers’ players to play in college. SuperSeries AAA is led by Jeremy Dallow and ex-NHLers Steve Dubinsky and Wayne Primeau.

The United States Premier Hockey League of 2021-2022 is the nation’s largest amateur ice hockey league and the only league to span the continental United States and parts of Canada. The USPHL fields approximately 550 teams representing over 100 organizations comprised of 11,000 players spanning the ages of 6 through 20. Overall, across all its divisions, the USPHL has more than 1,300 alumni playing college hockey in 2021-22 and more than 250 playing pro hockey, including in the NHL.

The THF announces the Players of the Week for the week ending December 18th, 2022. The Players of the Week is a weekly feature during the 2022-23 season that honors players in all divisions. Only players that are nominated by their respective teams are considered.

Age Level / Division: 10U
Team: Revolution Elite
Player: Mark Morav (F) – Games: 4, Goals: 9, Assists: 1

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Age Level / Division: 11U
Team: Wolfpack Hockey Club
Player: Jack Hughes (G) – Games: 3, Goals Against: 4

“Jack was outstanding in all 3 games making incredible timely saves,” said Coach Donny Kane.

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Age Level / Division: 12U
Team: Esmark Stars
Player: Xavier Haduch (G) – Games: 2, Goals Against: 2, Saves: 44

“Xavier stood strong this weekend. Making a total of 44 out of 48 saves in 2 games. 24 saves against a strong Team Maryland with 92.3% save percentage as well as 3 clutch saves during the shootout to brign home the win. Great Job X, Keep up the good work,” said Coach Nathaniel.

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Age Level / Division: 15U
Team: Atlantic Coast Academy
Player: Parker Carrabba (F) – Games: 5, Goals: 3, Assists: 2

“Took control in all three zones making big plays and creating offense when we needed it,” said Coach Josh Rabbani.

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Age Level / Division: 16U
Team: Skipjacks Hockey Academy
Player: Hudson Slenker (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 2, Assists: 2

“Hudson showed maturity and growth in his game this weekend helping the skipjacks to a couple important wins,” said Coach Patrick Jarrett.

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Age Level / Division: 18U
Team: Esmark Stars
Player: Brody Simko (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 3, Assists: 3

“Brody helped guide the Esmark Stars U18 offense to a weekend sweep of the Pittsburgh Predators posting six points (3G, 3A) in two games,” said Coach Dave Kosick.

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HONORABLE MENTIONS

11U
Zach Halligan (F) – Jersey Hitmen
Connor Walsh (F) – Team Maryland

15U
Hunter Mabee (F) – Rockets
Nicky Worthington (G) – NJ Jets
Nino Dipietro (F) – Esmark Stars

16U
Graham Leonard (D) – NJ Jets
Nate Balsley (F) – Atlantic Coast Academy

18U
Chase Broady (G) – Skipjacks Hockey

For the week ending on December 11th, the Tier 1 Hockey Federation rankings. KRACH is a team’s win/loss ratio multiplied by strength of schedule. You can view all rankings here.

The teams that are in first in each division are Pal Jr. Islanders (10U Major), Woodbridge Wolfpack (10U Minor), Rockets (12U Major), Mercer Chiefs (12U Minor), Pal Jr. Islanders (14U Major), Pal Jr. Islanders (14U Minor), Rockets (15U Pure), Rockets (16U) and Esmark Stars (18U).

Later this month, KRACH ratings will help break up each division into multiple subdivisions. Teams will have the ability to move up and down subdivisions until January. The final subdivision will include the teams in competition for a playoff spot.

The THF announces the Players of the Week for the week ending December 11th, 2022. The Players of the Week is a weekly feature during the 2022-23 season that honors players in all divisions. Only players that are nominated by their respective teams are considered.

Age Level / Division: 9U
Team: Woodbridge Wolfpack
Player: Riley Chen (D) – Games: 3, Goals: 0, Assists: 3

“Riley defended with fantastic effort and determination this weekend helping the team go 2-1 in league play against CJR and Hitmen. He made great plays on the defensive side of the puck and making passes that resulted in goals. Riley never gives up on a play,” said Coach Mark Lotito.

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Age Level / Division: 10U
Team: Jersey Hitmen
Player: Hudson Depiero (G) – Games: 3, Goals Against: 7, Saves: 68

“Hudson had a very strong weekend, stopping 68 out 75 shots in a 3 game span. He was one of the top players in a 4-3 win over MassCon on Saturday, and responded by stopping all 16 shots he faced against the Rockets on Sunday for his 4th shutout of the season,” said Coach Pat Verney.

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Age Level / Division: 11U
Team: Team Maryland
Player: Bennett Rzepkowski (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 4, Assists: 2

“Bennett was smart on both sides of the puck. Creating offense by moving his feet and playing with his head up. Did a great job finishing his scoring chances,” said Coach Ray Kizzie.

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Age Level / Division: 12U
Team: Flyers Elite
Player: Chris McFadden (F) – Games: 1, Goals: 4, Assists: 0

“Chris took over in the third period of a 2-2 game by scoring four goals in leading the team to a come from behind, 6-3, win. With a lethal combination of speed and quickness, Chris was a threat to score every time he stepped on the ice,” said Coach Bob Criscuolo.

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Age Level / Division: 13U
Team: Westchester Express
Player: Will Soffer (F) – Games: 4, Goals: 7, Assists: 8

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Age Level / Division: 14U
Team: Revolution Elite
Player: Max Pichkar (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 0, Assists: 0

“Max is the ultimate competitor. He has an excellent hockey IQ and is willing to engage in all situations. He battles along the wall and is a team first player,” said Coach Geoffrey Beauparlant.

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Age Level / Division: 15U
Team: Esmark Stars
Player: Vitaliy Ulianov (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 2, Assists: 2

“Vitaliy’s 2 goals and 2 assists and strong penalty killing were key in a split at home w Ohio Jr. Blue Jackets,” said Coach Chris Stern.

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Age Level / Division: 16U
Team: Atlantic Coast Academy
Player: Brady Hawkins (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 1, Assists: 3

“Good job Brady!” said Coach Paul Traynor.

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Age Level / Division: 18U
Team: Esmark Stars
Player: Derek Pietrzyk (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 2, Assists: 2

“Derek picked up four points (2G, 2A) in a two game road sweep for Esmark’s Midget Major squad,” said Coach Dave Kosick.

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HONORABLE MENTIONS

10U
Jack Dato (F) – NY Aviators
Stephen Cowan (F) – NY Aviators
Patrick Seamens (G) – Revolution Elite

11U
Brayden McCree (F) – Woodbridge Wolfpack
Keagan Rypkema (G) – Jersey Hitmen

12U
Sammy Leonardo (F) – Team Maryland
Deverin Warner (F) – Woodbridge Wolfpack

15U
Hunter Mabee (F) – Rockets

16U
Travis Plylar (F) – Potomac Patriots
Luke Perfidio (F) – Revolution Elite
Chase Tovsky (F) – Revolution Elite
Ryan Suchy (F) – Revolution Elite

18U
Nick Radcliffe (G) – Flyers Elite
Stephen Chen (G) – Mercer Chiefs
Ben Barrett (F) – Team Maryland

The Philadelphia Revolution 2007 team made snack bags and cards for the Breathing Room Foundation after their game the other night. 

The foundation’s mission is to provide individualized care and support to families affected by cancer by addressing their most critical needs so that they can concentrate their efforts on regaining their physical health. 

It was a great experience for the boys to support a good cause after a win. One of the team’s mothers who volunteers at the foundation put this event together. Julian Tarsi said, “It is really great for us to grow as a team and individuals while being able to bond and build relationships with each other off the ice while also helping a good cause.”

THF West had two showcases the first weekend in December that took place in Las Vegas, Nevada and Phoenix, Arizona. 

Wasatch Renegades U14 (3-2): The Renegades had a 3-2 weekend in Phoenix. Owen Salomons had a strong outing in his three starts as a goalie for the Renegades going 2-1. 

CO Springs Tigers U15 (2-1-1): The Tigers were led by Gavin Zuber this past weekend in Phoenix defeating the St. Francis Red Raiders, Ontario Jr Reign and tying the Arizona Bobcats. 

Northwest Stars U15 (3-1): The Stars had a strong weekend going 3-1 and getting wins over the Music City Marauders, Ontario Jr Reign and St. Francis Red Raiders. The Stars scored 26 goals in their four games and Dylan Crossley led the team with seven goals and two assists. 

CO Springs Tigers U16 (2-1-1): Despite the Tigers record over the weekend, they had many close games when it came to final scores. After losing in game one to the Anaheim Jr Ice Dogs, they bounced back for two wins and a 4-4 tie against Golden State Elite. They scored three power play goals and had 12 total on the weekend in those four games. 

Golden State Elite U16 (3-0-1): Golden State Elite had a great weekend defeating Ontario Jr. Reign, Wenatchee Wilderness and the Northwest Stars. They had 14 goals scored and only allowed six. William Carothers and Tyler Webb led the team with three goals each and Tyler had five assists. 

CO Springs Tigers U18 (3-1): The Tigers had a great weekend in Las Vegas defeating three of their four opponents. They allowed the least amount of goals out of all U18 teams with only eight goals against while scoring 14. Dashiell Ingram led the Tigers with three goals and three assists. 

St. Francis Red Raiders U18 (2-2): The Red Raiders had a .500 weekend against the CDA, Colorado Springs Tigers, Northwest Stars and the Vegas Jr Golden Knights. Joshua Petrini led them with three goals with two of them being power play goals.

Sunday is THF Game of the Week Game Day, a Live-Stream game broadcast series on the Federations Hockey Channel. Each week throughout the season, family, friends, coaches and scouts will log on to watch exciting U18 THF match-ups on the Federation Hockey Channel via the THF Mobile App or Website. This week’s game features Skipjacks Hockey U18 visiting Rockets Hockey Elite U18, Sunday at 5:40 pm ET from Bridgewater Sports Arena in Bridgewater Township, NJ.

The THF has partnered with Play-by-Play Productions of Princeton, NJ to produce the HD telecasts. Play-by-Play is an industry leader in Live-Streaming elite youth and amateur sporting events, serving dozens of clients from throughout the U.S. and overseas.

For the week ending on December 4th, the Tier 1 Hockey Federation rankings. KRACH is a team’s win/loss ratio multiplied by strength of schedule. You can view all rankings here.

The teams that are in first in each division are Pal Jr. Islanders (10U Major), Jersey Hitmen (10U Minor), Rockets (12U Major), Mercer Chiefs (12U Minor), Pal Jr. Islanders (14U Major), Pal Jr. Islanders (14U Minor), Rockets (15U Pure), Rockets (16U) and Esmark Stars (18U).

Later this month, KRACH ratings will help break up each division into multiple subdivisions. Teams will have the ability to move up and down subdivisions until January. The final subdivision will include the teams in competition for a playoff spot.

The THF announces the Players of the Week for the week ending December 4th, 2022. The Players of the Week is a weekly feature during the 2022-23 season that honors players in all divisions. Only players that are nominated by their respective teams are considered.

Age Level / Division: 9U
Team: NY Aviators
Player: Brooks Matulich (F) – Games: 3, Goals: 5, Assists: 3

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Age Level / Division: 10U
Team: PAL Jr Islanders
Player: Ben Ferry (d) – Games: 1, Goals: 1, Assists: 0

“Although it didn’t make the scoresheet correctly, Ben scored a game changing goal in the 3rd Period of Sunday’s game to give the team a 2 goal lead and the momentum to finish strong,” said Coach Bobby Weston.

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Age Level / Division: 11U
Team: Jersey Hitmen
Player: Austin Iula (G) – Games: 1, Goals Against: 3, Saves: 24

“Austin got a big win for the Hitmen vs. PAL this week, posting 24 saves. Austin revenged his 8-round shootout loss to PAL two weeks ago by making big timely saves,” said Coach Cody Inglis.

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Age Level / Division: 12U
Team: Hartford Jr. Wolfpack
Player: Connor Quinn (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 9, Assists: 0

“The Hartford Jr. Wolfpack had two big wins this weekend, blanking two top CHC teams thanks to an offensive explosion by center Connor Quinn who scored 4 goals in the first game and 5 in the second for a 9 goal weekend!” said Coach Tim Quinn.

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Age Level / Division: 14U
Team: Wasatch Renegades
Player: Casen Youngman (F) – Games: 5, Goals: 6, Assists: 4

“Casen was dominant all over the ice in all situation and all three zones. He scored timely goals and made big time plays at crucial moments of our games when we needed them the most,” said Coach Evan Stoflet.

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Age Level / Division: 15U
Team: Jersey Hitmen
Player: David Fridman (F) – Games: 3, Goals: 1, Assists: 0

“David was a force upfront. Scored the game winner in the third period for 2-0 win. Had several opportunities and his hard work led to other scoring opportunities for his line mates. Was very effective attracting many defenders,” said Coach Andrew Frey.

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Age Level / Division: 16U
Team: Wasatch Renegades
Player: Charles Brady Bennett (D) – Games: 4, Goals: 1, Assists: 1

“Brady made the switch to defense recently and has become a solid puck moving force in a short amount of time. Responsible in the the d zone and allowing for us to have better possession up the ice,” said Coach Evan Stoflet.

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Age Level / Division: 18U
Team: NJ 87s
Player: Keegan Torrey (F) – Games: 2, Goals: 2, Assists: 0

“Played close to 25 minutes per game this weekend and was a force in all 3 zones,” said Coach Matthew Kiernan.

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HONORABLE MENTIONS

12U MAJOR
Parker Coriell (G) – Team Maryland
Chase Lovell (f) – Jersey Hitmen

14U MAJOR
Jake LaChance (F) – Philadelphia Revolution

15U
Daniel Sharkey (F) – NJ Jets

16U
Jack Freiser (F) – Atlantic Coast Academy
Carter Johnson (F) – Team Maryland
Robbie Rajnys (F) – Team Maryland
Brady Blackburn (G) – Team Maryland
Carter Johnson (F) – Team Maryland
Kevin Koles (D) – Philadelphia Revolution
Ryan Suchy (F) – Philadelphia Revolution
Chase Tovsky (F) – Philadelphia Revolution
Jake Rossi (G) – Philadelphia Revolution

18U
Christian Cuccia (F) – Mercer Chiefs
Maxwell Rutkowski (F) – Esmark Stars

Sunday is THF Game of the Week Game Day, a Live-Stream game broadcast series on the Federations Hockey Channel. Each week throughout the season, family, friends, coaches and scouts will log on to watch exciting U18 THF match-ups on the Federation Hockey Channel via the THF Mobile App or Website. This week’s game features Skipjacks Hockey U18 visiting Philadelphia Flyers Elite U18, Sunday at 11:00 am ET from Pennsauken Skate Zone in Pennsauken Township, NJ.

The THF has partnered with Play-by-Play Productions of Princeton, NJ to produce the HD telecasts. Play-by-Play is an industry leader in Live-Streaming elite youth and amateur sporting events, serving dozens of clients from throughout the U.S. and overseas.