The Tier 1 Hockey Federation will once again be well represented on the national stage as several THF programs prepare to compete at the USA Hockey National Championships.
Earning a spot at Nationals is one of the biggest accomplishments in youth hockey. Teams must battle through highly competitive district tournaments to secure their place, making the field one of the strongest in the country. The event brings together the top teams from across the United States, all competing for a national title.
This season, a strong group of THF teams will take the ice looking to represent their programs, their communities, and the federation at the highest level.
THF Teams Competing at USA Hockey Nationals
18U
- Rockets
- Team Maryland
16U
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Mount St. Charles
15U
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Mount St. Charles
14U
- PBK
- NY Saints
- Mount St. Charles
13U
- Rockets
From the youngest competitors to the oldest divisions, these teams have earned their place through hard work, consistency, and strong performances throughout the season.
The entire Tier 1 Hockey Federation wishes the best of luck to all of our teams competing at Nationals. Represent the league with pride and enjoy the opportunity to compete on one of the biggest stages in youth hockey.
Good luck to all of our THF teams as they chase a national championship.
The Tier 1 Girls Hockey Federation (TGHF) playoffs are heading into their final weekend, where the league will crown its first-ever 12U champions. Teams will take the ice at Ice Vault Arena for what promises to be an exciting conclusion to the inaugural season.
Fans can watch all games live on Black Bear TV and keep up with scores, stats, and standings through the TGHF tab of the THF Game Center:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/gamecenter/
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The ice is set and the banners are on the line — who will become the first TGHF 12U champions? 🏒🏆
Three members of the Woodbridge Wolfpack 15O team have earned invitations to one of the most prestigious development opportunities in American youth hockey, as they will participate in the USA Hockey National Team Development Program Evaluation Camp beginning Tuesday, March 10 in Plymouth, Michigan.
Representing the Wolfpack at the national camp will be:
- Deverin Warner — Forward
- Chase Schulberger — Defenseman
- Chase Pastor — Goalie
The invitation-only camp will take place at USA Hockey Arena and runs March 10–14, bringing together many of the top American players in the age group for several days of practices, scrimmages, and evaluations conducted by USA Hockey’s national development staff.
The NTDP is widely regarded as one of the most elite development programs in the world, producing top American players who have gone on to star in NCAA and professional hockey while also driving the success of USA Hockey on the international stage. Alumni of the program have been a major factor in the United States’ success at the IIHF World Junior Championship over the past decade and have contributed to recent gold medal performances at the IIHF World Championship and the Winter Olympics, making an invitation to the camp one of the highest honors for players in this age group.
For Warner, Schulberger, and Pastor, the invitation represents recognition among the top prospects in their age group across the country. Throughout the week, they will compete alongside the nation’s best while showcasing their skill, hockey sense, and compete level in front of USA Hockey evaluators.
Their selections also highlight the continued development of elite talent within the Tier 1 Hockey Federation and the strength of the Woodbridge Wolfpack program. Programs across the THF continue to produce players who advance to the highest levels of the sport, and this latest milestone is another example of the league’s commitment to developing top-tier student-athletes.
The entire THF community congratulates Deverin Warner, Chase Schulberger, and Chase Pastor on this outstanding accomplishment and wishes them the best of luck at camp.
The Tier 1 Hockey Federation Playoffs have delivered weeks of elite competition, unforgettable performances, and championship moments — and now it all comes down to one final weekend. The stage is set for the 12U divisions to close out the 2025–26 THF Playoffs, with teams ready to battle for the final banners of the season.
Beginning this evening, the next generation of THF stars will hit the ice at Revolution Ice Gardens and Bucks County Ice Sports Center as the 12U teams chase championship glory. After two action-packed playoff weekends that crowned champions across multiple age groups, the spotlight now turns to one of the most competitive divisions in the federation.
Every shift matters this weekend. The road to the championship will be filled with intense matchups, clutch performances, and the kind of fast-paced, high-energy hockey that defines THF playoff action. With talented teams from across the federation ready to leave it all on the ice, fans can expect a weekend packed with highlight goals, big saves, and unforgettable moments.
Fans who want to show their support can gear up for championship weekend by ordering official event merchandise here:
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If you can’t make it to the rink, you won’t miss a second of the action. Every game will be streamed live on Black Bear TV, bringing the excitement of THF playoff hockey straight to fans everywhere.
You can also stay locked in on everything happening throughout the weekend with the THF Game Center, where schedules, live scores, stats, and standings are updated throughout the tournament:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/gamecenter/
For important playoff details, including rules and rink information for the weekend, visit:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/playoffs-wkend3/
The final chapter of the 2025–26 THF Playoffs starts tonight. The banners are waiting. The ice is ready.
Let the 12U championship chase begin. 🏆🏒
The Tier 1 Hockey Federation Playoffs have delivered two incredible weekends of competition so far, with elite teams battling through intense semifinal matchups and championship showdowns across multiple age divisions. From dramatic finishes to dominant performances, the road to a THF championship has already produced unforgettable moments — and with one more weekend still to come, the excitement is far from over.
Weekend #1: Champions Crowned in the Older Divisions
Playoff action began with the 13U through 18U divisions, where some of the league’s top programs battled through deep semifinal fields to reach the championship stage.
In 13U, the bracket featured powerhouse programs including Rockets Hockey Club, Jersey Hitmen, Woodbridge Wolfpack, and the Connecticut Jr. Rangers. After a strong semifinal push, Rockets Hockey Club advanced to the final where they faced the Woodbridge Wolfpack in a hard-fought championship matchup. When the final horn sounded, Rockets Hockey Club emerged victorious, capturing the 13U THF Championship.
The 14U division brought another stacked field with SeaCoast Performance Academy, PBK, Woodbridge Wolfpack, and Mount St. Charles battling in the semifinals. After intense semifinal games, SeaCoast Performance Academy advanced to the championship and ultimately claimed the 14U title, finishing an impressive playoff run.
At 15U, the semifinals saw Woodbridge Wolfpack face the Pittsburgh Stars, while Mount St. Charles squared off in the opposite bracket. The championship game came down to Mount St. Charles vs. Woodbridge, with Mount St. Charles rising to the occasion to secure the 15U THF Championship.
The 16U division delivered another round of elite competition, with semifinal matchups featuring Mount St. Charles vs. Woodbridge Wolfpack and SeaCoast vs. Atlantic Coast Academy. In the end, Atlantic Coast Academy powered through the bracket and defeated Woodbridge Wolfpack in the final to claim the 16U championship.
The oldest division, 18U, featured high-level battles as Atlantic Coast Academy faced Team Maryland in one semifinal while Flyers Elite (BBNA) took on the Elmira Aviators in the other. The championship game ultimately came down to Team Maryland vs. Elmira, where Team Maryland delivered a championship performance to capture the 18U THF title.
Weekend #2: The Next Generation Takes the Stage
The following weekend shifted the spotlight to the younger divisions, where rising stars competed for their own THF championships.
The 9U championship featured the top-seeded Rockets Hockey Club facing the Woodbridge Wolfpack, with the Rockets continuing their dominant postseason run to secure the 9U championship banner.
In the 9U Silver Division, teams battled through semifinals featuring Mercer Chiefs vs. Red Bank Generals and NY Dynamo vs. Palmyra Black Knights. After advancing through the bracket, Mercer Chiefs faced Palmyra Black Knights in the championship game and claimed the 9U Silver title.
The 10U division delivered exciting semifinal matchups with PAL taking on Mid Fairfield and Flyers Elite facing the CT Chiefs. The championship game came down to Mid Fairfield vs. Flyers Elite, where Flyers Elite skated away with the 10U THF Championship.
In the 10U Silver division, Connecticut Jr. Rangers squared off with the NJ Rockets in the championship game, with the CT Jr. Rangers emerging victorious to claim the Silver banner.
The 11U bracket featured strong semifinal matchups between Woodbridge Wolfpack and NY Dynamo as well as PAL Jr. Islanders vs. Philadelphia Revolution Elite. In the final, Philadelphia Revolution Elite delivered a standout performance to capture the 11U championship.
The 11U Silver division saw Jersey Hitmen face Mercer Chiefs and Flyers Elite take on the CT Jr. Rangers in the semifinals before Jersey Hitmen and Flyers Elite met in the championship. The Jersey Hitmen secured the win to take home the 11U Silver title.
Finally, the 12U Silver championship featured Revolution Elite vs. CT Chiefs, with the CT Chiefs claiming the 12U Silver championship after a strong performance.
One More Weekend to Go
With two thrilling playoff weekends in the books, the stage is now set for the final chapter of the 2026 THF Playoffs. This coming weekend, the 12U championship divisions will hit the ice to determine the last champions of the season and close out an unforgettable postseason run.
The road to the banner continues — and the final weekend promises even more elite competition, dramatic moments, and championship hockey.
The Tier 1 Hockey Federation proudly sends a strong group of teams to the upcoming Atlantic District Championships as they compete for the opportunity to advance and represent our region on the national stage.
Atlantic Districts is one of the most competitive tournaments of the season. Only the top programs earn the right to compete, and every game carries significant meaning. The path is demanding, the competition is elite, and the opportunity is earned.
This year, THF is well represented across multiple age groups:
18U
- Jersey Hitmen
- Rockets Hockey Club
- Flyers Elite – BBNA
16U
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Rockets Hockey Club
- Jersey Hitmen
15U
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Rockets Hockey Club
- Flyers Elite – BBNA
14U
- PBK
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Rockets Hockey Club
13U
- Rockets Hockey Club
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Jersey Hitmen
12U
- Woodbridge Wolfpack
- Mercer Chiefs
Competing at Atlantic Districts reflects the commitment, preparation, and performance these teams have shown all season long. From 12U through 18U, THF programs continue to prove they belong on the biggest stages in youth hockey.
We wish all of our teams the best of luck as they represent their organizations, their communities, and the THF. Play fast, play together, and compete the right way.
The future of the THF takes center stage as our 9U, 10U, 11U divisions and 9U–12U Silver divisions hit the ice for an electric playoff weekend!
The energy is different. The stakes are real. And banners are waiting. 🔥
📍 Rinks:
Pro Skate
Ice Land
SportsCare Arena
East Brunswick Arena
🛍️ Merch will be on site Friday & Saturday at Pro Skate before moving to East Brunswick for Sunday’s championship games.
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đź“‹ Rules, protocols, rink info & more:
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📊 Scores, schedules, stats & standings all weekend long:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/gamecenter/
This is where young stars shine. This is where playoff memories are made.
Let’s drop the puck. 💪🏒
The wait is over.
The first weekend of the 2025–26 Tier 1 Hockey Federation Playoffs has arrived, and 13U–18U teams are set to battle for a chance to raise a championship banner.
Championship hockey takes center stage this weekend across four New Jersey venues:
• Bridgewater Sports Arena
• Ice Vault Arena
• Skylands Ice World
• Sportscare Arena
Every shift now carries weight. Every game brings urgency. After a full regular season of competition, development, and positioning, the postseason begins with one mission in mind — survive and advance.
From the skill and speed of the 13U division to the high-intensity matchups at 18U, fans can expect elite competition across all age groups. Momentum built throughout the year will be tested under playoff pressure, and teams will need depth, discipline, and resilience to continue their championship run.
Follow the Action
Fans, families, and programs can stay connected all weekend long:
📊 Scores, schedules, and live stats:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/gamecenter/
🏆 Playoff headquarters with brackets and weekend details:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/playoffs-wkend1/
🎥 Stream every game live on Black Bear TV.
Championship Merchandise
Commemorate the moment and rep your team with official THF Championship merchandise:
https://simaxsports.com/collections/thf-championships-feb-20-22-2026-b4e637
The road to the banner starts now. Who will rise to the moment and punch their ticket forward?
Playoff hockey in the THF begins this weekend — and it is just getting started.
The moment we’ve been building toward all season has arrived.
The first-ever Tier 1 Girls Hockey Federation Playoffs are officially here — and history will be made this weekend.
From 14U through 19U, the top teams in the TGHF will take the ice at Ice Land Arena and Pro Skate Arena with one goal in mind: raising the first championship banner in league history.
This is more than just playoff hockey. This is the beginning of a tradition.
Throughout the inaugural season, TGHF teams have brought elite skill, relentless compete, and a standard of excellence that has elevated girls hockey across the league. Now, the stakes rise. Every shift matters. Every battle counts. Survive and advance.
Championship energy will fill both rinks as players leave it all on the ice in pursuit of becoming the first TGHF champions. Legacies will begin. Moments will be remembered. And banners will be raised.
Fans can follow every goal, save, and overtime thriller all weekend long:
📊 Track scores, schedules, and stats at the TGHF Game Center:
https://www.tier1hockeyfederation.com/gamecenter/
🎥 Stream alllll the action live on Black Bear TV.
The road to the banner starts now.
Who will make history?
The Tier 1 Hockey Federation (THF) is pleased to announce that the Buffalo Regals will be joining the league for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The addition of the Regals continues the THF’s ongoing growth and reinforces its commitment to providing elite competition and development opportunities for players from youth through junior levels.
Founded in 1975, the Buffalo Regals have a long and rich history of advancing players, both on and off the ice. The organization offers a full spectrum of programs for athletes in Western New York, with a focus on skill development, character building, and preparing players to compete at the highest levels of amateur hockey. Over the years, the Regals have become known for a culture that emphasizes hard work, discipline, and continuous improvement.
“Joining the Tier One Hockey Federation is a proud and exciting step forward for the Buffalo Regals,” said the Regals organization. “Competing at the AAA level solidifies our commitment to player development, high standards, and preparing our athletes to succeed at the highest levels of the game.”
The THF continues to expand its footprint across North America by welcoming respected organizations that share its vision of elite competition and player advancement. With the addition of the Buffalo Regals for the 2026-27 season, the league looks forward to further strengthening its competitive landscape and enhancing its opportunities for players, coaches, and families within the hockey community.
The Tier 1 Hockey Federation welcomes the Buffalo Regals to the league and looks forward to their contributions both on and off the ice as part of the THF family.
For more information about the Regals, visit their website here.