Excitement is building for the 2026 U.S. Federations National Championships, set to take place February 14–16, 2026, at the Ice Vault in Wayne, New Jersey. Hosted by the Eastern Hockey Federation (EHF) and the Tier 1 Hockey Federation (THF), this elite-level event will feature the top 8U, 9U, and 10U AAA teams from across the country.
🏒 A National Stage for the Best of the Best
The championship field will be determined by national rankings as of December 15, 2025, with invitations extended to the top teams in each division. Teams that receive an invitation will have until January 1, 2026 to confirm their spot and submit the $1,275 entry fee.
This exclusive event provides an opportunity for rising talent to showcase their skills on a high-profile, national stage, competing against the very best their age group has to offer.
🏟️ High-Level Competition, Live Coverage, and More
Over the course of three intense days, teams will battle through round-robin and elimination games, with champions crowned by Sunday at 5 PM ET. All games will be streamed live on Black Bear Sports Network, with professional commentary bringing the action to fans at home.
🏅 Championship Hardware and Individual Honors
In addition to team trophies and medals, individual standout performances will be recognized with Player of the Game awards, MVP honors, and All-Tournament Team selections.
This event promises to be one of the highlights of the 2025–26 season—showcasing the next generation of elite players in a can’t-miss weekend of youth hockey.