Category Archives: Junior
Annual NA3HL Draft sees California, Nevada natives selected in four-round event
April 30th, 2026The NA3HL held its annual draft today, with several California natives and one from Nevada being selected in the four-round event. CALIFORNIA1st round, 10th overall – Keaton Hodges (Simi Valley), D, Pelham Prowlers (Ohio Blue Jackets 18U) 2nd round, 39th overall – Aidan Yu (Baldwin Park), F, Phoenix Inferno (Wenatchee Wild Hockey Academy 18U) 2nd…
Jr. Ducks, SMCHS alum, San Diego native Woolcott decides on NCAA D-I Maryville for college destination
April 20th, 2026The NAHL’s El Paso Rhinos have announced that forward Ethan Woolcott has committed to play NCAA Division I hockey for Maryville University, the newest D-I program. Woolcott shares his gratitude for taking his next step in his hockey career. “I am proud to announce my commitment to play Division I hockey at Maryville University. I…
San Ramon native, Jr. Sharks, GSE alum Higley commits to NCAA D-III Nazareth
April 20th, 2026The NAHL’s North Iowa Bulls have announced that forward Davis Higley has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for Nazareth University for the 2026-27 season. A native of San Ramon, the ‘05 skater is a second-year North Iowa veteran with 110 career games as a Bull. Higley played 55 games during the 2025-26 campaign, recording…
Jr. Reign trio, Fresno goalie collect 2025-26 season awards from USPHL
April 6th, 2026The 2025-26 USPHL Premier divisional award winners recognize each division’s top Forward, Defenseman, Goaltender, and Coach, as nominated by member clubs and voted on by league general managers and head coaches, ensuring each honoree was selected by those who competed against them throughout the season. PACIFIC DIVISION Forward – Mason Welsh –Ontario Jr. Reign: The…
Santa Barbara native Heinze commits to NCAA Division I Harvard, the ‘greatest school in the world’
March 31st, 2026South Shore Kings forward Eli Heinze is excited to announce his NCAA Division I commitment to Harvard University for the 2026 season. Heinze, a Santa Barbara native 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….
Lake Forest native, Jr. Kings alum Stice commits to NCAA Division III Lake Forest
March 30th, 2026The NCDC’s Thunder Hockey Club has announced that defenseman CJ Stice has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey at Lake Forest College, beginning in the fall of 2026. Stice was acquired from the South Shore Kings in September 2025 and served as a captain for the Thunder this past season. He appeared in 46…
Torrance native Gil named new head coach of NAHL’s IceRays
March 30th, 2026The NAHL’s Corpus Christi IceRays have announced that head coach Kevin St. Jacques has been relieved of his duties, effective immediately. Assistant coach Ryan Gil has been named interim head coach for the remainder of the season. Gil, who has been with the team since January, is well-positioned to ensure a smooth transition as the…
California natives Newton, Bertolino grab weekly EHL accolades
March 18th, 2026The EHL has announced its Stars of the Week, with a pair coming from California. Dylan Newton (G) Connecticut Nor’EasterNewton has won four straight, responsible for all of the Nor’Easter’s wins in the month of March thus far. To kick off this last week of action, the San Jose native stopped 34 from the division-leading…