Category Archives: Junior
USHL announces new franchises in NorCal, Orange County, San Diego, Simi Valley
June 24th, 2026Backed by Hockey Hall of Famers Luc Robitaille, Joe Sakic, and Teemu Selanne, the USHL has announced the six West Coast markets targeted to launch teams by the 2027-28 season, along with the accompanying partners committed to expanding access to the Tier I American development path. Owners / Markets “We are excited to have received…
Saints alum, Fallbrook native Vaculik commits to NCAA Division III Albright for inaugural ’26-27 season
June 22nd, 2026The NA3HL’s Willmar WarHawks have announced that defenseman Timothy Vaculik has committed to play NCAA Division III college hockey for Albright College. Vaculik spent two seasons with the WarHawks, scoring four goals and 15 assists for 19 total points this season. He was traded near the end of the season for the playoff run with…
Manhattan Beach native, Jr. Kings grad Grumley signs with WHL’s Winterhawks
June 16th, 2026The WHL’s Portland Winterhawks have announced the signing of defenseman Stevie Grumley. Grumley, a 2007-born blueliner, joins Portland after two seasons with the BCHL’s Sherwood Park Crusaders. In 88 regular-season games, Grumley tallied 18 goals and 45 assists for 63 points. The Manhattan Beach native has also played in 12 playoff games this season, piling…
Manhattan Beach native, Jr. Kings product Stuart signs deal with WHL’s Hurricanes
June 8th, 2026The WHL’s Lethbridge Hurricanes have announced the signing of forward Logan Stuart. “It means a lot to sign with the Hurricanes, and I couldn’t be more excited,” said Stuart. “I believe coming to Lethbridge is going to be what will prepare me the best for college hockey and beyond. I can’t wait to get things…
USHL planning expansion with new franchises to be located in Arizona, California, Nevada
June 5th, 2026In continuance of the NHL and USA Hockey’s expanded collaboration supporting advancement of the Tier I junior hockey development pathway in the United States, the USHL and a group of stakeholders have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish member clubs in Arizona, California and Nevada. “This expansion is about more than adding teams –…
Jr. Kings alum, Huntington Beach native Rutherford commits to NCAA Division III Stevenson
June 5th, 2026The NAHL’s Northeast Generals have announced that defenseman Jackson Rutherford has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for Stevenson University. The Huntington Beach native played 98 career games for the Generals, tallying four goals and 34 points. Rutherford was drafted in the 2024 NAHL Entry Draft by Northeast in the fifth round (154th overall)….