Category Archives: Junior
Jr. Ducks alum, Costa Mesa native Roberts makes commitment to NCAA D-I Northern Michigan
July 21st, 2026The NAHL’s Fairbanks Ice Dogs have announced that goaltender Miles Roberts has committed to play NCAA Division I hockey for Northern Michigan University (CCHA). The ‘05 goaltender from Costa Mesa is a second-year NAHL veteran. This past season, Roberts played 34 games, recording 20 wins for the Midwest Division team. He spotlighted a .922 save…
Annual EHL Combine Series gives teams opportunities to find next wave of talent
July 10th, 2026The Eastern Hockey League sets aside multiple weekends each spring for teams to check out players that can potentially play in the junior hockey league for the upcoming season. And the EHL Combine Series has delivered the past few seasons as many players that have showcased their talents have found their way onto EHL and…
Jr. Kings grad, Manhattan Beach native Stuart signs deal with WHL’s Hurricanes
July 7th, 2026The WHL’s Lethbridge Hurricanes have announced the signing of forward Jake Stuart. Stuart was acquired by the Hurricanes from the Brandon Wheat Kings in May in a three-team trade. He was originally selected second overall by the Wheat Kings in the 2022 WHL U.S. Priority Draft and is committed to NCAA Division I Denver. “A…
Jr. Kings alum, Los Angeles native Sorensen signs with WHL’s Rockets for ’26-27 season
July 2nd, 2026The Kelowna Rockets have signed defenseman Dane Sorensen to a WHL contract. Earlier this offseason, the Rockets acquired Sorensen’s rights from the Victoria Royals. The Los Angeles native spent the 2025-26 season split between the USHL’s Sioux Falls Stampede and BCHL’s Brooks Bandits. “Dane is the type of defenceman that makes your team harder to…
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…
Showcase Series part of growing exposure initiatives for EHL, EHLP in 2026-27
June 22nd, 2026As the Eastern Hockey League continues to thrive and succeed in player development and advancement on a yearly basis, part of that process is the league’s annual Showcase Series, events where some or all teams in the EHL and EHLP come together under one roof and play regular-season games in front of scouts and decision-makers…
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…