OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Blizzard Cup, East Lansing, MI, from January 18-20, 2025. Our tournament, catering to 10U-14U AA/A teams, will take place at Biggby Coffee Ice Cube, East Lansing.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.

ARENAS

Biggby Coffee Ice Cube, East Lansing (formerly East Lansing Ice Cube)
2810 Hannah Blvd, East Lansing, MI 48823

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

 
 
As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event.
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested.
 
 
Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • Woody's Oasis, 1050 Trowbridge Rd, East Lansing, MI
  • MSU Dairy Store, 474 S Shaw Ln, East Lansing, MI
  • Sindhu Indian Cuisine, 4790 Hagadorn Rd #132, East Lansing, MI
  • Taste of Thai, 2838 E Grand River Ave #2, East Lansing, MI
  • Koala Tea & Coffee, 223 M. A. C. Ave, East Lansing, MI
  • University Weiner, 551 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI
  • Zhen Ramen & Grill, 4790 Hagadorn Rd #142, East Lansing, MI
  • Playa Bowls, 225 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI
  • Boiling Pots, 2650 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI
  • Kimchi Box, 527 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI

Activities

  • MSU Museum, 409 W Circle Dr, East Lansing, MI
  • Abrams Planetarium, 755 Science Rd, East Lansing, MI
  • Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, 547 E Circle Dr, East Lansing, MI
  • John M. Patriarche Park, 960 Alton Rd, East Lansing, MI
  • Impression 5 Science Center, 200 Museum Dr, Lansing, MI 48933

Shopping

  • Eastwood Towne Center, 3003 Preyde Blvd, Lansing, MI
  • Meridian Mall, 1982 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI
  • Mackerel Sky Gallery of Contemporary Craft, 211 M. A. C. Ave, East Lansing, MI
  • Grove Gallery & Studios, 325 Grove St, East Lansing, MI
  • Tanger Outlets Howell, 1475 N Burkhart Rd, Howell, MI 48855

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Jan 18-20, 2025

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A

DIVISION

10U-14U

ENTRY FEE

$1,599/team (10U)
$1,699/team (12U)
$1,799/team (14U)

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Lake Erie Cup Hockey Tournament from October 12-14, 2024. Our tournament, catering to Tier II AA 14U, 15U, 16U, and 18U teams, will take place at Lakewood Community Ice in Lakewood, OH.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Lakewood Community Ice
14740 Lakewood Heights Blvd, Lakewood, OH 44107

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • Slyman's Restaurant, 3106 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Momocho, 1835 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Lola Bistro, 2058 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • Pier W, 12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
  • Great Lakes Brewing Company, 2516 Market Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • The Greenhouse Tavern, 2038 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • Tommy's, 1824 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
  • Mitchell's Ice Cream, 1867 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Sokolowski's University Inn, 1201 University Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Sweet Moses, 6800 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102

Activities

  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 1100 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106
  • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109
  • Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Playhouse Square, 1501 Euclid Ave #200, Cleveland, OH 44115

Shopping

  • West Side Market, 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Tower City Center, 230 W Huron Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • 5th Street Arcades, 530 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • Legacy Village, 25001 Cedar Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
  • Beachwood Place, 26300 Cedar Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

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TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Oct 12-14, 2024

SKILL LEVEL

AA

DIVISION

14U-18U

ENTRY FEE

$1,799/team (14U)
$1,950/team (16U)
$1,950/team (18U)

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Fall Classic, Pittsburgh Hockey Tournament from October 18-20, 2024. Our tournament, catering to Tier II AA/A 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U & 18U teams, will take place at Palmer Imaging Arena and Pittsburgh Ice Arena. 

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Palmer Imaging Arena
100 Center Ice Drive, Delmont, PA 15626
 
Pittsburgh Ice Arena
700 Craigdell Road, New Kensington, PA 15068

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

 

HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • Zoup!, 1900 Main St Suite 111 Suite 111, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • Toscana Brick Oven, 1800 Main St, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • All Star Sports Bar & Grill, 1900 Main St, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • Jimmy John's, 1800 Main St #104, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • Happy Badger Sports Pub, 100 Center Ice Dr, Delmont, PA 15626
  • Pittsburgh BBQ, 6625 William Penn Hwy, Delmont, PA 15626
  • Dairy Queen, 100 Greensburg St, Delmont, PA 15626

Activities

  • Sky Zone Trampoline Park, 281 Georgetown Rd, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • Escape Room, 1007 Waterdam Plaza Dr, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • 30 minutes from Pittsburgh

Shopping

  • Southpointe Town Center, 1900 Main St, Canonsburg, PA 15317
  • Walmart Supercenter, 6700 Hollywood Blvd, Delmont, PA 15626

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

Pitt Things to Do

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Oct 18-20, 2024

GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY, 4:00PM

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A

DIVISION

10U-18U

ENTRY FEE

$1,599/team (10U)
$1,699/team (12U)
$1,799/team (14U)
$1,950/team (16U)
$1,950/team (18U)

NEWS

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Veterans Day Shootout Tournament from November 9-11, 2024. Our tournament, catering to Tier II AA/A 10U, 12U, 14U, & 16U teams, will take place at Biggby Coffee Ice Cube, Ann Arbor, and Brighton.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Biggby Coffee Ice Cube, Ann Arbor
2121 Oak Valley Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48103
 
 
Biggby Coffee Ice Cube, Brighton
10540 Citation Drive, Brighton, MI 48116
 

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • Applebee's, 3819 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Leo's Coney Island, 3644 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Relish Restaurant, 610 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Fleetwood Diner, 300 S. Ashley St, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Los Amigos, 625 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Zingerman's Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Olive Garden, 445 E. Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Tavern at The Armory, 70 Main Street, Middletown CT, 06457
  • Frita Batido's, 117 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Activities

  • Kerrytown Market, 407 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • Nickels Arcade, 326 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • Museum of Natural History, 1105 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
  • University of Michigan Hockey, 1116 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Shopping

  • Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Arborland Center, 3600 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Oak Valley Center, 2803 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Cranbrook Village, 890 Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

CANADIAN EXCHANGE DISCOUNT

  • $250 Off per Team, purchasing with Canadian currency (CAD)
  • Must pay in full at the time of registration
  • Offer expires October 3rd, 2024
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TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Nov 9-11, 2024

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A

DIVISION

10U-16U

ENTRY FEE

$1,599*/team (10U)
$1,699*/team (12U)
$1,799*/team (14U)
$1,950*/team (16U)

*Canadian Exchange Discount: $250 Off/Team

Use the Code: $250OffCanadaFall2024

NEWS

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Veterans Day Shootout Hockey Tournament from November 8-10, 2024. Our tournament, catering to Tier II A/B 10U, 12U, and 14U teams, will take place at Lakewood Community Ice and Deep Freeze Ice Arena. All tournament players will receive a complimentary ticket to the Youngstown Phantoms (USHL) game as part of their participation.

Note: 10U & 12U will play at Lakewood Community Ice & 14U will play at Deep Freeze Ice Arena.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Note: 10U & 12U will play at Lakewood Community Ice & 14U will play at Deep Freeze Ice Arena.

Lakewood Community Ice
14740 Lakewood Heights Blvd, Lakewood, OH 44107

 
Deep Freeze Ice Arena
‍360 McClurg Road, Youngstown, OH 44512

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

Note: 10U & 12U will play at Lakewood Community Ice & 14U will play at Deep Freeze Ice Arena.
 
As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested
 
 
 
Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • Slyman's Restaurant, 3106 St Clair Ave NE, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Momocho, 1835 Fulton Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Lola Bistro, 2058 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • Pier W, 12700 Lake Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107
  • Great Lakes Brewing Company, 2516 Market Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • The Greenhouse Tavern, 2038 E 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • Tommy's, 1824 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
  • Mitchell's Ice Cream, 1867 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Sokolowski's University Inn, 1201 University Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Sweet Moses, 6800 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102

Activities

  • Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 1100 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106
  • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, OH 44109
  • Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114
  • Playhouse Square, 1501 Euclid Ave #200, Cleveland, OH 44115

Shopping

  • West Side Market, 1979 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • Tower City Center, 230 W Huron Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113
  • 5th Street Arcades, 530 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
  • Legacy Village, 25001 Cedar Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124
  • Beachwood Place, 26300 Cedar Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

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TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Nov 8-10, 2024

SKILL LEVEL

A/B

DIVISION

10U-14U

ENTRY FEE

$1,599/team (10U)
$1,699/team (12U)
$1,799/team (14U)

NEWS

GAMECENTER

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Thanksgiving Classic Hockey Tournament from November 29-December 1, 2024. Our tournament, catering to Tier II AA/A/B 10U & 12U teams, will take place at Center Ice of DuPage in Glenn Ellyn, IL and Seven Bridges Ice Arena in Woodridge, IL. 

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.

ARENAS

Center Ice of DuPage
1N450 Highland Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Seven Bridges Ice Arena
6690 IL-53, Woodridge, IL 60517

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

 
 
As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants in Chicago

  • Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Address: 439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
  • The Purple Pig, Address: 444 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Girl & The Goat, Address: 809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
  • Alinea, Address: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Portillo's Hot Dogs, Address: 100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654

Activities in Chicago

  • Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, Address: 233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
  • Navy Pier, Address: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Millennium Park, Address: 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
  • Art Institute of Chicago, Address: 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
  • Shedd Aquarium, Address: 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605

Shopping in Chicago

  • Magnificent Mile, Address: N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Water Tower Place, Address: 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • The Shops at North Bridge, Address: 520 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • 900 North Michigan Shops, Address: 900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • State Street Retail Historic District, Address: State St, Chicago, IL 60602

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

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TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Nov 29-Dec 1, 2024
GAMES BEGIN FRIDAY, 8:00AM

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A/B

DIVISION

10U-12U

ENTRY FEE

$1,599/team (10U)
$1,699/team (12U)

NEWS

GAMECENTER

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Mite Winter Classic, Pittsburgh Hockey Tournament from January 25-26, 2025. Our tournament, catering to Tier II A & B teams, will take place at Palmer Imaging Arena and Pittsburgh Ice Arena.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

Divisional allocation is based on USA Hockey roster classification. However, the tournament operations staff may adjust placements to fit individual team competitiveness on a case-by-case basis.

ARENAS

Palmer Imaging Arena
100 Center Ice Drive, Delmont, PA 15626

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

 
 
As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested.
 
 
Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

The Lamplighter, 6566 William Penn Hwy, Delmont, PA 15626
Jigger’s Pub, 5835 Washington Ave, Export, PA 15632
Sweet Tillie’s Bakery & Cafe, 1001- B 5th Ave, New Kensington, PA 15068
Kings Family Restaurant, 6297 US-30, Greensburg, PA 15601
Italian Village Pizza, 7807 US-22, New Alexandria, PA 15670
Primanti Bros., 4501 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15205

Activities

Northmoreland Park, 280 Markle Rd, Apollo, PA 15613
Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, 7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Kennywood Park, 4800 Kennywood Blvd, West Mifflin, PA 15122

Shopping

Monroeville Mall, 200 Mall Cir Dr, Monroeville, PA 15146
Galleria at Pittsburgh Mills, 590 Pittsburgh Mills Blvd, Tarentum, PA 15084
Waterworks Mall, 934 Freeport Rd, Blawnox, PA 15238

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

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TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Jan 25-26, 2025

SKILL LEVEL

A/B

DIVISION

8U (Half Ice)

ENTRY FEE

$899/team (8U)

NEWS

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Fall Classic, Chicago Hockey Tournament from September 20-22, 2024. Our tournament, catering to Tier II AA/A 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, and 18U teams, will take place at Center Ice of DuPage in Glenn Ellyn, IL and Seven Bridges Ice Arena in Woodridge, IL. 

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Center Ice of DuPage
1N450 Highland Ave, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Seven Bridges Ice Arena
6690 IL-53, Woodridge, IL 60517

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants in Chicago

  • Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Address: 439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
  • The Purple Pig, Address: 444 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Girl & The Goat, Address: 809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
  • Alinea, Address: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
  • Portillo's Hot Dogs, Address: 100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654

Activities in Chicago

  • Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, Address: 233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
  • Navy Pier, Address: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Millennium Park, Address: 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
  • Art Institute of Chicago, Address: 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
  • Shedd Aquarium, Address: 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605

Shopping in Chicago

  • Magnificent Mile, Address: N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • Water Tower Place, Address: 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • The Shops at North Bridge, Address: 520 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • 900 North Michigan Shops, Address: 900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  • State Street Retail Historic District, Address: State St, Chicago, IL 60602

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Sept 20-22, 2024

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A

DIVISION

10U-18U

ENTRY FEE

$1,599/team (10U)
$1,699/team (12U)
$1,799/team (14U)
$1,950/team (16U)
$1,950/team (18U)

NEWS

GAMECENTER

SCHEDULE


SCORES


STANDINGS


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OVERVIEW

Experience the thrill of icy competition in the heart of Nashville as the Music City TNT brings together elite Tier II AA/A 10U-18U hockey teams at the renowned Gary Force Acura Ice Arena and Ford Ice Centers (Bellevue, Antioch, and Clarksville). Immerse yourself in the spirited atmosphere of this premier tournament, where the city's passion for both music and hockey converge for an unforgettable weekend.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Gary Force Acura Ice Arena
7235 Haley Industrial Dr, Nolensville, TN 37135

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Ford Ice Clarksville
150 College St., Clarksville, TN
 
Ford Ice Antioch
5264 Hickory Hollow Parkway, Antioch, TN
 
Ford Ice Bellevue
7638 Hwy 70 S.,Nashville, TN
 

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 

 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • The Pancake Pantry, 1796 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212
  • Loveless Cafe, 8400 TN-100, Nashville, TN 37221
  • Hattie B's Hot Chicken, 112 19th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
  • Prince's Hot Chicken, 123 Ewing Dr #3, Nashville, TN 37207
  • Monell's Dining & Catering, 1235 6th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208
  • Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant, 500 Church St, Nashville, TN 37219
  • The Stillery, 113 2nd Ave N, Nashville, TN 37201
  • Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint, 410 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201
  • Arnold's Country Kitchen, 605 8th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
  • Biscuit Love, 316 11th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203

Activities

  • Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 5th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203
  • Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211
  • Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd, Nashville, TN 37203
  • Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, 1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37205
  • The Parthenon, 2500 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203

Shopping

  • Opry Mills, 433 Opry Mills Dr, Nashville, TN 37214
  • The Mall at Green Hills, 2126 Abbott Martin Rd, Nashville, TN 37215
  • 12 South, 12 South District, Nashville, TN
  • Five Points in East Nashville, East Nashville, TN
  • Hillsboro Village, 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

July 26-28, 2024

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A

DIVISION

10U-18U

ENTRY FEE

$1,800/team (10U AA/A)
$1,800/team (12U AA/A)
$2,000/team (14U AA/A)
$2,200/team (16U AA)
$2,200/team (18U AA)

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OVERVIEW

Ignite the excitement at the Firecracker Shootout, where Tier II AA teams ranging from 8U to 18U will showcase their skills on the ice. Join us at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube and Biggby Coffee Ice Cube Brighton for an explosive tournament.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Ann Arbor Ice Cube
2121 Oak Valley Drive, Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Ann Arbor Ice Cube

Biggby Coffee Ice Cube Brighton (Formely Kensington Valley Ice Arena)
10540 Citation Dr, Brighton, MI 48116

PARTICIPATING TEAMS

HOTELS

 
As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block.  You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event. 
 
Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 16 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled). 

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants

  • Applebee's, 3819 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Leo's Coney Island, 3644 Carpenter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Relish Restaurant, 610 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Fleetwood Diner, 300 S. Ashley St, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Los Amigos, 625 Hilton Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Zingerman's Roadhouse, 2501 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Olive Garden, 445 E. Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Tavern at The Armory, 70 Main Street, Middletown CT, 06457
  • Frita Batido's, 117 W Washington St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Activities

  • Kerrytown Market, 407 N 5th Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • Nickels Arcade, 326 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
  • Museum of Natural History, 1105 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
  • University of Michigan Hockey, 1116 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Shopping

  • Briarwood Mall, 100 Briarwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Arborland Center, 3600 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Oak Valley Center, 2803 Oak Valley Dr, Ann Arbor, MI
  • Cranbrook Village, 890 Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI

CONTACT

Cindy Irving, Director of Operations - cindy@defenderhockey.com 

CANADIAN EXCHANGE DISCOUNT

  • $250 Off per Team, purchasing with Canadian currency (CAD)
  • Must pay in full at the time of registration
  • Offer expires June 12th, 2024
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TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

July 12-14, 2024

SKILL LEVEL

AA/ELITE

DIVISION

8U-18U

ENTRY FEE

$1,500*/team (8U)
$1,750*/team (10U)
$1,750*/team (12U)
$2,000*/team (14U)
$2,200*/team (16U)
$2,200*/team (18U)

*Canadian Exchange Discount: $250 Off/Team

Use the Code: $250OffCanadaSummer2024

NEWS

GAMECENTER

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STANDINGS


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