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20 USPHL/NCDC Alumni Attending 2026 NHL Development Camps

By Brandon Hofstra / June 30, 2026 / Comments Off on 20 USPHL/NCDC Alumni Attending 2026 NHL Development Camps

The United States Premier Hockey League and National Collegiate Development Conference are proud to recognize 20 alumni attending 2026 NHL Development Camps. USPHL/NCDC alumni are represented at camps for 15 NHL organizations, including the Anaheim Ducks, Buffalo Sabres, Colorado Avalanche, Florida Panthers, Los Angeles Kings, Montreal Canadiens, New York Islanders, Ottawa Senators, Philadelphia Flyers, San…

Commitment Profile: South Shore Kings Captain Jake Kavanagh Commits To Norwich University

By Brandon Hofstra / June 23, 2026 / Comments Off on Commitment Profile: South Shore Kings Captain Jake Kavanagh Commits To Norwich University

The National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) is proud to announce that South Shore Kings captain Jake Kavanagh has committed to continue his academic and athletic career at Norwich University, where he will play both hockey and golf. A native of Montreal, Quebec, Kavanagh leaves the South Shore Kings as one of the most accomplished players…

USPHL Premier Franchise Relocates to Buffalo for 2026-27 Season

By Brandon Hofstra / June 17, 2026 / Comments Off on USPHL Premier Franchise Relocates to Buffalo for 2026-27 Season

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) has announced that the Atlanta MadHatters USPHL Premier franchise has relocated to Buffalo, NY and will compete as the Buffalo Steel beginning with the 2026-27 season. Located in one of North America’s premier hockey markets, the Buffalo Steel will bring a player-first approach built around development, professionalism, and…

CT Chiefs North Returning Home to Newington Arena for 2026-27 NCDC Season

By Brandon Hofstra / June 17, 2026 / Comments Off on CT Chiefs North Returning Home to Newington Arena for 2026-27 NCDC Season

Newington, CT – The Connecticut Chiefs organization is proud to announce that the CT Chiefs North NCDC team will relocate from Biddeford Ice Arena in Maine and play its home games at Newington Arena beginning with the 2026-27 season. “We are excited to bring the CT Chiefs North NCDC program home to Newington,” said CT…

Former Boston Jr. Bruins Defenseman Connor Doherty Wins Kelly Cup Championship With Florida Everblades

By Brandon Hofstra / June 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Former Boston Jr. Bruins Defenseman Connor Doherty Wins Kelly Cup Championship With Florida Everblades

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) congratulates former Boston Jr. Bruins defenseman Connor Doherty on capturing the 2026 ECHL Kelly Cup championship with the Florida Everblades.

Boston Jr. Terriers To Add USPHL Premier Team For 2026-27 Season

By Brandon Hofstra / June 15, 2026 / Comments Off on Boston Jr. Terriers To Add USPHL Premier Team For 2026-27 Season

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) is pleased to announce that the Boston Jr. Terriers will add a USPHL Premier team beginning with the 2026-27 season. The addition of a Premier team will allow the organization to expand its junior hockey program alongside its existing NCDC team, creating a more complete development pathway and…

USPHL And NCDC Alumnus Brandon Bussi Wins Stanley Cup With Carolina Hurricanes

By Brandon Hofstra / June 14, 2026 / Comments Off on USPHL And NCDC Alumnus Brandon Bussi Wins Stanley Cup With Carolina Hurricanes

Former P.A.L. Jr. Islanders goaltender Brandon Bussi has reached the pinnacle of hockey, helping the Carolina Hurricanes capture the 2026 Stanley Cup championship.

P.A.L. Jr. Islanders Alumnus Brandon Bussi Makes NHL History In Stanley Cup Final

By Brandon Hofstra / June 12, 2026 / Comments Off on P.A.L. Jr. Islanders Alumnus Brandon Bussi Makes NHL History In Stanley Cup Final

Former P.A.L. Jr. Islanders goaltender Brandon Bussi has added his name to the NHL record books.

USPHL And NCDC Alum Brandon Bussi Earns First NHL Playoff Start In Stanley Cup Final

By Brandon Hofstra / June 9, 2026 / Comments Off on USPHL And NCDC Alum Brandon Bussi Earns First NHL Playoff Start In Stanley Cup Final

Former P.A.L. Junior Islanders goaltender Brandon Bussi is set to achieve one of the rarest milestones in hockey, earning his first NHL playoff start in Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final for the Carolina Hurricanes against the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas. For Bussi, the opportunity marks the latest chapter in a development…

Hudson Knights Begin New Chapter In Quebec

By Brandon Hofstra / June 9, 2026 / Comments Off on Hudson Knights Begin New Chapter In Quebec

The Hudson Knights are set to begin a new era in the USPHL Premier for the 2026-27 season, bringing a recent championship pedigree and ambitious goals to their new home in Hudson, Quebec. The organization relocated following two successful seasons in Hawkesbury, but according to Head Coach and General Manager Shawn Anderson, the move was…