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Dineen Cup Playoff Update | Divisional Finals and Round Robin Set

By Brandon Hofstra / April 6, 2026 / Comments Off on Dineen Cup Playoff Update | Divisional Finals and Round Robin Set

The 2026 NCDC Dineen Cup Playoffs pushed forward on April 6 with the Atlantic Division Final now set, as the P.A.L. Junior Islanders punched their ticket with a Game 5 victory. The schedules for both the Mountain Division Final and the New England Conference Round Robin have also been finalized.   P.A.L. Junior Islanders 2,…

Dineen Cup Playoff Update | New England Division Champions Crowned, Atlantic Nears Final, Mountain Final Set

By Brandon Hofstra / April 5, 2026 / Comments Off on Dineen Cup Playoff Update | New England Division Champions Crowned, Atlantic Nears Final, Mountain Final Set

The 2026 NCDC Dineen Cup Playoffs pushed forward on April 4 with key results shaping both the New England Conference and the remaining divisional brackets. Three division champions have officially been crowned in New England, while the Atlantic Division is down to one deciding game and the Mountain Division Final matchup is locked in. Game…

Six USPHL Alumni Help Lift Hamilton College to NCAA Division III National Championship

By Brandon Hofstra / April 3, 2026 / Comments Off on Six USPHL Alumni Help Lift Hamilton College to NCAA Division III National Championship

In a dramatic finish on college hockey’s biggest stage, Hamilton College captured the NCAA Division III National Championship, with six former USPHL players playing key roles in the title run, including a direct impact on the game-winning goal. Hamilton erased a 1-0 deficit and secured a 2-1 overtime victory against Hobart, with the championship moment…

Dineen Cup Playoff Update | April 2, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / April 2, 2026 / Comments Off on Dineen Cup Playoff Update | April 2, 2026

The 2026 NCDC Dineen Cup Playoffs Continue. Here’s Where Things Stand Across All Divisions. Several series have begun to take shape while others remain tightly contested as teams battle for a spot in the next round. Woodstock Slammers 2, Lewiston MAINEiacs 1Woodstock evened the NE North Division Final at 1-1, getting second-period goals from Grant…

Monday NCDC Playoff Recaps | March 30, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / March 31, 2026 / Comments Off on Monday NCDC Playoff Recaps | March 30, 2026

The opening games of multiple NCDC playoff series got underway on March 30, with several tightly contested matchups setting the tone for the postseason. South Shore Kings 2, Islanders Hockey Club 1South Shore struck twice in the third period to erase a 1-0 deficit and take Game 1 over the Islanders Hockey Club. Eli Heinze…

Commitment Profile: South Shore Kings Forward Eli Heinze Commits To Harvard University

By Brandon Hofstra / March 30, 2026 / Comments Off on Commitment Profile: South Shore Kings Forward Eli Heinze Commits To Harvard University

South Shore Kings forward Eli Heinze is excited to announce his NCAA Division I commitment to Harvard University for the 2026 season. Heinze, 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. His commitment comes after…

Saturday Final Scores | March 28

By Brandon Hofstra / March 29, 2026 / Comments Off on Saturday Final Scores | March 28

Islanders Hockey Club 5, Northern Cyclones 1Islanders Hockey Club punched their ticket to the New England East Division Final with a convincing 5-1 win over the Northern Cyclones, taking the series 3-2. Liam Normann led the way with two goals, while Jacob Duval also found the back of the net. IHC controlled the middle frame…

FLORIDA SURGE APPROVED FOR NCDC & Premier MEMBERSHIP, TO BEGIN PLAY IN 2026-27

By Brandon Hofstra / March 28, 2026 / Comments Off on FLORIDA SURGE APPROVED FOR NCDC & Premier MEMBERSHIP, TO BEGIN PLAY IN 2026-27

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) has announced the addition of the Florida Surge as a new member of the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) and USPHL Premier, set to begin play in the 2026-27 season. Based in Jacksonville, FL, the Surge will bring elite-level junior hockey and a proven development model to one…

NCDC Friday Finals | March 27, 2026

By Brandon Hofstra / March 28, 2026 / Comments Off on NCDC Friday Finals | March 27, 2026

Mercer Chiefs 4, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights 0The Mercer Chiefs put together a complete effort to earn a 4-0 shutout over Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Justin Ouellet opened the scoring, with Tyler Rothstein, Nicholas Rockey, and Jacob Prud’homme adding goals as Mercer pulled away. The Chiefs outshot the Knights 40-32 in the win. Rock Springs Miners 4, Casper Warbirds 1Rock…

NCDC Playoff Update: Semifinals Continue Across New England Divisions

By Brandon Hofstra / March 26, 2026 / Comments Off on NCDC Playoff Update: Semifinals Continue Across New England Divisions

Playoff action continued Wednesday night across the NCDC’s New England divisions, with several teams advancing and others forcing decisive matchups.