Brandon Hofstra

2025-26 Season Preview: Mercer Chiefs

By Brandon Hofstra / August 29, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025-26 Season Preview: Mercer Chiefs

The 2025-26 National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season previews will provide an in-depth look at every team as they gear up for the year ahead. Leading up to opening night, a different team will be spotlighted each day. Each preview will include insights from the head coach, sharing expectations and outlooks for the upcoming season.…

NCDC Announces St. Stephen County Moose for 2025-26 Season

By Brandon Hofstra / August 29, 2025 / Comments Off on NCDC Announces St. Stephen County Moose for 2025-26 Season

The National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) is proud to welcome the St. Stephen County Moose as the newest member of the league for the upcoming 2025-26 season. The Moose will play out of the Garcelon Civic Center in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, marking the long-awaited return of high-level junior hockey to the passionate border community.…

2025-26 Season Preview: Northern Cyclones

By Brandon Hofstra / August 28, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025-26 Season Preview: Northern Cyclones

The 2025-26 National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season previews will provide an in-depth look at every team as they gear up for the year ahead. Leading up to opening night, a different team will be spotlighted each day. Each preview will include insights from the head coach, sharing expectations and outlooks for the upcoming season.…

2025-26 Season Preview: NY Dynamo

By Brandon Hofstra / August 28, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025-26 Season Preview: NY Dynamo

The 2025-26 National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season previews will provide an in-depth look at every team as they gear up for the year ahead. Leading up to opening night, a different team will be spotlighted each day. Each preview will include insights from the head coach, sharing expectations and outlooks for the upcoming season.…

Season Preview: Atlantic Division

By Brandon Hofstra / August 27, 2025 / Comments Off on Season Preview: Atlantic Division

The Atlantic Division remains one of its strongest, featuring a mix of long-standing contenders and newcomers. The 2025–26 USPHL Elite Atlantic Division promises high stakes, elite talent, and compelling storylines. Whether you’re tracking a standout forward, a future college prospect, or just want to watch a tightly contested division, this season is packed with promise.…

2025-26 Season Preview: Jersey Hitmen

By Brandon Hofstra / August 27, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025-26 Season Preview: Jersey Hitmen

The 2025-26 National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season previews will provide an in-depth look at every team as they gear up for the year ahead. Leading up to opening night, a different team will be spotlighted each day. Each preview will include insights from the head coach, sharing expectations and outlooks for the upcoming season.…

2025-26 Season Preview: Idaho Falls Spud Kings

By Brandon Hofstra / August 27, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025-26 Season Preview: Idaho Falls Spud Kings

The 2025-26 National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season previews will provide an in-depth look at every team as they gear up for the year ahead. Leading up to opening night, a different team will be spotlighted each day. Each preview will include insights from the head coach, sharing expectations and outlooks for the upcoming season.…

Season Preview: Alberta Division

By Brandon Hofstra / August 26, 2025 / Comments Off on Season Preview: Alberta Division

In 2025–26, the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) unveiled its newest regional venture: the Alberta Division, featuring six teams that will compete primarily amongst themselves. The division comprises: Bassano Beavers (Bassano, Alberta – Bassano Arena) General Manager Riley Tucker says the focus began with building the right foundation in preparation for the 2025-26 season. …

NCDC Die-Hards: Mercer Chiefs’ Justin Ouellet 

By Brandon Hofstra / August 26, 2025 / Comments Off on NCDC Die-Hards: Mercer Chiefs’ Justin Ouellet 

The decision to return to the NCDC for a second season with the Mercer Chiefs was a natural one for forward Justin Ouellet, who has embraced both the challenges and opportunities that come with competing in the Atlantic Conference.  “Deciding to come back for a second season was pretty easy,” Ouellet said. “The team has…

2025-26 Season Preview: Casper Warbirds

By Brandon Hofstra / August 25, 2025 / Comments Off on 2025-26 Season Preview: Casper Warbirds

The 2025-26 National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) season previews will provide an in-depth look at every team as they gear up for the year ahead. Leading up to opening night, a different team will be spotlighted each day. Each preview will include insights from the head coach, sharing expectations and outlooks for the upcoming season.…