About The USPHL Elite

The USPHL Elite is the United States Premier Hockey League’s developmental junior league, an ideal starting point for younger junior-eligible players to start their junior careers with an eye towards advancement to higher levels of the USPHL (Premier and NCDC). Players in the USPHL Elite also pursue collegiate advancement.

More information about the USPHL Elite

• The footprint is largely Eastern Seaboard and Midwest. Divisional alignments allow for lighter travel to keep the focus on player development.
• All USPHL Elite teams are members of organizations that also have at least a USPHL Premier team as well, allowing for internal advancement. There were more than 300 call-ups to the USPHL Premier from the USPHL Elite in 2024-25.
• A number of USPHL Elite teams are also part of National Collegiate Development Conference organizations. Players have a pathway to move from Elite to Premier to the NCDC during their junior career.