Tiers

ACHA Division I hockey offers top-level non-NCAA college competition with varsity intensity, strong commitment, and opportunities for players balancing academics and serious hockey.

ACHA Division II hockey offers competitive, flexible club play for college students balancing academics and athletics, with varied commitment levels and leadership opportunities.

ACHA Division III hockey offers a flexible, community-driven competitive experience for college players balancing academics and passion for the game in a student-run, accessible environment.

House and Recreational hockey offers a fun, low-pressure environment focused on skill development, community, and participation for players of all experience levels.

Junior A – Tier I hockey is the highest junior level, providing elite competition and a direct pathway to NCAA Division I, major junior, or professional opportunities with rigorous schedules and professional standards.

Junior A – Tier II hockey is a competitive junior level focused on player development, college exposure, and advancement to higher tiers or professional opportunities.

Junior A – Tier III hockey offers a competitive developmental platform where players gain experience, improve skills, and pursue advancement opportunities in higher junior tiers or college hockey.

Junior B and C hockey offer competitive, community-based development leagues below Junior A, focusing on player growth, regional rivalries, and pathways to higher levels while balancing life commitments.

Major Junior hockey is Canada's top junior league, serving as a key development path to professional hockey with intense competition, professional environments, and significant exposure for players aged 16 to 20.

NCAA Division I hockey is the highest level of college hockey in the US, offering elite competition, scholarships, national exposure, and a pathway to professional leagues like the NHL.