Category Archives: Junior
Mesa native, Jr. Coyotes, Bobcats alum Day takes next step with commitment to NCAA D-III UW-River Falls
July 27th, 2026The NAHL’s Oklahoma Warriors have announced that forward Trace Day has committed to play NCAA Division III hockey for the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. A 6-foot-4 forward from Mesa, Day is a third-year veteran of the NAHL and spent this past season splitting time with the Warriors and Austin Bruins. He started his age-out year…
USHL announces new franchises set for Phoenix, Prescott Valley
June 24th, 2026Backed by Hockey Hall of Famers Luc Robitaille, Joe Sakic, and Teemu Selanne, the USHL has announced the six West Coast markets targeted to launch teams by the 2027-28 season, along with the accompanying partners committed to expanding access to the Tier I American development path. Owners / Markets “We are excited to have received…
USHL planning expansion with new franchises to be located in Arizona, California, Nevada
June 5th, 2026In continuance of the NHL and USA Hockey’s expanded collaboration supporting advancement of the Tier I junior hockey development pathway in the United States, the USHL and a group of stakeholders have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish member clubs in Arizona, California and Nevada. “This expansion is about more than adding teams –…
Tempe native, Jr. Coyotes, DYHA grad Butler heading home with ACHA Arizona State commitment
June 5th, 2026The NA3HL’s New Mexico Ice Wolves have announced that forward Calahan Butler has committed to play ACHA Division I college hockey for Arizona State University. This past season, the Tempe native recorded 48 points in 46 games on 25 goals and 23 assists. “Proud to see the ladder of development working for deserving players like…
Bobcats grad, San Tan Valley native Bryant selected by Brighton in annual GMHL Draft
May 22nd, 2026The Greater Metro Hockey League held its annual draft on May 20, and one Arizona native was selected. San Tan Valley native and forward Mason Bryant went in the eighth round (143rd overall) to the Brighton Vikings. An Arizona Bobcats alum, Bryant put up three goals and seven points in 44 games last season for…