FAQS
When are the national championship sites awarded?
All applications must be submitted no later than October 25, 2023. Applications will be reviewed and finalized by end of December 2023.
How many teams will be competing at each level?
DIVISION |
TEAMS |
SHEETS REQUIRED |
Youth Tier I (13 Only) |
12 Teams |
2+ Sheets |
Youth Tier I (14 & Under) |
16 Teams |
2+ Sheets |
Youth Tier I (15 Only) |
16 Teams |
2+ Sheets |
Youth Tier I (16 & Under) |
16 Teams |
2+ Sheets |
Youth Tier I (18 & Under) |
16 Teams |
2+ Sheets |
Youth Tier II (14 & Under) |
32-44 Teams |
4+ Sheets |
Youth Tier II (16 & Under) |
32-40 Teams |
4+ Sheets |
Youth Tier II (18 & Under) |
32-40 Teams |
4+ Sheets |
High School (D1, D2, Prep, Girls) |
~52 Teams |
5+ Sheets |
Girls Tier I (14U, 16U, 19U) |
48 Teams |
4+ Sheets |
Girls Tier II (14 & Under) |
28 Teams |
3+ Sheets |
Girls Tier II (16 & Under) |
28 Teams |
3+ Sheets |
Girls Tier II (19 & Under) |
28 Teams |
3+ Sheets |
If I have four sheets of ice in my facility, do I have to utlize all sheets of ice?
The USA Hockey National Championship should take priority over any other activity for the duration of the tournament.
Where do I find what is required from the host?
The requirements are listed in the Host Information Handbook. We recommend that you read the handbook prior to submitting your application (even if you have hosted a USA Hockey Nationals Championship before).
Host Handbook
Click on the link below to be directed to the Host Handbook. This should answer a majority of your questions.
https://bit.ly/2024usahhostbook