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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: SNIDER HOCKEY

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with Snider Hockey, an organization where the game represents an opportunity to develop both on and off the ice.

Opportunity on the Ice. Excellence Beyond It.

Snider enters the season with 12 teams spanning 8U through 18U, including two teams at every age level. With teams competing in both the DVHL and EJEPL, players throughout the program will face a demanding schedule built around meaningful competition and continued development.

After a summer filled with camps, practices, and preparation, Snider is ready to turn that offseason work into results. But the program's definition of success extends well beyond wins and losses.

At its foundation are six values: Accountability. Excellence. Inclusiveness. Integrity. Opportunity. Teamwork. Those principles guide a program committed to developing hockey players while emphasizing academic achievement, community involvement, leadership, and personal growth.

One of Snider's greatest strengths is also coming full circle. Former Snider players are increasingly returning as coaches, giving today's athletes mentors who understand their journey because they once stood exactly where they do.

Twelve teams. Two at every age level. One standard.

The next generation of Snider Hockey is ready.

Read the complete Snider Hockey Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-snider-hockey/

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Sep 2

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: STAMPEDE HOCKEY CLUB

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Stampede Hockey Club, an organization entering the new season with momentum, higher expectations, and plenty of unfinished business.

Fast. Hard. Together.

Coming off a strong 2025–26 campaign that featured three DVHL playoff teams, a 14U A American runner-up finish, and an 16U A American DVHL Championship, the Stampede are ready to raise the level again.

This season, Stampede will field five DVHL teams from 10U through 18U, with several groups moving into more competitive divisions. Among the teams to watch are a talented 12U A American squad and the defending champion 16U group, which moves to A National with an opportunity to chase a three-peat.

With 75 players across five DVHL teams, the Stampede remain a close-knit organization built around experienced coaching, player development, accountability, and community. Their style reflects their identity — fast, competitive, structured, and aggressive.

And with tougher divisions come bigger games, familiar opponents, and rivalries that are only getting stronger.

The message for 2026–27 is simple:
Bring energy. Bring effort. Represent the Stampede with pride every time you step on the ice.

Read the complete Stampede Hockey Club Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-stampede-hockey-club/

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Sep 1

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: HUNTSMEN YOUTH HOCKEY

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with a new chapter for Huntsmen Youth Hockey — bringing decades of hockey tradition together under one name and one developmental pathway.

One Name. One Pathway. Fear the Deer.

For the first time, players at Power Play Rinks will have a unified hockey identity designed to take them from their first experiences on the ice all the way to Junior Hockey.

The Huntsmen enter 2026–27 with 14 teams competing across the DVHL and EJ League, including three teams each at 8U, 10U and 12U, along with two 14U teams and two 16U teams. The organization is also investing in additional player development with dedicated skill sessions focused on skating, puck handling, passing, shooting, and hockey IQ.

The pathway begins even earlier with developmental programs at 6U, 10U, and 12U, while the addition of a U12 girls team competing in the Mid-Atlantic Women's Hockey Association creates another important opportunity to grow the game.

The name and uniforms may be new, but the foundation remains the same: develop hockey players, give them opportunities to keep moving forward, and build a pathway from developmental hockey through Junior Hockey.

Huntsmen Hockey. Fear the Deer.

Read the complete Huntsmen Youth Hockey Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-huntsmen-youth/

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Aug 31

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: HATFIELD ICE HAWKS
The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Hatfield Ice Hawks, a program with a focused mission: provide players with a competitive, encouraging, and fun environment where development always comes first.

Development Today. Opportunity Tomorrow.

This season, the Ice Hawks will field one 14U team, bringing together returning players and newcomers for a year centered on growth, competition, and preparing athletes for their next step.

What makes Hatfield unique is its place within a larger developmental pathway. Players can begin in the rink's in-house program, compete with the Ice Hawks, and eventually progress into Genesis Hockey Club — giving young athletes a clear opportunity to continue advancing without leaving the Hatfield hockey community.

On the ice, expect a team that plays hard, structured, and defensively responsible hockey while encouraging creativity with the puck. Off the ice, the emphasis remains on respect, teamwork, sportsmanship, and integrity.

And when the schedule comes out, there's one opponent that always gets some extra attention — the Quakers.

The Ice Hawks aren't measuring success by how many teams they have. They're measuring it by how many players they help move forward.

Read the complete Hatfield Ice Hawks Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-hatfield-ice-hawks/

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Aug 28

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: WILMINGTON NIGHTHAWKS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Wilmington Nighthawks, a program entering the new season with momentum after one of the most memorable campaigns in club history.

Community. Development. Competition.

Last season, Wilmington's 18U AA Nighthawks finished 35-7-2, captured the AAHA Delaware 18U National-Bound Championship, and earned the opportunity to represent the Atlantic Affiliate at the 2026 USA Hockey Tier II 18U National Championship.

Now, the focus turns to what comes next.

The Nighthawks will field three DVHL teams at 10U A American, 14U A National, and 18U AA, while continuing to strengthen a developmental pathway that begins with Learn to Skate and Learn to Play and progresses through in-house, 8U travel, and DVHL hockey.

At the heart of the organization is one word: Family. Coaches, parents, volunteers, and players share a commitment to creating a hockey community where young athletes can develop, compete, build relationships, and enjoy the game.

And, of course, there's one matchup everyone circles on the calendar — the Battle of Delaware against the Delaware Jr. Blue Hens.

After a championship season and a trip to Nationals, the standard has been established. Now the next generation of Nighthawks gets its opportunity.

Read the complete Wilmington Nighthawks Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-wilmington-nighthawks/

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Aug 27

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: WILKES-BARRE JR. PENS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Wilkes-Barre Jr. Pens — a program built on nearly three decades of tradition and focused on developing the next generation of hockey players.

Built on Tradition. Driven by Development.

Founded in 1997, the Jr. Pens enter the season with nine travel teams and representation at every major travel age level from 8U through 18U. With AA opportunities at both 14U and 16U, the organization has created a competitive pathway that allows players to continue challenging themselves as they develop.

At the center of the program is The Jr. Pens Way — five values that shape expectations throughout the organization:

Respect. Accountability. Teamwork. Sportsmanship. Community.

The Jr. Pens also enjoy a unique connection to professional hockey through their longstanding relationship with the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, giving young players and families a direct link to the professional game in their own community.

This season's theme is Momentum — continuing to develop players, compete against strong DVHL opponents, and represent Northeastern Pennsylvania with pride.

Develop players the right way. Compete with pride. Represent Northeastern Pennsylvania with class.

Read the complete Wilkes-Barre Jr. Pens Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-wilkes-barre-jr-pens/

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Aug 26

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: READING JR. ROYALS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with one of the league's fastest-growing organizations — the Reading Jr. Royals!

Growing Fast. Competing Higher. Developing the Next Generation.

The Jr. Royals are intentionally moving teams into stronger competitive divisions this season, challenging players to improve, learn how to compete, and become more confident as the year progresses. Their philosophy is straightforward:

"Development comes first. Winning is the bonus."

That commitment starts at the youngest levels, where Reading will field three 8U teams and three 10U teams, including a 10U AA team, creating a strong foundation for continued growth throughout the organization.

Players also benefit from a unique connection with the ECHL's Reading Royals, providing opportunities to interact with professional players and coaches through practices and clinics — giving young athletes a firsthand look at where the game can take them.

More players. More teams. Stronger competition. Higher expectations.

Year three is ready to begin.

Read the complete Reading Jr. Royals Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-reading-jr-royals/

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Aug 25

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: QUAKERS ICE HOCKEY

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Quakers Ice Hockey Club, an organization built around three words that define its identity:

More than 50 years after the Quakers first took the ice, the mission remains the same — compete, develop, build friendships, and make every player proud to be a Quaker.

Established in 1973, the Quakers enter the new season with more than 250 players and 18 teams.

From 6U through 18U, the Quakers have created a developmental pathway designed to challenge players while keeping them connected to one unified organization. The philosophy behind it is simple:

"Our players are known by name, not number."

Read the complete Quakers Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-quakers/

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Aug 24

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: PHILADELPHIA LITTLE FLYERS GIRLS HOCKEY

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Philadelphia Little Flyers Girls Hockey program — an organization with 57 years of tradition and a clear vision for growing the girls' game.

With approximately 390 players across 19 teams, the Little Flyers have built a developmental structure designed to give young athletes opportunities to learn, compete, grow, and see a pathway to higher levels of hockey.

This season, the Little Flyers will field two DVHL girls teams at the 10U and 12U levels, placing an important emphasis on building from the bottom up. The focus is on creating strong foundations in skating, puck skills, hockey IQ, confidence, teamwork, and — most importantly — a love for the game.

With a pathway extending through Junior A, younger players can see firsthand where their development can take them. It's a culture centered on development, accountability, sportsmanship, resilience, and opportunity — with coaches focused on developing more than just hockey players.

After nearly six decades, the tradition continues — and the future of Little Flyers girls hockey is growing.

Read the complete Philadelphia Little Flyers Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-philadelphia-little-flyers/

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Aug 21

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: HERSHEY JR BEARS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with one of Central Pennsylvania's longest-standing youth hockey organizations — the Hershey Jr Bears!

Established in 1951, the Jr Bears enter their 75th season with more than 150 players and 10 travel teams representing Hershey from 8U through 19U Women.

Coming off a successful 2025–26 campaign that included an AAHA District Championship, EJEPL Silver Runner-Up finish, and a USA Hockey National Silver Stick Final appearance, Hershey is ready to raise the bar again.

A majority of the Jr Bears teams will compete at a higher level than they did last season, while the organization also welcomes back its **entire coaching staff** — providing continuity, experience, and a strong foundation for the year ahead.

For 75 years, Hershey Jr Bears hockey has been about more than wins and losses. It's about tradition, development, sportsmanship, respect, and creating opportunities for the next generation of hockey players.

The tradition is well established. Now the 2026–27 Jr Bears get their opportunity to add to it.

Read the complete Hershey Jr Bears Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-hershey-jr-bears/

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Aug 20

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: DELCO PHANTOMS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Delco Phantoms, an organization entering its 29th year with a clear philosophy:

Development First. From 6U through 18U.

The Phantoms enter the new season with **13 teams and more than 200 players**, continuing a long-standing commitment to building strong hockey players, teammates, and young people.

One of the biggest developments this season is the addition of a 6U program, creating a complete developmental pathway from 6U through 18U and giving the club's youngest players an opportunity to learn the game in an environment centered on skill development, confidence, and fun.

With new coaches joining the organization and several teams ready to make an impact, the Phantoms continue to invest in their players while building for the future.

The mission goes beyond wins and losses: discipline, accountability, confidence, respect, and teamwork.

As the Phantoms look toward 2026–27, the goal is simple — make every player better, both on and off the ice.

Read the complete Delco Phantoms Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-delco-phantoms/

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Aug 19

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: DELAWARE JR. BLUE HENS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series continues with the Delaware Jr. Blue Hens, an organization celebrating an incredible milestone this season — 30 years of youth hockey!

With eight travel teams, approximately 120 players, and programs spanning the youth hockey age levels, the Blue Hens enter their anniversary season committed to the principles that have helped define the organization for three decades:

Development. Community. Excellence.

From a strong developmental pathway and experienced coaching staff to a family atmosphere that extends well beyond the rink, the Blue Hens are focused on developing the whole player while creating an environment where young athletes are supported, challenged, and excited to come to the rink.

Thirty years after the journey began, the next chapter of Blue Hens hockey is ready to be written.

Read the complete Delaware Jr. Blue Hens Season Preview at the link below!
https://dvhl.org/season-preview-delaware-jr-blue-hens/

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Aug 18

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🏒 DVHL SEASON PREVIEW: CENTRAL PENN PANTHERS

The 2026–27 DVHL Season Preview Series begins with a look at the Central Penn Panthers!

With 14 teams spanning every age division from 8U through 18U and more than 220 members wearing the Panthers colors, Central Penn enters the new season focused on continued growth, development, competition, and a culture built around doing things the right way.

“Our goal has never simply been to build more teams. It’s to build better hockey players, better teammates, and better young people.”

From a deep coaching staff and competitive teams to a strong sense of family throughout the organization, the Panthers are ready to raise the standard again in 2026–27.

Read the complete Central Penn Panthers Season Preview at the link below!

https://dvhl.org/season-preview-central-penn-panthers/

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Jul 4

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Today, we celebrate 250 years of American independence and the freedoms that have shaped our nation since 1776.

As we gather with family, friends, and our communities, we proudly honor the generations of men and women whose courage, sacrifice, and service have made this milestone possible.

From all of us at the Delaware Valley Hockey League, we wish you a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July.

🇺🇸 Happy 250th Independence Day, America! 🎆🏒

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Jun 21

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Happy Father's Day to all the incredible Hockey Dads! ☕🏒

From early morning drives to the rink and countless hours spent cheering from the stands, to tying skates, carrying gear, and offering encouragement after every game — your dedication helps make our hockey community stronger every day.

Thank you for the time, sacrifice, support, and love you give to your players and teams. Today, we celebrate all the dads who make the hockey journey possible.

Wishing you a wonderful Father's Day filled with family, appreciation, and maybe even a hot cup of coffee.

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May 25

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Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage, service, and selflessness will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, the DVHL proudly remembers and honors our fallen heroes and the families who carry their legacy forward.

May we always reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of their sacrifice.

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May 10

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Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible Hockey Moms! 🌸🏒

From the early morning practices and long road trips to the endless support in the stands, your dedication, sacrifice, and love never go unnoticed. You are the heart behind every player's journey.

Thank you for all you do for your athletes, your teams, and our hockey community. Wishing you a day filled with love, appreciation, and celebration — you deserve it! 💐❤️

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Apr 5

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🐣🏒 Happy Easter from the DVHL! 🌷🥅
Wishing all of our players, coaches, families, and clubs across the Delaware Valley Hockey League a joyful and relaxing Easter holiday. May your day be filled with family, laughter, and maybe even a little hockey talk around the table.

Thank you for making this season special with your passion, sportsmanship, and love for the game. We're proud of every team and every player who makes the DVHL community so strong.

Enjoy the holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at the rink soon!

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Mar 24

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🚨 OT THRILLER AT THE GREAT 8's SHOOTOUT! 🚨

What an incredible finish to an unforgettable event! The DVHL Great 8's Shootout delivered excitement from start to finish, and it all came down to OVERTIME.

💥 FINAL — OT
🟢 Team Green: 3
⚫ Team Black: 2

In spectacular fashion, Team Green buried the overtime game-winner, sending the crowd into celebration and closing out the event with pure hockey excitement!

This showcase of the DVHL's top 2017 birth year players was the perfect way to cap off their 8U half-ice careers and launch them into the 10U full-ice hockey journey. The energy, the smiles, the teamwork, and the competition — everything that makes youth hockey special was on full display.

The future of DVHL hockey is incredibly bright.

Congratulations to all players, coaches, and clubs who made the Great 8's Shootout such a memorable experience!

The next stop… FULL ICE HOCKEY. 🏒💪

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Mar 20

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🏒✨ THE GREAT 8's SHOOTOUT IS BACK! ✨🏒

The Delaware Valley Hockey League is proud to once again host the Great 8's Shootout — a premier, full-ice showcase for the league's top 2017 birth year players!

This special event, authorized by the Atlantic District, gives our rising stars the chance to take the next step — transitioning from half-ice to full-ice play in a fun, competitive environment.

📍 Location: Power Play Rinks
📅 Date: Sunday, March 22
⏰ Time: 9:20 PM

This is more than just a game — it's a celebration of development, teamwork, and the next chapter in each player's hockey journey. A perfect way to close out U8 hockey and get ready for what's ahead!

#DVHL #Great8sShootout #MiteHockey #FutureStars #FullIceJourney 🏒🔥

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Mar 12

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Good luck to all of our DVHL clubs as we enter evaluation season! Wishing every player the opportunity to showcase their hard work, compete, and take the next step in their hockey journey.

Here are the Wilkes-Barre Jr Pens evaluation dates and times.
8U
March 16 — 6:00P
March 17 — 6:00P

10U
March 16 — 6:00P
March 17 — 6:00P

12U
March 16 — 7:15P
March 17 — 7:15P

Best of luck to all players and organizations as we prepare for another exciting season of DVHL hockey. 🏒

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Mar 12

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Good luck to all of our DVHL clubs as we enter evaluation season! Wishing every player the opportunity to showcase their hard work, compete, and take the next step in their hockey journey.

Here are the Wilmington Nighthawks evaluation dates and times.
8U
March 17 — 6:10P
March 24 — 6:10P

10U
March 16 — 7:30P
March 17 — 6:10P
March 24 — 6:10P

12U
March 16 — 7:30P
March 17 — 7:20P
March 24 — 6:10P

Best of luck to all players and organizations as we prepare for another exciting season of DVHL hockey. 🏒

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Mar 12

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Good luck to all of our DVHL clubs as we enter evaluation season! Wishing every player the opportunity to showcase their hard work, compete, and take the next step in their hockey journey.

Snider Youth holds internal evaluations to promote from within its organization. Best of luck to all players and organizations as we prepare for another exciting season of DVHL hockey. 🏒

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Mar 12

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Good luck to all of our DVHL clubs as we enter evaluation season! Wishing every player the opportunity to showcase their hard work, compete, and take the next step in their hockey journey.

Here are the Reading Jr Royals evaluation dates and times.
8U
March 16 — 5:30P
March 17 — 5:30P

10U
March 16 — 6:45P
March 17 — 6:45P
March 18 — 5:30P

12U
March 16 — 8:00P
March 17 — 8:00P
March 18 — 6:45P

Best of luck to all players and organizations as we prepare for another exciting season of DVHL hockey. 🏒

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