REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE 2026 NEW ENGLAND STATES RIVALRY CHALLENGE

Registration for the 2026 New England States Rivalry Challenge is now officially open, and we’re excited to welcome players, coaches, and families from across the region as the tournament returns for its 6th year.

Built around the pride of representing your state, the Rivalry Challenge brings together top players from New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, and Vermont to compete in a fast-paced, highly competitive tournament format.

Over the past five years, the event has grown into one of the most exciting youth hockey showcases in New England, highlighting elite talent and creating unforgettable matchups between the region’s top players.

This event is designed to showcase high-level competition while giving athletes the opportunity to compete alongside and against some of the best players in New England.

Over the course of the weekend, teams will battle through a series of games that highlight the intensity and pride of state-vs-state competition. With packed arenas, passionate fan bases, and high-level hockey on display, the Rivalry Challenge delivers an experience that players and families remember long after the final buzzer.

But the tournament is about more than just winning games. It’s about building connections, creating lifelong memories, and celebrating the incredible hockey culture throughout New England.

Players who are interested in participating can visit the Player Inquiry Page and fill out the inquiry form to be considered for their state’s roster.

Throughout the coming months, this page will be your home for tournament news and updates, including:

• Team announcements

• Tournament updates

• Schedule releases

We’re excited to kick off the 6th year of the New England States Rivalry Challenge, and we can’t wait to see the rivalries unfold on the ice.

Stay tuned as the rivalry continues.