Black Bear prefers to control its programming in its rinks. Black Bear hires elite level coaches to run its clubs and teams wherever possible. Moreover, Black Bear uniquely is able to create its own schedules and leagues to support its existing teams.
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Biggby Coffee Hockey Club will offer youth hockey teams for all youth players at every skill level, Instructional, Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III. The expanded Biggby Coffee Hockey Club is projected to have 600+ members.
The Hartford Junior Wolfpack Youth organization is one of two Tier I CHC-USA Hockey programs in Connecticut. The Wolfpack model focuses on development through superior coaching. Their team of professionals focus on intensity and pace through skill progressions and situational play. The Hartford Junior Wolfpack have boys and girls teams at all levels and pride itself in providing a fun and competitive experience for all their players.
Masson United Hockey Club is a Tier I Elite USA Hockey organization that prides itself on player development. They are focused on providing an atmosphere for each player to thrive in. MassConn teams compete in the Eastern Hockey Federation (FED) which is New England’s premier amateur minor hockey league. MassConn teams are often ranked in the top 25 in the country.
The Mercer Chiefs are a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier I travel hockey club based out of the Ice Land Skating Center in Hamilton Township, New Jersey. The Revolution are proud members of the Tier I Hockey Federation (THF). The Mercer Chiefs are also a NCDC junior hockey program who promotes player advancement through youth to junior hockey. The Mercer Chiefs also advance players through Black Bear's NAHL and USHL teams.
New Jersey Jets Elite is based out of SportsCare Arena in Randolph, NJ and plays in the Tier I Hockey Federation (THF). The club focuses on maximizing player ice time, exposure to elite competition with a AAA schedule and offering the most practice ice in the region. Jets teams have the unique opportunity to practice three times per week and only play competitive games (estimated total ice time is 200+ hours). Teams will play a thoughtfully crafted schedule consisting of showcases and competitive games that will maximize opportunities for player development and minimize redundant, lop-sided games and associated travel.
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**Due to USA Hockey rules, the NJ Jets are technically a Tier II registered club in the Atlantic District but they solely play Tier I teams and provide a practice and off-ice experience completely comparable and in many ways better than most Tier I clubs.
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The Palmyra Black Knights (“PBK”), are an elite Tier I and Tier II youth hockey program based out of Klick Lewis Arena in Annville, PA. PBK are committed to create a culture of the development of character, teamwork, hockey skill sets as well as life skill sets throughout all levels of our organization. They will constantly assess our competitive position and strive to offer programs that appeal to the Central Pennsylvania hockey community.
The Philadelphia Flyers Elite is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier I travel hockey club based out of Pennsauken Skate Zone. The Club boasts 12 alumni selected in the NHL Entry Draft and more than 80 players with NCAA Division I scholarship commitments. Through the Black Bear portfolio, Flyers Elite players have the ability to advance through Black Bear's NAHL and USHL teams.
The Philadelphia Revolution is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier I travel hockey club based out of Revolution Ice Gardens. The Revolution are proud members of the Tier I Hockey Federation (THF). The Revolution develops and prepares players for the next level of junior hockey within Black Bear's junior hockey network; including the EHL, NCDC, NAHL and USHL.
Team Maryland AAA is an elite Tier I youth hockey organization designed for players who want to play at the highest level of hockey in the United States. Team Maryland is dedicated hockey players the opportunity to move to the highest levels of hockey, whether that interest is Junior, Collegiate, or Pro. Team Maryland players will have the unique opportunity to move up the development ladder within the Black Bear organization.
TIER II CLUBS
The Allegheny Badgers are a controlled club located at the Palmer Imaging Arena in Delmont, PA. The Allegheny Youth Hockey Association was founded in 1992 and are committed to provide programs for as many boys and girls as possible who wish to participate in youth hockey.
Biggby Coffee Hockey Club will offer youth hockey teams for all youth players at every skill level, Instructional, Tier I, Tier II, and Tier III. The expanded Biggby Coffee Hockey Club is projected to have 600+ members.
The Delaware Ducks is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club and is the premier hockey organization in Delaware playing out of the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF) The Ducks are committed to developing regional hockey players and offering a path to Tier I hockey through Black Bear affiliate hockey programs, including AAA Mercer Chiefs, Revolution Elite AAA and Philadelphia Flyers Elite youth programs.
The Dupage Black Bears is a USA Hockey sanctioned program and a member of the Amateur Hockey Association of Illinois (AHAI). The club is based out of the Center Ice of Dupage. The program is designed to maximize the amount of on-ice practices and has a strong emphasis on fundamentals and skill development. The organization will field teams at the 8U and 10U levels for the 2022-2023 season and will progressively add age levels up to 18U per AHAI regulations.
The Echo Stars formed in 1973 and is a USA Hockey Tier II sanctioned program and a member of the Connecticut Hockey Conference (CHC). The club is based out of the Bolton Ice Palace in Bolton, CT. The goal of the organization is to promote youth hockey in the eastern part of Connecticut and focus on development of its players through the Black Bear Tier I affiliated programs in CT and beyond.
The Grundy Senators Hockey Club is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club that are proud members of the Atlantic District and the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The addition of this club to the Black Bear portfolio allows players within the organization to further their skill development offering opportunities to advance through our AAA Mercer Chiefs, Revolution Elite AAA and Philadelphia Flyers Elite youth programs.
The Igloo Jaguars is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club that are proud members of the Atlantic District and the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The Jaguars program offers players the necessary pipeline to advance to their desired levels through our AAA Mercer Chiefs and Revolution Elite AAA youth programs along with our Junior Hockey teams in the Eastern Hockey League, North American Hockey League and USHL.
The Jersey Shore Wildcats Hockey Club is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club that are proud members of the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF) and New Jersey Youth Hockey League (NJYHL). The Wildcats have found success since inception and are committed to developing regional hockey players and offering a path to Tier I hockey through Black Bear affiliate hockey programs.
Established in February of 2014, with the goal of creating one united youth hockey association in Lansing, Michigan and combining the hockey talent from Suburban Ice East Lansing and The Summit Sports and Ice Complex. The Lansing Hockey Club offers youth hockey teams at the house (B) and travel (A and AA) levels in the Mite through Midget age divisions. Kids can join the Sparties (ages 4-7), Mites (ages 5-8). The LHC is also a member of the West Michigan Elite Hockey Association, providing Tier 1 Hockey opportunities for all levels of hockey from Pee Wee through Midget for all District 6 communities.
Mon Valley Thunder Youth Hockey Association is a Tier ll hockey club in Western Pennsylvania. Located in the Mon Valley and South Hills they are based out of The Ice Garden in Belle Vernon.
The New Jersey Stars is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club and are proud members of the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The Stars are committed to developing regional hockey players and offering a path to Tier I hockey through Black Bear affiliate hockey programs, including AAA Mercer Chiefs, Revolution Elite AAA and Philadelphia Flyers Elite youth programs.
The North Jersey Kings is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club playing out of Skylands Ice World in Stockholm, NJ and SportsCare Arena in Randolph, NJ. The Kings are proud members of the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF) and the New Jersey Youth Hockey League (NJYHL). The Kings have found success at the team level with many championships in their 15+ year tenure and are committed to developing regional hockey players and offering a path to Tier I hockey through Black Bear affiliate hockey programs.
Established in 1997, American Heartland Ice Arena has become the preferred ice facility in the Chicago area. We offer a wide array of ice sports programs, leagues and events for people of all ages and skill levels.
Home of Delaware Ducks Youth Hockey Club 
The Palmyra Black Knights (“PBK”), are an elite Tier I and Tier II youth hockey program based out of Klick Lewis Arena in Annville, PA. PBK are committed to create a culture of the development of character, teamwork, hockey skill sets as well as life skill sets throughout all levels of our organization. They will constantly assess our competitive position and strive to offer programs that appeal to the Central Pennsylvania hockey community.
The Blazers Youth Ice Hockey Organization is a USA Hockey sanctioned program and a member of the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The Blazers organization puts a large focus on development of its youth players. The addition of this club to the Black Bear portfolio allows players within the organization to further their skill development offering opportunities to advance through our AAA Mercer Chiefs, Revolution Elite AAA and Philadelphia Flyers Elite youth programs.
The Pittsburgh Huskies Youth Hockey Organization is a Tier ll hockey club of 8U through 18U teams based out of Pittsburgh Ice Arena.
The Princeton Tiger Lilies "PTL" is a USA Hockey registered, girls ice hockey club based in New Jersey, competing in the USA Hockey Atlantic District. PTL is an active member of the Atlantic Girls Hockey Federation (AGHF) and National Girls Hockey League (NGHL) fielding teams at the U8 through U19 levels. The organization is committed to promoting and building "grass-roots" hockey for girls in the central New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania area.
Since 1992, PTL has fielded competitive tier 1 and tier 2 girls hockey travel teams at all age levels from U8 through U19. PTL's home rink is Ice Land Skating Center in Hamilton, NJ and ProSkate Ice Arena in Monmouth Junction, NJ.
The Royals Hockey Club is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club that are proud members of the Atlantic District and the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The addition of this club to the Black Bear portfolio allows players within the organization to further their skill development offering opportunities to advance through our AAA Mercer Chiefs, Revolution Elite AAA and Philadelphia Flyers Elite youth programs.
Established in 1997, American Heartland Ice Arena has become the preferred ice facility in the Chicago area. We offer a wide array of ice sports programs, leagues and events for people of all ages and skill levels.
Home of Delaware Ducks Youth Hockey Club
Southern Maryland Sabres Hockey Club promotes the growth of ice hockey and to provide the best possible experience for all participants by encouraging, developing, advancing and administering hockey. Sabres teams play in the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF) and the Chesapeake Bay Hockey League (CBHL).
The Whalers Youth Hockey Association is located at the Champions Skating Center in Cromwell, CT and are proud members of the Connecticut Hockey Conference (CHC), CT Valley Midget Hockey League and USA Hockey. The organization takes pride in developing their players and offering players the opportunity to advance to Tier I through the Hartford Junior Wolfpack Hockey Club.
The Woodbridge Wild are a recreational hockey program based out of Seven Bridges Arena in Woodbridge, IL. The Wild serve as a feeder program for the Dupage Black Bears. The Wild offer programs for players of all ages and experience levels. The main focus of the Woodbridge Wild program is to provide a safe, fun and learning environment for all its members.
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The York Devils Hockey Club is a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club that are proud members of the Atlantic Hockey Federation (AHF). The mission of the York Devils Hockey Club is to develop well-rounded young men and women through high quality hockey instruction, physical conditioning, team play and good sportsmanship. The Devils have found success since inception and are committed to developing regional hockey players and offering a path to Tier I hockey through Black Bear affiliate hockey programs.
The Youngstown Jr. Phantoms are a USA Hockey sanctioned Tier II hockey club that are proud members of the Pittsburgh Amateur Hockey League (PAHL) in the MidAm USA Hockey district. The Youngstown Jr. Phantoms strive to develop both on ice skills and off ice skills that will in turn prepare players for the next level. The Phantoms promote themselves through player development and providing the tools the players need to meet their goals. The Phantoms have found success since inception and are committed to developing regional hockey players and offering a path to pursue their hockey goals at any level (Recreational or Tier 1 hockey).
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