Blizzard Cup Championship Recap
The Blizzard Cup, held in Southern New Jersey from January 18-20, 2025, brought together competitive youth hockey teams across divisions from 10U to 18U. Each championship game showcased the skill and determination of the players, making for an exciting weekend of hockey. Here’s a look at the championship matchups.
10U AA Championship Recap
The Jersey Shore Wildcats (2-2-0) claimed the 10U AA division title with a commanding 7-2 victory over the Long Island Gulls (0-4-0). The Wildcats broke the game open in the third period, scoring four unanswered goals to secure the championship.
10U A Championship Recap
The Cutting Edge Cobras (4-1-0) earned a hard-fought 1-0 win over the Palmyra Black Knights (Merrill) (4-1-0) in the 10U A division championship. The Cobras scored the decisive goal in the third period and relied on strong defensive play to secure the shutout victory.
10U B Championship Recap
The Palmyra Black Knights (Stephenson) (5-0-0) took home the 10U B division title with a 3-2 win over the Long Island Edge (3-2-0). Both teams played a close game, but Palmyra's strong second period made the difference, helping them secure the championship.
12U AA Championship Recap
The Philadelphia Blazers (5-0-0) defeated the Skylands Kings (3-2-0) 4-1 to win the 12U AA championship. The Blazers set the tone early with two first-period goals and maintained control throughout the game to secure the title.
12U A Championship Recap
Team Philadelphia (6-0-0) edged out the Palmyra Black Knights (4-2-0) with a 3-2 victory in the 12U A division championship. The game was tied going into the third period, but Team Philadelphia scored three unanswered goals to capture the championship.
12U B Championship Recap
The Palmyra Black Knights (Mullins) (4-1-0) triumphed over Snider Hockey (3-2-0) in a close 2-1 game to win the 12U B division title. A decisive third-period goal by Palmyra sealed the victory and their championship run.
13U AA Championship Recap
The Mercer Chiefs (4-1-0) secured the 13U AA division title with a 4-2 win over the Hollydell Hurricanes (3-2-0). A strong third period, where the Chiefs scored two goals, helped them pull away and claim the championship.
14U AA Championship Recap
The Palmyra Black Knights (4-1-0) clinched the 14U AA championship with a thrilling 2-1 overtime win over the Philadelphia Blazers (4-1-0). The Black Knights scored the game-winning goal in overtime to cap off their championship performance.
14U A Championship Recap
The Palmyra Black Knights (Putt) (4-1-0) captured the 14U A division championship with a 4-1 victory over Flyers Youth (4-1-0). After trailing early, the Black Knights surged ahead with four unanswered goals to secure the title.
14U B Championship Recap
The Skylands Kings (4-2-0) edged out the Palmyra Black Knights (Patrick) (5-1-0) with a 2-1 overtime victory to win the 14U B division championship. The Kings’ decisive overtime goal capped off a closely contested game.
15U AA Championship Recap
The Mercer Chiefs (4-1-0) defeated the NJ Jets (3-2-0) 2-1 in an overtime thriller to win the 15U AA championship. The Chiefs scored the game-winning goal in overtime, showcasing their resilience and determination.
16U AA Championship Recap
The York Devils (5-0-0) dominated the AC Sharks (3-2-0) with a 3-0 shutout to take home the 16U AA division championship. The Devils’ defense was impenetrable, and their early lead proved enough to secure the title.
18U AA Championship Recap
The Grundy Senators (5-1-0) defeated the Lancaster Firebirds (4-2-0) 3-0 to win the 18U AA championship. A solid defensive effort and timely scoring propelled the Senators to a shutout victory.
18U A Championship Recap
The Philadelphia Blazers (5-0-0) claimed the 18U A division title with a 4-2 win over the Mid State Mustangs (3-2-0). A strong third period from the Blazers ensured their undefeated run through the tournament.
The Blizzard Cup in Southern New Jersey showcased the talent and dedication of youth hockey players across all divisions. Congratulations to the champions for their outstanding performances and to all participants for a weekend of competitive hockey.