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OVERVIEW

Defender Hockey Tournaments ushers in the autumn season with our highly anticipated Columbus Day Invitational, a Round Robin tournament that brings together age levels ranging from 8U to 18U, promising an exciting display of skill and sportsmanship on the ice. The schedule is released 7-10 days before the event.

ARENAS

Klick Lewis Arena
101 Landings Dr, Annville, PA 17003

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Twin Ponds Arena
3904 Corey Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109

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York Ice Arena
941 Vander Ave, York, PA 17403

York City Ice Arena - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

HOTELS

16U and 18U games will played at York Ice Arena

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block. You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event.

Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 18 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled).

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

York, Pennsylvania, is a beautiful location for this exciting tournament. There are plenty of activities to do in the area, including exploring the history of the United States. York is the birthplace of the Articles of Confederation, and visitors can learn more about this important historical document at the Colonial Courthouse.

The Indian Steps Museum is also a fascinating destination, where visitors can learn about indigenous peoples and their culture. For those interested in the performing arts, the 20th-century Capitol Theatre in the Appell Center for the Performing Arts hosts seasonal events and comedy shows.

The county is also home to over 4,500 acres of public parks and dozens of biking and hiking trails, providing visitors with an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.

Restaurants

Shopping

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Oct 11-13, 2025

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A/B

DIVISION

8U-18U

ENTRY FEE

$995/team (8U)
$1,799/team (10U)
$1,849/team (12U)
$1,899/team (14U)
$2,000/team (16U)
$2,000/team (18U)

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OVERVIEW

Welcome to the Fall Classic, Chicago Hockey Tournament from September 19-21, 2025. Our tournament, catering to Tier II AA/A 10U, 12U, and 14U teams, will take place at Seven Bridges Ice Arena.

Round Robin with Playoffs (Minimum of 4 games)

ARENAS

Seven Bridges Ice Arena
‍6690 IL-53, Woodridge, IL 60517

HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block. You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event.

Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 18 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled).

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

Restaurants in Chicago

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, Address: 439 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654
The Purple Pig, Address: 444 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Girl & The Goat, Address: 809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Alinea, Address: 1723 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60614
Portillo's Hot Dogs, Address: 100 W Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60654

Activities in Chicago

Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, Address: 233 S Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60606
Navy Pier, Address: 600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Millennium Park, Address: 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60602
Art Institute of Chicago, Address: 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60603
Shedd Aquarium, Address: 1200 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605

Shopping in Chicago

Magnificent Mile, Address: N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Water Tower Place, Address: 835 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
The Shops at North Bridge, Address: 520 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
900 North Michigan Shops, Address: 900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
State Street Retail Historic District, Address: State St, Chicago, IL 60602

TOURNAMENT DETAILS

DATE

Sept 19-21, 2025

SKILL LEVEL

AA/A

DIVISION

10U-14U

ENTRY FEE

$1,799/team (10U)
$1,849/team (12U)
$1,899/team (14U)

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OVERVIEW

College Hockey Exposure Showcase, taking place at York Ice Arena. This tournament is exclusively for 16U-18U players and offers an exciting opportunity for them to kick off their season and gain exposure to many ACHA and AAU programs.

The College Hockey Exposure Showcase is a round-robin style tournament, with each team guaranteed a minimum of four games. The tournament also offers players the chance to interact with coaches and scouts, giving them the opportunity to advance their careers as hockey players.

To participate in the tournament, detailed rosters and/or recruiting profiles are required. These will be sent to college coaches, providing players with the opportunity to showcase their skills and talents to college programs.

College & Junior Scouts: Please fill out the College Exposure Showcase Scout Registration. Click Here for the Form.

ARENAS

York Ice Arena
941 Vander Ave, York, PA 17403
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Twin Pond Ice Arena
3904 Corey Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109

Klick Lewis Arena
101 Landings Dr, Annville, PA 17003

HOTELS

As a reminder, this event is a Stay to Play Event. All teams are to utilize official event hotels. Please click on the link below to secure your team block. Please make sure to designate the number of rooms needed each night when creating the block. You will then receive a confirmation email that contains the booking information to forward to the team families so they may make their individual reservations. All hotels are convenient to arenas. Please make sure families only book via the link provided. Families are not to contact the hotel directly to book rooms for the event.

Please note, the link below will allow you to initially block a maximum of 18 rooms. Once your initial block is filled, rooms can be requested . Please email ibhcbookings@gmail.com to request additional rooms (once the initial rooms have been filled).

RULES

All game day protocols can be found here

IN THE AREA

York, Pennsylvania, is a beautiful location for this exciting tournament. There are plenty of activities to do in the area, including exploring the history of the United States. York is the birthplace of the Articles of Confederation, and visitors can learn more about this important historical document at the Colonial Courthouse.

The Indian Steps Museum is also a fascinating destination, where visitors can learn about indigenous peoples and their culture. For those interested in the performing arts, the 20th-century Capitol Theatre in the Appell Center for the Performing Arts hosts seasonal events and comedy shows.

The county is also home to over 4,500 acres of public parks and dozens of biking and hiking trails, providing visitors with an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors.

Restaurants

Shopping