Fifth Third Arena offers USA Hockey-sanctioned adult hockey leagues. Leagues offered are A, B, C and C2 levels, with a focus on parity among teams. Registration will be taken as full teams only; however, rink staff will work to connect individual players with teams looking to add to their roster. All players must provide USA Hockey confirmation and register for their specific team.
Starting Summer 2019 we will also be hosting the adult D-Velopment league for beginner players - information listed below.
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2019 Fall League Information
September 7 - December 14, with playoffs for qualified teams December 15 - 21
14 Guaranteed Game
$3,530 League Fee
$900 deposit due at time of registration
Current team priority registration starts July 3
Invitee registration begins August 1. In order to be invited you must first fill out the team profile form via the link at the bottom of the page.
Fall 2019 D-Velopment League Information
This will be a beginner league that will help continue to foster the amazing adult hockey community that has been established here at the rink. The league will stress friendly competition and learning for all participants.
Registrations will be accepted via full teams or free agents. Full team registration fee is $3,530, free agent registration TBD.
Adult Beginner Hockey Classes
Fifth Third Arena offers a one of a kind adult beginner hockey class. This program is ideal for players that are new to the ice and want to learn to skate and play the game of hockey. Players at this level will learn skating skills and the basics of the game of hockey. The class is designed to build player confidence in all aspects of the game and teach sound fundamentals in a friendly environment. Take advantage of the Fifth Third Arena Bar to socialize and talk hockey with other beginner hockey players. Open to all genders and skill levels. Equipment required: stick, helmet, skates, gloves, shin pads, and elbow pads. Hockey pants and shoulder pads are recommended but not mandatory.
Adult Intermediate Hockey Classes
This program is designed for players that have already participated in the Adult Beginner Program and players that are already comfortable on their skates. Players at this level will continue to work on their skating and stick skills. Game positioning will be introduced. The goal for this program is to get participants ready to move into beginner league play. Equipment required: stick, helmet, skates, gloves, shin pads, elbow pads, hockey pants. Recommended equipment: shoulder pads.
Adult Hockey Tournaments
Fifth Third Arena hosts multiple adult tournaments every year, below you will find the list of tournaments for 2019
Gravy Boat Championship, August 10th-11th, 2019
- 3 Games Guaranteed
- Championship and Consolation Games
- Player / Family / Friend Reception on Saturday
- Fee: $900
- For registration email pgoedjen@blackhawks.com
- This is a D level tournament that is designed for beginner adult hockey players
Draft Hockey Tournament, August 16th-18th, 2019
Adult Beginner Instructional Rat Hockey
This is a special rat hockey for beginner adult hockey players who want to play more but still want coaching. A hockey coach will be present on the ice and running a controlled scrimmage for anyone who attends. Pre-registration is required. Please visit the registration page to sign up. Fee: $12