College Hockey South to Host 2026 Prospect Showcase in Nashville NASHVILLE, Tenn. — College Hockey South (CHS), in partnership with Verbero Hockey, is proud to announce the 2026 CHS Prospect Showcase, returning to Nashville, Tennessee, for its second consecutive summer after a highly successful inaugural event. The three-day showcase will take place July 17–19, 2026, and is designed to inform, educate, and connect prospective men’s and women’s student-athletes—and their famil

College Hockey South is proud to officially announce the 2026 CHS Conference Playoffs, set for February 26 through March 1, 2026, at the Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs, Florida. With 29 teams, 35 games across four days, and all four CHS divisions represented, this year’s postseason will be the largest tournament in conference history—a true mini nationals to close out the 2025–26 season. The event will once again be supported by Visit Lauderdale . Their support helps bring

The spotlight turns to Cincinnati this weekend as the 2026 American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) Men’s Division II Southeast Regional Tournament gets underway. Some of the top M2 programs in the country will battle for a spot at Nationals — and College Hockey South will be well represented on the ACHA stage. Three CHS teams have earned bids to the Southeast Regional, which begins play Saturday, February 21. The format is simple: win on Saturday to advance to Sunday, a

With multiple postseason positions and playoff seeding on the line, three players stood out from the pack in Week 19. Let’s find out who our three stars of the week are. 1st Star: Liam Baxter, Vanderbilt University (M3): 4 Goals, 2 Assists, 6 Points in 2 Games Played The Commodores are chasing a playoff position with only one ranking left before the playoff seeds are locked in. Liam Baxter made the difference for the Commodores as they took on the University of Tennessee Ice

The penultimate weekend of the College Hockey South regular season is in the books, and with it, three of our four divisions have their playoff seeds locked in. Let’s see how Week 19 shook out in College Hockey South. Game of the Week : Florida Tech (ACDC) at Embry-Riddle (ACDC) Both teams entered this home-and-home series assured of their spot in the playoffs. However, the third seed was still up for grabs, as Florida Tech held a one-point advantage over the Ice Eagles. A re

Another rivalry-filled weekend awaits in College Hockey South as the calendar inches closer to postseason hockey. With playoff races tightening across multiple divisions, every puck drop this weekend carries added weight—and there’s very little margin for error left. Game of the Week: Florida Tech Panthers (ACDC) vs Embry-Riddle Ice Eagles (ACDC) This week, the spotlight falls on the Space Coast as Florida Tech and Embry-Riddle square off in a massive two-game series with maj

1st Star: Nina Molina, Clemson University (W) - 8 Goals, 2 Assists, 10 Points in 2 Games Played After a disappointing weekend at the Gasparilla Showcase, Clemson’s Nina Molina had a return to form with two dominant performances against South Carolina and Alabama. Molina helped the Tigers overcome a 5-1 deficit against South Carolina in the GOTW, but they ultimately lost 7-6.  The following day, Molina was the centerpiece of an eye-popping 9-4 win over second-place Alabama. Th

One is the loneliest number, or so they say. Week 18 of College Hockey South brought intense matchups, plenty of penalties, and a major upset of the league’s #1 team. Game of the Week #1: #7 South Carolina (M3) at #1 Middle Tennessee State (M3) As one of the featured games of the week, South Carolina and MTSU brought the energy. Game 1 showcased a South Carolina team determined to make an impact after a three-week break from competition. They wasted little time, jumping ahead

With just one rankings period left before playoffs, the margins are razor thin across College Hockey South. The Women’s, M2, and ACDC divisions are set — but Men’s Division 3 still has unfinished business as teams fight for seeding and survival. Here’s where things stand as the CHS postseason looms. Women’s Division   The playoff field is officially set. Key matchups from the final weekend locked in the eight teams that will compete for this year’s CHS championship, setting t

There are so many good matchups in CHS this week that it only felt right to give the fans two Game of the Week Matchups! Game of the Week #1 - #8 South Carolina (M3) at #1 Middle Tennessee State (M3) Our first game of the week is a battle between two M3 powerhouses! Last year's national champion, #8 South Carolina Gamecocks, travels to Tennessee to face the #1 Blue Raiders, who have been atop the M3 division since the first ranking of the year.  The Gamecocks haven’t played i

We’re rounding third and heading into the home stretch for the 2025-2026 CHS Regular Season! Playoffs are less than a month away, but before we pack our bags for Coral Springs, let’s recognize our 3 Stars of the Month for January 2026. Women's Division 1st Star: Marisa Bonilla ,  University of Florida - 8 Goals, 7 Assists, 15 Points in 3 Games Played The first year Florida Gators have turned heads in College Hockey South, winning seven straight games since losing their first

College Hockey South’s inaugural women’s showcase coincided with the Gasparilla Pirate Festival, setting the stage for big moments and even bigger performances. Six women’s programs took the ice in Wesley Chapel, Florida, for a weekend of must-see hockey. This week’s three stars navigated strong competition and hit their mark. 1st Star - Averi Zhong, Auburn University (W) - 5 Goals, 4 Assists, 9 Points in 2 Games Played Auburn dropped its anchor in Gasparilla, determined to c

Week 17 delivered statement performances in the Women’s Division at the Gasparilla Showcase and meaningful positioning battles in Men’s Division 3 as teams continue to jockey for playoff spots. With the postseason fast approaching, here’s what you missed across College Hockey South over the weekend. Game of the Week: Tampa (W) vs Clemson (W) The stage was set in Wesley Chapel as Clemson, one of the newest programs in the Women’s Division, took on the CHS-undefeated Tampa Lady

She was born to be a Gator, but she wasn’t born to play hockey — at least, not on paper. With both her parents having completed their PhDs at the University of Florida, Marisa Bonilla entered the world on campus at UF Hospital. From the beginning, the orange and blue were in her blood. But unlike many athletes, hockey was not. It wasn’t a sport that chose her — it was one she chose. Two years after moving to her mother’s hometown of Stillwater, Minnesota, Bonilla began to exp

Playoff time is nearly here, but we still have one more tournament before we get to our chaotic weekend in Coral Springs, FL. Game of the Week: Tampa (W) vs Clemson (W) The Lady Spartans find themselves in a familiar spot: gatekeeping the top of the CHS  standings against a feisty newcomer. Last year, the story of the season was Alabama trying to overcome the juggernaut Tampa Lady Spartans in its inaugural season, producing three thrilling games with high stakes. Tampa ultima

Winter storms couldn’t cool these players off, with all three of our stars recording hat-tricks and leading their team to victory in week 16! 1st Star - Chloe Valente, University of South Florida (W): 6 Goals, 3 Assists, 9 Points in 2 Games Played When you face off against the USF Ice Bulls, keeping tabs on Chloe Valente is a must. In the opening game against the Florida State Seminoles, Valente was directly involved in four straight goals, scoring twice and setting up her te

Amalie Arena. 2018. Tampa Bay Lightning. Shanon Konger-Cortright borrowed season tickets from a coworker to take her children to a Lightning game—despite them initially thinking it was a terrible idea. “We ended up going, and by the end of the game, we recognized players on the banners,” Aleah Cortright recalled. “I remember driving home and seeing a Brayden Point banner on a lamppost. My brother and I pointed it out. We just fell in love with the players and the atmosphere

Winter weather couldn’t stop all the College Hockey South matchups this week, with multiple must-watch series going on in week 16! Game of the Week: Embry-Riddle (M3) vs UCF (M3) The No. 8 ERAU Ice Eagles took on the No.10 UCF Knights in a battle for playoff positioning. The Ice Eagles took the first game on home ice with a strong defensive performance, allowing only 2 goals in a 5-2 win.  The series flipped to Orlando, where the Knights found their offensive game with five d

The bump of the wagon along the path leading to the power line clearing, which turned into an outdoor rink, brought Anya Laxton her earliest memories of hockey. Winter air stung her face, a pair of skates lay next to her, and her siblings were all excited to get out there.  This was her introduction to skating, no comfort of a plush indoor rink, just her family, the ice, and freedom. Laxton’s journey took her from frozen outdoor surfaces to club hockey, and eventually to a su

With Week 16 in the books, the College Hockey South playoff picture is beginning to take shape. Key series over the past two weekends have locked in postseason berths, reshuffled standings, and tightened races across every division. As teams turn their focus toward February, each point—and each ranking spot—carries added weight. Here’s where the conference stands as the race to the CHS postseason continues. Women’s Division   Since our last standings update, the Alabama Froze

Next up in College Hockey South, a slate of contests that promise action and plenty of it- with teams getting their moment to shine on the big stage. This weekend makes history, beginning with the 16th edition of our Game of the Week. Game of the Week: Embry-Riddle Ice Eagles (M3) vs UCF Knights (M3) The UCF Knights will travel to Daytona to take on the ERAU Ice Eagles in a two-game series that promises action-packed hockey between two teams looking to rise in the CHS standin

Land ho! For the first time in conference history, College Hockey South will host a special women’s showcase during one of Tampa’s most iconic weekends—the Gasparilla Pirate Festival. The 2026 CHS Gasparilla Showcase will feature six Women’s programs competing in six games from Thursday, January 29 through Sunday, February 1, at The Nest Hockey Academy in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Participating programs include the Tampa Lady Spartans, South Florida Ice Bulls, Florida Gators, M

A new week of CHS means a new list of top players in the league! Week 15 saw standouts across several divisions, shutouts, and a double hat trick – here’s who stood out. 1st Star - Chris Scott, Kennesaw State University (M3): 7 Goals, 2 Assists, 9 Points in 2 Games Played The Kennesaw State Owls had a goal-filled weekend with their series against Austin Peay. Across two games, the Owls outscored the Governors 34-2, only allowing one goal against for each game.  Our first sta

Week 15 delivered everything College Hockey South fans could ask for—ranked matchups with postseason implications, rivalry series that shaped the playoff picture, and defensive performances that stole the spotlight. From a split in Knoxville that shook up the M3 rankings to statement sweeps across multiple divisions, the road to February tightened as teams made their push toward the postseason. Here’s how the weekend unfolded across the conference. Game of the Week: Clemson U

Get ready for another exciting weekend of College Hockey South action! With teams battling for points, positioning, and pride, this weekend promises fast-paced games, hard hits, and plenty of highlights. This week’s action is headlined by a matchup set to bring the energy, our Game of the Week. Game of the Week: Clemson University Tigers (M3) at University of Tennessee Ice Vols (M3) The Ice Vols are set to open their spring slate with an exciting home matchup against the Clem

Welcome to 2026 and the first batch of College Hockey South’s 3 Stars of the Week! Teams hit the ice for their first pieces of action in the New Year, and some delivered with stellar performances to be highlighted in this week's edition. 1st Star - BJ Riccardi, Florida Gulf Coast University (M3): 2-0-0, 0.50 GAA, 0.981% Save Percentage, 1 Shutout in 2 Games Played FGCU started its 2026 season with a doubleheader against Saint Vincent University, going 2-0 on the series. The E

The spring semester slate has officially begun, and with it comes a rapid march toward the postseason. But before diving into Week 14 action, College Hockey South first turns its attention to a milestone moment for the conference: CHS’s second-ever European tour. CHS Returns to Europe Following the overwhelming success of its inaugural European trip in early 2025—where a select CHS team competed across Austria and Germany—positive player feedback inspired Commissioner Kyle Kn

College Hockey South Announces Game Schedule, Roster, and Coaching Staff for 2026 All-Star Europe Tour College Hockey South (CHS) is proud to announce additional details for the upcoming All-Star Europe Tour, taking place January 1–9, 2026, including the official game schedule, player roster, and coaching staff that will represent CHS during the international trip to France. The CHS All-Star team will compete in four international matchups against French hockey clubs, providi

Game of the Week: Colorado Mesa University (M3) at Florida Gulf Coast University (M3) Our Game of the Week… is the only game of the week! First-year College Hockey South member Florida Gulf Coast wraps up its fall semester against the Colorado Mesa Mavericks in a matchup of top 40 ACHA M3 teams. Colorado Mesa is coming off a 4-3-0 November, which ended with a pair of road losses to the Colorado School of Mines. In fact, all three of the Mavericks’ losses in November came at t

Week 13 of College Hockey South brought the heat all around, but here are three players that stood out to us: 1st Star - Jack Richey, University of Mississippi (M3) - 4 Goals, 2 Assists, 6 Points in 2 Games Played Our First Star hails from Ole Miss (M3), a team that’s had a 5-game hot streak since defeating Arkansas 2-1 in overtime back in November. Center Jack Richey dominated in the series against APSU, leading the team offensively and helping deliver two more wins to Oxfor

Week 13 is in the books, and so is the fall semester! This semester showed us who some of the juggernauts are and which teams have some work to do in the second half of the season. Game of the Week: University South Florida Bulls (M3) at University of Tampa Spartans (M3) The No.5 University of South Florida Ice Bulls made the trip to Clearwater Ice Arena looking for the third installment of the Battle of the Bay against the No. 17 Tampa Spartans. The Spartans looked to avenge

With the fall semester finishing up, we’re rapidly approaching playoff season, and the races are heating up. One team has already clinched, and three are guaranteed a trip to playoff weekend, but 25 spots are still up for grabs as we head into the break! Women’s Division   Tampa will head into the holidays knowing its ticket to Fort Lauderdale is punched as the first College Hockey South team to clinch a postseason position. The Lady Spartans won all 10 of their conference ga

As we move deeper into the back half of the season, the intensity across College Hockey South continues to ramp up. Rivalries remain fierce, standings are tightening, and every weekend feels a little more like playoff hockey. Week 13 has no shortage of drama—and it all begins with our Game of the Week. Game of the Week: University South Florida Bulls (M3) at University of Tampa Spartans (M3) This one is going to be good. Two programs separated by only a few miles but fueled b

Our bellies are full, the leaves have fallen off the trees and hockey season is in full swing. The penultimate month of the year has come to a close, and these stars of the month stuffed the stat sheet more than your Thanksgiving turkey. Women's Division 1st Star: Marisa Bonilla, University of Florida - 12 Goals, 4 Assists, 16 Points in 3 Games Played The star forward continued her explosive offense, netting 12 of the Gators’ 31 goals and having a hand in half of them. Bonill

At College Hockey South, we are more than thankful for the talent and performances of our teams week after week. Week 12 was no exception to that, as three stars emerged from this past weekend of play. 1st Star: Matt Siciliano, Middle Tennessee State University (M3): 6 Goals, 3 Assists, 9 Points in 2 Games Played Middle Tennessee has remained unbeaten since September and undefeated in CHS play. Most notably, coming off back-to-back double-digit wins over KSU (M3).  The Blue R

From championship rematches to first-year programs making history, Week 12 delivered some of the most intense, high-scoring, and emotional games of the season. Let’s take a look back at everything that went down across College Hockey South. Game of the Week: Farmingdale State Rams (M2) at University of Tampa Spartans (M2) A national championship rematch lived up to its billing. Last season, Tampa defeated Farmingdale State 5–2 to claim the AAU Division 1 National Championship

As we approach the end of the first half of the season, the action in College Hockey South isn’t slowing down—if anything, it’s heating up. Rivalries, revenge games, playoff positioning, and national implications all headline a packed Week 12 slate. It all begins with our Game of the Week. Game of the Week: Farmingdale State Rams (M2) at University of Tampa Spartans (M2) If you followed College Hockey in any capacity last season, you can understand why this is the Game of the

A first-time team, a fantastic freshman and a familiar face make up the 3 stars for Week 11. Let’s see how each earned their spot! 1st Star: Nathan Walker, Florida Gulf Coast University (M3) - 5 Goals, 5 Assists, 10 Points in 2 Games Played The Eagles have built their success in their first year in College Hockey South with solid defense and balanced scoring. But Nathan Walker broke that mold this weekend, tallying 10 points in two games against Notre Dame. Walker’s highlight

This week in College Hockey South featured tense rivalries, major rematches, and even a historic series that brought the Fighting Irish to Florida. Across the league, 34 games were played and 356 goals were scored. Fans were treated to everything from shutouts to overtime thrillers to double-digit blowouts. Here’s everything you may have missed from an action-packed Week 11. Game of the Week: Clemson (M3) at Florida Atlantic (M3) The tenth edition of CHS’s Game of the Week fe

College Hockey South Announces International All-Star Trip to France in January 2026 College Hockey South (CHS) is proud to announce that an All-Star team comprised of players throughout the South will travel to France from January 1–9, 2026 for an unforgettable international hockey and cultural experience. This marks one of the most ambitious initiatives in CHS history, bringing together top collegiate players from across the conference for a week of competition, development

All roads lead to Fort Lauderdale!  After hosting the College Hockey South Division 2 and 3 playoffs last season, the Panthers Ice Den will be home to all 41 CHS postseason games in 2026. All four College Hockey South divisions (Women’s, M2, M3 and ACDC) will compete under one roof from Feb 26th to Mar 1st, 2026, to decide our conference championships. The Men’s Division 3 standings coincide with the release of the official ACHA Division 3 rankings, which are updated every ot

It’s Week 11 in College Hockey South, and action is heating up across the conference. Rivalries are reignited, divisional races are tightening, and several first-time matchups headline a jam-packed weekend of hockey. Game of the Week: Clemson (M3) at Florida Atlantic (M3) This week’s spotlight shines on Boca Raton, where the Clemson Tigers travel south to face the Florida Atlantic Owls in CHS’s Game of the Week. Both teams are hungry to climb the standings and gain momentum a

As College Hockey South wrapped up Week 10, three standout performances rose to the top. 1st Star   – Kieran Ogle, Middle Tennessee State University (M3) - 4 Goals, 4 Assists, 8 Points in 2 Games Played Middle Tennessee State University made program history over the weekend, capturing its first-ever College Hockey South Veterans Cup. The Blue Raiders rolled past Kennesaw State University in the championship game with a commanding 13-1 victory, and leading the charge was the f

Week 10 of the College Hockey South season delivered a memorable mix of pride, passion, and powerhouse performances. From the 5th-Annual Veterans Cup honoring America’s heroes to key in-state rivalries across the Sunshine State, CHS teams battled for bragging rights and critical standings points as the playoff race begins to heat up. Veterans Cup | Alabama (M3) vs Kennesaw State (M3) The Alabama Frozen Tide entered the Veterans Cup looking to bring home their second champions

The 2026 Alumni Classic: Battle for The Wirka Cup Returns to Fort Lauderdale! We’re excited to announce that the 2026 Alumni Classic – Battle for The Wirka Cup is officially set for March 20–22, 2026, at the Baptist Health IcePlex in beautiful Fort Lauderdale, Florida! Get ready for another unforgettable weekend of hockey, camaraderie, and giving back — all in support of The United For the Fallen and their mission to support Gold Star Military Families across the country. Eve

This week in College Hockey South, the spotlight shines on Huntsville, Alabama, as four teams battle for the 5th Annual Veterans’ Cup, presented in partnership with the Huntsville Sports Commission. With pride, hardware, and a tribute to America’s armed forces on the line, expect a fierce weekend of hockey. Veterans’ Cup — Preliminary Round Matchups Alabama (M3) vs Kennesaw State (M3) Alabama opens the tournament still searching for its first CHS win of the season after a 6–1

College Hockey South Week 9 has come and gone, and here are the three stars that came out on top: 1st Star - Marisa Bonilla, University of Florida (Women’s) - 3 Goals, 4 Assists, 7 Points in 1 Game Played CHS’ Women’s Division continues to impress, claiming the First Star for the second week in a row. This week’s star, Marisa Bonilla, led the Gators offensively to a 10-1 domination of the Florida State Seminoles.  In the Gators’ single game against the Seminoles, Bonilla had

Rivalry week has come and gone in College Hockey South, and these matchups delivered for CHS fans. From age-old bouts to new tensions, these weekend matchups brought moments that could shape the rest of the season for these teams. Game of the Week: Florida Atlantic (M3) at Lynn (M3) In Boca Raton, cross-town rivals Lynn University and Florida Atlantic renewed their rivalry in a high-scoring matchup over the weekend. The Owls opened up scoring early in the 1st to go up 1-0, bu

The 2025–26 College Hockey South season is in full swing. From women’s hockey to the ACDC, October had no shortage of standout moments. Here are the top stars from each division. Women's Division 1st Star: Nina Molina, Clemson University - 12 G, 4 A, 16 P in 3 GP Molina followed up her breakout September with a dominant October, leading Clemson to a 6-0-0 start to the season. 2nd Star: Claire Carson, University of Alabama - 6 G, 7 A, 13 P in 4 GP After a slow start (by her s

Emotions will be running high across the conference as Rivalry Week takes center stage in College Hockey South. Pride, standings, and bragging rights are all on the line in a packed weekend slate featuring some of CHS’s most heated rivalries. Game of the Week: Florida Atlantic (M3) at Lynn (M3) Kicking it off in South Florida, Florida Atlantic and Lynn hit the ice in the Battle for Boca. Both the Owls and the Fighting Knights currently sit at four CHS points and look to move