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

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