Michiana High School Hockey League - MHSHL

Still interested in high school hockey for 2026-27?

MHSHL opportunities remain available for released LSJ players as families evaluate next steps following tryouts.

High school hockey offers something unique:
🏒 Representing your school/community
🏒 Rivalries & state competition
🏒 Lifelong friendships & memories

Released players currently have two available pathways:
• Southwest Michigan Blades tryouts
• MHSHL supplemental draft/player placement process

📍 SWMI Blades Tryouts
Wings Event Center - Kalamazoo, MI
🗓 May 21, 2026
⏰ 8:45 PM

Players pursuing MHSHL opportunities should contact LSJ regarding release procedures at:
[email protected]

Questions regarding MHSHL opportunities:
📧 [email protected]

🏒 Upcoming Southwest Michigan MHSHL Tryout Information for the 2026–27 Season 🏒

Families evaluating high school hockey opportunities in Southwest Michigan can find upcoming tryout information for both MHSHL member programs below.

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# # 🏒 LSJ Warriors
📍 Garden Ice Arena
📅 Tryouts: May 16, 19, & 20

# # # LSJ Eligibility
Players entering grades 9–12 for the 2026–27 school year who:
- reside in Berrien, Cass, or Van Buren counties in Michigan, and/or
- attend a Michigan high school within those counties

Homeschool students residing in those counties are also eligible.

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# # 🏒 Southwest Michigan Blades
📍 Wings Event Center
📅 Tryouts: May 21

# # # Blades Eligibility
Players entering grades 9–12 for the 2026–27 school year who:
- reside in Allegan, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, or St. Joseph counties in Michigan, and/or
- attend a Michigan high school within those counties

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Questions regarding eligibility, player placement, or MHSHL opportunities may be directed to:

📧 [email protected]

MHSHL remains committed to ensuring student-athletes and families have clear information regarding high school hockey opportunities throughout the region.

🚨🚨 TIME CHANGE 🚨🚨

🏒 **SWM Blades 2026–2027 Tryouts** 🏒
Ready to hit the ice? This is your shot.

📅 **Thursday, May 21st**
⏰ **8:45 – 9:45 PM**
📍 Wings Event Center
🔥 **One night only — don’t miss it!**

💲 Tryout Fee:
• $20 (FREE for returning players)
• Venmo: -Hockey

📝 **Register now:**
Scan the QR code on the post or use the link:
https://forms.gle/nsbzqNtMHDvoVg2g6

📌 **Important:**
A team deposit is required at registration to secure your roster spot:
• $500 (new players)
• $300 (returning players)
• Venmo preferred: -Hockey

See you at the rink! 🏒🔥

We’ve received a lot of questions about player options and the upcoming MHSHL draft — so here’s everything you need to know.

The April 21 draft will proceed as planned for Indiana-based players. For Michigan-based players, a separate draft opportunity will be held to ensure every player who wants to play in MHSHL has a clear path forward.

If you’re still evaluating options, that’s completely fine. Our goal is to provide a structured, transparent process with opportunities for all players.

👇 Full FAQ below

MHSHL Player Placement FAQ (2026–27 Season)
1. Who should attend the April 21 draft skate?

The April 21 draft skate is intended for Indiana-based players.

If your player attends a high school in Indiana, they should plan to attend as scheduled.

2. Should Michigan-based players attend the April 21 draft skate?

No.

Players who attend high school in Michigan should not attend the April 21 draft skate. A separate draft and skate opportunity will be scheduled specifically for Michigan-based players.

3. Will there be another draft for Michigan players?

Yes.

MHSHL will hold a separate draft for Michigan-based players who wish to participate in the league. Details, including date and format, will be shared as they are finalized.

4. Who is eligible for the Michigan-based draft?

Michigan-based players who:

Choose not to participate in a school-based program, or
Are not placed on a school-based team

will be eligible for MHSHL placement.

5. What if my player is still deciding between different options?

That’s completely fine.

We understand many families are evaluating different paths. MHSHL will continue to provide a clear and flexible placement opportunity, and there is no requirement to make an immediate decision.

6. Will every player who wants to play MHSHL be placed on a team?

Yes.

Our goal is to ensure that every player who wants to participate in MHSHL will have a team placement opportunity.

7. Can players request to be placed with friends or teammates?

No.

Teams are formed through a draft process designed to ensure competitive balance across the league. As a result, players are not placed based on requests to be with specific teammates or friends.

If an existing club team structure remains in place (such as a returning program), those players may remain together within that structure. Otherwise, all players will be placed through the draft.

8. How are teams formed?

Teams are formed through a draft process designed to:

Promote competitive balance
Distribute talent evenly
Provide development opportunities for all players

League leadership works with coaches to build complete and balanced rosters.

9. What should players bring to the draft skate?

Players should bring:

Full hockey equipment
A light and dark jersey
Water bottle

Additional details will be provided prior to each skate session.

10. Are all players eligible for the MHSHL draft?

Not all players will be eligible for draft placement.

Players who are part of an existing MHSHL member program (such as a returning team) will remain with that program and are not part of the draft pool.

Players currently rostered within an established program are expected to continue within that structure and are not eligible to enter the draft.

The draft process is intended for players who are not already part of an existing team structure.

11. Where can I get updates and additional information?

Updates will be posted on our website:

www.michianahockey.org

You can also contact the league directly at:
[email protected]

Planning to play high school hockey in MHSHL next season?

We’re holding a Virtual Incoming Player Meeting on Thursday, April 2 at 7:30 PM to walk through team assignments, the draft process, and what to expect for the 2026–27 season.

For the meeting link, contact:
[email protected]

Reminder! Tonight at 7:30 in the Ice Box dryland room!

ICYMI: MHSHL Incoming Player Meeting / Survey

Players and families interested in high school hockey for the 2026–27 season are invited to attend our upcoming informational meeting.

📍 In-Person Meeting
Tuesday, March 31 – 7:30 PM
Ice Box – 1421 S Walnut St, South Bend

💻 Virtual Option
Thursday, April 2 – 7:30 PM

This meeting will cover the MHSHL team assignment process and draft, and representatives from MHSHL teams will be present to answer questions about their programs.

The meeting is open to any player considering high school hockey next season, including current travel players and students across multiple grade levels.

If you are unable to attend in person, please join us for the virtual session. Connection details will be posted on MHSHL social media.

Also, please fill out the following survey: https://forms.gle/6icinUunFqUXrX676

Questions:
David Glasgow, Commissioner
[email protected]

MHSHL 2026 Draft – Date Set!

The Michiana High School Hockey League Draft has been scheduled for April 21 at the Ice Box.

If you’re an incoming Indiana high school player not assigned to Penn, St. Joseph, Marian, Riley, or Adams via school enrollment, this is your path into MHSHL hockey.

Note: The draft is for Indiana-based players only. If you reside in the LSJ district (SW Michigan), you will try out with them instead.

📍 Ice Box Skating Rink – South Bend
🕡 Draft Skate: 6:30 PM
🏒 Draft: Immediately following

💲 $300 (applied to first season’s fees)

If you have not yet completed the Incoming Player Survey, please scan the QR code on the flyer or visit:

👉 michianahockey.org

Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

ICYMI: MHSHL Incoming Player Meeting / Survey

Players and families interested in high school hockey for the 2026–27 season are invited to attend our upcoming informational meeting.

📍 In-Person Meeting
Tuesday, March 31 – 7:30 PM
Ice Box – 1421 S Walnut St, South Bend

💻 Virtual Option
Thursday, April 2 – 7:30 PM

This meeting will cover the MHSHL team assignment process and draft, and representatives from MHSHL teams will be present to answer questions about their programs.

The meeting is open to any player considering high school hockey next season, including current travel players and students across multiple grade levels.

If you are unable to attend in person, please join us for the virtual session. Connection details will be posted on MHSHL social media.

Also, please fill out the following survey: https://forms.gle/6icinUunFqUXrX676

Questions:
David Glasgow, Commissioner
[email protected]

Congratulations to all the MHSHL teams for a great season. MHSHL had 8 teams that made the quarter finals in the season ending JV tournament and the state varsity playoffs. Unfortunately only 1 (Angola) made the final game. We had 3 teams in 4A, 2 in 3A, 1 in 2A, 2 in 1A plus Munster JV & Bishop Noll Blue from our MHSHL Grey division this year to actually bring us up to 4 teams in 1A. Our teams were seeded -

St Joe Blue in 4A seeded 3
Penn Gold in 4A seeded 4
Marian-Riley in 4A seeded 5
Adams in 3A seeded 2
LSJ in 3A seeded 4
SWMB in 2A seeded 4
St Joe White in 1A seeded 1
BNI Blue in 1A seeded 4
Penn Black in 1A seeded 5
Munster JV in 1A seeded 7

While we did not take home any trophies this year, the players, coaches and families did a great job, played their hearts out and represented MHSHL well! Next season will be here before you know it and MHSHL teams expect to do even better next year.

Best of luck to all the MHSHL teams, players and coaches. Have a great summer as you prepare for next year.

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