SAVE THE DATE: THE FUTURE STARS INVITATIONAL IS SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 26-28, 2022

Back by popular demand, USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting the Future Stars Invitational at the gorgeous, state-of-the-art Buffalo River Works Sports and Entertainment Complex. Mark your calendars to travel to Northern New York with us August 26-28, 2022. Tryout information for players with birthyears of 2006 or younger (Girls 16U Division), 2007-2008 (Boys U15 Division) and 2009-2010 (Boys U13 Division) will be shared in the following weeks. This program is designed to give players an opportunity to compete for their state (MA, NJ, NY, and PA with expansion in the works).

“What an action packed and eye-opening weekend we had together at the end of August this past summer,” says Sean Green, the Director of Athletics and Sponsorship for the complex. “Look for new amenities added to our complex that will bring even more joy and entertainment opportunities to your families as they participate.”

“It’s rare you leave a tournament where everyone is happy; there always seems to be something that leaves you scratching your head,” as USA Ball Hockey’s Director of Hockey Operations, Cory Herschk, shared. “Not this event. This program is special. We are so proud of our players, coaching and managing staffs, families, and all the USABH volunteers who were able to make a dream a reality. We are thrilled to give it a go again in 2022, and every year after.” Tournament Director, Steve Gregory, can’t wait either, “Our inaugural event was a smashing success! You had to have been there on Sunday during the playoffs to feel the facility buzzing with excitement and seeing the smiles and joy on all the players faces as they were treated like professionals.” He added, “It truly had a World Championships feel to it.”

USA Ball Hockey will once again be extending an invitation to their friends from Canada, in hopes that teams from their neighboring country will return to traveling to the states. Gregory says, “The biggest change will without a doubt be having more teams. This year we will hopefully be able to play host to our Canadian friends, and perhaps a club or two from Europe since the Czech Republic is interested in participating.” USABH is also attempting to expand the number of states that participate with interest in the DC area as well as the Midwest. Gregory assured us, “We will always continue to fine tune our events to ensure it’s the highlight of the year for the players who participate.”

Cory Herschk makes it clear that various staffing positions will be retained by General Manager and Coaches, “…who did an excellent job in their roles in 2021.” Contact Herschk to find out if coaching or management positions are available in your state, or how you can be involved.

For additional information, please contact:

Steve Gregory
Tournament Director
USA Ball Hockey
sgregory@usaballhockey.com

Mare Gallen
Assistant Dir. of Hockey, FS Program
USA Ball Hockey
mgallen@usaballhockey.com

Cory Herschk
Director of Hockey Operations
USA Ball Hockey
cherschk@USABallHockey.com

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