# USA Ball Hockey

> The official governing body of Ball Hockey in the United States.


## Posts

- [U16 National Team News](https://usaballhockey.com/2026-u16-division-news/): Congratulations to Shannon Taylor (16 Girls) and Ryan Shannon (U16 Boys) named General Managers for this summer’s ISBHF World Junior Championships. Ryan Shannon is returning for his 4th term as GM for the U16 Boys, while Shannon Taylor has been promoted from Team Mass Future Stars coach to National Team GM. Boys tryouts are open for all who want the shot at cracking the 2026 roster. Evaluations will take place in New Cumberland, PA at Yellow Breeches Sports Center on January 17th. Shannon will work along side of his coaching staff lead by first time national team head coach, Jeremy […]
- [Shannon Turner Named ISBHF Women's Coach of the Year](https://usaballhockey.com/shannon-turner-named-isbhf-womens-coach-of-the-year/): Bratislava, Slovakia – Congratulations to Shannon Turner named 2025 Female Coach of the Year by the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation! Coach Shannon’s impact went far beyond running lines and drawing up plays on a clipboard. Her approach to ball hockey was intentional and steady, built on smart matchups, defensive discipline, and trusting the team to play the game the right way when it mattered most. She understood when to slow things down, when to push the pace, and how to put her players in positions to succeed. That confidence in the system allowed the women to play composed, […]
- [New Frostbite Series has Everyone Gearing Up for the Holidays](https://usaballhockey.com/frostbite-shop/): ❄️ Start Your Holiday Shopping with USABH 🥶 Buy for the holidays now with The Frostbite Series – available only through January 15. Grab your favorites before they’re gone! SHOPUSABALLHOCKEY.COM
- [BACK-TO-BACK NATIONAL CHAMPIONS - WILLIAMSTOWN HS](https://usaballhockey.com/nsbhl/): Congratulations to Williamstown (NJ) High School on winning back-to-back National Championships in the National Scholastic Ball Hockey League, High School Division. Williamstown defeated Penn Hills (PA) in the final 3-0 to cap off a dominant season led by USA U16 National Team Players Ian Bassilo, Jake Glenn and Gavin Ambrose. Thanks goes out to all NSBHL commissioners and officials on managing another successful season. Register your school to play or your community/town to host a division of the National League in the fall of 2026, today. Click the link below or the one found in our bio: Https://linktr.ee/usabh and visit […]
- [Shop for Your Gold Medal Gear](https://usaballhockey.com/shop-for-your-gold-medal-gear/): Get your Masters Women’s World Championship Gold Medal Gear. Click here to shop.
- [Team NJ Future Stars Coaching Opportunities](https://usaballhockey.com/futurestars-teamnj-coaching/): NEW JERSEY – Interested in becoming a head coach or an assistant coach? Register today by telling us why you deserve a chance. General Manager, Bob Kibler, and his staff will be in touch after receiving your application. For more information about the event, see the Future Stars page on our website. If you have any questions or want to find other ways to be involved with Team NJ, contact NJ GM Bob Kibler, bkibler@usaballhockey.com
- [USA Women's Masters Team Win Gold in Bratislava, Slovakia](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-masters-team-win-gold-in-bratislava-slovakia/): Congratulations to the USA Master’s (35+) Division Gold Medal winners on bringing the title back to the states after defeating Canada 2-1 in Bratislava, Slovakia. Lindsey Machak opened up the scoring in the second period. Canada quickly tied the game at 1 after putting home a loose ball at the goal crease. Lauren Gifford scored, what became, the golden goal on the Power Play late in the second period. After a missed empty net attempt, and a late penalty in the third, the U.S. Women were able to solidify the win. This marks the second gold medal for the Women’s […]
- [Inspiring the Next Generation of Ball Hockey on Long Island](https://usaballhockey.com/inspiring-the-next-generation-of-ball-hockey-on-long-island/): MASSAPEQUA, NY – Over Columbus Day weekend, USA Ball Hockey and member league Dek Superstars partnered up on Long Island to bring a free ball hockey clinic to local children and their families! Long Island has long been one of ball hockey’s best kept secrets for decades, boasting countless leagues and generations of players over the years. Dek Superstars, located in the heart of Long Island, is continuing that tradition by hosting youth programming year-round and venturing into adult leagues after their successful first two seasons as a partner of the NBHL. Owner Sebastian Giarratano’s dedication to continuing the legacy […]
- [James “Chicky” Mentis Hired as the Head Coach of the USA Men’s National Team](https://usaballhockey.com/james-chicky-mentis-hired-as-the-head-coach-of-the-usa-mens-national-team/): USA Ball Hockey is proud to announce that James “Chicky” Mentis will be leading the charge in the CzechRepublic for Team USA next June as he is hired to fulfill the role of Head Coach for the U.S. Men’sNational Team. “I’m excited to accept the Team USA Head Coaching position and eager to share my knowledge,experience and skills in leading Team USA to a World Championship,” Mentis says. “I’m even more excitedto begin working with the team to help them reach their full potential,” he continued.Mentis is an accomplished and dedicated ball hockey player and coach, with over 40-years of […]
- [Growing the Game in the Mountains of Washington State](https://usaballhockey.com/growing-the-game-in-the-mountains-of-washington-state/): WINTHROP, WA – Over Labor Day weekend, USA Ball Hockey and new partner Emerald City Ball Hockey united in the mountains of Washington state to bring a free ball hockey clinic to local children and their families! Located in Winthrop, Washington, the Winthrop rink offers stunning views and a state-of-the-art facility for ball hockey and many other sports for locals of all ages. Sal Ippolito, founder of Emerald City Ball Hockey, has been traveling to schools all over Greater Seattle in recent years to host after school programs introducing young children to the sport. This weekend, he brought his skills […]
- [USA Ball Hockey Future Stars Invitational Set to Ignite Utica, NY on August 5th](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-ball-hockey-future-stars-invitational-set-to-ignite-utica-ny-on-july-25th/): Get ready for the premier youth ball hockey event in North America! The USA Ball Hockey Future Stars Invitational is gearing up to take over Utica, NY from August 5-7, 2026, promising an action-packed weekend that showcases the brightest young talent in the sport.  Six Competitive Divisions, Over 600 Athletes This year’s invitational will feature more than 30 powerhouse teams, bringing together over 600 athletes across six divisions: Players will travel from across New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Florida, Quebec, and Niagara, making this a truly international showcase of emerging talent.  Spotlight on the U19 Women’s Division The FSI25 tournament made history by hosting 7 teams in […]
- [Team USA is Bringing Home the Hardware!](https://usaballhockey.com/team-usa-is-bringing-home-the-hardware/): PRAGUE, CZECHIA – The 2025 Ball Hockey World Junior Championships have come to a close, and Team USA has some hardware to show for their efforts! U16 Boys – Silver Medal 🥈 Our boys earned a Silver medal in the U16 category, making it all the way to the finals but coming up just short against the Czech team. The USA vs Canada semifinal matchup was one for the history books as both teams lit up the scoreboard, ultimately ending in an 8-5 win for Team USA to send them to the Gold medal game! In the finals they jumped […]
- [The Club Championships 2025: Who Will Rise, Who Will Fall?](https://usaballhockey.com/the-club-championships-2025-who-will-rise-who-will-fall/): PITTSBURGH, PA – Another year has come, and gone, and with the changing of the seasons begins the most exciting time of the year for ball hockey players, and fans; tournament season. One of the biggest tournaments of the year, and the third to take place this year in the Men’s circuit is the Club Championships taking place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Club Championships are known for attracting some of the best talent across the United States, and even a team, or two from Canada. Ahead of this year’s tournament, I was able to speak with a few individuals both […]
- [Hockey in the Mountain West Region: Red Rock Hockey Brings Opportunity to Utah and Nevada](https://usaballhockey.com/hockey-in-the-mountain-west-region-red-rock-hockey-brings-opportunity-to-utah-and-nevada/): ST. GEORGE, UTAH – Red Rock Hockey is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to promoting ball hockey throughout the Western United States. With active divisions in both St. George, Utah, and Las Vegas, Nevada, the organization gives incredible opportunities to hockey loving youth across state lines. Red Rock Hockey is officially recognized and sanctioned by USA Ball Hockey, and offers both youth and adult programs, leagues, camps, and skill development training. The organization emphasizes community involvement and inclusivity of all players. Their mission is to make hockey accessible to all individuals no matter their age, ability, or location. Humble […]
- [Knapper Debuts Epic Commercial Featuring Team USA Superstars Jonny Ruiz and Becky Dobson](https://usaballhockey.com/knapper-debuts-epic-commercial-featuring-team-usa-superstars-jonny-ruiz-and-becky-dobson/): MONTREAL, QC – Last month, USA Ball Hockey’s official equipment sponsor, Knapper, debuted their epic 1-minute long commercial, featuring Men’s Team USA Captain Jonny Ruiz and Women’s Team USA superstar Becky Dobson. Set in a snowny landscape of the far north, Knapper tells a story of manufacturing products of the highest quality and using them to defeat opponents in a medieval thriller. Check out the commercial below and visit their website to get the best deals on the highest quality equipment in our sport!
- [NBHL Kicks Off 5th Season with Brand New Divisions and Tiers](https://usaballhockey.com/nbhl-kicks-off-5th-season-with-brand-new-divisions-and-tiers/): The National Ball Hockey League (NBHL) officially dropped the ball on its 5th season this past weekend, launching another exciting year of competition in three of its most established regions: New Jersey, Pittsburgh, and Washington D.C. Teams across Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 took to the courts, alongside the debut of the brand new Legends Tier — a 45+ division designed to give longtime players a chance to continue competing at a high level. The action-packed opening weekend saw returning teams aiming to build on last year’s success and new clubs eager to make their mark. The addition […]
- [Battle in the Bay: Tampa hosts first Grow the Game Day of 2025](https://usaballhockey.com/recap-highlights-from-grow-the-game-day-in-florida/): TAMPA BAY, FLORIDA – On March 8th, 2025, local U13 ice hockey teams in the state of Florida came together for the first USA Ball Hockey Grow the Game Day of 2025, marking an exciting milestone for the sport’s expansion in the region. The event showcased a thrilling display of passion, competitive spirit, and skill, as athletes demonstrated their talents in a fast-paced rink environment. Learning from experienced mentors and coaches affiliated with USA Ball Hockey, players were able to test their hockey skills and make memories that will last a lifetime.     This milestone event not only reinforces the idea […]
- [Ball Hockey in Massapequa: The Rise of Dek Superstars](https://usaballhockey.com/ball-hockey-in-massapequa-the-rise-of-dek-superstars/): LONG ISLAND, NY – Long Island’s hockey scene has been completely revolutionized, thanks to Sebastian Giarratano and the Nassau County Police Activity League Executive Board. Through their dedication to the community, Ball Hockey has become accessible to everyone in the Long Island region, providing new opportunities for players of all ages to enjoy the game without the steep prices and barriers of ice hockey.  The Birth of Dek Superstars A passionate hockey fan and father, Sebastian Giarratano, took a leap of faith when founding Dek Superstars, a Ball Hockey league in Long Island, New York. From the beginning, Giarratano envisioned […]
- [Leominster Americans Win 2nd Straight Ball Hockey Winter Classic After a 4OT Semifinal](https://usaballhockey.com/leominster-americans-win-2nd-straight-ball-hockey-winter-classic/): EDISON, NEW JERSEY – The Leominster Americans won their 2nd straight title at the 2025 Ball Hockey Winter Classic this past weekend, taking down the Garden State Warriors in the Finals. Led by Team USA members JD Dutney, Korey Wilson, Brandon Jones, Cory Frederickson, Nick Carter, and goaltender Andrew Carter, the Americans made easy work of the Warriors winning by a score of 5-1. The real excitement, however, came in the semifinal matchup between the Americans and the Pittsburgh Gods – a rematch of the finals in the 2024 Outdoor Championships last October in Fitchburg, MA. In an instant classic, […]
- [Team MA Girls Future Stars Tryout Registration](https://usaballhockey.com/team-ma-girls-future-stars-tryout-registration/): MASSACHUSETTS – Does your young athlete want to represent Team MA Girls in the 2026 Future Stars Invitational? Tryouts are coming up in April! The Future Stars Invitational is a weekend competition each summer featuring the best youth ball hockey players from each state. For more information about the event, see the Future Stars page on our website. Tryout Details:📍 Location: Fitchburg Street Hockey, Fitchburg, MA📅 Date: April 6, 2025 Schedule: U11 (2014-2016): 9 – 10AMU14 (2011-2013): 10:15 – 11:30AMU19 (2006-2010): 11:45 – 1PM For more information, contact MA Girls GM Larry Furman lfurman@usaballhockey.com
- [Team NY Future Stars Tryout Registration](https://usaballhockey.com/team-ny-future-stars-tryout-registration/): NEW YORK – Does your young athlete want to represent Team New York in the 2025 Future Stars Invitational? Tryouts are coming up in March! The Future Stars Invitational is a weekend competition each summer featuring the best youth ball hockey players from each state. This summer, the tournament will be taking place July 25-27 at the beautiful new Nexus Center in Utica, NY! For more information about the event, see the Future Stars page on our website. Age Groups: GIRLS – U11, U14, U19BOYS – U11, U13, U15 GIRLS Tryout Details:📍 Location: Northwell Health Dek Rink, East Meadow, NY📅 Date: […]
- [Team PA Boys Future Stars Tryout Registration](https://usaballhockey.com/team-pa-boys-future-stars-tryout-registration/): PENNSYLVANIA – Does your young athlete want to represent Team PA Boys in the 2025 Future Stars Invitational? Tryouts are coming up in March! The Future Stars Invitational is a weekend competition each summer featuring the best youth ball hockey players from each state. For more information about the event, see the Future Stars page on our website. Tryout Details:📍 Location: Murrysville Sports Zone, Murrysville, PA📅 Date: March 1st, 2025 Age Groups: U11, U13, U15 BOYS Schedule: There is a $40 signup fee to cover the cost of tryout shirts and other expenses. For more information, contact PA Boys GM […]
- [Former Pittsburgh Ball Hockey Player Brandon Svoboda Wins Gold Medal with USA at 2025 World Juniors](https://usaballhockey.com/former-pittsburgh-ball-hockey-player-brandon-svoboda-wins-gold-medal-with-usa-at-2025-world-juniors/): OTTAWA, ONTARIO – From the Dek of Murrysville, PA to the biggest stage in Junior ice hockey, Brandon Svoboda has seen it all since he first picked up a hockey stick at 4 years old. Svoboda, a native of Greater Pittsburgh, grew up like many others in the Pittsburgh area playing the game of Dek Hockey, a local pastime that continues to grow in popularity across the country. Dek Hockey, or ball hockey, is a variation of hockey played in sneakers on a dry surface and using a plastic orange ball rather than a puck. A majority of ball hockey […]
- [Team MA Boys Future Stars Tryout Registration](https://usaballhockey.com/team-ma-boys-future-stars-tryout-registration/): MASSACHUSETTS – Does your young athlete want to represent Team MA Boys in the 2025 Future Stars Invitational? Tryouts are coming up in April! The Future Stars Invitational is a weekend competition each summer featuring the best youth ball hockey players from each state. For more information about the event, see the Future Stars page on our website. 2-Day Weekend Tournament📍 Location: Swansea, MA📅 Date: April 5-6, 2025 * Tryout information is for BOYS teams only, GIRLS teams info is coming soon Age Groups: U11, U13, U15 BOYS Bring your A-game and join us for a weekend of competition as […]
- [Team PA Girls Future Stars Tryout Registration](https://usaballhockey.com/team-pa-girls-future-stars-tryout-registration/): Does your young athlete want to represent Team Pennsylvania in the 2025 Future Stars Invitational? Tryouts are coming up in February! The Future Stars Invitational is a weekend competition each summer featuring the best youth ball hockey players from each state. For more information about the event, see the Future Stars page on our website. Tryout Details:📍 Location: Bridgeville HockeyPlex, Bridgeville, PA📅 Date: Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 * Tryout information is for GIRLS teams only, BOYS teams info is coming soon Schedule: There is a $30 signup fee to cover the cost of tryout shirts and other expenses. We can’t […]
- [Future Stars Announces New Location for 2025](https://usaballhockey.com/future-stars-announces-new-location-for-2025/): UTICA, NY – USA Ball Hockey is proud to announce that the 2025 Future Stars Tournament will be held at the Nexus Center and ADK Bank Center in Utica, NY. This premier facility features three full-sized rinks (85′ x 200′) and will provide an exceptional environment for both athletes and spectators. Participating states and teams will be announced at a later date. Dates: July 25-27, 2025 Location: Nexus Center & ADK Bank Center, 400 Oriskany Street West, Utica, NY Age Divisions: Game Guarantee: Minimum of 4 games per team The Future Stars Tournament is a cornerstone event for USA Ball […]
- [2024 Team USA Staff Honored by ISBHF](https://usaballhockey.com/team-usa-staff-honored-by-isbhf/): PRAGUE, CZECHIA – Please join us in congratulating Jen Wilson and Mike Battista on receiving top honors for their dedication, leadership, and success on the international stage. USA Ball Hockey is proud to recognize these two outstanding individuals for their contributions to the sport this year. 🏆 Female Coach of the Year: Jennifer Wilson Wilson’s leadership and vision as head coach of the USA Women’s National Team earned her the title of Female Coach of the Year. After a disappointing campaign at the 2022 Women’s World Championship, Jen and her coaching staff faced the challenge of rebuilding and preparing the […]
- [Brooke Wolejko Named ISBHF Women's Player of the Year](https://usaballhockey.com/brooke-wolejko-named-isbhf-womens-player-of-the-year/): PRAGUE, CZECHIA – Congratulations to our very own Brooke Wolejko on being named ISBHF Female Player of the Year! Wolejko finished the tournament with a 0.943 SV% and backstopped the way to the very first Gold Medal for the USA Women’s National Team! Brooke also earned the award for Best Goalkeeper in the Women’s tournament, saving 83 of 88 shots that came her way. Congrats Brooke!!!
- [Women's Development Director - Applications Open Now!](https://usaballhockey.com/womens-development-director-applications-open-now/): USA Ball Hockey is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Women’s Development Director role. This voluntary position is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the growth of women’s ball hockey across the United States. The primary objective of the Women’s Development Director is to increase participation in the sport by fostering growth in established markets, emerging areas, and new regions. Reporting directly to the Director of Hockey Operations, the role focuses on both macro and micro-level goals to elevate women’s involvement in ball hockey. Key responsibilities include: In addition, the Women’s Development Director […]
- [Men's U18 US National Team Development Camp Registration](https://usaballhockey.com/mens-u18-us-national-team-development-camp-registration/): Join us for the upcoming Evaluation and Development Camp for the U18 USA Ball Hockey Team, taking place from November 30th to December 1st at The Hockey Dek in Springfield, PA (1440 Wallingford Road, Springfield, PA). Team USA U18s will be competing in the ISBHF Junior World Championships overseas in the summer of 2026, looking to top their most recent Silver medal this past summer in Zilina, Slovakia. Why Start So Early?Head Coach Eddie Costa emphasizes the importance of getting a head start as a team: “I think we need to teach our players the game. Not just teaching them […]
- [2026 Women's National Team Evaluations](https://usaballhockey.com/2026-womens-national-team-evaluations/): The journey to make the 2026 U.S. Women’s Ball Hockey National Team is officially underway, with four evaluation opportunities spread across three tournaments and one invite-only camp. These events give players a chance to show their skills in high-stakes competition while giving evaluators insight into team chemistry, dedication, and game readiness. Good luck to all athletes aiming to represent the U.S. on the world stage! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP For any questions please contact GM Angelo Terrana at aterrana@usaballhockey.com
- [NHL Tonight: USA Ball Hockey](https://usaballhockey.com/nhl-tonight-usa-ball-hockey/): Colleen Murphy and Sarah Hughson of the USA Womens Team interview on NHL Network to discuss their gold medals US Women’s National Team captain Colleen Murphy and defender Sarah Hughson were invited to the NHL Network set to discuss their Gold Medal performance at the 2024 Ball Hockey World Championships this summer in Visp, Switzerland! Watch the NHL Tonight segment to hear what they had to say. —–> Watch on the NHL Network website <—–
- [New Certification Courses Available!](https://usaballhockey.com/4599-2/): Level 1 USABH Certifications – Online Courses! Referee Certifications Wednesday August 28 – 7:00pm ET Wednesday September 4 – 7:00pm ET Coaching Certifications Saturday August 17 – 7:00pm ET Wednesday August 21 – 7:00pm ET
- [Knapper Partners with USA Ball Hockey to Revolutionize the Sport](https://usaballhockey.com/knapper/): Knapper, the leading innovator in the world of ball hockey equipment, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with USA Ball Hockey aimed at significantly boosting the growth, visibility, and popularity of ball hockey across the United States. USA Ball Hockey is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Knapper, the leading innovator in the world of ball hockey equipment. This partnership aims to significantly boost the growth, visibility, and popularity of ball hockey across the United States. As part of this partnership, Knapper will become the official equipment supplier for USA Ball Hockey. Knapper’s commitment to excellence and innovation […]
- [Congrats to ALL CAPS ALL HER!](https://usaballhockey.com/congrats-to-all-caps-all-her/): ALL CAPS ALL HER NHL Stanley Award! We would like to congratulate our friends over at the Washington Capitals for their 2024 NHL Stanley Award for ALL CAPS ALL HER initiative. They are one of the biggest supporters of our Womens program and USA Ball Hockey in general. Click here for full details
- [World Junior Championships 2024 Player Recognition](https://usaballhockey.com/world-junior-championships-2024-player-recognition/): Congratulations to all of our players and staff who competed in the World Junior Championships We would like to capitalize a few players who the ISBHF have recognized: Collin Moffett – Best Goalie Ian Basilio – All Tournament Team Drake Manning Almeida – Best Forward Chase Bergeron – All Tournament Team Zach Warner-Senee – All Tournament Team
- [World Championships 2024 Player Recognition](https://usaballhockey.com/4491-2/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – Congratulations to all of our players and staff who competed in the World Championships! We would like to capitalize a few players who the ISBHF have recognized: Emma Seitz – Top Scorer Brooke Wolejko – Best Goalie Katherine Murphy – All Tournament Team Johnny Ruiz – All-Tournament Team Drew Albright – All-Tournament Team
- [USA Men Win Bronze in Switzerland](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-bronze-medal-vs-switzerland/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In a thrilling rematch of the men’s opening game, the American team lined up against host Switzerland to compete for a medal. Korey Wilson initiated the scoring with an early tip-in goal from a Nick Carter point shot. The scoring for the Leominster boys continued with JD Dutney finding the back of the net, courtesy of a superb feed from Brandon Jones. The Swiss team quickly responded, scoring just 14 seconds after Dutney’s goal. Midway through the second period, Steve Scian capitalized on a great setup from Dutney, the previous goal scorer, to extend the lead. However, […]
- [USA Women Win Gold in Switzerland!](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-gold-medal-vs-czechia/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – The USA Women’s team made history by clinching their first-ever gold medal at the ISBHF World Championships, defeating the top-seeded Czechia team 3-0 in a thrilling rematch. This victory marked a significant achievement for the American squad, who had previously bested Czechia in a shootout earlier in the tournament. The game began with a strong defensive display from the USA, highlighted by goalie Brooke Wolejko’s outstanding performance. Wolejko made several crucial saves, including some spectacular glove stops, keeping the Czech offense at bay. Approximately 10 minutes into the game, Karen Levin emerged from the corner, executed a […]
- [USA Men's Semi-Final vs Czechia](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-vs-czechia-semi-final/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In a highly anticipated semi-final rematch, the American men’s team faced off against the Czechia team that had previously defeated them 6-0 in the preliminary games. The game began with a setback for the Americans as Czechia capitalized on a penalty shot from a hooking call, securing an early goal. However, the Americans swiftly responded with a top corner goal from Drew Albright, following an excellent shift involving the Leominster boys. This equalized the score, which remained tied as the teams headed into the second period. The second period saw a dominant performance from the Czech team, […]
- [USA Men's Quarterfinal vs Slovakia](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-quarterfinal-vs-slovakia/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – The Americans, coming out of the A2 pool with the 2 seed, faced a formidable opponent in the Slovakia ball hockey team for their quarterfinal matchup. The game began with a tightly contested first period, showcasing strong defensive efforts from both sides. The breakthrough came early in the second period when Connor Callahan, the team’s young standout who had earned a spot on the first line, opened the scoring. Shortly after, Jordan Albright doubled the lead with a precision one-timer into the bottom corner, set up by an excellent pass from Jonny Ruiz. Ruiz continued to shine, […]
- [USA Women's Semi-Final vs Canada](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-semifinal-vs-canada/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In a highly anticipated rematch against their arch-rival Canadians, the American women’s ball hockey team brought intense energy and determination at 8 AM. The match carried the theme of revenge after a hard-fought 2-0 loss earlier in the tournament. Brooke Wolejko started strong in goal, making numerous crucial saves, especially during several Canadian power plays. The game remained tight until late in the second period when captain Colleen Murphy, who has been playing through a broken kneecap, scored a power play goal. Typically a top-end center, Murphy has transitioned to a defensive role due to her injury. […]
- [USA Women vs Canada [Prelims Game 5]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-vs-canada-prelims-game-5/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – The US women’s team, fresh off their late-night shootout win over Czechia, faced their rivals, Canada, in their next matchup. The game started with an early goal for Canada, coming off a rebound from a point shot. The Canadians intensified their offensive efforts in the first period, but goaltender Maxie Weisz stood strong, keeping the deficit to just one goal. In the second period, the momentum shifted, with the Americans dominating possession and generating significant zone time. Despite their efforts, they were unable to score against the formidable Canadian netminder. A late power play goal by Canada […]
- [USA Men vs Czechia [Prelims Game 4]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-vs-czechia/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In their final preliminary game of the tournament, the US men’s team faced the consistently strong Czechia in a battle for first place in the A2 division. The game started tightly contested, but an early Czech goal off an odd-man rush put the Czechs ahead 1-0. The Czech offense continued to press, countering American possessions with more odd-man rushes, forcing US goalie Robby Snyder to make some impressive saves. Despite Snyder’s efforts, the coaching staff eventually replaced him with Andrew Carter. Carter faced similar challenges as Snyder, allowing three goals from the Czechs’ excellent scoring opportunities. The […]
- [USA Women vs Czechia [Prelims Game 4]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-vs-czechia-prelims-game-4/): RARON, SWITZERLAND – In their first marquee matchup of the tournament, the U.S. women’s team faced off against the formidable Czechia in a thrilling night game. The standout performer was goalie Brooke Wolejko, whose stellar play was central to the game’s narrative. The Americans struck early with a power play goal from Sarah Hughson, then relied on Wolejko’s exceptional goaltending as the Czechs outshot them nearly two to one in the first period. The second period followed a similar pattern, marked by tight neutral zone play and another power play goal, this time by Becky Dobson. The Czechs managed to […]
- [USA Men vs Italy [Prelims Game 3]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-vs-italy-prelims-game-3/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In their third matchup, the U.S. men’s team faced Italy with a chance to take the lead in the A2 grouping. The game contrasted sharply with the high-paced contest against Finland, starting off slowly with both teams struggling to find the net. The first two periods were dominated by impressive saves from both goalies. Andrew Carter, making his international debut, was instrumental in keeping the Italians off the scoreboard, despite the U.S. team incurring four penalties. In the third period, Jordan Albright broke the deadlock, scoring off a great pass from Connor Callahan to give the Americans […]
- [USA Men vs Finland [Prelims Game 2]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-vs-finland-prelims-game-2/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – The men’s team, fresh off a big opening night win against host Switzerland, faced a tough challenge against a strong Finnish team. Nic Levesque opened the scoring less than three minutes into the game after a great passing play. The Finns quickly responded, but Mike Malloy put the U.S. back in the lead with a precise shot, assisted by Eddie Urban. Jordan Albright then scored two goals, both set up by his new linemate, Connor Callahan. Despite the Finns’ efforts to stay close, additional goals by Jojo Melillo, Drew Albright, and Jonny Ruiz seemed to put the […]
- [USA Women vs Great Britain [Prelims Game 3]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-vs-great-britain-prelims-game-3/): RARON, SWITZERLAND – The women’s team secured another dominant win, defeating Great Britain 5-0. Emma Seitz was the standout player, scoring the first goal by capitalizing on a rebound from a tough angle in the first period. Despite significant offensive pressure, the Great Britain goalkeeper kept it at 1-0 by the end of the first period. In the second period, the U.S. team overwhelmed their opponents. Goals from Emma Seitz, Maddy Evangelous, Megan Fortier, and Katherine Murphy extended the lead to 5-0. The third would not be as dominant, but Emma Seitz would get enough space to complete her hat […]
- [USA Women vs Switzerland [Prelims Game 2]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-vs-switzerland-prelims-game-2/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In their second game of the tournament, the women’s team would establish themselves as one of the strongest teams in the tournament with a 6-0 win over Switzerland. The offense was led by an explosive start with an early goal by Alexandra Vakos, setting the tone for the game. They dominated their opponents, outshooting them by over 40 shots. Emma Seitz scored her first goal with a skillful dangle, followed by an assist to Lisa Kilroy. In the second period, Maddy Evangelous scored with a top-shelf shot assisted by Hannah Lindey. Emma Seitz added her second goal, […]
- [USA Women vs Slovakia [Prelims Game 1]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-womens-vs-slovakia-prelims-game-1/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In their opening game of the 2024 World Championships, the U.S. women’s team secured a 4-2 victory over Slovakia, highlighted by stellar performances from Becky Dobson, Hannah Lindey, and Taylor Steadman. The game began with a power play opportunity for the U.S., and Becky made no mistake, swarming the net to score early on their second attempt. Slovakia responded with a power play goal of their own to tie the game. However, the U.S. quickly regained the lead. Hannah Lindey capitalized on a loose ball, finding the net almost immediately after the Slovakian equalizer. This goal set […]
- [USA Men vs Switzerland [Prelims Game 1]](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-mens-vs-switzerland-prelims-game-1/): VISP, SWITZERLAND – In a thrilling ball hockey matchup, the game saw a dynamic display of skill and teamwork, with Jordan Albright, Drew Albright, and Brandon Jones leading the charge for their team. The game started with intense back-and-forth action, with both teams striving to gain the upper hand. It was Brandon Jones who broke the deadlock, finding the back of the net with a patient move that left the opposing goalie with no chance. His goal set the tone for the match, energizing his team and fans alike. Not long after, Jordan Albright showcased his offensive prowess. He maneuvered […]
- [World Championships Players to Watch](https://usaballhockey.com/worlds-players-to-watch/): Taylor Steadman has had stellar performances in the recent Womens A Tournaments, contributing significantly to her team’s success. With a circuit leading 9 points, she has been showcasing her offensive prowess and playmaking abilities on the court. She also led the New England Nightmare to a NBHL Womens Tier Mylec Cup Championship this past year. Steadman’s scoring touch and ability to create scoring opportunities for her teammates were instrumental in securing the victory. Her dynamic presence on the rink continues to make her a standout player in the league, and fans can expect more exceptional performances from her in the […]
- [Cherie Stewart Named GM of Women’s Masters National Team](https://usaballhockey.com/womens-masters-gm-national-team-announcement/): NEW YORK, NY – Cherie Stewart has been appointed as the General Manager of the USA Women’s Masters National Ball Hockey Team for the 2025 tournament.Stewart boasts an impressive career in USA Ball Hockey, having previously represented the USA Women’s Ball Hockey National Team from 2015 to 2022, receiving silver medals in 2017 and 2019, and earning an All-Star team selection in 2019. Additionally, Stewart was a key player for the USA Women’s Masters Team from 2018 to 2023, clinching a gold medal in 2022 and silver medals in 2018 and 2023. She earned Best Scorer and Best Forward awards […]
- [Jonny Ruiz Named Head Coach of U23 Men's National Team](https://usaballhockey.com/u23-mens-national-team-announcement/): From captain to coach, USA Ball Hockey is proud to announce that U.S. Men’s National Team captain, Jonny Ruiz, will be leading the U23 Men next summer as head coach. Jonny has been a part of the national team program for over a decade, participating in ISBHF events since 2012. He was an assistant coach on the U20 Men’s National Team last summer.
- [Taylor Steadman Named Head Coach of U20 Women's National Team](https://usaballhockey.com/u20-womens-national-team-announcement/): Welcome back to the bench, Taylor Steadman! Steadman took the reins as head coach of the U21 Women’s National Team bench only a few months before the 2023 team left for the @isbhf World Championships. Steady was a positive role model to the women who competed in Europe and helped to bring a band of gals together as a family quickly while maintaining positive growth in good competition all week long on the rink. Steadman played on the USA Women’s Ball Hockey Team in 2017, 2019 and is currently a member of the 2024 squad that’s heading to Switzerland in […]
- [Washington Capitals and U.S. Women's National Ball Hockey Team Announce Partnership](https://usaballhockey.com/capitals-and-u-s-womens-national-ball-hockey-team-announce-partnership/): via Washington Capitals: Arlington, VA – The Washington Capitals and the USA Ball Hockey’s Women’s National Team (USWNT) announced a partnership today on behalf of the Capitals ALL CAPS ALL HER platform that will see the Capitals serve as the presenting sponsor of the U.S. Women’s National Ball Hockey team’s final evaluation camp. The camp is scheduled to take place Sept. 9-10 in Pittsburgh, Pa., prior to the World Championships in June in Switzerland. In conjunction with the partnership, the Capitals ALL CAPS ALL HER platform will host a series of off-ice events and activations. A Girls Try Ball Hockey […]
- [Dan Coldwell Named GM of Men's National Team](https://usaballhockey.com/coldwell_gm24/): EDISON, NJ – USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is excited to announce that it has named Dan Coldwell as the new Men’s National Team General Manager. Dan is currently the Head Coach of the Phoenixville Graffix tournament team, after having played for them for almost 20 years. He was also a member of the USA Master’s team (Old Glory) in 2018. In addition to coaching Graffix he is the Co-Director of the NBHL North Jersey, is a player and team manager for the Hudson Saints in that division, and is the Assistant Head Coach for the USABH Master’s Team (35+). When […]
- [High School Ball Hockey League Partnership](https://usaballhockey.com/hsbhl-partnership/): USA Ball Hockey is proud to announce the Partnership/Sanctioning of The High School Ball Hockey League (HSBHL, LLC) as The Official High School Ball Hockey League in the United States. The Partnership between USA Ball Hockey and The HSBHL is structured along the core goals of both programs. Growing the Game, dedication to youth players and programs all under a National Registered Program. The HSBHL is entering its 5th season focussed on growing the game one school at a time. Original plans called for just a High School League but quickly grew into High School, Middle School and just recently […]
- [Jennifer Wilson named Head Coach of Women's National Team](https://usaballhockey.com/uswnt_hc_jwilson/): ARLINGTON, VA – USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is excited to announce that it has appointed Jennifer Wilson as the Head Coach of the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) that will compete at the ISBHF World Championships to be held in Switzerland in June of 2024. Wilson is currently serving in her 5th season as Head Coach of Lake Forest College and has over 10 years of experience coaching at the collegiate level.  Wilson has helped make Lake Forest a perennial Top 15 nationally ranked team and also serves as a lead evaluator for USA Hockey National and District Camp evaluations. […]
- [SAVE THE DATE: THE FUTURE STARS INVITATIONAL IS SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 26-28, 2022](https://usaballhockey.com/future-stars-2022-announced/): 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 […]
- [A New Date and a New Division for the Future Stars of Ball Hockey](https://usaballhockey.com/u16-girls-future-stars/): USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is excited to announce that it will carry out its plan to partner with the Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) and host its first ever youth event called “The Future Stars Invitational.” Due to the global pandemic, the previously scheduled late spring of 2020 event will now take place August 27-29, 2021 at the state-of-the-art Buffalo Riverworks Sports and Entertainment Complex in upstate New York. This complex is the city’s newest premier waterfront boating, sports, music and entertainment destination located along the banks of the Buffalo River. “We’ve all learned a new level of patience due […]
- [Tom Ruiz Named Director of the Men’s & Women’s Senior National Teams](https://usaballhockey.com/tom-ruiz/): USA Ball Hockey is excited to announce that it has named Tom Ruiz as the organization’s Director of the Men’s and Women’s Senior National teams. Mr. Ruiz has served as the assistant coach on the Men’s National team since 2015. His purpose as Director is to support the General Managers of both the men and the women, providing all of the tools and the guidance they need to be successful in the creation of each team. One of Ruiz’s responsibilities is to carry out the USA Ball Hockey vision: Tom Ruiz has been on the last three World Championship staffs, […]
- [USA Ball Hockey Unanimously Voted Official Member Status with ISBHF](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-ball-hockey-unanimously-voted-official-member-status-with-isbhf/): BOSTON — USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is honored and excited to announce that we have been granted full member status with the International Street and Ball Hockey Federation (ISBHF), the official worldwide governing body of the sport.  USABH will now have full authority to develop teams and send them to ISBHF World Championships for all divisions – Mens, Womens, Juniors, and Masters.  The vote took place last night on an ISBHF conference call, with the resulting vote being unanimous among the member countries to have USA Ball Hockey join the ISBHF family of nations. “This is an honor and a […]
- [USA Ball Hockey Introduces Angelo Terrana as the New Women's National Team General Manager](https://usaballhockey.com/usa-ball-hockey-introduces-angelo-terrana-as-the-new-womens-division-general-manager/): WASHINGTON D.C. — USA Ball Hockey (USABH) is excited to announce that Angelo Terrana of Washington, D.C. has accepted the offer to become General Manager of the Women’s U.S. National Team, effective immediately.  Terrana replaces Jason Kelly of Media, PA, who retired from his role as General Manager in October of 2019. “I’ve known Angelo many years.  He is taking over a team that has won two straight Silver Medals.  With the process and foundation he is setting up, we know the players will be in a great position to execute on our goals.  We believe Angelo is the best […]

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- [Future Stars Invitational](https://usaballhockey.com/future-stars-invitational/): 6th Annual Future Stars Invitational – August 7-9, 2026 ADK Bank Center & Nexus Center – Utica, New York We are excited to announce the Future Stars Invitational 2026, will return to the Utica University Nexus Center & Adirondack Bank Center on August 7, 2026! This event aims to bring together the best young athletes from various states and Canada. USA Ball Hockey will foster a spirit of healthy competition and emphasize development of our future ball hockey stars. We anticipate participation from over 500 young athletes ages 9 to 19 and their families, making it a great opportunity for […]
- [Club Championships](https://usaballhockey.com/club-championships/): The Club Championships Pittsburgh, PA May 15-17, 2026 ALL GAMES WILL BE LIVE STREAMED Full Stats, Schedule, and Standings hosted on the SportNinja App or view it online, but the app is better…Schedule – Stats – Standings The Club Championships is USA Ball Hockey’s premiere adult tournament, featuring the top Men’s club teams from across North America. Divisions include Men’s “A” and Men’s “B”. Round robin games begin Friday night, continue through Saturday, and culminate in a single-elimination playoff bracket on Sunday. All games are live streamed and covered on social media, including photos, videos, final scores, standings, and awards. […]
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- [Team USA Evaluations and Tryouts](https://usaballhockey.com/team-usa-ball-hockey-evaluations-and-tryouts/): Team USA Evaluations and Tryouts Stay up to date on upcoming evaluations and tryouts for the Team USA Ball Hockey National Teams! Please fill out the Interest Form to be notified when tryout information becomes available for your preferred team: 2026 National Teams Men’s National Team – Ostrava, Czechia (June 20-28, 2026) *Tryout Dates and Locations TBA For more information, please contact Director of Hockey Operations Cory Herschk (cherschk@usaballhockey.com) Women’s National Team – Ostrava, Czechia (June 20-28, 2026) 4 Evaluation Opportunities (see link below) For more information, please contact GM Angelo Terrana (aterrana@usaballhockey.com) U18 Men’s Junior National Team – Location […]
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