Newington Spring League 2026

What is the schedule?

Last year, we did:

Saturdays

• Half Ice Mite B @ 9:10 am
• Full Ice Mites - Squirt B @ 10:20 am and 11:30 am
• Squirt A @ 12:40 pm and 1:50 pm
• Pee wee B @ 3 pm and 4:10 pm
• Pee wee A @ 5:20 pm, 6:30 pm and 7:40 pm

Sundays

• Bantam A @ 10:20 am and 11:30 am
• Bantam AA @ 1:50 pm and 3 pm

If the majority of the team's roster cannot make a game slot (you will have the schedule ahead of time), we can change the slot - the league is a big scheduling project to make everything work - Kids have lacrosse, baseball, soccer as well, so we do our best to make everything work - Nothing will be perfect, but we will do our best

This year:

Tentative Newington Spring Hockey Team Schedules (WIP)

Opening Day

Week 1 – Sat 3/28, Sun 3/29

Week 2 – Sat 4/4, Sun 4/5

Off For Spring Break – Sat 4/11, Sun 4/12 – Optional Eagles Spring Hockey Tournament trip

Off For Spring Break – Sat 4/18, Sun 4/19 – Optional Eagles Spring Hockey Tournament trip

Week 3 – Sat 4/25, Sun 4/26

Week 4 – Sat 5/2, Sun 5/3

Week 5 – Sat 5/9 (we will use both rinks)

Off For Mother’s Day – Sun 5/10

Playoff Weeks Begin

Week 6 – Sat 5/16, Sun 5/17

Week 7 – Sat 5/23, Sun 5/24 (Memorial Day Weekend)

Championship Week

Week 8 – Sat 5/30, Sun 5/31

Optional Eagles Spring Hockey Tournament trip – Sat 6/6, Sun 6/7

Optional Eagles Spring Hockey Tournament trip – Sat 6/13, Sun 6/14

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> Mites through Pee wees on Saturdays

> Bantams on Sundays except for Mother’s Day

Are you doing hockey tournaments?

One of our partners Eagles Spring Hockey organizes hockey tournament teams

https://eaglesspringhockey.com/

Text 908 216 8750 (cell) if interested in playing on a hockey tournament team

What are the different entry levels?

• Half Ice Mite B
• Half Ice Mite A
• Full Ice Mite - Squirt B
• Squirt A
• Squirt AA
• Pee wee B
• Pee wee A
• Pee wee AA
• Bantam B
• Bantam A
• Bantam AA

The main goal of the Newington Spring League is to get the level right, so please be flexible on which level you play

When are the spring hockey games?

Last year, we had Mites through Pee wees on Saturdays - Bantams on Sundays - if the majority of a team has a scheduling conflict, we will adjust - We had no problem with this last year

What would the birth year/age range requirements be for Spring League?

2019s through 2017s

Half Ice Mite B, Half Ice Mite A, Full Ice Mites - Squirt B, or Squirt A (the league is based more on level than age)

Mites can play full ice if they are at that level

2017s through 2015s

Full Ice Mite - Squirt B, Squirt A, Squirt AA - if moving up for 2026-2027, they can play Pee wees

2015s through 2013s

Pee wee B, Pee wee A, Pee wee AA - if moving up for 2026-2027, they can play Bantams (checking)

2013s through 2011s

Bantam B, Bantam A, Bantam AA - if moving up to Midgets for 2026-2027 (2011s), they can still play Bantams

Can a player play on multiple spring hockey teams? Or join other leagues? Or do other spring programs?

Yes

Will this interfere with soccer, baseball, lacrosse (other spring sports)?

Spring hockey is not a big time commitment - it's just once per week for 8 weeks - off for spring break - it is not expensive to play, it is good experience (especially if moving up), and fun for the kids to play with old friends, make new friends - we do our best to make sure the majority of your team's players can make the game time and date - we are also flexible with subs, and it's ok to miss a few games

Can anyone play in Newington Spring Hockey League 2026?

Newington Spring Hockey League 2026 Player Interest Form - Apply Today

Are there practices?

One of our partners - Eagles Spring Hockey - organizes optional hockey skills clinics

https://eaglesspringhockey.com/

Please text or call 908 216 8750 (cell) if interested in spring - summer hockey skills clinics - practices

What would the cost be for team entry, and would it still be 8 games?

Half Ice Mites - $1,500

Squirts - $2,100

Pee wees - $2,250

Bantams - $2,400

Early bird team pricing - subject to change - this is the option where you will supply your own coach, recruit your own team, and supply your own jerseys (or use your club team's jerseys)

Figure families will pay anywhere from $200 to $360 depending upon how many players are on a team, who is coaching, which spring program you signed up for, and whether or not the group wants to make jerseys or not - the added features of Crossbar have been added to the league fees

Everybody gets 8 total spring hockey games

This registration link will bring you to the team registration page - then you can start inviting your players to register for your team on Crossbar

Don't want to deal with any of this?

Newington Spring Hockey League 2026 Player Interest Form - Apply Today

How should we think about coaching (do you want us assigning a coach as we assemble the roster?)

Because we are going through USA Hockey - CHC this year, coaches need to be Safesport certified with background check completed, modules completed, but no seminar is needed

Would the kids need new USA hockey numbers or could they still use their numbers from winter season?

Everyone must have a USA Hockey # to be able to play - 2025 - 2026 USA Hockey #s are fine - this is your hockey player's excess accident insurance policy - more information on USA Hockey's excess accident insurance and other policies can be found on USA Hockey's website

Will you allow individual teams to form/enter like you did last year?

Yes - All teams registered will have their own Crossbar team group chat, availability feature, roster players can be invited and added by the team manager, integrated game schedule, etc - just like CHC club teams - this is a new added feature for 2026 - if you do not have a team yet, call or text 908 216 8750 (cell)

This registration link will bring you to the team registration page - then you can start inviting your players to Crossbar

Do you have USA Hockey certified referees?

Yes, all referees are USA hockey certified referees - for half ice mites, coaches can volunteer on ice as referees

Can I register multiple teams or siblings?

Yes

Are there playoffs?

Yes, the last couple weeks are "Playoff Weeks" - with the last week being the "Championship Week"

Everyone gets 8 spring hockey games total

How many kids minimum to create my own team?

Probably 6 players and a goalie for half ice mites - 8 players and a goalie for full ice mites & squirts, 9 players and a goalie for pee wees, 10 players and a goalie for bantams

Is there any merch I can buy?

Last year, we made hats for 2025 - we will do at least that again this year

More info here

Why does the price go up per age?

USA Hockey referee costs are higher as the age goes up

How can I help?

Spread our flyer, register a team, join a team, invite players - it costs nothing today to get everyone registered on Crossbar - everyone will be billed later in the new year

Do we need to pay today if we are still formulating our roster?

Nope, we will collect $ after the new year - today, just register your team on Crossbar, and start inviting players - this holds your team's spot, so the kids can start recruiting, and can start figuring out jerseys - if you are not interested in forming your own team, and would rather join a team, call or text 908 216 8750 (cell)

https://www.newingtonspringhockey.com/registration/52880

This is a bit too far in advance. Can we get a better sense of who wants more hockey in March?

Remember that current Fall - Winter teams were created and planned for in March - April of this past year - Simply register your spring hockey team on Crossbar, and you can start inviting and assigning roster spots - this helps everyone to plan

Does everyone get jerseys from the spring league?

It is the responsibility of each team to appoint a team manager, a USA Hockey certified coach, and to supply their own spring league jerseys - if you need a coach, we can help find one for you

If you are on comprehensive team like Eagles, or End to End Prospects, your program manager will be coordinating jerseys

Can we wear our current club team's jerseys?

Yes, as long as there is a number on the back, the rest of the team agrees to that, and the club is ok with it (your group will save jersey $ this way)

What are the goals of the spring league?

• To get the level right

• For the kids to have a great time

• To bring the spring hockey community together

• To make some new friends, and rekindle with old friends

• Additional hockey game experience (possibly at a new level or with different teammates, a different coach or different program)

• For everyone to come back next year

• For everyone to have a good experience

• For everyone to spread the word

When will this start?

Last week in March through June 2026

Are you off for spring break?

Yes

How many kids played last year?

Over 700 kids played in Newington Spring Hockey League 2025 - we hosted over 165 hockey games

How to sign up?

Team registration is here:

https://www.newingtonspringhockey.com/registration/52880

To create a team, simply click through the above link - Create a team name for your group, make yourself the team manager

Afterward, click the dropdown -- Roster --- click "Roster Players" -"How many players will be added?" - click the # of emails you are adding, enter their emails, click "Save" at the bottom - everyone will now get a roster invite to their emails to join your team - once they accept and fill out their player's info, you will see their player's picture listed under your team's roster with their player's picture - everyone will also then have access to your team's group chat on the Crossbar mobile app - you are ready to keep building your team

Call or text 908 216 8750 (cell) if you need help or with questions - we'll help get your group registered on Crossbar

Individual application is here:

Newington Spring Hockey League 2026 Player Interest Form - Apply Today

What if I just want to sign up individually?

If you need a team home, please call or text 908 216 8750 (cell) - we will help you find a team

Are the games able to be livestreamed?

Yes, all games last year were livestreamed on Black Bear TV

Is this like a hockey tournament? Do you host other hockey tournaments?

Newington Spring League is a like an 8 game hockey tournament - extended over 8 weekends

Is there overtime?

Last year, we did a first to score 3 v 3 OT for 3 minutes - stop time - was really fun - if tied after that, it's a tie

How long are the spring hockey games?

We have a one hour ice slot per hockey game (3 - 12 minute periods) (full ice)

If a goal differential is 6 or more, we will run clock

Half ice mites had 2 - 21 minute halves, with buzzer every 2 minutes to line change, run clock - with shootout at the end

What would be the max number of players?

Figure 15 players and 2 goalies for now for full ice - 10 players and a goalie for half ice - It's less about the max number of players though - more about how many kids are showing up (we need lots of subs for spring - sometimes people have other sports, vacation, etc) - There should never be more than 15 players (3 lines) with 2 goalies showing up for full ice (kids want playing time in spring) - they should all have the same uniform, with a number on the back - at some point in the spring season, we'll lock the rosters, so there is no sneaking kids in for playoff, and championship games, etc

Do you have recommendations for places to make custom spring hockey jerseys?

https://www.puckdropprints.com/

https://www.fansidea.com/

https://www.restoathletic.com/

https://www.sportsgearswag.com/

Are just a few vendors where some of our 2025 Newington Spring Hockey League teams bought their jerseys from

Who is keeping time?

The home team must supply a timekeeper - super easy to operate, and learn - we will teach everyone beforehand

Questions

For any other sign up questions, please call or text 908 216 8750 (cell)

Are you looking for sponsors?

Yes - please reach out to the # above

Limited spots per team, per level, and per bracket

Hold your spot today

Feel free to invite friends

2026 spots are filling up

Kids will have a great time

“Awesome Spring league and very well organized. Will definitely be playing again”

“Great program to extend hockey season into spring. Will definitely sign up again next year”

“Our son had a wonderful experience participating in the Spring League. It not only deepened his enjoyment of the game but also provided him with valuable opportunities to grow. He is already looking forward to joining again next year”

"The league also got her out of her comfort zone because she was placed on a team with many kids she hadn't played with before"

"Both my boys (5 & 10) had an awesome time in Spring League. They learned, grew, and had a blast"

"We played spring league and my son had a great experience”

"Simple, flexible and low-stress. The schedule was easy to manage, making it a great fit around our other commitments. It gave our son the chance to stay on the ice, stay active, have fun and be competitive without the pressure of a full-season program. A perfect balance of development and convenience for our young skater”

"We had a fantastic experience with spring hockey. It was a great way for my son to continue to have fun and improve his game after the regular season. No travel, no pressure, lots of fun. It was neat for my son to become friends with kids who had been on opponent teams throughout the year, and a great opportunity for him to continue to learn sportsmanship and teamwork”

"Spring hockey was a great experience. Communication and organization were excellent. We are looking forward to next year”

"Our two boys loved being on the ice with their friends in a fun, competitive environment. Fantastic with scheduling the games and ensuring plenty of playing time for all. Looking forward to next year”

"Great Experience. My 8 year old enjoyed going to the Spring League every single time. Very fun and productive to every time we got out on the ice”

"This was our son’s first year participating in the spring hockey league. It was well run. Sad to see the season end. Looking forward to next year already”

"Kids had a great time playing this spring. Great opportunity to play with some new teammates in an environment geared towards having fun and playing some competitive hockey during the off season. Scheduling and flexibility around other sports was a plus”

"Great job organizing everything, competitive yet fun for all of the kids. Both of our boys will be doing it again next year for sure”

"Fun spring team – it was nice to have a set schedule for games each week”

"This was our first time doing Spring league and my daughter had lots of fun. Great job making sure kids had fun while competing. Will definitely do again”

“This was our first year doing spring hockey at the 1/2 ice mites level. My son had a great experience – he really enjoyed the level of playing. We will be back for spring hockey next year”

“My Mite and Squirt had a wonderful time. They got to play with friends in a competitive yet fun environment. Great with communication and flexibility this season. We had a great time”

"My daughter is just finishing up (mite) Spring hockey league and it has been a really fun experience. We were happy to have an extension on our hockey season and get some more ice time in. Great job organizing and it’s awesome that all the games are at the same rink”

“My son had a blast playing on the Squirt A team. Competition was fantastic. Great job organizing this program. Will do it again”

“My 12 year old son has had an absolute BLAST this spring”

“Great spring season. My son was well placed and had a great time. Players, parents all respectful. Thanks for a good experience”

"Had a great first experience this spring. Our boys got to play with friends in a fun, competitive environment”

“Peewee spring hockey has a great season. Priority was creating a fun and competitive experience for the kids. This was a great opportunity to bring old friends back together”

“My son played Spring Bantam. He enjoyed the local weekend games and opportunity to play with new & old friends. The league was well run & communication was excellent”

“Our son has been involved in the spring and summer league, he had a great experience on and off the ice. His game has improved a lot and he’s ready for the season ahead. We’ll be there next year”

"He loves your league"

"Thank you for the spring league, Thomas had a blast"