Newington Spring League 2026

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

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

“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”

How many kids played last year?

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

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

Yes - All teams entered will have their own Crossbar group chat, availability, roster, 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)

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

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 accident insurance policies can be found in our Resources tab

When are the spring hockey games?

Last year, we had Mites through Pee wees on Saturdays - Bantams on Sundays

How long are the spring hockey games?

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

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

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

Are there playoffs?

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

Everyone is guaranteed 8 hockey games

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

Current Mites can play 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)

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

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

Current Bantams can play Bantam B, Bantam A, Bantam AA - if moving up to Midgets for 2026-2027, they can still play Bantams

Can I register multiple teams?

Yes

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

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 - 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 - date - we are also flexible with subs, and it's ok to miss a few games

Are you off for spring break?

Yes

What would be the max number of players?

Figure 15 and 2 goalies for now - 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, vaca, etc) - There should never be more than 15 players (3 lines) with 2 goalies showing up (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, championship games, etc

Is there overtime?

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

Can anyone play in Newington Spring Hockey League 2026?

Everyone has to apply - not everyone is accepted

Are there practices?

One of our sponsors - Eagles Spring Hockey - organizes the weekly practices - Practice packages are an optional add on - kids are grouped by age and level - once per week and twice per week package options are available, run by professional coaches - please text 908 216 8750 (cell) if interested in spring - summer practices

Who is keeping time?

The home team must supply a timekeeper - super easy to operate, and learn

Is there any merch I can buy?

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

How can I help?

Word of mouth, spread the word - start a team, start two teams, becoming an advertising partner - it costs nothing today to get everyone registered on Crossbar - everyone will be billed later

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

Nope - just register your team today on Crossbar, start inviting players, and they will be billed individually later - this hold's your team's spot, so you can recruit, and 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)

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

Yes, just register the team on Crossbar, and upload your logo - Remember that current Fall - Winter teams were created and planned for in March - April of this past year - Simply register your spring hockey team in Crossbar, and you can invite - assign roster spots (and pay) later

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

We are still finalizing prices, as we now have Crossbar functionality and additional expenses - Figure team entry will be anywhere from $2,100 to $2,500 - depending on age and level - players will pay anywhere from $200 to $360 depending on if your group needs jerseys or not - nothing to pay today - you will be billed later - the added features of Crossbar have been added to the league fee

Can we wear our current club team's jerseys?

Yes, as long as there is a number on the back

What are the goals of the spring league?

• To get the level right

• For the kids to have a great time

• Bring the hockey community together

• To make some new friends, rekindle with old friends

• Get some additional game experience (possibly at a new level)

• For everyone to come back next year

How to sign up?

Nothing to pay today to reserve your team's spot - Call or text 908 216 8750 (cell) first before doing anything - You'll click the "Register" button on this page - you'd fill out your team's age - level, proposed team name, team manager info, click "Team Registration" - there are 2 options - Click "Complete Registration" after choosing - then Click "CONTINUE TO INVITE PLAYERS" - "Number of players on the team" - click "10" to "15" (can be changed later), add the parent's email, click "save" - an email will be sent to each email address to register their kid - their email will say "You're invited to the roster of ____" - they will click "Review Offer" - then they will "Accept Invite", and then you can keep inviting players - recruiting - you can also create multiple teams

Questions

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

Are you looking for sponsors?

Yes - reach out to the # above