Frequently asked questions

What is North American Hockey League?

North American Hockey League is a A major-junior ice hockey league, typically for players 16–20. based in USA. The North American Hockey League (NAHL) is a Tier II junior ice hockey league sanctioned by USA Hockey. It is one of two Tier II leagues under USA Hockey, alongside the NA3HL. The NAHL has 35 teams across four divisions (Central, East, Midwest, South) for the 2024-25 season.

How many teams play in North American Hockey League?

We currently track 35 teams in North American Hockey League. Browse the full team list on this page and follow individual teams for updates.

What level of hockey is North American Hockey League?

North American Hockey League is classified as a junior league in the RinkStop directory. Major-junior leagues are sanctioned for amateur players aged roughly 16 to 20 and serve as primary development pipelines for professional hockey. The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) and the United States Hockey League (USHL) are the best-known examples. Seasons run in line with the academic calendar and feature league-wide drafts to balance talent. Players retain college eligibility in some jurisdictions but not others; leagues outside the CHL typically preserve NCAA eligibility.

How can I follow North American Hockey League games and results?

The official North American Hockey League site is the best source for schedules, scores, and standings: https://nahl.com. RinkStop also publishes highlights and news for North American Hockey League when available — see the "Latest Highlights" section on this page.

Where does North American Hockey League operate?

North American Hockey League is a USA-based league and is part of the broader hockey structure in USA.

How do I get involved with North American Hockey League?

The most direct routes into North American Hockey League are: (1) try out for one of the 35 teams listed in RinkStop, (2) reach out to the league office if listed, or (3) start in a local amateur or youth league and progress to North American Hockey League level through tryouts. Use our hockey cost calculator for typical season costs by level.

How current is the data on this page?

League data on RinkStop is updated as teams, schedules, and rosters change. The "Last updated" line on this page shows when our record for North American Hockey League was last refreshed. We also tag data with a source where one is available.