North Park 16U AA Wins 2025 Liberty Cup Spring Classic in Philadelphia

The 2024-'25 inaugural 16U North Park AA team made its mark this weekend, earning the first Tier II 16U banner in program history with a physical 2-1 victory over the Rochester Jr. Americans 16U AA.  The NYC Skyliners 16U AA also competed well in this tournament, finishing in third place just behind the "Amerks."  [Pre-merger, the NYC Skyliners and the NYC Raiders (Tier III joint venture between NYC Skyliners and North Park) had tournament success at the 16U level.]

For North Park 16U AA, today's victory caps a six-game unbeaten streak to close the season, a strong bounce-back after a tough loss in the LIAHL AA Playoff semifinals 2 weeks ago.  Across both North Park and the NYC Skyliners, the 2009s look to build on their 16U AA success next season, while the 2008s look to write new history with the program's first 18U Tier II AA offering in 2025--'26.    

OUR STANDARDS

Culture is defined by actions more than words. But words can be useful in helping establish common standards for action. Especially for an organization committed to continuous improvement.  

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NYCHC 2012 team wins Quebec BSR Title

The championship game of the Quebec BSR tournament was filled with excitement with the New York City Hockey Club 2012 winning by the score of 4-2 over Suisse SD, Academy. The game was tied 2-2 and looked like it was headed to OT before a rebound and a scrum in front of net resulted in the game winning goal for NYCHC with just 90 seconds remaining. The Suisse SD team mounted a surge in the final minute but NYCHC was able to add an empty net goal to secure the title. 

The BSR tournament was comprised of 108 teams with over 2200 players from 7 different countries (United States, Canada, France, Japan, Czech Republic, Romania and Switzerland). The NYCHC team was able to overcome an opening game loss and a gut wrenching 2-1 win in their second game (elimination game) vs. Halifax Hawks from Nova Scotia in their bracket that featured 24 teams. The team then went a five game winning streak to capture the title of Quebec BSR Champions. 

2025 Annual Appeal

Our respective seasons are gaining momentum coming out of the MLK tournament weekend. We had over 20 teams visit Philadelphia for the Liberty Cup. Other teams headed to Massachusetts for games in Boston, Worcester, Foxboro and Braintree. Coaches and Commissioners collaborated on delivering Player Evaluations. And we prepared for LIAHL, HVHL, THF, AHF, EJEPL, MAMA, Kips Bay 6U and NPHL "Messier Cup" playoffs, along with the NYS Tournament and Quebec. 

With the successful completion of our 2024 merger, the North Park Hockey Association family can offer the full menu of youth hockey development across all age and commitment levels, from 4U House hockey to Tier I 18U National teams. 

The overwhelming response to our recent Parent Survey helped highlight our current strengths and weaknesses. Guided by this Survey, we look forward to reporting ideas on the collective vision + values for our organization in the coming weeks as we work to continuously improve. 

The Annual Appeal is a crucial part of this continuous improvement. We are so thankful for the continued generosity of our parents, going back to our 1987 founding in Central Park. Your ongoing support ensures additional programming for our children. 

As a 501(c)(3) volunteer-run not-for-profit, our ultimate goal is to direct our resources towards programming for our skaters. To ensure that our ice footprint, facilities, coaching delivery, leagues and tournaments will all enhance player development. Your generosity enables families in need to receive tuition assistance. And that North Park grows the game by serving as a thought leader in the hockey community. 

Thank you in advance as we work to extend our 38-year legacy of generosity in 2025. We appreciate your consideration: 

https://www.northparkhockey.org/donate

We all share in the gratitude. 

2025 North Park Spring Training

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2025-'26 Tier I AAA Tryouts

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2025-'26 Tier II Tryouts

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North Park 2014 A are Champions at the MLK Weekend Liberty Cup

The NP 2014 A squirt team won the championship for the 10U A2 division at the Liberty Cup in Suburban Philadelphia over the MLK weekend. After a tough defeat in its first game against a team from Northern Virginia, the squad then in its next match found themselves down two goals after the first and again mid-way through the game vs. another difficult opponent from Southern Connecticut.

After battling to make it 4-3, the 2014As rode to a 5-4 victory with two third period goals, a suffocating defense and stellar goaltending. The momentum had shifted. After a dominant 6-1 victory over its eventual finals opponent from Downington, PA, the team took down another local PA squad in a thrilling 1-0 win in the semi-finals. In the Championship game Monday morning, the team came out firing, building a 4-0 lead through the first two periods, and hung on for a 5-2 victory at Oaks Ice Center. In the finals, the 2014 A team employed the same recipe it had used in its previous three games - solid goaltending and tenacious defense, a relentless forecheck, and most importantly, consistent, fundamental team play.

Thank you to all players, parents and coaches for making it a fun and rewarding long weekend in Pennsylvania!

NORTH PARK 14U A1 BANTAM BLUE TEAM SCORES A SILVER AT THE LIBERTY CUP

The North Park 14U A1 Bantam Blue team took second place at the Liberty Cup in Philadelphia last weekend. They skated their hearts out for a 5-4 win over the Hunterdon Bears on Saturday. Sunday started off with a nail-biting 2-2 tie against the Rooftop Selects with goals in the first and third periods. Sunday’s second game was a hard-fought 3-1 win over the Huskies, who they faced in the finals on Monday, losing 0-2. The team took their hockey to the next level with their characteristic spark and team spirit. Go North Park!

North Park 2015 Squirt White Claims Liberty Cup Title with Perfect Record

The North Park 2015 Squirt White team took the crown at the Liberty Cup in Philadelphia this past weekend, going undefeated throughout the tournament. Competing in the 10U B2 division, the team opened play with a hard-fought 6-4 win over the Hunterdon Bears. On Day 2, the team had an impressive shutout win over the Palisades Predators, and a late third-period goal against Team Philadelphia clinched the top seed heading into the playoffs.

A Day 3 finals rematch against Team Philadelphia was hard-fought, with back-and-forth action on both ends of the ice. But a solid team effort, with great offensive play and goaltending, sealed the "W," 4-1.

Congratulations to Coach Bobby and all the players on an amazing weekend!