About the NAHL
The North American Hockey League (NAHL) is a Tier II junior hockey league in the U.S., sanctioned by USA Hockey. It features players aged 16-21, with a total of 37 teams that compete all across the US. Known for its competitive play and strong emphasis on player development, the NAHL is a highly scouted league for players aiming to play at the NCAA collegiate level. The league serves as a vital stepping stone in the American hockey development system.
Top Rated Teams
Ranked by THR grade
2026 NAHL rankings
The best NAHL teams in every category, from verified reviews, alumni advancement, and five seasons of results
All Teams
Aberdeen Wings
Amarillo Wranglers
Anchorage Wolverines
Austin Bruins
Billings Cattle Punchers
Bismarck Bobcats
Corpus Christi IceRays
Danbury Jr. Hat Tricks (NAHL)
El Paso Rhinos (NAHL)
Elmira Aviators
Fairbanks Ice Dogs
Grand Junction River Hawks
Houston Bulls
Idaho Falls Spud Kings
Janesville Jets
Johnstown Tomahawks
Kenai River Brown Bears
Lone Star Brahmas
Maryland Black Bears
Minnesota Mallards
Minnesota Wilderness (NAHL)
Minot Minotauros
New Hampshire Mountain Kings (NAHL)
New Jersey Titans (NAHL)
New Mexico Ice Wolves (NAHL)
Northeast Generals (NAHL)
Odessa Jackalopes
Ogden Mustangs
Oklahoma Warriors
Philadelphia Rebels
Pueblo Peppers
Shreveport Mudbugs
Springfield Jr. Blues
St. Cloud Norsemen
Watertown Shamrocks
Wisconsin Windigo (NAHL)Quick Facts
Tier 2 — tuition-free
34 teams in 2025-26, expanding to ~38 with a new Mountain Division for 2026-27
Robertson Cup champion — the oldest junior hockey trophy in the United States
276+ NCAA commitments in 2025-26 (~63% to NCAA Division I)
Where NAHL Draftees Came From
Across 60 leagues · 236 teams
Top Contributing Teams
- Rochester Jr. AmericansNAHL3 (1.0%)
- Hill-Murray SchoolUSHS-MN3 (1.0%)
