what ARE people saying about the first inaugural American Pond Hockey Invitational?

“The first pond hockey tournament in Minocqua WI was a fantastic winter event for everyone of all ages!! It was great to see so many people from all over the country participate. All the volunteers worked really hard to make this event a success and I hope to see this continue on! A big thank you Will for having the vision for the community and pulling this together!!”

— Eileen R

“This weekend is officially “Most Fun Weekend of the Winter in Minocqua”! Put it on your calendar for 2024!!!”

— Mary M

“This was a fun, well organized event!”

— Evan C

“Awesome merch. Bought a sweatshirt and haven’t taken it off in 3 days.”

— Andrew K

“First class...”

— Paul E

“Great quality, very unique event”

— Kevin M

“I love my new beanie, the fit and fabric are top notch! Thank you American Pond Hockey for the fresh gear.”

— John S

First Pond Hockey in Minocqua a Success (Lakeland Times)

Pond Hockey Scores for Veterans (WAOW Channel 9)

Pond Hockey is Coming to Minocqua (WXPR Radio)

The Parking Lot Podcast: Recap of APH 2023

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The Sequel (February 15)

American Pond Hockey: The Sequel - Public Skating & Pickup Hockey Event

Cost: FREE!

Date: February 15, 2025
Location: Minocqua Aqua Bowl

Join us for a weekend of fun on the ice! Whether you're looking to skate casually or play pickup hockey, there's something for everyone. Sign up below to reserve your spot. After registration, we’ll send you a waiver to complete before the event.

With four rinks available, each will be devoted to a particular demographic of player/skater. We will do our best to cover everything from open skate to figure skating and pickup hockey. When signing up, please designate your interest so we can plan accordingly.

Tentative Schedule: 10 AM to 5 PM

Sign-Up Information

Once registered, you'll receive a confirmation email with a waiver to complete.

Note: All participants must submit a signed waiver before participating.

Waitlist

Invitational: Premier Division (A)

For players with professional, collegiate, AAA or other elite hockey experience. The team with the worst record will be demoted to the open division for the following year.

Invitational teams are invited to join us on Thursday, Feb 6 for a welcome party. Tournament pool-play games are scheduled to start on Friday. Teams are guaranteed 4 games: 3 pool play games and the first-round of playoffs, after which games are single elimination until a champion is crowned.

Games are 4v4, 30-minutes long with a 2-minute halftime break. Rosters can have a maximum of 8 players. Rinks are made using 12-inch boards and traditional wooden pond hockey goals (no goalies or goaltending). One team captain will register for a spot in the tournament and serve as the main point of contact.

Final rosters to be submitted by January 1, 2025.

Player waivers must be signed prior to check in. Please check in at the Let’s Minocqua Visitor Center (on Highway 51) prior to your first scheduled game.

Registration cost includes a $500 non-refundable deposit.

Full tournament registration fee is non-refundable after October 1, 2024.

Waitlist

Invitational: Open Division (B)

The Open division is for adult players with any form of organized hockey. Games are scheduled on Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8.

Teams are guaranteed 4 games: 3 pool play games and the first-round of playoffs, after which games are single elimination until a champion is crowned.

Games are 4v4, 30-minutes long with a 2-minute halftime break. Rosters can have a maximum of 8 players. Rinks are made using 12-inch boards and traditional wooden pond hockey goals (no goalies or goaltending). One team captain will register for a spot in the tournament and serve as the main point of contact.

Final rosters to be submitted by January 1, 2025.

Player waivers must be signed prior to check in. Please check in for player wristbands prior to your first scheduled game.

Registration cost includes a $500 non-refundable deposit.

Full tournament registration fee is non-refundable after October 1, 2024.

2023 APH Coverage