Tickets

MARYLAND HEIGHTS, Mo. - The official logo for the 2026 United Collegiate Hockey Cup has been unveiled.

The logo features a red, white, and blue shield design with the tournament name and an outline of the St. Louis skyline, representing the event's host location in St. Louis County. Beneath the shield, the names and logos of each participating school are represented in alphabetical order.  

The tournament will be held in Maryland Heights, Missouri from March 5-7, 2026, bringing together five NCAA Division I men's hockey programs - Alaska-Anchorage, Alaska-Fairbanks, Lindenwood, Long Island, and Stonehill - for a high-stakes postseason showdown.

General Admission tickets for the United Collegiate Hockey Cup are now on sale at a cost of $20 for adults and $10 for children. Tickets can be purchased at LindenwoodLions.com/tickets.

During the tournament's initial announcement in May, Lindenwood Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics Jason Coomer stated that "We are thrilled to bring this tournament to the St. Louis market. This event not only provides a competitive platform for our student-athletes but also showcases the growth and quality of independent NCAA hockey programs on a national stage."

"The passion and dedication of these student-athletes deserves to be highlighted," said Brock Anundson, Director of Athletics at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. "This tournament is about creating meaningful postseason opportunities and demonstrating the strength of these hockey programs in the NCAA landscape. We're grateful to Lindenwood and the St. Louis community for hosting this inaugural event."

The event represents a major step forward for independent college hockey programs, providing them with a postseason championship experience and an opportunity to showcase their talent on a national stage. The United Collegiate Hockey Cup is expected to draw college hockey fans, NHL scouts, and media attention, further growing the visibility of these programs.

"The ability to compete for a championship is an important part of every student-athlete's experience, and we are excited this event will provide that opportunity for each participating program," said Dean O'Keefe, Director of Athletics at Stonehill College. "We appreciate the St. Louis community welcoming this inaugural event to their region, and we look forward to Stonehill being part of this Division I post-season tournament."

What the Coaches are Saying
"The creation of the United Collegiate Hockey Cup is a milestone for independent hockey programs. Our players now have the chance to compete for a championship that recognizes their hard work, talent, and commitment to the game. It's an exciting step forward that gives our teams a meaningful goal to chase at the end of every season." – Matt Shasby, Alaska Anchorage

"This tournament is going to be a special experience for our players. The release of tickets is another exciting step toward bringing this event to life, and I know our student-athletes are looking forward to competing in front of a great crowd in St. Louis for the inaugural UCHC Championship. College hockey is about energy and passion, and we cannot wait to share that with our student-athletes, fans, and alumni at this marquee event." – Erik Largen, Alaska Fairbanks

"We are excited to host the inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup at Centene Community Ice Center this March.  Our players are so excited to play for a championship at the end of the season.  This is a big step for college hockey and the 5 independent schools. The St. Louis hockey community will embrace this tournament, and it will be a great weekend of hockey!" – Keith Fisher, Lindenwood

"The United College Hockey Cup will be a great opportunity for our student-athletes to compete for a championship. We are grateful for the privilege to be able to showcase ourselves on a national stage. We want to thank everyone who participated in organizing and planning this event and making it possible. It will be an exciting weekend of hockey!" – Brendan Riley, LIU

 "We are thrilled to be part of the inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup. This event is a tremendous opportunity to showcase the quality and talent of the five independent teams on a national stage. Even more exciting, it gives our programs the chance to compete for a championship trophy. We are grateful to the athletic directors and coaches from each school who worked collaboratively to bring this vision to life. This truly represents a game-changing step forward for our programs." – David Berard, Stonehill
--
The Lindenwood men's hockey team opens up their season on October 3^rd and 4^th, as they host Big 10 opponent Wisconsin at Centene Community Ice Center. Purchase your tickets today at LindenwoodLions.com/tickets.