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2023 JPIL Elite & U14 is Underway

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Junior Premier Hockey is pleased to announce that the 11th Annual Junior Premier Indoor League kicked off on Saturday, December 17th, 2022.

Thank you for supporting and seeing us through our first successful decade of competition, and hope you will continue to support us as we embark on our second decade of providing a well-organized event for all levels.

Junior Premier Indoor Leagues are sanctioned by USA FH and are open to all member clubs.

“Much admiration to all those who have been part of the Junior Premier Indoor League (JPIL). The experiences the league has given to so many athletes, coaches and officials over these past ten years has been so valuable to their hockey development and most importantly has provided so much fun in a competitive environment.” – Simon Hoskins, CEO USA FH

The 2023 JPIL ELITE will be held over 6 dates for each of the U16 and U19 divisions. All matches will be played at the 422 Sportsplex in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.  The JPIL U14 division will be held over 4 dates and will be held at three different venues: 422 Sportsplex (PA), United Sports Training Center (PA), and CenterCourt (NJ).

U16 & U19 Divisions
@ 422 Sportsplex, PA
Sat, December 17
Sat, January 7
Sat, January 21
Sat, February 4
Sat, February 11
Sat, February 18 – Championships

U14 Division
Sat, December 17 @ CenterCourt, NJ
Sat, January 14 @ 422 Sportsplex, PA
Sun, January 22 @ USTC, PA
Sun, February 12 @ 422 Sportsplex, PA

“The Junior Premier Indoor League has been a phenomenal addition to indoor field hockey in the last ten years. As a program that is well run and highly competitive, I have enjoyed being both a head coach and college recruiter at these indoor games. Looking forward to another ten years of high-level indoor hockey for young adults to compete at!” – Susan Ciufo. Drexel University

We are pleased to announce the following Clubs have accepted our invitation and will be participating in the 2023 JPIL:

U-14 Division:
Central Penn FH (Dillsburg, PA), Freedom HKY (Annapolis, MD), H2O (Phoenix, MD), Oranje-Gottaloveit! (Millsboro, DE), South Jersey Edge (Erial, NJ), Total Dutch FHC (Somerset, NJ), Uprise FHC, (Moorestown, NJ),Warhawks FHC (Glenwood, MD)

U-16 Division:
Alley Cats (Palmyra, PA), Central Penn FH (Dillsburg, PA), Electric Surge (Dallas, PA), Freedom HKY (Annapolis, MD), FSC (Mechanicsville, PA), New York HC (Sommers, NY), Philly Hockey Club (Dublin, PA), South Jersey Edge (Erial, NJ), Uprise FHC, (Moorestown, NJ), Warhawks FH (Glenwood, MD)

U-19 Division:
Alley Cats (Palmyra, PA), Central Penn FH (Dillsburg, PA), Electric Surge (Dallas, PA), Freedom HKY (Annapolis, MD), FSC (Mechanicsville, PA), H2O (Phoenix, MD), Metro HC (Frederick, MD), New York HC (Sommers, NY), Philly Hockey Club (Dublin, PA), South Jersey Edge (Erial, NJ), Uprise FHC, (Moorestown, NJ), Warhawks FH (Glenwood, MD)

 Complete details including schedules, results, team rosters, etc. can be found on our web site, juniorpremierhockey.com.

“Junior Premier Hockey — people with passion for the game of hockey.  A hockey experience poised to provide young athletes, umpires and technical staff with an atmosphere where they can grow their talents, skills and excitement for the game.” – Regina Sands-Corl, JPH Technical Official

We are very pleased to announce that Rothman Orthopedics is the official sponsor of the Staff Apparel. Dita USA will continue its support and provide the Individual Awards.

Please make sure to acknowledge and support these two Sponsors and all our other Sponsors and supporters!

If you are interested in being a Sponsor or Supporter of any of our JPH events, please Contact Us. Regardless of how small, your support is greatly needed and appreciated!

Clubs interested in participating in any of our Junior Premier Hockey leagues should visit our web site for details, or Contact Us.

We thank all the Clubs, Umpires, Parent Judges, Technical Officials, Umpire Managers, College Coaches, Sponsors and Supporters who have played their part in helping us successfully reach our first decade milestone. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to serving you and continuing to Grow the Game for another ten years.

“As a parent of a player, a technical officer, and as a JPIL umpire, it’s a family affair with my entire JPH family! JPH has brought so many wonderful people into our lives that I consider family. Hockey is way more than just a game here at JPH!!” – Karen Uba, Parent and Umpire

Good Luck to all participants and please follow us on Social Media @JrPremierHockey, tag us using #JPIL and find our full length matches on YouTube.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CHAMPIONS OF 2022!

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HAPPY 10TH ANNIVERSARY JUNIOR PREMIER HOCKEY!

The 9th Annual Junior Premier Outdoor League (JPOL) came to a close on Sunday, June 12th and it is with such a relief that we were able to overcome a few challenges in organizing and running this event during this new normal Covid-19 environment.

New this year was our U19 JPOL Elite which was created to showcase some of the top youth Clubs while playing in a format mirroring that of NCAA / FIH Hockey. All games were played at a university complex, on water-based turf, with time stoppage for every goal, short corner, injury, etc. The goal was to make everyone more familiar with the NCAA format thus creating an easier transition to the next level.

Over the course of the spring season the benefits of participation can be attested by those who were present at games being held across all regions. The improvements in the quality of games from the first weekend in April to the various Championships are commendable and reflects the commitment of the players, parents, coaches, umpires, technical staff and many others.

At this time, let us recognize and celebrate all the victors and show our appreciation to all participants, supporters, volunteers and sponsors.

The continued success of this League would not be possible without the support of many who tirelessly give of their time and experience. Much appreciation to the Club Directors, Coaches and their membership who join us each spring to make this league possible. Many thanks to the Umpire Managers (UMs), Technical Delegates (TDs) and their staff of dedicated Technical Officers (TO) and Umpires. You all give so much of you time and talent to be part of this event and its continued successes.

Special thanks and appreciation to the parent Judges from each Club who stepped up each week to give a helping hand at the Technical Table, making sure that the results, game clock and statistics are correct. We thank you for your service!

To our dedicated JPH Directors, Lurah Hess, Kim Scott, Rachael Bloemker and Nigel Traverso, for the countless hours of dedication behind the scenes that allow JPH to achieve and celebrate ten successful years of event planning and organization. Thank you all for continuing to Grow The Game!

A shout out to those Collegiate Coaches who took the time to attend the numerous competitions in each region and to show their continued support. It is always a pleasure to have you all and hope you will continue to attend and recruit at our JPH events. We believe that this is a perfect arena for recruiting at just a short drive away.

Much appreciation to the private institutions for granting us access and use of your facilities year after year. We hope to continue developing great working and supportive relationships and that you continue to make your facilities affordable and accessible to us.

Special recognition to our major sponsors Rothman Orthopedics, Savage Field Hockey – Official Ball Supplier, and Harrow Sports USA – Official Individual Awards Sponsor. Thank you all for your continued support!

To USA FH and Staff who we worked closely throughout the year, we appreciate the continued support shown in working together for the good of the sport and your membership. We thank you and look forward to continuing to build and strengthen our relationship as a Sanctioned event, that benefits the membership and at the same time helping to Growing the Game by providing opportunities for Players, Coaches, Umpires, Umpire Managers and Technical Officials.

And now we recognize and congratulate the 2022 Champions and Special Award recipients from each of the participating Regions, Elite and U14 combined, for an outstanding performance.

U14 CHAMPIONS
U14 Combined – CENTRAL PENN FHC
R8 – STICK POWER FHC

Harrow’s Most Valuable Player
U14 Combined – VIVIAN BOLER, CENTRAL PENN FHC
R8 – ALEXANDRA CURTIS, RICHMOND PANTHERS FHC

Harrow’s Top Goal Scorer
U14 Combined – MARGO SCHWARZ, POWER HOUSE FH
R8 – ALEXANDRA CURTIS, RICHMOND PANTHERS FHC
R8 – KIRA TRADER, FOCUS FH

U16 CHAMPIONS
R4 – ALLEGIANCE FH
R5 – XCALIBUR FHC
R6 – SPIRIT OF USA
R7 – WARHAWKS FHC
R8 – RICHMOND PANTHERS FHC

Harrow’s Most Valuable Players
R5 – MADELYN STEVENS, POWER HOUSE FH
R6 – MARY WODELMANN, SPIRIT OF USA
R7 – AVA HERSHBERGER, WARHAWKS FHC
R8 – CALLIE ROGERS, RICHMOND PANTHERS FHC

Harrow’s Top Goal Scorers
R5 – HADLEY HOFFSMITH, ALLEY CATS
R6 – MARY WODELMNN, SPIRIT OF USA
R7 – RILEY SCHMIDT, WARHAWKS, FHC
R8 – AMANDA MARTIN, METRO FHC

U19 CHAMPIONS
ELITE – FREEDOM HKY
R4 – ADK GOLD
R5 – PHILLY HC
R6 – PRINCETON FHC
R7 – SPARK
R8 – SAINTS FHC

Harrow’s Most Valuable Players
ELITE – ALYSSA KLEBASKO, FREEDOM HKY
R5 – HAILEY COPESTICK, PHILLY HC
R6 – ABIGAIL BOGGS, SOUTH JERSEY EDGE
R7 – BRIDGET DONOVAN, SPARKS
R8 –EMMERSON SCHWARTZ, SAINTS FHC

Harrow’s Top Goal Scorers
ELITE – JULIA BRESSLER, XCALIBUR FHC
R5 – ERIN O’DONNELL, FSC
R6 – TALIA SCHECK, PRINCETON FHC
R7 – KARLI PERNOD, GOTTALOVEIT ORANJE!
R8 – CALLIE ROGERS, RICHMOND PANTHERS FHC

In recognition of her dedication and all she does for Field Hockey in Region 8 and the Virginia Beach area, a Sportsmanship awarded was donated and presented in honor of Terri Sawyer.

The 2022 recipient of the Terri Sawyer, Sportsmanship Award was awarded to Charlotte Ambush.

We are also looking for any hockey enthusiasts who would like to contribute their talents as a volunteer.  Check out our Tech & Umpires section for the many areas where you can give back to the game.  Training is provided!

On behalf of Junior Premier Hockey (JPH), its Directors, Rachael Bloemker and Nigel Traverso, we say many thanks to all for your hard work, dedication, commitment, support and cooperation in making this Junior Premier Hockey event a continued success.

Congratulations to the 2022 JPOL Champions!

Happy 10th Anniversary Junior Premier Hockey – Continue To Grow The Game!

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Over 120 Teams representing 70+ Clubs will celebrate Junior Premier Hockey 10th Anniversary by participating in three age divisions (U-14, U-16, U-19) and the newly formed U19 Elite, representing five regions as they get ready to kick off the 2022 Annual JPOL on Saturday, April 9.

Since 2013, the Junior Premier Outdoor League (JPOL) has been run under the umbrella of Junior Premier Hockey (JPH). Its creators, Nigel Traverso and Rachael Bloemker, whose vision and objective is to organize and run a competitive outdoor league in each region across the United States, whereby youth clubs and their membership have the opportunity to compete against each other on a regular basis and continue to Grow the Game.

This year JPH celebrates its 10th Anniversary with the launching of a new and exciting event called JPOL Elite.
The inaugural JPOL Elite kicks off on Saturday, April 9 at the Proving Grounds, PA. This event was created out of discussion with various clubs as to their need to play more often on water base turf regardless of the travel constraints and looking ahead to an easy transition to the NCAA format of play as their membership get ready for the next stage in their hockey career. The JPOL Elite is a U19 event and participation is by invitation only. Each year, four spots become available and all JPOL participating Clubs have the opportunity to earn one of those prestigious and well sought-after invitations, based on performance in their respective Regions.
JPH continues to work with clubs in all regions interested in participating in their leagues.

Each region’s JPOL league is played annually during the Spring, starting in April and ending with the Championships held no later than the second weekend in June. Participation is open to all USA FH member youth clubs and all are encouraged to participate in any of the three age divisions offered (U-14, U-16 and U19). JPH also continued to offer playing opportunities to our northern neighbors in Canada.

With tremendous interest and support, JPH will continue to host a U14 combined league that brings together clubs from Regions 3 through 7 to compete over six competition dates. Region 8 continues to support its own U14 Division, competing over three full weekends at River City, Richmond, VA, George Mason University, VA and a Championship weekend that will be held at the Regional Training Center in Virginia Beach on June 4 & 5.

THE 2022 JPOL PARTICIPANTS

JPOL U19 Elite
Central Penn FH – Dillsburg, PA
Freedom HKY – Annapolis, MD
Jersey Intensity FH – Monmouth Beach, NJ
Philly HC- Dublin, PA
SPark – Crofton, MD
South Jersey Edge FHC – Erial, NJ
Uprise FHC – Moorestown, NJ
X-Calibur FHC – Elverson, PA

REGION 1- 4 (NORTHEAST/NEW YORK/CANADA)
ADK – Round Lake, NY
Buffalo Hurricanes – Buffalo, NY
Cross-River Combo – New Paltz, NY
Empire United FH – West Henrietta, NY
Hudson Valley – Putnam Valley, NY
New York HC – Westchester County, NY
Strong Island – Farmingville, New York, NY

REGION 5 (PENNSYLVANIA)
Alley Cats – Harrisburg, PA
Central Penn FH – Dillsburg, PA
Freedom HKY – Annapolis, MD
Mayhem FHC (Mainline FH) – Philadelphia, PA
Philly HC- Dublin, PA
Souderton Strikers –Hatfield, PA
Vipers FHC – Collegeville, Pa
X-Calibur FHC – Elverson, PA
FSC – Mechanicsville, PA
High Styx FH – Kempton, PA
Powerhouse FH – Wayne, PA

REGION 6 (NEW JERSEY)
Centercourt FH – Morristown, NJ
Jersey Intensity FH – Monmouth Beach, NJ
Mid Jersey Knights FHC – Highland Park, NJ
NJ Starz FHC – Oxford, NJ
Princeton FHC – Princeton, NJ
South Jersey Edge – Erial, NJ
Red Knots FHC – NJ
New Heights FH – Chatham, NJ
Uprise FHC – Moorestown, NJ
Spirit of USA – Woodbury, NJ

REGION 7 (CHESAPEAKE)
Alpha Hockey – Ellicott City, MD
Empower FHC – Newark, DE
Freedom HKY – Annapolis, MD
H2O – Middletown, DE
Mustangs FHC – Washington, DC
Washington Wolves – Clarksburg, MD
Next Level – Bethesda, MD
Oranje-Gottaloveit! – Millsboro, DE
Rebels FHC – Taneytown, MD
SPark – Crofton, MD
Warhawks FHC – Glenwood, MD

REGION 8 (SOUTH)
Atlanta FHC – Atlanta, Georgia
Carolina All Stars FH – Chapel Hill, NC
Charlotte Ambush FHC – Charlotte, NC
Metro HC – Bethesda, MD
Saints FHC – Henrico, VA
Tidewater Undertow FHC – Richmond, VA
Focus FHC – Williamsburg, VA
Hammers FHC – Sterling, VA
High Voltage FHC – Fredericksburg, VA
Husel FHC – Oakton, VA
NC Fusion Platinum – Kernsville, NC
Panthers FHC – Richmond,VA
Stick Power Elite – Yorktown, VA
Xtreme FHC – Annandale, VA

U14 COMBINED
Alley Cats – Hatfield, PA
Centercourt FHC – NJ
Central Penn FH – Dillsburg, PA
Freedom HKY – Annapolis, MD
H2O – Middletown, DE
Mayhem FH (Main Line FH) – Wayne, PA
High Styx FH – Kempton, PA
Oranje-Gottaloveit! – Millsboro, DE
South Jersey Edge – Erial, NJ
Powerhouse FH – Wayne, PA
Red Knots FHC – NJ
Souderton Strikers –Hatfield, PA
SPark – Crofton, MD
Spirit of USA FH – Cherry Hill, NJ
Uprise FHC – Moorestown, NJ
X-Calibur FHC – Elverson, PA

JPOL is a USA Field Hockey Sanctioned Event. Participation in JPOL provides athletes and coaches with an organized level of competition on a regular basis, that helps prepare them and their Club for success at RCC, NCC, National Hockey Festival and other domestic competition.

In order to continue to Grow the Game, a key component that is often overlooked are the Officials. JPH events (JPOL & JPIL) are staffed with tournament officials (Umpires, Technical Officials and Site Coordinators) recruited from each region, who are sometimes entering hockey for their first time in a role other than an athlete or spectator. All JPH tournaments officials are developed and supported by highly experienced officials so they too can become key players in growing the game.

JPH continues its search for a Title Sponsor for this Junior Premier Outdoor League (JPOL), as well, as the Junior Premier Indoor League (JPIL), and hoping that some generous individual or company will come forward and support one or both of these great youth programs.

A special Thanks to our Sponsors, Mercian Sports, the Official Ball supplier; and Harrows Sport the Individual Awards supplier. Please make sure to thank these Sponsors and support them for all your Field Hockey needs.
Information on Sponsorship and support can be found at: https://www.juniorpremierhockey.com/sponsors/about-jph-sponsorship/.

We invite you to join us and hope to see you at one or many of the regions.
Good Luck to all participants!

Make sure you tag us on social media: @JrPremierHockey #JPOL #JPH
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Thank you all for your continued support and for helping us reach this milestone. Hopefully with your continued support, we can look forward to reaching the next milestone in ten years!

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