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NAHL PROSPECTS CHALLENGE

The NAHL Prospects Challenge brings together top hockey prospects and NAHL member clubs for a premier scouting and development opportunity. Held in conjunction with the prestigious Robertson Cup, the NAHL Championship, the event gives aspiring players the chance to showcase their skills, compete against elite talent, and gain valuable exposure to NAHL coaches and scouts.

The tournament also provides NAHL organizations with an opportunity to evaluate prospective players, strengthen recruitment efforts, and help athletes better understand the path to junior hockey.

Prospect Challenge Event Highlights

  • Purpose: Provide high-level competition, player exposure, and development opportunities while connecting talented prospects with NAHL teams and scouts.

  • Eligibility: NAHL member clubs are invited to enter 18U teams featuring players born in 2009 and 2010, as well as 16U teams featuring players born in 2011 and 2012.

  • Tournament Format:

    • Teams compete in a three-game round-robin format.

    • The top four teams advance to the semifinals, leading to the championship game on Sunday afternoon.

    • All teams are guaranteed a minimum of four games, including consolation or semifinal matchups.

    • Games consist of three 17-minute periods.

An Opportunity to Take the Next Step

The NAHL Prospects Challenge offers aspiring junior hockey players an exceptional opportunity to compete against top talent, demonstrate their abilities, and get noticed by NAHL organizations. With high-level competition and direct exposure to scouts and coaches, the tournament serves as a valuable stepping stone for players pursuing their hockey goals.

For additional information or tournament inquiries, please contact Brandon Sell at bsell@wildernesshockey.com.

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Spring Prospects Alumni:

Ryan Gerlich – Current Minnesota Wilderness Goalie 
AJ Reyelts – WHL Penticton, Cedar Rapids USHL, UMD commit 
Wyatt Carlson – Eau Clair, Fairbanks NAHL
Cole Christian – Anchorage NAHL, Air Force 
Kade Kohanski – UMD commit, Lincoln USHL
Joe Stauber – Philadelphia rebels NAHL 
Andrew Larson – UWS, Keani River NAHL 
George Peterson – Bethel University, Chippewa Steel NAHL 
Lucus Rauner – NCDC champion, Idaho Spud Kings
Karson Young – UMD commit, Cedar Rapids USHL
Beau Janzig – Air Force, Minnesota Wilderness 
Wyatt Mineheine – 100 pts in NA3HL, Minnesota Wilderness NA3HL