WELCOME TO CHAMPIONS HOCKEY ACADEMY
CHA is an all-inclusive player development program that provides student athletes the ability to flourish in both academics and sport. It has been designed to maximize potential, allowing players to perform at an
elite level within a team environment.
CHA ACCEPTED INTO CSSHL & UT1HL FOR UPCOMING SEASON
Launched in 2009, the CSSHL’s mission is to be a leader in education-based hockey. To date, 80+ CSSHL alumni have been drafted into the NHL, with 21 selected in the 2022 draft alone. Nearly 500 alumni have moved onto the NCAA/USPORTS, 500+ to the CHL and over 60 have represented their country. CHA will compete in the U17 Eastern division for the upcoming 2023-24 season.
Founded in 2018, the United Tier 1 Hockey League (UT1HL) offers a competitive, balanced schedule. The schedule includes weekend home/away games & is highlighted with four showcases designed to provide maximum exposure for its member organizations and their players. CHA will be participating in the U18 division.
CHA will also play games in the North American Prep Hockey League (NAPHL), where we were the U16 National Champions in 2022-23. We will be participating in the U18 division.
TWO PROGRAMS – DEVELOPMENT AND ACADEMY
The CHA Development program, open to all students enrolled at FCA, teaches hockey fundamentals to elementary, middle and high school players.
The CHA Eagles Academy program is a recruitment and selection-based program featuring some of the top players from Canada and internationally.
INTERESTED IN CHA U17 PREP?
Read through our program brochure, with information for both domestic and international student-athletes.
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPEN
Co-ed students from all grade levels may participate in this program via four divisions – Learn to Skate; Elementary Hockey; Middle School Hockey; and High School Hockey.
ABOUT CHAMPIONS HOCKEY
Our Story
With a goal of offering their sons more ice time, Champions Hockey was founded in 2007 by Dax MacLean and Stacy Smallman. Both alumni and National Champions with the University of New Brunswick, their small group quickly grew and became sought after by athletes searching for the highest quality training.
Our Evolution
Champions Hockey is now recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s premier development programs, servicing players from all over the world. In 2012, they partnered with the Saint John Sea Dogs of the QMJHL and became their head on ice instructors for all fall/winter development. Champions Hockey has become a household brand for many, offering private and semi-private sessions, high intensity skills camps and group development. In partnership with The Atlantic Canadian Sports Institute, Champions Hockey is able to provide training for junior, university, and professional athletes aiming to elevate their game.
