By Hockey Saskatchewan

REGINA, Sask. – Saskatchewan’s top hockey players will take center stage as the Sask First Female and Male Under-18 (U18) tournaments run simultaneously from April 11-13, 2025.

Both these Hockey Saskatchewan events offer a critical opportunity for athletes to develop, compete, and showcase their skills in front of scouts and evaluators.

The Female U18 Top 80 Tournament will see 2008- and 2009-born players hit the ice at the Balgonie Stardome on Friday, April 11, starting with team practices. Four teams will then face off in round-robin play, with games running throughout the weekend and culminating in the A and B Finals on Sunday, April 13.

“For female players, this tournament is more than just a competition—it’s an opportunity to prove themselves on a bigger stage,” said Joel Houseman, Director of Operations for Sask First. “It plays a pivotal role in selecting athletes for Team Saskatchewan as we prepare for the 2025 U18 Women’s National Championship.”

Female U18 Tournament Hub – Click for Rosters/Schedule/Game Statistics

Meanwhile, the Male U18 Top 160 Tournament, backed by the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL), will take place at the Co-operators Centre in Regina.

Male players born in 2007, 2008, and 2009 will begin with team practices before competing in a high-stakes round-robin tournament. With eight teams in action, the event will wrap up with A, B, C, and D Finals on April 13.

Male U18 Tournament Hub – Click for Rosters/Schedule/Game Statistics

Media members seeking further details can reach out to Hockey Saskatchewan’s Marketing and Communications Manager, Joseph Laprairie, via email at JosephL@HockeySask.ca or by calling (306) 789-5101.

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About SASK FIRST

The Sask First program, introduced by Hockey Saskatchewan in 1988, has been a source of immense pride and achievement in our province. This high-performance initiative was crafted with the dual goal of enhancing the game's comprehension and nurturing the growth of exceptional players, coaches, trainers, officials, and administrators. It empowers participants, enriching them as individuals, fostering self-satisfaction, and enhancing their enjoyment within the hockey community.

About HOCKEY SASKATCHEWAN

Hockey Saskatchewan was established in 1912 and is the governing body for organized hockey in the province. With a mission to lead, develop and promote positive hockey experiences, Hockey Saskatchewan encourages competition at all levels – from recreational to high performance. Hockey Saskatchewan has grown through the years and is Saskatchewan’s largest sports organization with over 45,000 members comprised of players, coaches, and officials. For more information, please visit www.hockeysask.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.