By Hockey Saskatchewan

REGINA, Sask. – Saskatchewan’s top hockey players are set to take centre ice as the Sask First Female and Male Under-18 (U18) tournaments run simultaneously from April 10-12, 2026.

These Hockey Saskatchewan events give athletes a prime opportunity to develop, compete, and showcase their skills in front of scouts and evaluators.

The Female U18 Top 80 Tournament brings 2009- and 2010-born players to the Balgonie Arena on Friday, April 10, starting with team practices. Four teams will face off in round-robin play throughout the weekend, leading to the A and B Finals on Sunday, April 12.

“For the female players who moved on from the provincial camp earlier this season, this top 80 tournament is more than just a competition. It is a chance to prove themselves on a bigger stage,” said Joel Houseman, Director of Operations for Sask First. “The event plays a key role in selecting athletes for Team Saskatchewan as preparations continue for the 2027 Canada Winter Games.”

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

Meanwhile, the Male U18 Top 160 Tournament, supported by the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, takes place at the Co-operators Centre in Regina. Male players born in 2008, 2009, and 2010 start with team practices before competing in a high-stakes round-robin tournament. Eight teams will be in action, culminating in the A, B, C, and D Finals on April 12.

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

The new Male U13 Prospects Program will also hit the ice at the Co-operators Centre for its inaugural Tournament Weekend. This introductory Sask First program features 2014-born athletes practicing on April 10, followed by four teams competing in round-robin play on April 11, with the A and B Finals wrapping up the weekend on April 12.

Male U13 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.

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