Tier League Rec Hockey
The Tier 1 and Tier 2 Recreational Youth Hockey League is for older players that have graduated from a Learn to Play (LTP) Program either at Springfield Nelson Center or their local association if they have recently moved into the area or have aged out of the ADM Program. This program is for players either beginning to play hockey that focuses on skating development, stick handling, shooting, and developing a love for the game of ice hockey after LTP graduation or want to continue to play hockey not at a competitive level. The two levels of play in this program are Tier 1 (Lower Playing Level) and Tier 2 (Higher Playing Level). This program registers through the Missouri Youth Hockey League just like the Springfield Kings travel teams.
This program is a joint partnership between the Springfield Youth Hockey Association and the Springfield Park District.
Ages
10U: 2016-2017
12U: 2014-2015
14U: 2012-2013
16U: 2010-2011
Players will be evaluated within the first couple weeks of play to determine the appropriate level for them to play at. Players can move throughout the season based on their development.
Where
The Nelson Center located within Lincoln Park is Springfield, Illinois.
1601 North 5th Street
Springfield, IL 62702.
(217) 753-2800.
When
Practices :
Wednesdays: 6:45-7:45 PM
October 7th - March 3rd, 2027
Games:
Sundays: 2:15-3:15 PM
October 11th, 2026- March 7th, 2027
Monday Skills:
TBD
Instructed by Elite Hockey every other Monday.
Cost - SYHA
2026-2027 Fee
$160
SYHA registration fee: $60
Covers the cost for SYHA to roster the player with Missouri Youth Hockey League as well as administrative costs associated with this.
SYHA 2026-2026 Raffle: $100**
**New this season: Registartion Fees include $100 for 10 SYHA Raffle tickets.**
Extra Costs
Jerseys
Club Jerseys are required.
- All players will need to purchase jerseys and socks for the program.
- These will be available through the PRIMO Design website link provided by SYHA once the program begins.
Players will need the following:
- Black and white reversible jersey with the Kings logo as well as player last name and number
- Black hockey socks
***Players and families will also have the opportunity to purchase Bauer warm-ups and Kings merchandise from PRIMO Designs through web links provided by SYHA.***
Player Number
- Returning Players - Players returning from last season can keep their numbers if they desire.
Jersey numbers for New Players Only
- Jersey Numbers are based on availability as well as birth year.
- Players born in even years will receive an even number and players born in odd years will receive odd numbers.
- Once registration is confirmed complete, you may select a jersey number from our "Clubwide Jersey Numbers". See screenshot below.
You may also send an email to verify if a number is available. Provide the following: Players Name, Birth Year and top three numbers.
Tier League Flyer
Registration Process
1- USA Hockey Registration: https://membership.usahockey.com/register/age
Note: please list state affiliation as Missouri
2- SYHA Registration: click REGISTER on Top Right Corner.
3- Springfield Park District Registration: www.springfieldparks.org
- Tier Rec Hockey League Activity # 340403
Frequently Asked Questions
2026-2027 Season
Welcome to the 2026-2027 Hockey Season registration for Tier League Rec Hockey Program. The Springfield Youth Hockey Association in partnership with the Springfield Park District.
Before you start registering, please make sure you have your player/goalie USA Hockey Number.
Select MO as your state of membership.
USA Hockey Registration:
https://membership.usahockey.com/register/age
Players/Goalies MUST be registered before 1st Practice.
Registration Deadline Friday 9/25/2026
Register