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: 2015 and 2016
12U: 2013 and 2014
14U: 2011 and 2012
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.
When
Practices :
Wednesdays: 8:00–9:00 PM
11/5/2025 - 4/8/2026
Games:
Sundays: 4:15–5:15 PM
11/16/2025 - 4/12/2026
Monday Skills:
TBD
Where
The Nelson Center located within Lincoln Park is Springfield, Illinois.
1601 North 5th Street
Springfield, IL 62702.
(217) 753-2800.
Extra Costs
SYHA registration fee of $60.00 covers costs for SYHA to roster the player with Missouri Youth Hockey League as well as administrative costs associated with this.
Players may choose to participate in additional scrimmages, jamborees, and tournaments at an additional cost. Each event normally has a different cost that is divided amongst the team attending. These are NOT mandatory. More information about these opportunities will be given by Cindy Huddleston, VP of Recreational Programs, as the program begins and continues as information becomes available.
Monday Skills - registration through SYHA website. Instructed by Elite Hockey twice every month.
Tier League Flyer
Jerseys
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
Players will receive their number from Angie Mizeur, VP of Recreational Programs, at the beginning of the season.
Players returning from last season can keep their numbers if they desire.
Player numbers for new players 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.
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
- Practice Code: 340403-03
- Games Code: 340403-04
Frequently Asked Questions
2025-2026
Welcome to the 2025-2026 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 Sunday 10/30/2025
Register