Youth Hockey News & Stories
Insights, analysis, and news about Youth Hockey from the Elite Prospects editorial team. Stay updated with expert coverage on Youth Hockey, including key stories and in-depth articles.
Jun 19th, 16:33Youth HockeyRoad less traveled: Leonidas Gill's journey from Florida AA hockey to USA National Camp
The story behind how a Florida kid playing AA hockey earned an invite to USA Hockey's National camp.
Jun 18th, 14:43Youth HockeyElite Prospects 2026 Europe 2010-born final top 100 ranking
Our scouts break down the top 100 15-year-old players in Europe this season.
Jun 9th, 15:432026 OHL DraftElite Prospects final 2026 OHL Draft top 100 ranking
Our scouts take one final look at how the top 2010 Ontario-born players stack up for the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.
Jun 4th, 14:56Youth HockeyElite Prospects final 2026 QMJHL Draft top 100 ranking
The Elite Prospects final top 100 2026 QMJHL Draft rankings is headlined by Jacob McKinnon and the dynamic Mount St. Charles duo.
Jun 2nd, 17:02Montreal MeltdownMax McCarthy, Lou Deslauriers dominate respective age groups at the 2026 Montreal Meltdown
QMJHL Draft Lead Hadi Kalakeche was on site alongside Head Goalie Scout Jacob Titus and New England Regional Scout Robert Chalmers for the four-day showcase in Pierrefonds, Québec. Here are their standouts.
Jun 1st, 16:182026 OHL DraftBreaking down the top HEO U16 performers in 2025-26 for the 2026 OHL Draft
A closer look at HEO U16's top players ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection – and one top prospect for 2027.
May 28th, 04:40Youth HockeyJack Brayman, RJ Celebrini lead standouts from Kings of Spring Nashville showcase
Here's an early look at some of the top 2012-born players across the world.
May 25th, 16:032026 OHL DraftBreaking down the top GTHL U16 performers in 2025-26 for the 2026 OHL Draft
A closer look at GTHL U16's top players ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.
May 21st, 16:58Youth HockeySebastian Mogull, Michael Romano lead Matterhorn Fit All Ivy Series standouts
Here's a look at the standout performers from the early May showcase in Florida.
May 18th, 16:052026 OHL DraftBreaking down the top OMHA U16 performers in 2025-26 for the 2026 OHL Draft
A closer look at OMHA U16's top players ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.
May 13th, 16:42Youth HockeyParker McMillan, Jace Magner headline 2011 Division standouts at Toronto Exposure Cup
An early look at some of the top 2011-born players in North America.
May 11th, 16:022026 OHL DraftBreaking down the top ALLIANCE U16 performers in 2025-26 for the 2026 OHL Draft
A closer look at ALLIANCE U16's top players ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.
May 10th, 23:00Youth HockeyKade O'Rourke will return to the GTHL's U16 Toronto Jr. Canadiens for next season
The 15-year-old spoke to Sean Shapiro about his decision to return to the GTHL.
May 8th, 15:522026 OHL Draft2026 OHL Futures Camp Notebook: First overall looks to be up for grabs
Notes, insight, and more from the first inaugural OHL Futures Camp as the 2026 OHL Priority Selection approaches.
May 7th, 16:122026 OHL DraftBreaking down the top performers in Ontario U16's prep school circuit in 2025-26
A closer look at this year's Ontario U16 Prep circuit ahead of the 2026 OHL Priority Selection.
May 5th, 16:372026 WHL DraftElite Prospects 2026 WHL Draft final top 120 ranking
Taking a final look at how the top 2011s in Western Canada stack up ahead of the WHL Draft.
May 5th, 15:162026 WHL DraftRanking the top 2011-born Americans for the 2026 WHL Draft
How many top 2011 Americans will be selected by WHL teams this year?
May 2nd, 12:38Youth HockeyElite Prospects 2026 USA 2010-born final top 100 ranking
Our scouts break down the top 100 15-year-old players who played in the United States this season.
Apr 29th, 16:212026 WHL DraftDaneault, McMillan, or Jugnauth? Breaking down the first overall race at the 2026 WHL Draft
It looks like a three-horse race for first overall at the 2026 WHL Draft...
Apr 28th, 15:17Youth HockeyJevin Morrison, Artello Forestal lead the top performers at the 2026 Alberta Cup
With the WHL Draft just around the corner, here's a look at the players who shone at the Alberta Cup.
Apr 27th, 16:142026 QMJHL DraftJacob McKinnon, Aslan Tremblay shine in best-on-best showcase at 2026 QMJHL Cup
Here's the rundown of the showcase's best performers in the final major tournament before the QMJHL Draft in June.
Apr 22nd, 14:392026 WHL DraftScout's Notebook: Evaluating the 2026 WHL Draft's best defencemen
With the 2026 WHL Draft just a couple of weeks away, here's a look at the top blueliners in the class.
Apr 21st, 14:43Youth HockeyEli Vickers, Liam Bordt headline standouts from the 2026 BC Cup
Here's a look at the players with the inside track to represent BC Hockey and at the Canada Winter Games next year.
Apr 13th, 16:032026 OHL DraftMeet Kade O’Rourke, and the remarkable journey behind his bid for exceptional status
Sean Shapiro introduces Kade O'Rourke, who could become the tenth teenager granted exceptional status to play in the CHL.
