NAPHL T1ER League Announces Top Prospects Schedule & Rosters

March 17, 2026

The North American Prospects Hockey League (NAPHL) is set to bring the spotlight to the future of NAHL and NA3HL hockey as the league announces the official rosters for the 2026 T1ER Top Prospects event, taking place March 27–29 at the St. Peters Rec-Plex in St. Peters, Missouri. This event features the top 18U and 16U players from across the T1ER League, the event will once again serve as one of the premier showcases for advancement within the NAHL family of leagues.

With representatives from all 34 NAHL teams and all 38 NA3HL teams expected to be in attendance, along with coaches and scouts from NCAA and ACHA programs, the T1ER Top Prospects event stands as one of the most heavily scouted development events of the year. The unique environment places players directly in front of decision-makers from every level of the North American Hockey League pathway, creating unmatched exposure and opportunity.

The T1ER League has firmly established itself as one of the most effective development platforms in North America, consistently producing tendered (75 last season, currently 48) and drafted players (21 last season) who advance into both the NAHL and NA3HL. The Top Prospects event serves as the ultimate proving ground, where talent meets elite opportunity.

Each of the four teams will feature 20 players — including 12 forwards, six defensemen, and two goaltenders — bringing together 80 of the league’s most promising players. Teams will be led by experienced coaches who are actively scouting the event, including staff from the NAHL, NA3HL, and collegiate ranks. Player selections were determined through coach nominations, NAHL Central Scouting evaluations, and Neutral Zone game reports collected throughout the T1ER season.

“Year after year, the T1ER League continues to set the standard for player development, offering a clear and direct pathway into the NAHL and NA3HL,” said Dennis Vickers, Director of Player Personnel and Director of the NAPHL. “The Top Prospects event gives players a true NAHL experience — competing against the best, being coached and evaluated by the very organizations they aspire to join, and performing in an environment built for advancement. When combined with the NA3HL Fraser Cup Championship and the first NAHL Combine of the season taking place in the same facility, it creates one of the most dynamic and impactful development weekends in North American junior hockey.”

Held alongside the NA3HL Fraser Cup Championship and the NAHL Combine, the event transforms the St. Peters Rec-Plex into the epicenter of the NAHL development model, with players, coaches, scouts, and executives all under one roof. The result is a high-energy atmosphere that mirrors the next level and prepares players for what lies ahead.

For aspiring junior players, the T1ER Top Prospects event is more than just a showcase — it is a launchpad. As the T1ER continues to elevate its standard of competition and exposure, the event remains a cornerstone for players looking to take the next step in their hockey journey.

2026 T1ER Top Prospects Rosters

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2026 T1ER Top Prospects schedule (all times Central, subject to change):

Friday, March 27th:

1:45 PM - Team Blue vs. Team White (South B)

3:45 PM - Team Gold vs. Team Red (South B)

Saturday, March 28th:

8:00 AM - Team White vs. Team Red (South A)

10:00 AM - Team Gold vs. Team Blue (South A)

5:15 PM - Team White vs. Team Gold (South B)

7:15 PM - Team Red vs. Team Blue (South B)

Sunday, March 29th: