Youth Hockey
The Lincoln Ice Hockey Association (LIHA) is committed to providing young athletes with the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge, and love for the game of hockey in a fun and safe environment. LIHA is committed to affirming the importance of hockey as a team sport, and instilling a life-long appreciation for the game and the values of commitment, self-discipline, teamwork, respect and sportsmanship it embodies.
Ages
We have youth programs and teams for players from 6U to 18U, and adult league divisions for novice, intermediate, and advanced skaters.
- 6U - ages 4-6
- 8U - ages 7 and 8
- 10U - ages 9 and 10
- 12U - ages 11 and 12
- 14U - ages 13 and 14
- High School - freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior
- Lincoln Senior Adult League (LSHL) - ages 18+
Where
Practices are held at John Breslow Ice Hockey Rink or the Ice Box for all teams throughout the week.
LSHL: Lincoln Senior Hockey League does not hold practices. Games are on Sundays at Breslow and the Ice Box.
6U/8U Program
6U/8U Program
Please use the League registration to sign up for the 6U/8U Program. Registration will open up for this program in mid-July.
8U Select offers players a higher and more competitive level of play for those looking to further challenge their skills beyond the in-house 8U experience. This team will travel to 2-3 tournaments in Nebraska and the midwest. Players on this team will also play on a House team. Tryouts are held in September.
10U Program
10U House in Lincoln provides players the opportunity to compete at a house level while representing Lincoln as part of the Omaha Hockey Club. All players will be assigned a team.
10U Select Hockey offers players a higher and more competitive level of play for those looking to further challenge their skills beyond the standard club experience. This team will travel to 2-3 tournaments in Nebraska and the midwest. Players on this team will also play on a House team. Tryouts are held in October.
10U Travel offers a highly competitive opportunity for players to compete at the highest level in Lincoln. This team typically travels to 7-9 tournaments throughout Nebraska and the midwest. Tryouts are held in August.
12U Program
12U House in Lincoln provides players the opportunity to compete at a house level while representing Lincoln as part of the Omaha Hockey Club. All players will be assigned a team.
12U Select Hockey offers players a higher and more competitive level of play for those looking to further challenge their skills beyond the standard club experience. This team will travel to 2-3 tournaments in Nebraska and the midwest. Players on this team will also play on a House team. Tryouts are held in October.
12U Travel offers a highly competitive opportunity for players to compete at the highest level in Lincoln. This team typically travels to 7-9 tournaments throughout Nebraska and the midwest. Tryouts are held in August.
14U Program
14U House in Lincoln provides players the opportunity to compete at a house level while representing Lincoln as part of the Omaha Hockey Club. All players will be assigned a team.
14U Select Hockey offers players a higher and more competitive level of play for those looking to further challenge their skills beyond the standard club experience. This team will travel to 2-3 tournaments in Nebraska and the midwest. Players on this team will also play on a House team. Tryouts are held in October.
14U Travel offers a highly competitive opportunity for players to compete at the highest level in Lincoln. This team typically travels to 7-9 tournaments throughout Nebraska and the midwest. Tryouts are held in August.
Highschool Club
High School Club Hockey in Lincoln provides student-athletes the opportunity to compete at a house level while representing Lincoln as part of the Omaha Hockey Club.
High School Select Hockey offers players a higher and more competitive level of play for those looking to further challenge their skills beyond the standard high school club experience. Tryouts are held in July and practices start shortly after selection.
Lincoln Junior Stars (LJS)
The Lincoln Junior Stars (LJS) High School Hockey Program offers a highly competitive opportunity for players in grades 9–12 to showcase their skills and compete at a high level. The program will feature both Junior Varsity and Varsity teams, formed through a seasonal tryout process held in June, and will compete against top regional competition, with the potential for National Bound teams.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I sign up for Travel team tryouts?
Lincoln Junior Stars (LJS) tryouts take place in June. High School Club Select tryout registration will open in early July, along with 10U, 12U, and 14U Travel tryouts.
2026 - 2027
2026 - 2027 Youth Hockey Season
Registration for 10U, 12U, 14U, and High School is now open. If you are planning to try out for a Travel team, you will still need to register for the season.
Select EARLY BIRD pricing to receive $150 off before August 31.
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