Skill Levels
USA Hockey’s ADULT ICE HOCKEY PROGRAM RESOURCE GUIDEBOOK
We use the above PDF as a guideline for player ratings.
GOLD
This division is made up of advanced to elite level players. These players may have professional (any level, including Europe), NCAA Division I or III College, Major Jr., and Tier I Junior playing experience. Teams in this division are comparable to traditional “A” level adult league teams.
SILVER
This division consists of advanced level players who may have Tier II or III Junior, ACHA, Midget Major AAA, and Prep/Varsity High School playing experience. Teams are comparable to traditional “B” level adult league teams. NOTE: Players with professional, major/tier I junior, or NCAA DI hockey experience will not be permitted to play Silver or below.
BRONZE
This division consists of intermediate level players who may have experience playing up to the high school level and lower midget levels. Some players may have limited organized youth playing experience, but have several years of experience as a recreational adult player. These teams are comparable to traditional “C” level adult league teams. NOTE: Players with experience beyond the high school/ midget Tier 2 level will not be permitted to play in the Bronze division.
BEGINNER
Teams are entirely comprised of beginner adult players. Although a small number of players may have 5+ years of beginner adult experience, the majority of players have 1-5 years of entry level playing experience as an adult. These teams are comparable to traditional “D” level adult league teams.
