Welcome to the Northern Illinois Hockey League
NIHL and the Chicago Blackhawks; paving the road to excellence in youth hockey
Recent News
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Todd Reirden: NIHL Alum, NHL Defenseman and NHL Coach with Two Stanley Cup Rings
NIHL has grown so much since my time, and it’s amazing to see how it continues to produce players who excel on and off the ice. I’m proud to be part of its legacy and grateful for the role it played in my journey.” - Todd Reirden, Former NIHL Player, NHL Defenseman and Stanley Cup Rings with the Pittsburgh Penguins in 2009 and Washington Capitals in 2018 -
Jack Devine: NIHL Alum, Two-Time NCAA Champion, NHL Draft Pick
“Some of my most cherished memories in hockey started right here in NIHL, playing for the Winnetka Warriors." -
Cammi Granato: NIHL Alum and U.S. Women's Olympic Team 1998 and 2002
"I had a lot of memories in my 15 years on the U.S. National Team, but some of my favorite memories were during my time playing in NIHL." -
Tage Thompson: 2008-2009 NIHL PeeWee Elite Champion and current Buffalo Sabre
"I can't express enough how essential fun and confidence are for any young hockey player, and the Northern Illinois Hockey League (NIHL) provided me with both."
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Below are links to commonly used resources that coaches and managers may use throughout the season. For a full list or documents, forms and rules, please visit the resources page.
