NAHL Columbus Combine Kicks Off Alongside SHOW League Top Prospects Tournament

The third North American Hockey League (NAHL) Combine of the year begins tomorrow afternoon at the OhioHealth Chiller North Arena in Columbus, OH, welcoming over 400 junior-aged and 16U prospects eager to showcase their skills. Participants will take part in four games, receiving coaching and real-time evaluations from NAHL and NA3HL staff, giving them a true taste of the NAHL experience.

In conjunction with the Columbus Combine, the SHOW League Top Prospects Tournament will also take place, offering the top players from the SHOW League an All-Star-style environment to showcase their abilities. This unique format allows these standout athletes to compete alongside NAHL Combine participants in front of scouts from all levels.

The NAHL Combine Experience

The NAHL Combines are designed to provide players and their families with a comprehensive introduction to the junior hockey development path. The event is built on three key principles:

Education – Informative seminars covering the USA Hockey Development Ladder, the path to NAHL/NCAA hockey, and academic/NCAA compliance.

Exposure – Players will compete in front of NAHL, NA3HL, NCAA, and ACHA scouts, while NAHL and NA3HL staff coach from the bench and evaluate from the stands.

Experience – Participants will engage in competitive games against other NAHL & NA3HL prospects, receiving valuable in-game feedback.

Throughout the weekend, NAHL staff will be available on-site to answer questions and ensure an exceptional experience for all participants. The weekend also features the NAHL Recruiting Experience & Seminar, providing valuable insights for players and families navigating the junior hockey landscape.

Upcoming NAHL Combines

In addition to Columbus, the NAHL will host two more combines this spring at various locations across the United States.

Manchester, New Hampshire – April 25-27, 2025
Great opportunity for players in the New England area
Hosted at the home of the NAHL & NA3HL’s New Hampshire Mountain Kings
Limited Prospects and Junior Openings Available

Irvine, California – May 2-4, 2025
A premier SoCal location that was the first to sell out last season!
Currently Waitlist Only

For more information or to register, click here to visit the NAHL Combines page.