TORONTO: 2020
For the first time since the Canlan Cup era, the ASHL National Championships are returning to Ontario. Utilizing Canlan Ice Sports locations in Etobicoke and Oakville, the 2020 edition of the tournament is projected to be the largest field yet, with the ability to accommodate 144 men’s and women’s teams.
If you’ve never played before, this ain’t your average rec hockey tournament.
Featuring ASHL and Affiliate league teams from across Canada and the United States, the goal is to lift the most coveted trophy in rec hockey, but hey, this tournament is also about having a damn good time.
Questions? Check out the details below or shoot an e-mail over to our ASHL Tournaments Manager Mat Yorke.
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
DATES
Thursday May 14th – Sunday May 17th, 2020
Locations: Canlan Ice Sports – Etobicoke + Canlan Ice Sports – Oakville
DIVISIONS
Men’s: B1, B2, C1, C2, D1, D2, E, 30+ (C/D), 40+ C
Women’s: A, B, C, D, E
The division your team registers in may not be the division your team participates in. The ASHL National Office will coordinate with League Managers to determine a team’s assignment based on current skill level and roster additions + subtractions to their tournament roster.
TEAMS
Maximum of 144 teams from eligible ASHL locations + Affiliate Leagues
GAME FORMAT
Four (4) game guarantee, maximum of six (6) games
12-12-12 stop-time periods, overtime structure in effect for playoff games
ASHL Rule Book applies for all games
REGISTRATION TIMELINE
(1) Regional Champions: Preferred Registration: July 2nd – 21st
(2) Facility/Division Champ: Registration: July 22nd – August 2nd
(3) Open Registration: August 5th (until the tournament is sold-out)
TOURNAMENT ENTRY FEES
| QUALIFICATION LEVEL | NON-ONTARIO TEAM | ONTARIO TEAM |
|---|---|---|
| Regional Champion* 2018 ASHL National Champion |
$350.00 + HST | $400.00 + HST |
| (East) Facility Champ. Participant* (West) Division Champ./Finalist* |
$850.00 + HST | $900.00 + HST |
| Non-Qualified ASHL Team | $1,050.00 + HST | $1,100.00 + HST |
*Rate applies to Regional Champions for the 2018 or 2019 seasons. Qualification rate for (East) Facility Champion, Facility Participants, and (West) Division Playoff Champion/Finalist applies to teams registered for either the Winter ’17/18, ’18/19 or Summer ’18, ’19 seasons.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
1. Log into your Player’s Bench account and click the red Register button
2. On the Registration Details tab, register as a Team Rep and choose ASHL – Adult Tournaments as your Facility. Next, choose 2020 ASHL National Championships under the Season drop-down.
3. A non-refundable $250.00 deposit* is required with your registration in order to secure your spot in the tournament. You can make the payment during the registration process
4. Teams must be registered and in good standing with the ASHL, or a qualified Affiliate League, in either the Winter ’19/20 or Summer ’20 season in order to be eligible to play.
5. Once completed, we’ll be in touch to confirm your spot in the tournament! The final payment deadline will be in 2020.
*Should your team need to pull out of the tournament, a deposit will be refunded as long as we’re able to find a replacement team to take your team’s spot. After February 1st, 2019 a deposit will not be refunded.
FLIGHTS We’re pleased to announce that Air Canada is the official airline of the 2020 ASHL National Championships!
- Head over to www.aircanada.com and use promo code F9YVRNW1 to book your flight for the tournament
- You’ll be eligible for up to a 5% discount off Tango fares, and up to a 15% discount off Flex fares
- Booked passengers will also receive a waiver for oversized baggage fees on hockey bags
- Conditions may apply, please refer to www.aircanada.com for additional details
HOTELS Looking for a deal? Check below or stay tuned for additional accommodation options for tournament participants.
HOLIDAY INN TORONTO AIRPORT EAST (Click for Directions) Online Booking Link: Click Here Online Booking: Enter your dates and the group code will be pre-populated. Click on Check Availability and then Book your preferred room type. Finally, guarantee your reservation with a credit card and click confirm to receive your confirmation number. Telephone Booking: Call 1-866-586-0046 and reference the 2020 ASHL National Championship group rate
HOLIDAY INN TORONTO YORKDALE (Click for Directions) Online Booking Link: Click Here Online Booking: Enter your dates and the group code will be pre-populated. Click on Check Availability and then Book your preferred room type. Finally, guarantee your reservation with a credit card and click confirm to receive your confirmation number. Telephone Booking: Call 1-866-586-0046 and reference the 2020 ASHL National Championship group rate
SANDMAN SIGNATURE HOTEL MISSISSAUGA (Click for Directions) Online Booking Link: Click Here Telephone Booking: Reservations can be made by telephone at 1-800SANDMAN or 905 238 0159. Individuals will need to quote the GROUP CODE 267963 to receive the special group rate. Must book by: April 12, 2020
SANDMAN SIGNATURE HOTEL TORONTO (Click for Directions) Online Booking Link: Click Here Telephone Booking: Reservations can be made by telephone at 1-800SANDMAN or 416 798 8840. Individuals will need to quote the GROUP CODE 720351 to receive the special group rate. Must book by: April 12, 2020
SANDMAN SIGNATURE HOTEL OAKVILLE (Click for Directions) Online Booking Link: Click Here Telephone Booking: Reservations can be made by telephone at 1-800SANDMAN or 289 881 7263. Individuals will need to quote the GROUP CODE 122645 to receive the special group rate.
RADISSON ADMIRAL HOTEL – TORONTO HARBOURFRONT (Click for Directions) Reservations will be made by individual attendees directly with the hotel by calling 416-203-3333 or 1-800-3333333, by April 13, 2020. Please have delegates identify themselves as part of the 2020 ASHL National Championship group. All reservations must be accompanied and guaranteed by a credit card.
RENTAL CARS
TOURNAMENT HISTORY
After being structured as the Canlan Cup through 2006, the tournament was re-branded as the North American Championships for its 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, and 2015 editions.
In 2018 the tournament took on a new identity as the ASHL National Championships, with a tournament-high 98 teams descending on Calgary, Alta. in the event’s largest field to-date. The 2020 edition of the tournament sees the Nationals head East to Toronto, where more than 100 teams are expected to make up the largest field yet.
PREVIOUS TOURNAMENTS
| YEAR | LOCATION |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Calgary, Alberta |
| 2015 | Regina, Saskatchewan |
| 2013 | Calgary, Alberta |
| 2011 | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| 2010 | Montreal, Quebec |
| 2009 | San Jose, California |
2018 DIVISION CHAMPIONS
| DIVISION | MEN’S TEAM | DIVISION | MEN’S TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | Flyers (Langley) | B2 | Raiders (Saskatoon) |
| C1 | Goon Squad (Edmonton) | C2(A) | Finishers (Etobicoke) |
| C2(B) | The Hawks (Saskatoon) | D1 | Soggy Old Pirates (Regina) |
| D2(A) | Rocstar Rebels (Armstrong) | D2(B) | Blazers (Burnaby) |
| E1 | Punishers (Edmonton) | E2 | Igloo (Edmonton) |
| 30+(C) | Evil Beavers (Burnaby) | 30+(D) | Famoso Vipers (Burnaby) |
| DIVISION | WOMEN’S TEAM | DIVISION | WOMEN’S TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
| B | Noregretzkies (Regina) | C | Blues (Saskatoon) |
| D | The Mucks (Saskatoon) | E | The Other Team (Oakville) |
ROSTER REQUIREMENTS
Stay tuned for official confirmation of roster eligibility requirements for the 2020 ASHL Nationals, which will include direction on:
– Divisional Assignment
– Roster Additions
– Spare Players
TEAMS
PLAYERS
GAMES
THE HOST LOCATIONS
CANLAN ICE SPORTS – ETOBICOKE
- Centrally located in Toronto, Ont. adjacent to Highway 401, 409, and 427
- Boasts four (4) NHL-sized arenas; a Wild Wing restaurant overlooking all four surfaces; and an on-site Canlan Sports Shop
- Plays host to more than 400 ASHL teams year-round, in addition to being the home rink of the illustrious Toronto Marlboros AAA minor hockey program
CANLAN ICE SPORTS – OAKVILLE
- Located just west of Toronto, Ont. within immediate proximity of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) and Highway 403
- Boasts four (4) NHL-sized arenas; a Wild Wing restaurant overlooking all four surfaces; and an on-site Canlan Sports Shop
- Plays host to more than 400 ASHL teams year-round, in addition to BTNL Training, which serves as the off-season training home for some of the NHL’s top players
