2025-26 Division Realignment

June 19, 2025

The North American 3 Hockey League (NA3HL) is pleased to announce a divisional realignment ahead of the 2025-26 season. With the league’s continued growth,highlighted by the addition of four new teams, bringing the total number of member clubs to 38, now is the ideal time to introduce a sixth division. This realignment is designed to improve regional travel efficiency, strengthen local rivalries, and enhance the overall competitive balance across the league.

As part of this realignment, the NA3HL is proud to unveil the new Southeast Division. With all four expansion teams located in the southern region of the United States, the league identified a clear need to divide the existing South Division for geographic and logistical reasons.

This updated divisional structure reflects the NA3HL’s commitment to strategic growth, organizational sustainability, and player development. As the league continues to evolve, this realignment ensures that its teams, players, and fans are better positioned for success, both on and off the ice.

Below you will find a breakdown of each of the six divisions and the teams in each.

Central Division:

Peoria Mustangs (Peoria, IL)

Rochester Grizzlies (Rochester, MN)

St. Louis Jr. Blues (Affton, MO)

Wausau Cyclones (Wausau, WI)

West Bend Power (West Bend, WI)

Wisconsin Woodsmen (Tomah, WI)

East Division:

Binghamton Buzz (Elmira, NY)

Long Beach Sharks (Oyster Bay, NY)

Maine Nordiques (Lewiston, ME)