Champions Hockey is proud to offer players the opportunity to compete in the Saddlebrook Sunshine Cup, a premier tournament hosted in Florida that attracts teams from all across North America. This elite event provides high level competition, strong exposure, and an unforgettable experience in a world-class environment.

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The group will be led by Gabe Guertler, Head of Player Development at Champions Hockey, and Florida native. Gabe was drafted second overall by the Fargo Force (USHL), where he spent two seasons playing at one of the highest levels of junior hockey. He then went on to attend the University of Minnesota before continuing his development in the Ontario Hockey League with the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds, then playing three seasons at the University of Prince Edward Island, followed by four years of professional hockey. Along with Gabe, several of his former elite teammates will be joining the coaching staff.

 

Dates: July 10-12, 2026

Cost: $499 CANADIAN taxes in

Divisions: 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U

Location: Wesley Chapel, Florida

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Registration Information

• There are no ID camps for this tournament

• The only eligibility is to have played competitive hockey in the Winter 2025-26 (A, AA or AAA)

• If you sign up as an individual, you will automatically be added to a roster

• There are no female-only divisions, but female players are welcome to participate and can play overage in the male division if they choose. They will be required to play within the rules of that division (hitting hockey, if applicable)

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Age groups​

• 10U - 2016, 2017

• 12U - 2014, 2015

• 14U - 2012, 2013

• 16U - 2010, 2011

• 18U - 2008, 2009

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Off the ice, families stay at the Saddlebrook Resort in Wesley Chapel, a full service destination offering pools, golf, tennis, and resort style amenities, creating the perfect balance of competitive hockey and a memorable travel experience.

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