U SPORTS Men’s Hockey University Cup

Host Committee Members

  • Allan April Saint Mary's University
  • Dr. Brad Ferguson Renew Health Clinic
  • Brad Taylor Hockey Nova Scotia
  • Carly Wawrow Sports & Entertainment Atlantic
  • Chris Larsen Sports & Entertainment Atlantic
  • Chris Jamieson (CJ) Sports & Entertainment Atlantic
  • Greg Knight Saint Mary's University
  • Jenny Hodder Sports & Entertainment Atlantic
  • Kris Lipscombe Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO)
  • Lauren Mills Eating Disorders Nova Scotia
  • Luke Rideout Sports & Entertainment Atlantic
  • Mary Ann Daye Saint Mary's University
  • Matt Sheriko Camp Triumph Society
  • Maureen Ross One Percent Realty East Inc.
  • Michelle Lassaline Tourism Nova Scotia
  • Mikayla Nassy-Wong Saint Mary's University
  • Natalie Woodcock Sports & Entertainment Atlantic
  • Scott Gray Saint Mary's University
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U SPORTS Men’s Hockey University Cup

2026

In March 2026, Halifax welcomed the U SPORTS Men’s Hockey University Cup back to Scotiabank Centre, bringing eight of Canada’s top university hockey teams together to compete for a national championship.

Hosted by Saint Mary’s University, the tournament took place March 19–22 and gave student-athletes the opportunity to compete on a national stage in front of passionate hockey fans. The championship featured four days of competition, culminating in the crowning of Canada’s university men’s hockey champion.

Halifax has a long connection to university hockey, and hosting the University Cup was an opportunity to celebrate that tradition while welcoming athletes, coaches, families, and supporters from across the country. With teams representing universities nationwide, the event brought visitors into the city and created an exciting atmosphere both inside Scotiabank Centre and throughout downtown Halifax.

The championship also highlighted the important role university sport plays in developing young athletes and bringing communities together through a shared love of hockey.

Host Committee

The 2026 U SPORTS University Cup Host Committee brought together Saint Mary’s University, U SPORTS, Sports & Entertainment Atlantic, Discover Halifax, Events Nova Scotia, Halifax Regional Municipality, and numerous community partners to plan and deliver the championship.

Working closely across organizations, the committee combined experience in university athletics, major event delivery, venue operations, marketing, and community engagement. Their collective efforts helped create a welcoming and well-organized experience for student-athletes, fans, volunteers, and partners.

The committee’s collaborative approach was an important part of the championship’s success. With a shared commitment to celebrating university sport and showcasing Halifax, they helped deliver an event that athletes and fans could enjoy while contributing to the city’s reputation as a welcoming host for national sporting events.