Tournament Information

Dallas Stars Tournaments aim to deliver an NHL-level experience through competitive, professionally run events in world-class facilities.

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All tournaments are sanctioned by USA Hockey, with details available on each tournament page.

Open to Youth & Adult teams.

Acceptance is typically automatic upon registration and payment, but may vary by tournament.

Fees are payable online via credit card at the time of registration.

At least four fully paid teams are required per division; otherwise, divisions may be adjusted or canceled.

Teams are placed based on credentials, league records, and committee discretion to ensure competitive balance.

Deposits are non-refundable; full refunds may be granted under specific conditions or emergencies.

Teams should arrive the day before and plan to stay through the final day of the tournament.

Dallas Stars operate 8 facilities with 16 NHL-size rinks across the Dallas area.

Governed by USA Hockey and specific Dallas Stars Tournament policies; all participants must review them.

Teams must submit accurate rosters by the deadline; exceptions are rare and reviewed case-by-case.

Formats vary by division; most tournaments guarantee a 4-game minimum.

Schedules are released 5–7 days prior and may start as early as 6:00 AM CT.

Updated via HockeyShift; teams must monitor for changes and updates.

Available online via HockeyShift; no hard copies provided.

All officials are USA Hockey certified; decisions are final and not subject to appeal.

Game pucks provided; no warm up pucks provided; players 12U and older must wear mouth guards.

Only rostered coaches and players allowed; strict safety and conduct rules apply.

Each team may provide a monitor; no phones or cameras allowed in the box.

Trainers may be available on-site to assist with injuries.

Games are streamed live and on-demand; use promo code star-2022 for a discount.

Only approved photographers allowed; others may be asked to leave.

Official apparel vendors may be present; non-approved vendors are not permitted.

Athletic Trainers present on-site during tournament games; Security present on-site during tournament games.

The Tournament Director reserves the right to interpret or amend rules as needed for smooth operation.