District Playoffs

District 8 takes great pride in its role as the host for a diverse range of over 22 different levels of Minnesota Hockey District Playoffs. Within our district, multiple teams earn the honor of advancing to the Minnesota Hockey Regionals and subsequently, making appearances in the prestigious Minnesota State Hockey Tournament. This achievement underscores our position as one of the leading districts, highlighting the remarkable depth of talent present among athletes hailing from our various associations. We continue to celebrate and support the growth and excellence of our hockey community.

Zac Dockter

District VP Tournaments

(612) 735-9703

2026 DISTRICT PLAYOFF HOSTS

Road to State

February 15-22, 2026

District Playoffs

AA/A Bantam – Eagan

B1 Bantam – Cottage Grove

AA/A Pee Wee – Hastings 

B1 Pee Wee – Host Needed

15UA – Host Needed

15UB – Host Needed

12UA –Host Needed

12UB1 – Host Needed



March 2-9, 2026

District Playoffs

B2 Bantam – Host Needed

C Bantam – Host Needed

B2 Pee Wee - Host Needed

C Pee Wee – Host Needed

A Squirt – Host Needed

B1 Squirt – Hastings

B2 Squirt – Host Needed

C Squirt – Inver Grove Hts

12UB2 - Host Needed

10UA – Host Needed

10UB1 – Host Needed

10UB2 – Host Needed

Minnesota Hockey Regionals:

Feb 27 - March 1, 2026 

15UA American - Host Needed

15UB East - Host Needed

12UB1 East - Host Needed



Minnesota Hockey State:

March 13-15, 2026 

B1 Bantam – Host Needed

B1 Pee Wee – Host Needed 

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PLAYOFF APPAREL STORE

Place orders at: https://advancedsportswear.chipply.com/district8hockey/?action=viewall

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DISTRICT PLAYOFF SCHEDULES

Downloadable .pdf(s)

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DISTRICT PLAYOFF PROCEDURES MANUAL

Below, you'll find a direct link that will allow you to download the comprehensive manual encompassing all the information and guidelines pertaining to DISTRICT PLAYOFF PROCEDURES. This manual provides a thorough and detailed overview of the procedures and processes that govern district-level playoffs in the context of our hockey organization. To access the full document, simply click on the provided link.

DISTRICTS, REGIONALS, STATE TOURNAMENT(S) FEES

  • All February Playoffs = $1,500 per team (no gate fee)
  • B2/C Bantam = $1,400 per team (no gate fee)
  • B2/C Pee Wee, Squirt, 12UB2 & U10 = $1,200 per team (no gate fee)

Note: $800 refund from host association for teams who only play one game

PLAYOFF OPT OUT TEAMS

  • The following teams submitted their requests to be removed from the playoff schedule. 
  • The deadline is Dec 31, 2025, and no further requests will be accepted after that.

OPT OUT TEAMS (as of 5/19/25)

  • TBD

Past DISTRICT 8 Champions

Below, you'll find a direct link of all the past District 8 Champions.


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