Name of the Tournament: Acadian Pond Hockey Classic
Location of the Tournament: St. Agatha, Maine
What time of the year? March 18-19, 2023
What ages are welcomed to play? 18+ and a youth group ages 5-12
What's the size of the tournament? Two adult divisions: open and rec
How long has it been running? 2023 is year #4
Any special entertainment? Craft beer and food truck, pro shop on site
What are accommodations like nearby (hotels, Airbnb, etc.)? Plenty of motels and cabin rentals to be found
What makes this one unique? What sets it apart?
Third Assist's Take: We thought we knew of all the pond hockey tournaments in our founding state (Maine), but when this one came on our radar last year we were surprised by what we were missing. Located in northern Maine, just five minutes from the Canadian border, you can find a truly local hockey tournament. This tournament has been taking place for the past three years and it's built around the hockey community- both adult and youth. Proceeds from the tournament go towards building up more youth hockey in the area and keeping the tradition going. And considering this tournament takes place in mid-March every year, there's clearly a long winter to keep the kids busy playing hockey outdoors. Although it's a local tournament, newcomers are welcome so check out their website below to add this tournament to the end of your pond hockey roadtrip next season.
Find out more info on their website Acadian Pond Hockey.
Have you ever played in the tournament? Let us know your favorite aspects in the comments below.