Behind the Scenes: Preparing for the 2026 Edition While the ice may be quiet for now, a lot is happening behind the scenes. Our team is already hard at work preparing the 2026 edition of the NEPIHL tournament. The location will remain a surprise for a little while longer, but we can promise that it will be worth the wait. Organising a tournament of this size takes planning, dedication, and collaboration, and we are committed to creating another unforgettable event where players, coaches, and fans can come together to celebrate the spirit of hockey. We hope to welcome all teams back to the competition in 2026, and we look forward to building on the energy, sportsmanship, and friendships that make NEPIHL so special. Stay tuned for updates — and get ready for another exciting chapter in our journey together!
NEPIHL Finland 2026 – Experience, Growth and Unforgettable Moments The NEPIHL tournament in Finland once again proved why this competition is so important for the development of para ice hockey in Europe. Bringing together teams from multiple countries, it creates a unique environment where players can compete, learn, and grow together on and off the ice. Moments of intensity were balanced with moments of pure joy, making the event not only competitive but also truly special. A heartfelt thank you We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the amazing hosts of SISU Para Ice Hockey. Your hospitality, organisation and passion for the sport made this tournament an unforgettable experience. From the first puck drop to the final moments, everything reflected the spirit of para ice hockey: inclusive, competitive, and full of energy.
Para ice hockey (formerly sledge hockey) was added to the Paralympic Winter Games in 1994. It is a fast-paced, highly physical and played by male and female athletes with a physical impairment in the lower part of the body. Instead of skates, players use double-blade sledges that allow the puck to pass beneath.
NEPIHL stands for Northwest European Para Ice Hockey League. An international league founded by Amsterdam Tigers Para Ice Hockey, Genco Polar Bears Dordrecht, Antwerp Phantoms from Belgium, Dragons Sledges de Rouen from France and Sheffield Steelkings from England. Our goal for the Northwest Europe Para Ice Hockey League is to grow the game we all love. We want to see more teams and more players. With that in mind we need more matches so the competition will be better and there will be more fun on and off the ice. You will meet new people with the same interests during a tournament like the NEPIHL. Get on the ice give it your best shot and have fun playing icehockey. How good is the sound of that.
