Welcome to the Northern Illinois Hockey League
NIHL and the Chicago Blackhawks; paving the road to excellence in youth hockey
Recent News
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Jack Devine: NIHL Alum, Two-Time NCAA Champion, NHL Draft Pick
“Some of my most cherished memories in hockey started right here in NIHL, playing for the Winnetka Warriors." -
Cammi Granato: NIHL Alum and U.S. Women's Olympic Team 1998 and 2002
"I had a lot of memories in my 15 years on the U.S. National Team, but some of my favorite memories were during my time playing in NIHL." -
Tage Thompson: 2008-2009 NIHL PeeWee Elite Champion and current Buffalo Sabre
"I can't express enough how essential fun and confidence are for any young hockey player, and the Northern Illinois Hockey League (NIHL) provided me with both." -
Blackhawks Launch New Youth Hockey Resource
Our youth hockey partner, the Chicago Blackhawks, have launched the Sticks In website to simplify the process of finding the information parents and players need to get started in our great sport. It exists to help them get a better understanding of the clubs, teams and leagues that are out there to be joined. It's a place to get educated, to get excited and to get started. Click and give it a look!
2024-25 Regular Season Divisions
Upcoming Games
Complete Game ScheduleQuick References
Below are links to commonly used resources that coaches and managers may use throughout the season. For a full list or documents, forms and rules, please visit the resources page.
