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2026 Showcases

Varsity elite Invitational

August 29th-30th

16U & 18U

Griff's Icehouse at Belknap Park

Grand Rapids, MI

Invite Or ApplicatiOn Only

Team Submission Application

Oktoberfest Showcase

October 10th-11th

16U & 18U

Griff's Icehouse at Belknap Park

Grand Rapids, MI

Invite Or ApplicatiOn Only

Team Submission Application

Varsity Elite Invitational & Oktoberfest Showcase

Both the KIIH Varsity Elite Invitational and the Oktoberfest Showcase are designed to deliver the highest level of competition possible. By creating strong matchups, every game is fast, physical, and meaningful, challenging players to perform at their best every shift.

With Junior and College scouts in attendance, these showcases provide athletes a prime opportunity to display their skill, hockey IQ, and work ethic in a competitive, high-exposure environment.


What sets our tournaments apart is its full live-stream production of games, complete with announcers. This added exposure allows scouts, family members, and coaches who cannot attend in person to evaluate players in real time, creating even more visibility and opportunity for those looking to advance to the next level.


Team Selection Criteria

These showcases are selective events designed for the high-level 16U and 18U programs competing on the varsity pathway and national bound teams. To ensure a strong competitive environment, all applicants are reviewed and approved by KIIH staff.



Why these Showcases might be right for you:

  • Access to in-person scouts (Scouts unable to attend are sent live stream link)
  • No Early Morning Games
  • No Friday Games
  • No Missing School
  • Limited overnight stays - 1 night - Hotel recommended, but not required
  • Play meaningful games with compatible top performing teams.
  • Games announced and Live streamed

Previous Showcase Scouts

Adrian College - ACHA  Aquinas College - ACHA  Bayou State Rougarou - NA3HL   

Calvin University - ACHA  Central Michigan University - ACHA  Cleary University - ACHA

Davenport University - ACHA  East Texas Baptist University - ACHA  Espanola Paper Kings - NOJHL

Fairbanks Ice Dogs - NAHL  Florida Eels - USPHL Premier  Fresh Coast Freeze - USPHL Premier

Grand Valley - ACHA  Indiana University - ACHA  Kenai River Brown Bears - NAHL

Minnesota Wilderness - NAHL  New Mexico Ice Wolves - NA3HL  Northwood University - ACHA

Northern Cyclones - NCDC  Odessa Jackalopes - NAHL  Petey's Picks - Craig Peterson

Soo Eagles - NOJHL  Soo Indians 18U AAA  University of Olivet - ACHA  Western Michigan University - ACHA