Wheels of Fire
Sep. 20 - 22, 2024
Sanction: ILH2425197
Squirt - Midget / High School
Availability Arenas Event Info Format/PricingCrossroads
Jan. 17 - 20, 2025
Sanction: TBD
Squirt - Midget / High School
Availability Arenas Event Info Format/Pricing RegisterDragon's Lair
May 16 - 18, 2025
Sanction: NON-SANCTION
Squirt - Midget / High School
Availability Arenas Event Info Format/Pricing RegisterAvailability
B | A2 | A | AA | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mite/Novice | ||||
10U Squirt/Atom | ||||
12U Peewee | ||||
14U Bantam | ||||
16U HSJV / Midget | ✓ | ✓ | ||
18U HSV / Midget | ✓ | ✓ |
Arenas
- Canlan Ice Sports - Romeoville - 1581 W. Normantown Rd. Romeoville, IL 60446 (View Map) (More Info)
- Darien Sportsplex - 451 Plainfield Rd. Darien, IL 60561 (View Map) (More Info)
- Oak Lawn Ice Arena - 9320 S Kenton Ave Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (View Map) (More Info)
- Rocket Ice Arena - 180 Canterbury Lane Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (View Map) (More Info)
Designates Main Arena(s)
Ticket Information
If you are considering the purchase of tickets for any professional, college, or junior game over a tournament weekend either through the information and link we provide or on your own, there are a few things you should know.
When choosing this option, you will need to send an email to scheduler@bigbeartournaments.com and get this approved in writing before proceeding. If you buy tickets without going through this process you may have to choose between your tournament game and your outside entertainment.
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Event Info
There will be a minimum of 4 games scheduled for each team
Friday games may begin as early as 2pm local time
Select the division that best fits your team and our highly skilled staff will ensure you are placed in a competitive division with like matched teams. Divisions will be created with our goal of competitive tournaments for all teams. In any division minor, major, and mixed age group teams may play in the same USA Hockey Age Classification. Any questions regarding placement or divisions, please contact our office 248-399-1694
Kodiak Division- Generally higher level teams
Grizzley Division-Generally middle level teams
Polar Division-Generally lower level teams
Midget 16U/18U/H.S.J.V./ H.S V teams: May be scheduled in the same divisions. Ice resurface after 2 periods of play (time permitting). You may start on clean ice and play 2 periods and go off for a resurface then play the last period. You may go on dirty ice for warm up and 1 period and go off for a resurface then play the last two periods.
All teams must be book through our hotel process with TTS. This is a stay to play event for all teams whose home rink is 70 miles or further away from the designated main rink of the tournament. Any teams within the 70-mile limit that are planning to get hotels must also go through our hotel booking process. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of games, disqualification and immediate removal from the tournament without refund of any kind.
Big Bear partners with many local sports teams and other attractions to provide a complete travel experience in the cities we host tournaments. Our on-staff Entertainment Coordinator can help your team pick the perfect off-ice activity in any tournament location. We provide this service as a courtesy to all our participating teams to make the most of your travel experience in any city. From professional sports to dining and other team activities, let us plan the perfect balance of on-ice competition and off-ice family fun. Please email hc@bigbeartournaments.com for the most up to date activities in the city of your choice. If you are planning to purchase tickets to professional or other off-ice entertainment on your own, you must alert Holly so she can work with our scheduler to ensure your activity can be accommodated. Failure to communicate off-ice activities could result in schedule conflicts with your games.
Please be aware that if your team is traveling by plane, motor coach, or any method requiring payment and/or reservations, you must enter that itinerary into your application to avoid scheduling conflicts.
Format/Pricing - 4 Game Minimum
Division | Format | Game Fee |
---|---|---|
Mite/Novice | 12-12-12 | $1,695.00 |
10U Squirt/Atom | 13-13-13 | $1,795.00 |
12U Peewee | 13-13-13 | $1,895.00 |
14U Bantam | 13-13-13 | $1,995.00 |
16U HSJV / Midget | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |
18U HSV / Midget | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |
Who's In
16U HSJV / Midget
Bishop Noll JVColumbus Chill Checkers
Highland Park Giants JV
Kirkwood Stars
Notre Dame High School Junior Varsity
18U HSV / Midget
Eagles Hockey ClubKansas City KNIGHTS
Notre Dame High School Varsity 2
Timberwolves
West Dundee Leafs
Availability
B | A2 | A | AA | |
---|---|---|---|---|
10U Squirt/Atom | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
12U Peewee | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
14U Bantam | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
16U HSJV / Midget | ✓ | ✓ | ||
18U HSV / Midget | ✓ | ✓ |
Arenas
Ticket Information
If you are considering the purchase of tickets for any professional, college, or junior game over a tournament weekend either through the information and link we provide or on your own, there are a few things you should know.
When choosing this option, you will need to send an email to scheduler@bigbeartournaments.com and get this approved in writing before proceeding. If you buy tickets without going through this process you may have to choose between your tournament game and your outside entertainment.
Event Info
There will be a minimum of 4 games scheduled for each team
Friday games may begin as early as 1pm local time
Select the division that best fits your team and our highly skilled staff will ensure you are placed in a competitive division with like matched teams. Divisions will be created with our goal of competitive tournaments for all teams. In any division minor, major, and mixed age group teams may play in the same USA Hockey Age Classification. Any questions regarding placement or divisions, please contact our office 248-399-1694
Kodiak Division- Generally higher level teams
Grizzley Division-Generally middle level teams
Polar Division-Generally lower level teams
Midget 16U/18U/H.S.J.V./ H.S V teams: May be scheduled in the same divisions. Ice resurface after 2 periods of play (time permitting). You may start on clean ice and play 2 periods and go off for a resurface then play the last period. You may go on dirty ice for warm up and 1 period and go off for a resurface then play the last two periods.
All teams must be book through our hotel process with TTS. This is a stay to play event for all teams whose home rink is 70 miles or further away from the designated main rink of the tournament. Any teams within the 70-mile limit that are planning to get hotels must also go through our hotel booking process. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of games, disqualification and immediate removal from the tournament without refund of any kind.
Big Bear partners with many local sports teams and other attractions to provide a complete travel experience in the cities we host tournaments. Our on-staff Entertainment Coordinator can help your team pick the perfect off-ice activity in any tournament location. We provide this service as a courtesy to all our participating teams to make the most of your travel experience in any city. From professional sports to dining and other team activities, let us plan the perfect balance of on-ice competition and off-ice family fun. Please email hc@bigbeartournaments.com for the most up to date activities in the city of your choice. If you are planning to purchase tickets to professional or other off-ice entertainment on your own, you must alert Holly so she can work with our scheduler to ensure your activity can be accommodated. Failure to communicate off-ice activities could result in schedule conflicts with your games.
Please be aware that if your team is traveling by plane, motor coach, or any method requiring payment and/or reservations, you must enter that itinerary into your application to avoid scheduling conflicts.
Format/Pricing - 4 Game Minimum
Division | Format | Game Fee |
---|---|---|
10U Squirt/Atom | 13-13-13 | $1,795.00 |
12U Peewee | 13-13-13 | $1,895.00 |
14U Bantam | 14-14-14 | $1,895.00 |
16U HSJV / Midget | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |
18U HSV / Midget | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |
Who's In
10U Squirt/Atom
EDP Spiders 10U EliteEDP Spiders 10U Premier
Geneva Cyclones
Kirkwood Stars 10U B3-2 Guerriero
Miami Jr. Redhawks Miller
12U Peewee
Chesterfield Falcons-RidgewayCincinnati Jr. Cyclones (12u - Rea)
EDP Spiders 12U Elite
EDP Spiders 12U Premier
Kirkwood Stars - Guerriero
14U Bantam
CCYHA Columbus Blue JacketsChesterfield Falcons
Chicago Hawks
EDP Spiders 14U Elite
EDP Spiders 14U Premier
Grand Rapids Blades
Miami Jr Redhawks 14UB
Novi Ice Cats
San Jose Jr Sharks
West Michigan Ice Dogs 10
16U HSJV / Midget
Benet Redwings JVBlue Devils Hockey Club
DuPage Stars Hockey Club JV
Jimmy Johns 16U
Potomac Patriots
Rockford Rams JV
Tampa Bay Hockey Club
18U HSV / Midget
Miles Macdonell BuckeyesPotomac Patriots
Availability
B | BB | A | AA | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Mite/Novice | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Girls 10&U | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
10U Squirt/Atom | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Girls 12&U | ✓ | ✓ | ||
12U Peewee | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Girls 14&U | ✓ | ✓ | ||
14U Bantam | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
16U HSJV / Midget | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Girls 19&U | ✓ | ✓ | ||
18U HSV / Midget | ✓ | ✓ |
Arenas
- Canlan Ice Sports - Romeoville - 1581 W. Normantown Rd. Romeoville, IL 60446 (View Map) (More Info)
- Darien Sportsplex - 451 Plainfield Rd. Darien, IL 60561 (View Map) (More Info)
- Oak Lawn Ice Arena - 9320 S Kenton Ave Oak Lawn, IL 60453 (View Map) (More Info)
- Rocket Ice Arena - 180 Canterbury Lane Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (View Map) (More Info)
- Southwest Ice Arena - 5505 W. 127th Street Crestwood, IL 60418 (View Map) (More Info)
Designates Main Arena(s)
Ticket Information
If you are considering the purchase of tickets for any professional, college, or junior game over a tournament weekend either through the information and link we provide or on your own, there are a few things you should know.
When choosing this option, you will need to send an email to scheduler@bigbeartournaments.com and get this approved in writing before proceeding. If you buy tickets without going through this process you may have to choose between your tournament game and your outside entertainment.
Click logo to continue
Event Info
There will be a minimum of 4 games scheduled for each team.
Select the division that best fits your team and our highly skilled staff will ensure you are placed in a competitive division with like matched teams. Big Bear will not be using letter designations for tournament placements and labeling. Divisions will be created with our goal of competitive tournaments for all teams. In any division minor, major, and mixed age group teams may play in the same USA Hockey Age Classification. Any questions regarding placement or division your team should play please contact our office 248-399-1694
2024-25 Division Classifications:
Kodiak Division- Generally higher level teams
Grizzley Division-Generally middle level teams
Polar Division-Generally lower level teams
Friday games may begin as early as 7 AM local time.
Midget U16 and H.S.J.V. teams: May be scheduled in the same divisions. Ice resurface after 2 periods of play. You may start on clean ice and play 2 periods and go off for a resurface then play the last period. You may go on dirty ice for warm up and 1 period and go off for a resurface then play the last two periods.
Midget U18 and H.S.V. teams: May be scheduled in the same divisions. Ice resurface after 2 periods of play. You may start on clean ice and play 2 periods and go off for a resurface then play the last period. You may go on dirty ice for warm up and 1 period and go off for a resurface then play the last two periods.
All hotel rooms for all participants must be booked through our hotel process. This is a stay to play event for all teams whose home rink is 70 miles or further away from the designated main rink of the tournament. Any teams within the 70-mile limit that are planning to get hotels must also go through our hotel booking process. Failure to comply could result in forfeiture of games or disqualification.
Once you submit your application, you will have access to a complete list of hotel options. You then will be able to enter up to five hotel choices and a list of people that require accommodation.
Occasionally, we provide information to purchase tickets to either a professional or college hockey game over a tournament weekend. If you are considering this option, you will need to send us an email to scheduler@bigbeartournaments.com and get this approved in writing before proceeding. If you buy tickets without going through this process, you may have to choose between your tournament game and your outside entertainment.
Please be aware that if your team is traveling by plane, motor coach, or any method requiring payment and/or reservations, we recommend booking with companies that allow for cancelations, refunds, or transferring to a later date without penalty.
Please note: As a condition of acceptance to our tournaments, all out-of-town teams must stay at an authorized Big Bear hotel and rooming list forms can now be accessed on line once you fill out a tournament application.
Format/Pricing - 4 Game Minimum
Division | Format | Game Fee |
---|---|---|
Mite/Novice | 12-12-12 | $1,795.00 |
Girls 10&U | 13-13-13 | $1,795.00 |
10U Squirt/Atom | 13-13-13 | $1,795.00 |
Girls 12&U | 13-13-13 | $1,895.00 |
12U Peewee | 13-13-13 | $1,895.00 |
Girls 14&U | 14-14-14 | $1,995.00 |
14U Bantam | 14-14-14 | $1,995.00 |
16U HSJV / Midget | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |
Girls 19&U | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |
18U HSV / Midget | 15-15-15 | $2,195.00 |