Wisconsin Teams at USA Hockey Nationals

“WAHA is proud of Wisconsin’s Tier 1 and Tier II teams that made it to the USAH National Tournaments. This is a tribute to their continuous efforts to improve players’ on-ice skills and hockey IQ in a culture that also develops young women and men. Our hats are off to the players, coaches, and programs-this will be an experience that makes memories.” WAHA President, Fran Finco

Wisconsin will be well represented at the 2025 USA Hockey Nationals. Let’s look at the eight teams from Wisconsin that will compete at Nationals. Each team’s first game is highlighted, and a website link to follow each team is listed.

HS Girls March 26-30, Irvine, California

WEHL Western and WEHL Southwest

• WEHL Western vs. Team Texas 9AM PT March 26

“It’s a great experience for all the girls to have this opportunity. It’s great to have representation at Nationals and for our kids to play outside of the WIAA season.” Mike DeLong, head coach, Girls U18 WEHL Western

• WEHL Southwest vs. Team South Dakota 9:30AM PT March 26

“We are excited to compete at Nationals. The team finished strong and found success. Coach Kate Peterson and I are anxious to help our players compete against some of the best teams in the nation.” Oak Moser, head coach, Girls U18 WEHL Southwest

Follow WEHL Western and WEHL Southwest at Nationals: https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025highschoolgirls

Tier I Girls April 1-6 in Marlborough, MASS

U14 Madison Capitols

• U14 Madison Capitols vs. LA Lions 12:20PM ET April 1

“It’s been a magical season. One of the best groups of kids I’ve coached. I am proud of each player on the roster. I asked them at the beginning of November after a couple of tough games what their goal as a team was. I’m excited to see if they can reach that goal in April. Collectively as a team they can accomplish the goal they set forth for themselves.” Dan Ruoho, head coach, Madison Capitols U14 Girls

Follow the U14 Madison Capitols at Nationals: https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025girlstieri14u

Tier II Girls April 2-6

Wisconsin Selects U19, WEHL Western U16, and WEHL Western U14

• U19 Wisconsin Selects vs. Boston Jr. Eagles 12Noon ET April 2 in Cleveland, OH

“We have a hard-working group of girls with good chemistry. We also bring back experience from last year’s National team with two great goalies.” Rhylee Buesgen, WI Selects 11th grade defenseman

Follow the Wisconsin Selects at Nationals: https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025girlstierii19u2a

• U16 WEHL Western vs. Mid-Fairfield 10:10AM ET April 2 in Ashburn, VA

“It’s an honor to represent the U16 WEHL West team at Nationals. I am extremely proud of the girls. They have worked hard and deserve this opportunity.” Tim Beres, head coach, Girls U16 WEHL Western

Follow WEHL Western U16 Girls at Nationals: https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025girlstierii16u2a

• U14 WEHL Western vs. Fairbanks 1PM ET April 2 in Coral Springs, FL

“I am really proud of how far our team has come. I can’t wait for Nationals. It’s really an exciting opportunity!” Cami Fedie, WEHL Western U14 goalie

Follow WEHL Western U14 Girls at Nationals: https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025girlstierii14u2a

Tier II Boys April 2-6

Green Bay Bobcats U18 and U16 WEHL Northeast 1

• U18 Green Bay Bobcats vs. Seacoast Spartans 9:15AM ET April 2 in Utica, NY

“This is our fifth year in a row to go to Nationals. Last year we made it to quarterfinals and lost to the eventual champion, and in 2021 we were runner up. We are as excited as ever to go! It’s an honor to represent Wisconsin and our association.” Nick Glander, head coach, Green Bay Bobcats U18

Follow the Green Bay Bobcats U18 at Nationals:

https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025youthtierii18u2a

• U16 WEHL Northeast 1 vs. Nashville 6:15PM ET April 2 in Wayne, NJ

“I am so darn proud of this group. They have worked so hard, and their dedication has been so impressive to make it to Nationals. The work ethic and intensity that our players bring to practice has been second to none and it has driven our success.” John Kriz, head coach, U16 WEHL Northeast 1

Follow U16 WEHL Northeast 1 at Nationals:

https://nationals.usahockey.com/2025youthtierii16u2a

Best wishes to all our Wisconsin teams at Nationals!

Yours for hockey, Matt Carey