KHHL (High School League)

Knoxville High School Hockey League (KHHL)

High School Hockey in Knoxville

Hockey is growing in Knoxville, and the KHHL is bringing high school hockey back in a big way!

After the success of our 14U+ and Spring High School Hockey programs, we are excited to launch a full Fall/Winter season and revive the Knoxville High School Hockey League (KHHL) — a program that was once a cornerstone of high school hockey in our community.

The KHHL is a competitive and developmental league built for players who want to continue improving their skills, compete at a high level, and be part of a team throughout the hockey season.

The league features three teams and runs from mid-August through early March, making it our longest Fall and Winter hockey program. Players will enjoy consistent practices, competitive games, and a fun, team-focused environment designed to help athletes grow both on and off the ice.

Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, build friendships, or compete all season long, the KHHL is the perfect place to play hockey this winter.

Practice & Game Location

All Knoxville High School Hockey League practices and games are held at:

Cool Sports Knoxville

110 S Watt Rd

Knoxville, TN 37934

High School Division

Birth Years: 2010–2013 (14U / 16U)

Exceptions may be made for older players on a case-by-case basis based on skill level and team needs.

The KHHL season runs from mid-August through early March, making it our longest Fall and Winter hockey program. Perfect for players looking to build skills, grow with a team, and enjoy consistent game and practice time throughout the winter.

Please Note:

There will be no practices or games on the following dates:

• Fall Break: October 5–9, 2026
• Thanksgiving Week: November 23–27, 2026
• Winter Break: December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027

The KHHL follows a consistent weekly schedule designed to balance player development and competition.

Weekly Schedule

• 1 Station-Based Skill Practice per Week
• 1 Full-Ice Game per Week

Practices are designed to emphasize core hockey development through station-based training.

Practice Structure

• 50-minute practices
• Age-divided groups
• 30 minutes full ice
• 20 minutes half ice stations

Games are 60 minutes long and consist of:

• Three running-time periods
• 17-minute periods
• Clock stops only:
• At the end of periods
• During player injuries
• For officiating matters

All games feature two USA Hockey-certified officials and follow current USA Hockey Rules & Regulations.

Rulebook: https://www.usahockey.com/rulesandres

Teams will compete in a three-team rotating schedule throughout the season. A typical schedule format will be:

• 2 games on
• 1 game off

This format helps provide consistent ice time, balanced competition, and recovery throughout the season.

Important Dates

The KHHL season begins with player evaluations on August 11th. These evaluations are used to help create balanced teams and promote competitive play across the division. They are not tryouts, but an opportunity to assess each player’s current skill level for team placement.

Exceptions may be made for younger or older players on a case-by-case basis. Coaches will evaluate these players based on hockey experience and direct observation during league-wide Evaluation.

If you cannot attend the Evaluation please contact the KAHA Hockey Director.

Full Season

Practice + Games

• $1049 + $50 KAHA Admin Fee

Half Season Options

KAHA Players (AA Team Games Only)

• $499

Non-KAHA Players (Games Only)

• $699 + $50 KAHA Admin

Goalies receive a 50% discount.

Goalie Registration

Full Season

Practice + Games

• $525 + $50 KAHA Admin Fee

Half Season Options

KAHA Players (AA Team Games Only)

• $250

Non-KAHA Players (Games Only)

• $375 + $50 KAHA Admin
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Please contact the KAHA Treasurer before proceeding:

📧 kahatreasurer2020@gmail.com

New This Season!

Players will wear new custom reversible (black and white) Smoky Mountain Wild hockey jerseys during the regular season.

Players may choose any jersey number they would like. This decision is completely up to you and your child. Since KAHA House League does not track player statistics and we encourage families to reuse jerseys whenever possible, there may occasionally be multiple players with the same number on a team.

Reusable jerseys are absolutely fine to continue using if they still fit comfortably, and you are not required to purchase a new set.

KAHA jerseys are mandatory. New custom SMW reversible jerseys and black team socks can be purchased at the link below:

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Skaters Will Need:

• Team Jersey (Black & White Reversible)
• Team Socks (Black)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Jerseys are reversible, you only need one per player.

PLEASE EMAIL ORDERMYGEAR@PUREHOCKEY.COM WITH ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING YOUR JERSEY ORDER

KAHA Winter League does not handle jersey orders, please reach out to Purehockey with any order questions. 

We offer two convenient payment methods to make registration easier for families:

✔️ Pay in Full

• Full payment is made at the time of registration.

🧾 Payment Plan

• Pay an initial deposit at registration
• Followed by three automatic payments on:
• September 1st
• October 1st
• November 1st
• December 1st

Please select your preferred payment option during registration.

All skaters must be registered with USA Hockey before participating in any on-ice activities, as required by KAHA.

How to Register:

• Complete your child’s registration at USA Hockey.
• After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with your child’s USA Hockey Confirmation Number.

You will need this number to enroll in any KAHA program.

Reminder: No player will be allowed on the ice without a valid USA Hockey registration.