Erie MLK AAU Cup - Erie, PA

Your team is invited to our Erie MLK AAU Cup this January 18th-20th, 2020 at the Erie Insurance Arena & the Erie Bank Sports Park in Erie, PA.

You ask WHY Erie?  Well, let's tell you WHY!

Pennsylvania’s only Great Lakes port is in Erie! Known for its sandy beaches and waterfront locale on the shores of Lake Erie, Erie boasts spectacular natural beauty and city amenities, with fun entertainment options for everyone. Spend the day at Presque Isle State Park, USA Today’s 2017 Readers’ Choice for “Top Pennsylvania Attraction”, and a top year-round recreation destination, known for its beaches and swimming, biking, boating, fishing, hiking and more. Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park is 84 degrees year-round with slides, pools and tropical indoor entertainment. Take a break from the competition in Lake Erie Wine Country, the largest grape-growing region east of the Rocky Mountains, or Lake Erie Ale Trail, a collection of fourteen independent craft breweries nestled around Lake Erie. Shop tax-free for clothing and apparel, with plenty of options from locally-owned boutiques to your favorite big-name retailers. Plan your trip to Erie at VisitErie.com or download the Hello Erie App!


There are a maximum number of teams allowed for this tournament. Teams are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. It is highly recommended that you register early to reserve a spot for your team as we expect this event to fill up quickly.

TOURNAMENT DETAILS:

  • 4 Game Guarantee
  • AAU Hockey Sanctioned Event

AGE DIVISIONS & SKILL LEVELS:

  • 8U & 10U
  • House and Travel A-AA-AAA

PERIOD LENGTHS:

  • 8U = (3) x 11 Minute Stop-Time Periods
  • 10U = (3) x 12 Minute Stop-Time Periods

TEAM FEES:

  • 8U = $1200 USD
  • 10U = $1300 USD

 *Planning on participating in more than one TCS Tournament this upcoming season?  
   If so, ask about our multi-tournament discount!

TOURNAMENT HIGHLIGHTS:

  • 1st & 2nd Place Teams Receive: Cup & Medals
  • On-Site Professional Photographer (Customized Team Photos)
  • Championship Game MVP Awards
  • NO Gate Fees
  • Scores, Standings, Team Stats, Photos, & Results Posted On Website
  • Giant Scoreboard & Playoff Brackets
  • Scoresheets Prepared By Tournament Staff For Each Game
  • Discounted Hotel Rates For Area Hotels
  • Top-Notch Officiating
  • Experienced, Friendly, & Courteous Staff With A Tournament Director Present At All Times

DETAILS YOU SHOULD KNOW:

  • There will be no games Friday to allow kids to attend a full day of school.  All teams must be prepared to play at 7am on Saturday.  It is advised that you get hotel rooms for Friday Night.  Since Monday is a day off school, games can go as late as 6pm.
  • This is a Stay to Play Event.  It is required that all teams traveling 90+ miles to this event must reserve their hotel accommodations through TRAVELING TEAMS.  Thank You in advance for your cooperation.  Click here to make your hotel reservations
  • Due to the limited ice time at Erie Insurance Arena & Erie Bank Sports Park, there is a possibility your team plays some games at the Erie Zoo.
  • Full payment is due no later than one month prior to the event.
  • Certified rosters should be submitted (via email/mail) no later than two weeks prior to the event.
  • Registration forms, payments, & certified rosters can be mailed to:
    TCS Hockey, Inc. | 663 Pemberton Dr. | Lebanon, TN 37087
  • You will be required to bring a total of (18) score-sheet stickers with you to the event.  You will need to see our tournament director before each game to turn in (3) score sheet labels that has your correct game line-up.

 CLICK HERE to register online or to print & mail your registration CLICK HERE