The U18 International League for the 2023/24 season featured a competitive lineup of nine teams from various regions. This league is part of the ÖEHV (Austrian Ice Hockey Association) youth championships and is designed to foster high-level competition among young ice hockey talents.
Participating Teams:
- Akademija Rudi Hiti (ARH)
- Budapest Jegkorong Akademia (BJA)
- DVTK Jegesmedvek Jegkorong Sportakademia (DJA)
- Fehervar Hockey Academy 19 (FEHA19)
- EC-KAC (KAC)
- Okanagan Hockey Academy (OHA)
- EC Red Bull Salzburg (RBS)
- Ujpesti Jegkorong Akademia (UJA)
- Vasas SC (VAS)
League Format:
- Phase 1: All nine teams play in a single division, engaging in two round-robin tournaments, resulting in each team playing 32 games.
- Playoff Structure:
- Playoff-Pick: The top 8 teams advance to the playoffs, where the top 3 teams can pick their opponents.
- Placement-Playoff: Consists of 2 games played in a “CHL-Mode” format, where both games are hosted by the better-placed team.
- Quarterfinals: Best-of-three series.
- Semifinals & Finals: Best-of-five series.
The league promises an exciting season with intense competition, showcasing the best U18 hockey talents. Stay tuned for updates and results throughout the season!
