A total of 13 pure teams are skating under the SHSHL umbrella this season

National Division

Central Bucks East

Coach: Tom Mitchell (first full season)

Last year: 6-11-1, 6-9-1in divisional play; Class AA Flyers Cup quarterfinalist

Key players: Sr. Sr. Samuel Gottesman (D); Jr. C.J. Young (G); Jr. Rhett Walter (F); Jr. Ben Dempsey (D); Jr. Colton Dreyfus (F)

Outlook: The Patriots came on strong late last season and are looking to carry that momentum forward.

“We finished last season on a high,” Mitchell said, “winning our first Flyers Cup game in over eight years. We were very young with a small junior and senior class.

“We’re looking forward to the leadership we have this season.  We have a very strong goaltending group, defensive core and our freshman are more ready to play than we expected. I think we may be a tough team to deal with.”

Central Bucks South

Coach:  Josh Sklar (second season)

Last year: 17-7 (12-4 in divisional play) Class AA Flyers Cup quarterfinalist

Key players:  Sr. Nate Napolitano (G); So. Nolan Senigo (F); Sr. Domnic Gibson (F)

Outlook: The Titans’ lineup is highlighted by the presence of Napolitano, one of the area’s premier goaltenders. He’ll be supported by a group that blends youth and experience

“The veterans will lead by example and show the underclassman the way,” Sklar said. It will be a balanced lineup with a stellar goalie, solid defense, and productive offense.”

Central Bucks West

Coach: Frank Blust (second season)

Last year: 0-21, 0-16 in divisional play

Key players: Sr. Issac Mays (G); Sr. Alex Korolev (F); Sr. Colin Murray (F): Jr. Tyler Ricci (F)

Outlook: Blust will put an experienced lineup on the ice that is focused on moving the program forward.

“We’re looking forward to a fresh start,” he said, “and building on what we’ve learned through that adversity. We only lost two seniors and return the backbone of our team, led by senior Isaac Mays, while adding an exciting young core.

“We obviously want to snap the losing streak, but that starts off the ice and at practice – building a winning culture. We know it’s a process, but we believe this group can take the next step this season. We look forward to the challenge.

Council Rock North

Coach:  Bob Tuniewicz (third season)

Last year: 1-16-1 as a blended team in the ICSHL

Key players:  Sr. Sean Davies (F); Sr. Rory Davies (F), Sr. Kieren Dahms (D); Sr. Trent Stellmach (F), Fr. Peter Coyle (G)

Outlook: The Indians return to the SHSHL for 2026-27 after spending last season as part of a blended team in the ICSHL.

“Last season was tough playing in the ICSHL,” Tuniewicz said. “We were short on players, so we combined with New Hope/Solebury.  This year we are thrilled to be back in the SHSHL with a full roster of 17 skaters and an experienced goalie. Led by our seniors and in influx of Freshman, we are a deep team that may surprise many.”

Council Rock South

Coach: Joe Houk (21^st season)

Last year: 23-6, 13-3 in divisional play; Class AA Flyers Cup semifinalist

Key players: Jr. Xavier Provarov (G); Sr. Wes Mallon (D); Sr. Connor Holland (D); Sr. Chaise Stratton; (D); Sr. Aidan Judge (D); Sr. Allen Pronin (F); Sr. Brendan Rooney (F); Sr. Nate Grindberg (F); Sr. Jack Ralston (F)

Outlook: Houk, the senior coach in the SHSHL in terms of years of service, returns a team that reached the Class AA Flyers Cup semifinals last spring.

“I’m looking forward to our season,” Houk said. “We have some new faces, but a good group of returning guys as well. As always, we’ll rely on our blue collar style of play. It’s all about hard work.”

Neshaminy

Coach: Shane Slack (first season)

Last year: 2-15, 2-14 in divisional play

Key Players: Sr. Sean Mooney (D); Sr. Brett Fox (D); Sr. Carter Lennon (F); Sr. Eli Kirsch (F); Jr. Nate Parker (F); Jr. Tyler Hathaway (F); Fr. Charlie Murray (G);

Outlook: Slack steps behind the bench to lead a team that features a blend of youth, including a freshman goaltender, and veteran leadership.

“This year’s Neshaminy team is looking to rebound from their past seasons,” Slack said, “and move their way up the leaderboard for a playoff appearance and build for the future.”

North Penn

Coach: Matt Stella (first season)

Last year: 26-4, 16-0 in divisional play; National Division and Class AA Flyers Cup champion

Key players: Sr. Aidan Quigley (G), Jr. Andy Norton (G), Sr. Landon Hostetter (D), So. Gavin Lombardi (G), Sr. Sam Norton (F), Sr. Chris Silvotti (F), Sr. Declan Leahy (F), Jr. Izzy Cabrales (F), Jr. Derek Lugara (F), Jr. Declan Willison (F)

Outlook: The Knights graduated 12 players from their second consecutive Class AA Flyers Cup championship team, but Stella is optimistic about the season to come.

“We still have a very good core group of players coming back that have great experience and leadership qualities to help the younger players get acclimated to the season,” he said. “As a team we expect to be competitive and are hopefully to make another run at the postseason. “

Pennsbury

Coach: Ryan Daley (10^th season)

Last year: 14-7-1, 10-5-1 in divisional play

Key players: Jr. Evan Ayala (G); Sr. Connor Gray (D); Sr. Jake Sarver (F); Jr. Ryan Kalachik So. Gavin Schlotter (F)

Outlook: The Falcons reached the Class AA Flyers Cup quarterfinals last season are looking to build off that success.

“We have an experienced group this season,” Daley said, “with the addition of some young talent that will hopefully help us make our mark in the Suburban League and lead to a nice post-season run!

Pennridge

Coach: Jeff Montagna (ninth season)

Last year: 7-12-1, 6-10 in divisional play; Class AA Flyers Cup invitee

Key players: Sr. Andrew Slutsky (G); Sr. Ryan Burke (F); Sr. Landon Bishop (F); Sr. Dean Venner (F); Fr. Ryan Dando (D); So. Cole Detweiler D-F

Outlook: The Rams will be more experienced than last year’s group, but depth will likely be an issue.

“Our depth will be tested especially on defense,” Montagna said. “The seniors have a lot of experience and will be expected to carry us while logging a ton of minutes. Even with a short bench. I think we can make a run at the playoffs if everything breaks right.

“Slutsky is one of the better goalies in the league and will keep us in most games while we figure out who we are as a team.”

Souderton

Coach: Ryan Uchniat (second consecutive season; ninth season overall)

Last year: 7-11-2, 6-10 in divisional play. Class AA Flyers Cup invitee

Key players:  Sr. Alexander Archer (G); Sr. Mathew Cross (F); Sr. Cameron Fairweather (F); So. Pierce Miller (F)

Outlook:  Uchniat is hoping his veterans will hasten the development of his young lineup.

“This is a young team with a couple of key seniors,” he said. “The team will aim to improve from last year and play with more consistency.”

American Division

Abington

Coach: Ken Brzozowski (ninth season)

Last year: 1-15-1, 0-15-1 in divisional play

Key players: Sr. Matt Evangelist (G); Sr. Shane Meltzer (F); So. Luke Cunningham (D); Sr. Ben Biko (D); Sr. Liam Gura; (D); Jr. Joey Widmeier (F)

Outlook:  The Galloping Ghosts will put an experienced team on the ice this season. Last year’s unit lost eight games by two goals or less and Brzozowski is looking forward to seeing some of those defeats turn into victories this season.

“We’re ready to benefit from the “return on investment” of the past two challenging seasons,” he said, “and translate hard work in practices to return to the programs winning culture. The coaches are focused on the core beliefs of hard work, skill development and challenging every player to give their best. The combination of player commitment, believing in the system and supporting each other’s strengths can lead this team to a very successful year”.

Hatboro-Horsham

Coach: Shane Mergen (first season)

Last year: 17-4, 13-3 in divisional play; SHSHL American Division champion, Class A Flyers Cup quarterfinalist

Key players: Sr. Eric Miller (G); Sr. Patrick Murphy (G); Sr. Reid Rochestie (D); Sr. Luca Staffieri (D); Jr. Aiden North (D); Sr. Bill Moffa (D); Jr. Vince Graziani F); Jr. Joey Mangin (F); Jr. Evan Snow (F); Jr. Cole Meyer (F)

Outlook: The Hatters are seeking an unprecedented third straight SHSHL American Division (Class A) title. They have the depth and experience to make a serious run at it.

Three freshmen are joining this year’s roster to make up in part for the graduation of Nate Nemchinov, the program’s all-time leading scorer.

Plymouth Whitemarsh

Coach: Vince Forti (third season)

Last year: 14-4, 14-2 in divisional play; Class A Flyers Cup invitee

Key players:  Jr. Max Yoder (G); Jr. Lucas Bdennett (D); Sr. Luke Smith (F); Sr. Brandon Wooldridge (F); Sr. Dan Molony (F); Sr Luke Wynn (F); Sr. Jack Condon (D);

Outlook: This season’s edition of the Colonials is deep and experienced.

“We’re excited for the upcoming season,” Forti said, “with a lot of returning players and a strong group of seniors who are hungry and ready to compete. We’re ready to work hard, compete as a team and leave it all on the ice.”

There are two blended teams competing in the American Division. Springfield has combined with William Tennent while Wissahickon has joined with Bensalem. Neither blended team is eligible for a division title.

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