Disabled Hockey

Columbus Warrior Hockey proudly participates in USA Hockey’s Warrior Hockey Discipline*, a program dedicated exclusively to injured and disabled U.S. military veterans who have served our country and seek healing, connection, and purpose through the sport of hockey. This division offers veterans the opportunity to compete, grow, and engage with a nationwide community of their peers who share similar experiences both on and off the ice.

By signing up for our Warrior Hockey team, you will be added to the roster of members eligible to participate in USA Hockey–sanctioned Warrior events, including the two national Warrior Hockey tournaments hosted each season. These events bring together veterans from across the country in a powerful display of resilience, camaraderie, and shared commitment to the sport.

*CWH is currently in the application process with USA Hockey through it's MidAm region

Who Is Eligible?

You must meet one of the following criteria for eligibility:

Purple Heart
VA rating of 10% or greater
Medically discharged from active, reserves or National Guard
Veterans with disabilities that are the result of a disease or injury incurred or aggravated during active military service.
Post-service disabilities that are considered related or secondary to disabilities occurring in service and for disabilities presumed to be related to circumstances of military service, even though they may arise after service.
Veteran with a disability that did not occur during Military Service and meets discharge eligibility.

When

USA Hockey hosts two national Warrior Hockey events each season, the USA Hockey Long Drink Warrior Classic and the USA Hockey Long Drink Warrior National Championships. In addition to these events, CWH also participates in local tournaments and scrimmages with other Warrior Hockey programs.

Where

The USA Hockey Long Drink Warrior Classic takes place in Florida, The USA Hockey Long Drink Warrior National Championships takes place in Texas, and all other events attended by CWH will be in various locations local and not local to Columbus.

Games

Outside of scheduled annual tournaments, participants can expect to participate in as many opportunities as may arise

Practices

Practices will take place at one of the Chiller Ice Rinks however schedules are to be determined.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does crossbar say I'm ineligible when I try to sign up?

If crossbar is not allowing you to register it is likely because you have not completed the initial registration. Please click register in the top right corner, select "

Join Columbus Warrior Hockey" and complete that process. This process allows us to secure program sign ups to confirmed eligible beneficiaries. If you have already completed this and you are still having issues, please contact us at info@columbuswarriorhockey.org

Registration Help

CBJ Military Appreciation Game

** Waitlist Room Only - Scheduling details are still being solidified and subject to change **

Event includes:
Family Skate – we invite your players and their families to enjoy a public skate on the main ice

Scrimmage – families may watch from their seats as your players scrimmage

Event Timeline:
For the family skate arrival to the arena is typically between 12--12:30pm to ensure your players/families have time to prepare.

For the scrimmage, the time is yet to be solidified, but is expected to take place between the family skate and 2:45pm.

Guardian's Cup

** Travel To Rochester, NY Required **

This event brings together both active and retired responders and veterans in a competitive environment, with the objective of generating funds for the New York Law Enforcement Assistance Program (NYLEAP). NYLEAP provides critical mental health and well-being resources to law enforcement and first responders across New York State.

Dates
March 6th - 8th, 2026

Location
Tim Hortons Iceplex
2700 Brighton Henrietta Townline Rd
Rochester, NY 14623

For more information
visit https://www.guardianscup.com/

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