Special Opportunity – 2026.2.1 NFCU Veteran’s Showcase Miami FL

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2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series

Veteran’s Showcase

Tournament Background

Navy Federal Credit Union (“NFCU”), the Official Military Appreciation Partner of the National Hockey League®, has teamed up with United Heroes League to create a first-of-its-kind hockey tournament solely for military veterans.

The Veteran’s Showcase will take place January 30^th through February 2^nd, 2026, in Tampa, Florida, home of the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™. This tournament will take place in conjunction with the Stadium Series event, celebrating our nation’s military and the sport of hockey at the highest level.

Navy Federal Credit Union is looking for four (4) military veteran hockey teams from across the country to participate in this all-expenses-paid invitational tournament. If interested, please complete the below information for a chance to play in our inaugural event. United Heroes League and NFCU will consider a number of factors when selecting each of the four teams, including team background, military service, geography and level of competition. This invitational tournament is open to female, male or coed military veteran hockey teams.

Please note this tournament is not open to any teams with individuals who are currently serving in the military.

Selection Process

United Heroes League and NFCU will collect submissions from November 6^th through November 20^th. The last day to submit your team for consideration is 11:59PM EST on November 20^th.

United Heroes League and NFCU will consider a number of factors when selecting each of the four teams, including team background, military service, geography and level of competition.

United Heroes League and NFCU, at their sole discretion, reserve the right to administer all aspects of this tournament, including, but not limited to, the selection of participating teams; the right to change venues and/or the schedule of events; and the ability of a team and/or individual to participate in any event.

Teams selected to participate in the inaugural Veteran’s Showcase will be notified by December 5^th, 2025. Selected teams consisting of a maximum of fifteen (15) players will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Tampa, Florida from January 30 – February 2, 2026. The experience will include the following for each selected teams’ players:

Airfare, ground transportation upon arrival in Tampa, Florida for all sponsored events, overnight accommodations, and $50.00 per diem during the event weekend;
Welcome reception Saturday evening (dinner included);
Two (2) guaranteed Veteran’s Showcase games throughout the weekend;
Commemorative jersey for each player;
Tickets to attend the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium Series™

Mock Weekend Itinerary

DATE

Friday 1/30

TIME

Afternoon / Evening

NOTES

Teams arrive in Tampa and check-in at hotel

Saturday 1/31

8:00A – 2:00P

2:30P – 5:00P

5:30P – 7:00P

7:00P – 9:00P

Teams compete in the Navy Federal Credit Union Veteran’s Showcase (minimum of two games)

Teams return to hotel to shower and relax before evening activities

Teams gather in hotel for a pre-reception cocktail hour

Teams enjoy a formal dinner with NHL guest speakers

Sunday 2/1

9:00A – 12:00P

1:30P – 3:30P

4:00P

Teams participate in a VIP NHL experience

Teams change & relax before evening activities

Teams depart for Raymond James Stadium pre-game Fan Fare activities and to enjoy the NFCU NHL Stadium Series game

Monday 2/2

Morning / Afternoon

Teams check-out of hotel and depart from Tampa

Friday 1/30

Afternoon / Evening

Teams arrive in Tampa and check-in at hotel

Saturday 1/31

8:00A – 2:00P

Teams compete in the Navy Federal Credit Union Veteran’s Showcase (minimum of two games)

2:30P – 5:00P

Teams return to hotel to shower and relax before evening activities

5:30P – 7:00P

Teams gather in hotel for a pre-reception cocktail hour

7:00P – 9:00P

Teams enjoy a formal dinner with NHL guest speakers

Sunday 2/1

9:00A – 12:00P

Teams participate in a VIP NHL experience

1:30P – 3:30P

Teams change & relax before evening activities

4:00P

Teams depart for Raymond James Stadium pre-game Fan Fare activities and to enjoy the NFCU NHL Stadium Series game

Monday 2/2

Morning / Afternoon

Teams check-out of hotel and depart from Tampa

Rules / Legal

All participants agree to conduct themselves to the highest standards of sportsmanship and ethical conduct during the tournament, at sponsored events and throughout the sponsored weekend. This is an official USA Hockey sanctioned tournament and will follow official USA Hockey tournament rules. All participants must register or be registered with USA Hockey prior to submitting their team for consideration. A team shall consist of a maximum of fifteen (15) players who are physically able to play in the tournament and only rostered players will be provided the tournament experience. Any unused roster spots cannot be filled with non-playing individuals. All players must be eighteen (18) years or older to participate. All participants consent to allow USA Hockey and NFCU, at their sole discretion, to use any images associated with this event in any form or type of media and other materials without further compensation. If your team is selected to participate in the tournament, each participant agrees and will be required to sign a Waiver and Release of Liability, and a Photo/Video Image Release for USA Hockey and NFCU prior to the tournament weekend for eligibility.

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Team Name*

Home Rink/City and State*

Main Point of Contact*

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Point of Contact’s Role / Title*

Main Point of Contact Email*

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Main Point of Contact Cell Phone #*

Main Point of Contact Mailing Address*

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Team Background

1. Does your team have fifteen (15) military veterans who are not currently serving that are able to participate in the Veteran’s Showcase tournament?*

Yes

2. Is your team all one branch of service (e.g. Marine Veterans only) or do you include all branches? Please provide the individual branch breakdown of your team roster (e.g. Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, D.O.D.). If you play with multiple branches, tell us what you like about connecting with those from other branches.*

Example: 4 Army, 2 USAF, 2 USMC, 4 Navy, 3 USCG

3. Please provide your team’s level of play (B1, B2, etc.).*

B1, B2, C1, C2, Other. If other, please explain.

4. Tell us about your team. What makes this organization different, supportive, and fun?*

5. What are the characteristics of your team (e.g. camaraderie, community, family, integrity, service, etc.) and how does your team exemplify those characteristics?*

6. What else is important for us to know about your team and its members? What does your team care most about? How does your team impact your local & military communities?*

(e.g. your team’s impact on the local community, military community, etc.)

In the event your team is selected to participate in the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union Veteran’s Showcase, you must select two (2) total airports for your team to depart from en route to Tampa, FL. Please specify your two departure airports below:

Departure Airport #1:*

Departure Airport #2:*

Upload 2-3 Pictures (High Resolution preferred) of your team/teammates.

Photo 1: High Resolution/Quality*

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Photo 2: High Resolution/Quality*

Max. file size: 50 MB.

Photo 3: High Resolution/Quality

Max. file size: 50 MB.

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