The Cup

Prospects by Sports Illustrated

Hockey Tournament
December 5-8, 2024
34 Chestnut St, Lockport, NY 14094

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Champions

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Fall 2023 - Summer 2024

AA
2008: Clarington Toros logo Clarington Toros
2010: West Seneca Wings logo West Seneca Wings
2011: West Seneca Wings logo West Seneca Wings
2013: Whitby Wildcats Minor Hockey Association logo Whitby Wildcats Minor Hockey Association
2014: Tampa Jr Bulls Hockey Club logo Tampa Jr Bulls Hockey Club

Fall 2022 - Summer 2023

AA
2008: Mississauga Beast logo Mississauga Beast
2009: Oakville Rangers logo Oakville Rangers
2010: Carolina Jr Hurricanes Hockey Club logo Carolina Jr Hurricanes Hockey Club
2011: Ottawa Sting logo Ottawa Sting
2012: Team Philadelphia logo Team Philadelphia

Overview

It’s unique features have made The AA Cup (Buffalo) the best AA tournament in North America! With brand new arenas being added to the tournament, our Buffalo AA stop is expecting over 130 teams at the 2023 tournament! Our events go above and beyond from Outdoor Games to Unique Off-Ice Activities, because we understand that hockey tournaments are vacations for many families. Teams travel from 2- 20 hours to get to our events, 3 days in hotels, and travel back. Knowing that the teams are putting in so much to be in attendance we use our expertise and professional services to make their entire experience amazing from start to finish. ​

The AA Cup also offers unique features like the PSI Sticker Trading contest. This fun experience allows players to trade stickers with players on other teams for cool prizes and experiences. Another unique feature is our partnership with Instat, all players will be able to get detailed information on their games through Instat!

The Prospects Cup Series brings teams from all over North America! 2021 brought teams from Colorado, Montreal, Toronto, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and Anaheim; just to name a few! The PCS gives an opportunity for the top AA teams from Canada and the USA to meet in one place and go head to head with the best North America has to offer! ​ Our commitment is to provide the Ultimate Hockey Tournament Experience. Starting with the competition on ice and unique off-ice activities to our restaurant concierge program and wide hotel selection. We promise to use our experience to make yours a memorable one.

Tournament cost: $2250 + 8.75% State Tax = $2,447 USD

Format: 5x5

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STAR TRANSPORTATION
Star is your one-stop shop for professional transportation services. We offer a diverse fleet of vehicles including 2024-2025 model year Prevost and MCI 56 passenger motor coaches, mini-coaches, passenger vans, SUVs, sedans, and mini-vans. We specialize in transportation anywhere in Minnesota and beyond. Sports teams, school events, airport transfers, point to point, charters, over the road trips and much more. Fleet of over 70 vehicles, and experienced, professional drivers. 24 hour dispatch and reservations. Family owned and operated for over 27 years. New model vehicles, safe, professional, friendly drivers. Licensed and insured. USDOT 686106. Ask for Hank Miller Charter, Groups & Events Specialist hank@limostar.com

(727.44 miles)

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Panera Bread
Lockport, NY

(1.89 miles)

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Williamsville, NY

(13.01 miles)

Buffalo Wild Wings
Tonawanda, NY

(13.78 miles)

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