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Welcome to the Big Bear Adult Hockey League (BBAHL)

The Big Bear Adult Hockey League, hosted at Big Bear Ice Arena, is Denver’s top destination for adult hockey. We are built on the core values of sportsmanship, competition, and camaraderie, offering a great hockey experience for players of all skill levels.

Our league follows USA Hockey rules along with our own House Rules to promote a safe, respectful environment for players, officials, staff, and spectators. We take a firm stance against violence, hate, and racism, creating a community where fair play, respect, and a true love for the game thrive — both on and off the ice.


Spring-26 Season Information and Start Dates

Spring-26 League Start Dates:

  • C4 Thursday League: Starts February 5, 2026
  • D2 Monday League: Starts February 16, 2026
  • D4 Tuesday/Wednesday League: Starts February 17, 2026
  • D3 Sunday League: Starts March 8, 2026

Each league will feature 10 round-robin games, followed by exciting double-elimination playoffs.


Registration Information:
To register for the BBAHL, select your league and team online. If you wish to play with friends, all players must register for the same team. Teams are capped at 15 skaters and 1 goalie.
If you would like to add additional players beyond the limit, please email info@bigbearice.com with your request.



BBAHL League Managers

Peter Cardasis  Email: petercardasis@bigbearice.com

Anna Bereziuk Email: abereziuk@bigbearice.com

Phone: 303-343-1111


BBAHL Inquiries

Registration and General Inquiries:

Emails: info@bigbearice.com; abereziuk@bigbearice.com;

petercardasis@bigbearice.com


AGES

The Big Bear Adult Hockey League is open to participants ages 18 and over.

GAMES

10-game Regular Season Schedule.

Double Elimination Playoffs.

Tier I and Tier II Championships.

1 hour and 15 minute game slots

Period lengths:

1st – 20 minute run

2nd – 20 minute run

3rd – 15 minute stop

Music During Stoppages

SportsENGINE Stat Tracking

LiveBarn Streaming Live


WHERE

All games of the Big Bear Adult Hockey League will be held at the Big Bear Ice Arena, located at 8580 East Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230.

DIVISION SKILL GUIDE

C4 – Players typically have higher-level experience, including AA, A, competitive house leagues, or advanced adult league play.

D2 – Players generally have prior experience in A-level, house leagues, or adult leagues.

D3 – Players primarily have recreational or adult league experience, with moderate skill development.

D4 – Players are newer or have limited experience, primarily from recreational or lower-level adult league play.


Rates and Payment Options

  • Player Registration Fee: $295
  • Goalie Registration Fee: $99

PLAYOFF ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for playoff participation, players must appear in a minimum of five (5) regular season games during the Spring 2026 season.

Substitute Players

The BBAHL will not permit “pay-to-play” substitute players during the Spring 2026 season.


REFUND POLICY

 

Big Bear Ice Arena operates under a strict No Refund Policy for all league registrations.

By submitting payment, each player acknowledges and agrees to this policy in full. League operations, scheduling, and expenses are determined based on the number of registered players and teams; therefore, all registration fees are non-refundable once payment has been processed.

If a player voluntarily withdraws, becomes unable to participate, or is removed from the league for any reason—including but not limited to disciplinary issues, poor conduct on or off the ice, or violation of league rulesno refund, credit, or transfer will be issued.

In the unlikely event that a player cannot be placed on a team, or if the entire season is canceled prior to the start of play, a full refund will be issued. If a partial season cancellation occurs due to circumstances beyond the control of Big Bear Ice Arena (including but not limited to facility issues, weather, health mandates, or other force majeure events), refunds will be prorated solely at the discretion of management based on the number of games played.

By completing registration, the participant and/or payer expressly waives any right to dispute charges or pursue legal action related to refund claims, and agrees that all decisions regarding refunds or credits are final and binding as determined by Big Bear Ice Arena management.



Welcome to the Big Bear Adult Hockey League (BBAHL)

The Big Bear Adult Hockey League, hosted at Big Bear Ice Arena, is Denver’s top destination for adult hockey. We are built on the core values of sportsmanship, competition, and camaraderie, offering a great hockey experience for players of all skill levels.

Our league follows USA Hockey rules along with our own House Rules to promote a safe, respectful environment for players, officials, staff, and spectators. We take a firm stance against violence, hate, and racism, creating a community where fair play, respect, and a true love for the game thrive — both on and off the ice.


Fall/Winter-25/26 Season Information and Start Dates

Fall/Winter-25/26 Season Information:

  • D2 Monday League: Starts September 8, 2025
  • D4 Tuesday/Thursday League: Starts September 9, 2025
  • D1 Saturday League: Starts October 11, 2025
  • D3 Sunday League: Starts September 14, 2025

Each league will feature 20 round-robin games, followed by exciting double-elimination playoffs.


Registration Information:
To register for the BBAHL, select your league and team online. If you wish to play with friends, all players must register for the same team. Teams are capped at 15 skaters and 1 goalie.
If you would like to add additional players beyond the limit, please email info@bigbearice.com with your request.


BBAHL Manager

Peter Cardasis

Email: petercardasis@bigbearice.com

Phone: 303-343-1111

BBAHL Inquiries

Registration and General Inquiries:

Email: info@bigbearice.com

Phone: 303-343-1111

AGES

The Big Bear Adult Hockey League is open to participants ages 18 and over.

GAMES

20-game Regular Season Schedule.

Double Elimination Playoffs.

Tier I and Tier II Championships.

1 hour and 15 minute game slots

Period lengths:

1st – 20 minute run

2nd – 20 minute run

3rd – 15 minute stop

Music During Stoppages

SportsENGINE Stat Tracking

LiveBarn Streaming Live

WHERE

All games of the Big Bear Adult Hockey League will be held at the Big Bear Ice Arena, located at 8580 East Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230.

DIVISION SKILL GUIDE

D1 – Players typically have higher-level experience, including AA, A, competitive house leagues, or advanced adult league play.

D2 – Players generally have prior experience in A-level, house leagues, or adult leagues.

D3 – Players primarily have recreational or adult league experience, with moderate skill development.

D4 – Players are newer or have limited experience, primarily from recreational or lower-level adult league play.


Cost and Payment Options

Cost:

Player Fee: $595.00
Goalie Fee: $199.00


PLAYOFF ELIGIBILITY

In order to be eligible for playoff games, players must have played in at least 5 regular season games for Fall/Winter-25/26.

SUBS

The BBAHL will not be allowing ‘pay-to-play’ sub players in the Fall/Winter-25/26 season.


REFUND POLICY

Big Bear Ice Arena follows a STRICT NO REFUND POLICY.

We understand that things may come up and your plans may change, however, we must build our leagues based on the number of teams and players registered.  Once a player makes their registration payment, a spot is reserved for that player.  If, for any reason, a player is unable to participate in the league, no refund will be given.

If a player is removed from the league due to poor on or off ice conduct, NO REFUND WILL BE ISSUED.

If you cannot be placed on a team, or if the full league season is canceled, the full registration fee will be refunded.  In the event of partial season cancelation, a prorated registration fee will be refunded.