Tier I Hockey Federation
Power prep hockey league
united tier 1 hockey league
The West Chester Wolves Academy teams compete in three elite leagues: the Tier 1 Hockey Federation (THF), Power Prep Hockey League (PPHL), and United Tier 1 Hockey League (UT1HL). The THF is a USA Hockey–sanctioned Tier I league featuring over 200 AAA teams nationwide. Its competitive, unbalanced schedule offers players major exposure to junior and collegiate scouts from the USHL, NAHL, NCDC, and USPHL, creating a direct path to NCAA Division I and III programs.
The PPHL, founded in 2022, unites top Academies, Prep Schools, and AAA organizations through showcase-style competition. Its Boys and Girls Conferences feature programs such as Gilmour Academy, Ontario Hockey Academy, Lovell Academy, and Boston Hockey Academy, emphasizing high-intensity development and scouting visibility. The UT1HL complements this by bringing together premier AAA and academy-level teams from across North America, offering balanced competition and events designed to highlight athletes for junior and collegiate opportunities.
COACHING STAFF
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The Wolves' gym, located inside PNY Sports Arena, is fully equipped with four racks, medicine balls, dumbbells, plyo boxes, bikes, and everything needed for comprehensive training.
PLAYER ADVANCEMENT
Helping players reach the next level is a top priority for the Wolves coaching staff, who have guided over 800 athletes to opportunities in the USHL, college hockey, and the pros. With a team made up of former pro, college, and junior players, the staff brings proven experience and strong networks across North America. The Wolves also prioritize internal development, regularly promoting players from the Academy and Premier levels to the NCDC.
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dormitories
GLEN MILLS
The Wolves offer dormitories in Glen Mills, PA, a vibrant crossroads of the East Coast, rich in history and culture. Located within a moderate drive of major cities like New York City, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C., it’s the perfect spot for athletes to thrive.
The dorms are just 6 miles south of PNY Sports Arena, set on a sprawling 750-acre campus that features a recreation center, basketball courts, and baseball diamonds. Players residing in the dorms enjoy daily team meals prepared by an on-site chef. The facility is closely monitored by staff and families living on-site, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
