3ICE OPEN DIVISION
TOURNAM3NT INFORMATION
GAM3 RULES & PROTOCOLS
3ICE OPEN is built around speed, skill, and continuous action. All games are played in a fast-paced 3-on-3 format designed to eliminate stoppages, discourage time-wasting, and showcase creativity and competitiveness.
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Games consist of two short halves with a running clock, ensuring constant flow and high tempo. Traditional power plays and overtime periods are replaced with immediate penalty shots and shootouts, keeping the focus on decisive moments and player skill.
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Goaltenders may play the puck anywhere on the ice, and play continues when the puck deflects off the netting and returns to the ice. Rules such as intentional icing penalties and offensive-zone turnover enforcement are in place to maintain pressure, pace, and attacking play at all times.
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Roster and eligibility standards are enforced to ensure fair competition and alignment with the division's amateur and collegiate spirit, while protecting the integrity of play across regional tournaments and championship advancement.
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The complete and official rule set, including game play, roster requirements, and eligibility standards, is published in advance of each event and enforced by tournament administration.
ROSTERS & 3LIGIBILITY
The 3ICE Open Division roster and eligibility standards are designed to ensure fair competition, consistent enforcement, and alignment with the fast-paced, high-skill identity of 3ICE hockey.
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All teams must adhere to clearly defined roster limits, submission deadlines, and player eligibility requirements. Participation is limited to amateur, junior, and collegiate players who meet age and professional-play eligibility criteria. Strict restrictions apply to players with recent professional experience in top domestic leagues worldwide.
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Rosters are locked before competition and closely monitored throughout pool play, playoffs, and championship advancement. Tournament administration retains final authority over all eligibility determinations, with penalties for violations to protect competitive integrity.
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Complete roster rules, professional eligibility standards, and enforcement policies are detailed below and will be finalized and published in advance of each regional tournament registration deadline.
T3AM INFORMATION
The 3ICE Open Division team operations and event standards are designed to deliver a professional, consistent, and transparent experience for all participants, while preserving the speed, structure, and competitive integrity that define 3ICE hockey.
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This section outlines how teams register, prepare, and compete within the 3ICE Open ecosystem. All teams are required to follow clearly defined entry requirements, payment timelines, roster submission deadlines, and game-day operational procedures. From registration through championship advancement, standards are enforced uniformly across all regions to ensure fairness and consistency nationwide.
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Team rosters, bench staff credentials, uniforms, and branding are regulated to support safe, organized, and broadcast-ready competition. Pre-event communication, on-site check-in, and game-day logistics are managed through centralized systems to keep the focus on performance rather than administration. Rosters are finalized prior to competition and monitored throughout pool play and playoffs, with tournament administration retaining final authority over operational and
compliance matters.
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Complete team entry policies, scheduling formats, operational procedures, and enforcement guidelines will be finalized and published in advance of each regional tournament registration deadline. This section will continue to evolve as venues, schedules, and event details are confirmed, providing teams with a clear, reliable framework as the 2026 3ICE Open season approaches.
3ICE OPEN DIVISION
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITI3S
SPONSORSHIP
OPPORTUNITI3S
Align Your Brand with the Fastest Game in Hockey
The 3ICE Open Division offers sponsors and partners a rare opportunity to connect with one of the most dynamic, fast-growing formats in modern hockey,
full-ice, professional-style 3-on-3 competition delivered on a national stage.
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Built as an extension of the professional 3ICE brand, the Open Division provides partners with authentic visibility, meaningful engagement, and access to a passionate hockey audience spanning elite amateur players, families, fans, and future professionals.
VENUE & HOSTING
OPPORTUNITI3S
Bring the 3ICE Experience to Your Community
As an extension of the professional 3ICE brand, the Open Division delivers a true pro-level experience at the local level through a series of nationally aligned regional events. Each 3ICE Open Regional Tournament transforms host venues into high-energy destinations, combining elite amateur competition, professional operations, and national visibility on a
single unified platform.
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Hosting a 3ICE Open event gives venues access to a passionate hockey audience, including elite amateur players, families, fans, and future professionals. These weekends are designed to drive traffic, elevate facility visibility, and create meaningful engagement through fast-paced full-ice 3-on-3 hockey, broadcast-ready production standards, and consistent operational execution.
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INTERN, STAFF & BROADCAST
OPPORTUNITI3S
Be Part of the Game, On and Off the Ice
The 3ICE Open Division offers hands-on, immersive opportunities for individuals seeking experience in professional-level sports operations, live event management, broadcasting, and media production. Built alongside a nationally recognized hockey brand, the Open Division offers a rare opportunity to work in a high-performance environment that mirrors the standards, pace, and expectations of the
professional game.
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Whether you are a student, an emerging professional, or an experienced contributor, the 3ICE Open Division delivers real-world exposure that goes far beyond traditional amateur events. Participants work directly with seasoned administrators, production teams, and event operators in fast-paced settings that demand adaptability, professionalism, and collaboration.