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NCDC Dineen Cup Championships • Idaho Falls, Idaho
NCDC • Dineen Cup Championships
Mountain America Center • Idaho Falls
2026 Dineen Cup Championships
The National Collegiate Development Conference brings its championship series to Idaho Falls as the Dineen Cup is decided at the Mountain America Center in April 2026. For the first time since its inception, this prestigious event will be hosted in the Mountain Division and in the western United States, showcasing top NCDC talent in front of fans and scouts from across the league.
Official announcement on December 15. Tickets on sale December 19 through Ticketmaster and DineenCup.com.
Historic Mountain Division host
Since the Dineen Cup’s inception, this is the first time the NCDC championship has been
hosted in the Mountain Division and in the western United States.
Mountain America Center
Modern arena setting in Eastern Idaho with full event amenities for a full weekend of hockey.
Schedule & Format
April 22–28, 2026 • All Times MDTAll Dineen Cup Championship games will be played at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho. The 2026 event will feature a double-elimination format to determine the NCDC champion.
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April 24, 2026
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April 25, 2026
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April 26, 2026
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April 27, 2026
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April 28, 2026
*The Mountain Division representative in Game 1 will be either the Mountain Division champion if the Idaho Falls Spud Kings do not win the division, or the Mountain Division finalist if the host Spud Kings are division champions.
Venue & Fan Info
Plan Your VisitThe 2026 Dineen Cup Championships will be hosted at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls, Idaho. This community venue opened in 2022 and has quickly become Eastern Idaho’s gateway for live entertainment.
- Venue: Mountain America Center, Idaho Falls, Idaho
- Event space: 27,000 sq. ft. of arena event space plus 11,000 sq. ft. of meeting space
- Capacity: Up to 6,000 guests, depending on event configuration
- Home venue of the Idaho Falls Spud Kings (USPHL Junior A)
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Are tickets sold by day or by game?Tickets are sold as day passes. Each day pass includes all games played that day on the championship bracket.
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Will specific teams and matchups be listed before I buy?Matchups and game times will be updated as teams advance through the NCDC playoffs. Check back for bracket updates and daily schedules once available.
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Is this a neutral NCDC event?Yes. The Dineen Cup Championships are an NCDC-sanctioned, league-branded event hosted in Idaho Falls. The focus is on the league and its players, welcoming fans from across all NCDC organizations.
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How will I receive my tickets?Ticket delivery options (mobile, print-at-home, or will call) will be provided by Ticketmaster during the purchase process.
2026 Dineen Cup Championship Bracket
Four teams compete in a double-elimination format to crown the 2026 NCDC Dineen Cup Champion. Team names and logos will be updated as clubs qualify through the NCDC playoffs.
Opening Round – April 24
Game 1 • 2:00 PM MDT
Atlantic Champion vs. Mountain Representative*
Atlantic
Atlantic Champion
Mountain
Mountain Division Representative*
Game 2 • 7:00 PM MDT
New England Champion vs. Idaho Falls Spud Kings
New England
New England Champion
Host
Idaho Falls Spud Kings
Elimination & Advancement
Game 3 • April 25 • 2:00 PM MDT
0–1 vs. 0–1 • Elimination
0–1
Loser Game 1
0–1
Loser Game 2
Game 4 • April 25 • 7:00 PM MDT
1–0 vs. 1–0 • Winner To Final
1–0
Winner Game 1
1–0
Winner Game 2
Game 5 • April 26 • 7:00 PM MDT
Elimination / Winner To Final
1–1
Winner Game 3
1–1
Loser Game 4
Dineen Cup Finals
Final #1 • April 27 • 7:00 PM MDT
2–1 vs. 2–0
2–1
Winner Game 5
2–0
Winner Game 4
Final #2 (If Necessary) • April 28 • 7:00 PM MDT
3–1 vs. 2–1
3–1
Loser Final #1
2–1
Winner Final #1
*Mountain Division representative depends on playoff results. Bracket will update as teams advance.
Plan Your Trip To Idaho Falls
Travel & StayIdaho Falls is the gateway to outdoor adventure in Eastern Idaho and the home of the Mountain America Center. Fans traveling for the 2026 Dineen Cup Championships can enjoy a full weekend of hockey along with great dining, lodging, and recreation options.
- Visitor Information: Explore local attractions, things to do, dining, and upcoming events at VisitIdaho.org .
- Where To Stay: Browse Idaho Falls hotel options and lodging recommendations at Visit Idaho – Places to Stay .
- Team Hotel Blocks: Preferred hotel block information for each participating team will be added here as soon as it is made available.
- Travel Tips: The Mountain America Center is located just minutes from I-15, close to dining districts, hotels, and the Idaho Falls River Walk.
More travel details will be added as the event approaches. Check back for updated team hotel blocks, fan meetups, and local event information.