Paisley Blackhawks celebrating their 10th Cup victory in 2023
The highly anticipated recreational summer ice hockey tournaments in Scotland are set to kick off this weekend with the thrilling ‘Cup‘ and ‘Quaich‘ competitions. The Dundee Ice Arena will host the ‘Cup,’ while the Dumfries Ice Bowl will be the venue for the ‘Quaich.’ Each competition starts at 9am, and admission is free for all spectators.
The format for both tournaments will be identical, featuring two pools – Pool A and Pool B. Over the course of two action-packed days, 20 games will take place, with teams from each pool facing off against one another.
On Sunday, the excitement will reach its peak as the winners of each pool clash with the runners-up from the opposing pool in the semi-finals. The two victorious teams from these matches will then compete in the highly anticipated final on Sunday night, battling for the coveted silverware.
This huge weekend of recreational hockey will feature 20 teams from across Scotland, showcasing the depth of talent and passion for the sport in the region.
In the Quaich tournament, Pool A consists of: Dundee Knights, Edinburgh Stingers, Kilmarnock Piranhas, The Mariners and Dundee Wildcats. While Pool B comprises the Glasgow Mustangs B, Moray Tornadoes, Aberdeen Predators, Caledonian Thunder, and The Hawks.
The Cup tournament’s Pool A includes the Edinburgh Lions, Edinburgh Phoenix, Irvine Flyers, Aberdeen North Stars, and Dundee Michelin IHC, while Pool B features the Highlanders IHC, Dumfries Demons, Kirkcaldy Kings, Paisley Blackhawks, and Highland Capitals.
The excitement doesn’t stop there, as two more tournaments are on the horizon. The Scottish Bowl will take place on May 11-12 in Dumfries, followed by the Scottish Plate on May 18-19, also in Dumfries.
Hockey enthusiasts and fans alike are gearing up for an electrifying summer of recreational ice hockey action in Scotland, with fierce competition, camaraderie, and a celebration of the beloved sport. Don’t miss your chance to witness the excitement firsthand – mark your calendars and head to the Dundee Ice Arena or Dumfries Ice Bowl this weekend to support your favorite teams!
| Cup 2024 | Plate 2024 | Quaich 2024 | Bowl 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen NorthStars | Glasgow Mustangs | The Hawks | Belfast Foxes |
| Dumfries Demons | Coatbridge Coyotes | Aberdeen Predators | Highland Caps B |
| Dundee Michelin IHC | Paisley Panthers | Dundee Knights | Coatbridge Redwings |
| Highland Capitals | Dundee Pirates | Moray Tornadoes | Lowland Raiders |
| Edinburgh Phoenix | Glenrothes Cougars | Caledonian Thunder | Hamilton Hawks |
| Highlanders IHC | Paisley Buccaneers | Edinburgh Stingers | Lossiemouth Jets |
| Kirkcaldy Kings | Dundee Devils | Mustangs B | Inverness Hurricanes IHC |
| Irvine Flyers | Stirling Wolves | Dundee Wildcats | 1st Place Qualifier |
| Edinburgh Lions | Edinburgh Knights | The Mariners | 2nd Place Qualifier |
| Paisley Blackhawks | Warriors IHC | Kilmarnock Piranhas | 3rd Place Qualifier |
