GREAT LAKES CLASSIC
- Gender: Male & Female
- Dates: May 15-17, 2026
- Age: Girls U19-U10 | Boys U18-U8
- Location: Detroit, MI
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Female Event
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Division
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Division
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Female Force Series
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Male Event
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Takeover Series
Event Details
The GLC hosts boys and girls teams from across North America.
The Great Lakes Classic Tournament is a 4-game guaranteed Spring Tournament filled with Girls and Boys AAA and AA teams. Get ready for some great competition on the ice and the attractions that Metro Detroit will bring your way.
Boys Premier (Tier 1)
2018 - 2012 Birth Years
Boys Performance (Tier 1, Tier 2)
2018 - U18 Birth Years
Boys Foundation (Middle to low Tier 2)
2018 - U18 Birth Years
Girls Premier (Tier 1)
Girls 10U (17/16 birth years)
Girls 12U (15/14 birth years)
Girls 14U (13/12 birth years)
Girls 16U (11/10 birth years)
Girls 19U (09/08/07 birth years)
Girls Performance (Tier 2)
Girls 10U (17/16 birth years)
Girls 10U (17/16 birth years)
Girls 12U (15/14 birth years)
Girls 14U (13/12 birth years)
Girls 16U (11/10 birth years)
Girls 19U (09/08/07 birth years)
Girls 14U (13/12 birth years)
Girls 16U (11/10 birth years)
Girls 19U (09/08/07 birth years)
**Teams traveling from out of town will begin play on Friday when possible.**
- 4-game guarantee - plus playoff advancement games
- Team Banner for 1st - 2nd place teams
- Player awards for 1st and 2nd place teams
- Checking at the 2013 age level and older
- No gate fees! Free admission for all spectators
- Free Tournament Mobile App
- USA Hockey Sanctioned
Multi team discount - $100/team
Canadian discount - $200/team
Schedules
Hotels
STAY to PLAY Requirement:
Please note that all travelling teams and parents are required to book their accommodations through our designated partner hotels on EventConnect to ensure a smooth tournament experience. This is a Stay to Play event, and any team or parent who does not comply will incur a penalty. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in supporting our tournament's logistics. You will receive the hotel options/booking link shortly after registration. If you do not receive this, please email hotels@playhockey.com or call us at Dylan (431)814-6953 Adelle
Arenas
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Eddie Edgar Ice Arena
33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI
Livonia, MI 48154
Get Directions
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Farmington Hills Ice Arena
35500 Eight Mile Rd
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Get Directions
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Suburban Ice Rochester
52999 Dequindre Rd,
Rochester, MI 48307
Get Directions
Rules
- Rules
● NO TOURNAMENT OFFICIAL has the right to change a score sheet or reverse a
call from a referee. Once the game is over the score sheet is FINAL.
● Minor penalties - 1:30 Min
● Game misconduct - Player will be ejected for the remainder of that game plus
his/ her next scheduled game.
● Running time will be in effect during the 3rd period, only when a team is winning
by 5 goals. Stop time will resume once the score is within 2 goals.
● No timeouts are permitted in preliminary rounds.
● One 30-second timeout is permitted in semis and finals
● Players and coaches should report to the arena at least one hour prior to each
game.
● A maximum of four team officials may be on the player's bench at one time.
● A maximum of 20 skaters/goalies can be rostered for each game. Players must
play in a minimum of 2 round robin games to be eligible to play in advancement
games.
● The home team will wear white jerseys and visitors wear dark.
SCORING RULES
● All divisions will be scored 2 points for a win, 1 point for a tie, 0 points for a loss.
● Any forfeited games will be recorded as a 3-0 score. Any forfeited games
affecting another team's playoff status, may be reviewed by the tournament
director to determine which teams advance beyond preliminary round play. Use
of ineligible players will disqualify a team from the tournament.
● All games played by a disqualified team will be forfeited. No money will be
refunded.
● Scores will be posted with a goal differential no greater than 7. Example - 10 -1
game will be scored as 8 - 1.
GAME FORMAT
● All divisions will get a 3 minute warm-up.
● U10 Girls Division - 3 x 13 min stop time periods
● U12 Girls Division - 3 x 13 min stop time periods
● U14 Girls Division - 3 x 14 min stop time periods
● U16 Girls Division - 3 x 15 min stop time periods
● U19 Girls Division - 3 x 15 min stop time periods
● 2014 Boys Division - 3 x 13 min stop time periods
● 2012 Boys Division - 3 x 14 min stop time periods
● U16 Boys Division - 3 x 15 min stop time periods (cut after 2nd period).
TIEBREAKER RULES FOR ROUND ROBIN PLAY
If 2 teams are tied in points, the following order applies to determine the ranking of the
teams.
● Head-to-Head Competition - Winner
● Most wins
● Goal Differential - Goals for minus goals against
● Scoring quotient - Goals for divided by total goals
○ Team Blue Advances
○ Example - Team Blue - 12 GF, 8 GA. 12 GF / 20 Total Goals = 0.6 Team
Red - 10 GF, 8 GA. 10 GF / 18 Total Goals = 0.55
● Least goals against
● Coin Flip - Conducted by the tournament director and team officials.
If 3 or more teams are tied in points, the following order applies to determine the ranking
of teams. If at any point, a tiebreaker establishes a position for one or more teams, each
team is placed in its applicable position. If two teams remain tied after this is done,
these two tied teams shall be seeded by starting the process for two (2) tied teams
tiebreaker above.
● Most Wins
● Goal Differential - Goals for minus goals against
● Scoring quotient - Goals for divided by total goals
○ Team Blue Advances
○ Example - Team Blue - 12 GF, 8 GA. 12 GF / 20 Total Goals = 0.6 Team
Red - 10 GF, 8 GA. 10 GF / 18 Total Goals = 0.55
● Least goals against
*EXAMPLE: Team A, B, C, and D all are tied with 6 points. The first tiebreaker in this
example would be #3 Best goal differential formula. Team A wins that, so then it resets
to 3 teams tied with 6 points. Then, apply the best goal differential formula again, and
Team B wins. Then, the last two teams would go to #2 if applicable, if not, then the
process would proceed according to the tiebreakers #3 through #6.
OVERTIME PROCEDURES FOR SEMI AND FINAL GAMES
In the event a Quarter, Semi or Final game should end in a tie, the tie will be broken in
the following manner:
1. Overtime will be played during Semi and Final games only.
2. 5-minute sudden death (4 on 4)
3. 3-player shootout.
4. Sudden death shootout (both teams get to shoot each round).
5. For Shootouts, the home team has a choice of who shoots first. 1. After the first 3
players from each team shoot if teams are still tied you can repeat any shooter
as many times as you would like.
OFFICIALS
● A zero tolerance for verbal abuse is in effect and will be enforced for all team
officials, players, and spectators.
● Appropriate penalties will be assessed for disputing or arguing a decision of the
officials, any visual demonstration of dissatisfaction, or for the use of obscene or
vulgar language to anyone at any time during the tournament.
● The tournament director reserves the right to be the final decision maker for
rulings outside of the officials.
Things To Do
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Detroit Professional Sports
Get out to one of Detroits Professional Sports Teams; Detroit Red Wings (NHL), Pistons (NBA), Lions (NFL), Tigers (MLB)See More -
Detroit Zoo
The Zoo is the place to be! Check out the animals, live shows, special exhibits and more!See More -
Detroit Riverwalk
A breath of fresh air! Enjoy Detroit's Riverwalk path that overlooks the water and the city.See More
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Event Details
The GLC hosts boys and girls teams from across North America.
The Great Lakes Classic Tournament is a 4-game guaranteed Spring Tournament filled with Girls and Boys AAA and AA teams. Get ready for some great competition on the ice and the attractions that Metro Detroit will bring your way.
Boys Premier (Tier 1)
2018 - 2012 Birth Years
Boys Performance (Tier 1, Tier 2)
2018 - U18 Birth Years
Boys Foundation (Middle to low Tier 2)
2018 - U18 Birth Years
Girls Premier (Tier 1)
Girls 10U (17/16 birth years)
Girls 12U (15/14 birth years)
Girls 14U (13/12 birth years)
Girls 16U (11/10 birth years)
Girls 19U (09/08/07 birth years)
Girls Performance (Tier 2)
Girls 10U (17/16 birth years)
Girls 10U (17/16 birth years)
Girls 12U (15/14 birth years)
Girls 14U (13/12 birth years)
Girls 16U (11/10 birth years)
Girls 19U (09/08/07 birth years)
Girls 14U (13/12 birth years)
Girls 16U (11/10 birth years)
Girls 19U (09/08/07 birth years)
**Teams traveling from out of town will begin play on Friday when possible.**
- 4-game guarantee - plus playoff advancement games
- Team Banner for 1st - 2nd place teams
- Player awards for 1st and 2nd place teams
- Checking at the 2013 age level and older
- No gate fees! Free admission for all spectators
- Free Tournament Mobile App
- USA Hockey Sanctioned
Multi team discount - $100/team
Canadian discount - $200/team
Schedules
Hotels
STAY to PLAY Requirement:
Please note that all travelling teams and parents are required to book their accommodations through our designated partner hotels on EventConnect to ensure a smooth tournament experience. This is a Stay to Play event, and any team or parent who does not comply will incur a penalty. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in supporting our tournament's logistics. You will receive the hotel options/booking link shortly after registration. If you do not receive this, please email hotels@playhockey.com or call us at Dylan (431)814-6953 Adelle
Arenas
-
Eddie Edgar Ice Arena
33841 Lyndon, Livonia, MI
Livonia, MI 48154
Get Directions
-
Farmington Hills Ice Arena
35500 Eight Mile Rd
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Get Directions
-
Suburban Ice Rochester
52999 Dequindre Rd,
Rochester, MI 48307
Get Directions
Rules
- Rules
● NO TOURNAMENT OFFICIAL has the right to change a score sheet or reverse a
call from a referee. Once the game is over the score sheet is FINAL.
● Minor penalties - 1:30 Min
● Game misconduct - Player will be ejected for the remainder of that game plus
his/ her next scheduled game.
● Running time will be in effect during the 3rd period, only when a team is winning
by 5 goals. Stop time will resume once the score is within 2 goals.
● No timeouts are permitted in preliminary rounds.
● One 30-second timeout is permitted in semis and finals
● Players and coaches should report to the arena at least one hour prior to each
game.
● A maximum of four team officials may be on the player's bench at one time.
● A maximum of 20 skaters/goalies can be rostered for each game. Players must
play in a minimum of 2 round robin games to be eligible to play in advancement
games.
● The home team will wear white jerseys and visitors wear dark.
SCORING RULES
● All divisions will be scored 2 points for a win, 1 point for a tie, 0 points for a loss.
● Any forfeited games will be recorded as a 3-0 score. Any forfeited games
affecting another team's playoff status, may be reviewed by the tournament
director to determine which teams advance beyond preliminary round play. Use
of ineligible players will disqualify a team from the tournament.
● All games played by a disqualified team will be forfeited. No money will be
refunded.
● Scores will be posted with a goal differential no greater than 7. Example - 10 -1
game will be scored as 8 - 1.
GAME FORMAT
● All divisions will get a 3 minute warm-up.
● U10 Girls Division - 3 x 13 min stop time periods
● U12 Girls Division - 3 x 13 min stop time periods
● U14 Girls Division - 3 x 14 min stop time periods
● U16 Girls Division - 3 x 15 min stop time periods
● U19 Girls Division - 3 x 15 min stop time periods
● 2014 Boys Division - 3 x 13 min stop time periods
● 2012 Boys Division - 3 x 14 min stop time periods
● U16 Boys Division - 3 x 15 min stop time periods (cut after 2nd period).
TIEBREAKER RULES FOR ROUND ROBIN PLAY
If 2 teams are tied in points, the following order applies to determine the ranking of the
teams.
● Head-to-Head Competition - Winner
● Most wins
● Goal Differential - Goals for minus goals against
● Scoring quotient - Goals for divided by total goals
○ Team Blue Advances
○ Example - Team Blue - 12 GF, 8 GA. 12 GF / 20 Total Goals = 0.6 Team
Red - 10 GF, 8 GA. 10 GF / 18 Total Goals = 0.55
● Least goals against
● Coin Flip - Conducted by the tournament director and team officials.
If 3 or more teams are tied in points, the following order applies to determine the ranking
of teams. If at any point, a tiebreaker establishes a position for one or more teams, each
team is placed in its applicable position. If two teams remain tied after this is done,
these two tied teams shall be seeded by starting the process for two (2) tied teams
tiebreaker above.
● Most Wins
● Goal Differential - Goals for minus goals against
● Scoring quotient - Goals for divided by total goals
○ Team Blue Advances
○ Example - Team Blue - 12 GF, 8 GA. 12 GF / 20 Total Goals = 0.6 Team
Red - 10 GF, 8 GA. 10 GF / 18 Total Goals = 0.55
● Least goals against
*EXAMPLE: Team A, B, C, and D all are tied with 6 points. The first tiebreaker in this
example would be #3 Best goal differential formula. Team A wins that, so then it resets
to 3 teams tied with 6 points. Then, apply the best goal differential formula again, and
Team B wins. Then, the last two teams would go to #2 if applicable, if not, then the
process would proceed according to the tiebreakers #3 through #6.
OVERTIME PROCEDURES FOR SEMI AND FINAL GAMES
In the event a Quarter, Semi or Final game should end in a tie, the tie will be broken in
the following manner:
1. Overtime will be played during Semi and Final games only.
2. 5-minute sudden death (4 on 4)
3. 3-player shootout.
4. Sudden death shootout (both teams get to shoot each round).
5. For Shootouts, the home team has a choice of who shoots first. 1. After the first 3
players from each team shoot if teams are still tied you can repeat any shooter
as many times as you would like.
OFFICIALS
● A zero tolerance for verbal abuse is in effect and will be enforced for all team
officials, players, and spectators.
● Appropriate penalties will be assessed for disputing or arguing a decision of the
officials, any visual demonstration of dissatisfaction, or for the use of obscene or
vulgar language to anyone at any time during the tournament.
● The tournament director reserves the right to be the final decision maker for
rulings outside of the officials.
Things To Do
-
Detroit Professional Sports
Get out to one of Detroits Professional Sports Teams; Detroit Red Wings (NHL), Pistons (NBA), Lions (NFL), Tigers (MLB)See More -
Detroit Zoo
The Zoo is the place to be! Check out the animals, live shows, special exhibits and more!See More -
Detroit Riverwalk
A breath of fresh air! Enjoy Detroit's Riverwalk path that overlooks the water and the city.See More