Starting Late July 2026 | Tuesday Nights | Ballhockey.com Canal Rinks
Built for the Veterans
This summer, Ballhockey.com is bringing the draft league format to the players who’ve been at it the longest. Introducing the Men’s Over 35 Draft League: a 12-game season plus playoffs, running Tuesday nights starting late July 2026.
Who’s Eligible
This league is open to players who are 35 years of age or older, or who are turning 35 at any point during the 2026 calendar year. That’s it — if you hit 35 by December 31, 2026, you’re in.
Player Interest Submission form closes end of day July 17, 2026.
How It Works
Step 1 — Submit Your Interest: Fill out the interest form below to enter the player pool. Submitting the form does not guarantee you’ll be drafted — it registers your interest and adds you to the draft-eligible pool. No payment is required at this stage. Submit by July 17, 2026.
Step 2 — The Draft: Once enough interest is gathered, a draft will take place and teams will be selected from the full player pool. Drafted players will be notified with their team assignment. More info on the draft process will follow.
Step 3 — Pay & Play: If you’re drafted, your registration fee of $160 + tax is due before the first game of the season. Then it’s 12 games of Tuesday night ball hockey, followed by playoffs.
League at a Glance
| Format | Draft league — individual registration, teams selected by draft |
| Eligibility | 35+ or turning 35 in the 2026 calendar year |
| Season | 12 games + playoffs |
| Game Night | Tuesdays |
| Start Date | Late July 2026 |
| Cost | $160 + tax per player |
| Payment Due | Only if drafted — due before the first game |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I pay when I submit my interest?
No. There is no cost to submit the interest form. Payment is only required if you are selected in the draft, and it’s due before the first game of the season.
What if I submit my interest but don’t get drafted?
Submitting the form enters you into the player pool, but it does not guarantee a roster spot. If you aren’t drafted, you owe nothing.
When do I have until to submit my interest?
The player interest submission form closes end of day July 17, 2026.
I turn 35 in November 2026 — can I play?
Yes. As long as you turn 35 at any point in the 2026 calendar year, you’re eligible for the full season.
When exactly does the season start?
The season begins in late July 2026, with games played on Tuesday nights. The exact start date will be confirmed and communicated to all drafted players.
How will the draft work?
Draft details will be announced once the player pool is set. Drafted players will have until before the first game to complete their registration payment.
Ready to Get Drafted?
Spots in the player pool are open now. Submit your interest below and get yourself into the draft. Be sure to submit your interest by end of day July 17, 2026.
Questions? Contact us at [email protected] or stop by Canal Rinks.