Gateway to Worlds Returns July 3–5, 2026
The road to Worlds runs through Niagara — and Gateway to Worlds is back!
Mark your calendars for July 3–5, 2026 at the Ballhockey.com Canal Rinks in St. Catharines for one of our most competitive tournaments of the summer. With championship hardware, cash on the line, and a direct path to the World Outdoor Ball Hockey Championships, this is a weekend you don’t want to miss.
Divisions: Men’s B, Men’s C, Men’s D, Co-ed Open, and Women’s Open
Division Caps: Men’s B (8), Men’s C (8), Men’s D (10), Co-ed Open (6), Women’s Open (4)
Team Fee: $750 + tax ($200 deposit secures your spot)
Roster: Up to 20 players per team (including goalies)
Prizing That Means Business:
- Division champions earn a full team entry into their 2026 WOBHC division
- Finalists get 25% of their WOBHC entry covered
- Each division winner takes home a $1,500 cash prize
- Hit 8+ teams in a division and that cash prize jumps to $2,250
Registration opens May 4, 2026 — and with limited spots in every division, they’re going to move fast. Lock in your squad early.
Key Deadlines:
- Team Registration: June 24, 2026
- Roster Deadline: June 29, 2026
Full event details and registration: ballhockey.com/gateway
See you at Niagara’s Home of Ball Hockey.
