Spring Fling 2026
Northern Berkshire Youth Hockey League is so excited to announce our annual Spring Fling tournament.
February 27 – March 1, 2026
10U B&C and 12U B&C
March 13 – 15, 2026
8U B&C and 18U B
For more information, visit our Spring Fling tournament page. Please visit the link below:
Questions, contact: nbyhlblackbears@gmail.com
Learn to Skate and Play Program
NBYHL has open registration for our Learn to Skate and Learn to Play programs. These programs both take place on Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am, starting on November 1 and lasting until the weekend in February. The program will end with the players showcasing their skills at our annual Spring Fling tournament in March.
It is a co-ed program open to individuals aged 4 to 10 years old.
Learn to Skate
Skating is the very first step in learning the essential skill needed to play hockey. This program is for children who have never skated before or who have limited skating experience. The coaching staff will evaluate players, and once they have developed their skating skills, players will progress to our Learn to Play program.
Learn to Play
The Learn to Play program is designed for young players seeking to enhance their skating skills and gain a deeper understanding of the game of hockey. This program will focus on developing skating skills and basic hockey skills, including stick handling, passing, and shooting.
Use the link below to sign up.
Question: email us at nbyhlblackbears@gmail.com.
Youth Hockey Equipment Drive
LET’S FILL THE CLOSET!
The Northern Berkshire Black Bears are hosting a Youth Hockey Equipment Drive—and we need YOUR help to gear up the next generation of players!
We’re collecting youth and junior-sized gear in good condition to support local families and keep our rink buzzing with energy and opportunity.
Drop-off Location: Peter Foote Rink - North Adams
Look for the designated bin next to the concession stand
Whether it’s skates, sticks, pads, or helmets—every donation helps build confidence, community, and a love for the game. Let’s make sure no kid sits out because they don’t have the gear.
Thank you for supporting our league and this community.
Northern Berkshire Youth Hockey
Since 1969 Northern Berkshire Youth Hockey (NBYHL) has been a league that has promoted and developed the game of hockey among the youth of Northern Berkshire County, Massachusetts, and Southern Vermont. Our league has travel teams (Black Bears) for boys and girls from age 6 through high school. We also boast a learn to skate and learn to play program for ages 4-10.
The purpose of the league is to provide the best available instruction in order to teach the game of hockey, stress the importance of physical fitness, and provide the core values of USA Hockey: sportsmanship; respect for the individual; integrity; pursuit of excellence as an individual, team, and organization; enjoyment; loyalty; and teamwork.
Northern Berkshire Youth Hockey
General Questions
By Email:
nbyhlblackbears@gmail.com
By Mail:
Post Office Box 995
North Adams, MA 01247-0995
Scheduling Questions
scheduler.nbyhl@gmail.com
