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The USA Hockey National Team Development Program (NTDP) is the cornerstone of American junior hockey development. Founded in 1996 by USA Hockey and based at the USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan since 2015, the NTDP focuses on player development over wins and losses, cultivating the future stars of Team USA and the NHL. With two squads—the U.S. National Under-17 Team and the U.S. National Under-18 Team—the program competes in the USHL and participates in international events, helping shape generations of elite skaters and leaders.
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We’ve got you covered for NTDP tickets, including 2025-26 schedules, venue details, and convenient options to secure your seats for exciting junior hockey action at USA Hockey Arena and across USHL arenas. Follow the official channels for the latest updates and connect with the program’s rising alumni on social media.
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Key NTDP milestones include a long track record of alumni succeeding at the highest levels. As of the 2024-25 season, 408 NTDP alumni have been drafted by the NHL, featuring first-overall picks such as Auston Matthews, Patrick Kane, Erik Johnson, Rick DiPietro, and Jack Hughes. In recent years, NTDP players have helped Team USA win multiple IIHF World Junior Championships, including the gold medal in 2025. The 2025-26 schedule expands the program’s footprint with 24 U18 USHL games, 38 U17 USHL games, 18 Kroger College Series games for the U18 (six at USA Hockey Arena), and a total 62-game USHL slate. Individual game tickets go on sale later this summer, with group, flex, suite, and season options available through the USA Hockey Arena box office.
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For the latest news and behind-the-scenes access, follow NTDP on social media: @USAHockeyNTDP and @usahockeyntdp.
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We’re here to help you secure your seats and plan your NTDP experience—whether you’re a die-hard hockey fan, a collector of junior hockey memories, or looking to bring a group to a game, we’ve got you covered.
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Quick Facts About USA Hockey National Team Development Program
- Founded in 1996 by USA Hockey; moved to USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan in 2015.
- Two squads: U.S. National Under-17 Team and U.S. National Under-18 Team; development focus over wins/losses.
- NTDP teams compete in the USHL; U18 also plays NCAA and international events; U17 plays USHL and international events.
- Total NTDP alumni drafted by the NHL: 408 (as of 2024-25 season); includes multiple first overall picks (e.g., Auston Matthews, Patrick Kane, Erik Johnson, Rick DiPietro, Jack Hughes).
- Major recent achievements include gold medals at the IIHF World Junior Championship (WJC) in 2025 and prior years; NTDP players routinely contribute to Team USA at junior and senior levels.
- 2025-26 schedule announced: U18s in 24 USHL games and U17s in 38 USHL games; 18 Kroger College Series games for U18 (six at USA Hockey Arena); 62-game USHL slate overall.
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The USA Hockey National Team Development Program (NTDP) was launched in 1996. The NTDP is based in Plymouth, Michigan, with USA Hockey Arena serving as its home venue. The program consists of two squads: the U.S. National Under-17 and Under-18 Teams. The Under-17 Team competes in the United States Hockey League (USHL). The Under-18 Team plays a schedule that includes games against NCAA Division I and Division III opponents. Both teams participate in three international events annually. [1] [2]
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The NTDP teams face a rigorous domestic schedule, including competition against older, more developed players. The Under-17 Team plays the majority of a 62-game junior schedule in the USHL against opponents aged 17-20. The Under-18 Team plays about 25 games in the USHL and additional games against NCAA Division I and Division III teams aged 18-24. The NTDP teams play several age-specific international events each year against national teams from around the world. [1]
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