U20 International Hockey Exhibition Games Coming to Moncton and Charlottetown 2024-10-23

Team Slovakia vs. Team Germany

Hockey enthusiasts in Atlantic Canada are set to experience thrilling men’s U20 international action this December as Team Slovakia and Team Germany face off in two separate exhibition games taking place in Moncton and Charlottetown. Building on the tremendous success of hosting the 2023 IIHF World Juniors in Moncton and Halifax, these matches will see Team Slovakia and Team Germany preparing for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships, set to take place in Ottawa from Dec. 26 to Jan. 5.

Schedule:

  • Charlottetown, PEI
    • Date & Time: Thursday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m.
    • Venue: Eastlink Centre
  • Moncton, NB
    • Date & Time: Sunday, Dec. 15, at 2 p.m.
    • Venue: Avenir Centre

These exhibition games provide a unique opportunity for fans to witness the rising stars of international junior hockey as Team Germany and Team Slovakia showcase their skills in preparation for the upcoming World Juniors. The events promise high-energy gameplay and are expected to draw large crowds, continuing the region's strong tradition of hosting premier hockey events.

After the incredible experience of hosting the 2023 World Juniors, Moncton is thrilled to welcome back world-class hockey to the city. 

“Team Slovakia played in Moncton as part of Pool B and quickly won the hearts of local fans with their talent and determination. It’s exciting to see them return to face Team Germany, and we expect the same enthusiastic support from our community. These exhibition games are a great opportunity to continue the passion for junior hockey in Moncton as we continue to build on our city’s growing legacy of hosting major international events,” says Bill Whalen, Co-Chair of the Events Moncton Committee.

 

Ticket Information

  • Tickets for both the Moncton and Charlottetown games are $30 per ticket (all fees and taxes included). Special offers apply to seniors, youth and families. 
  • Tickets will be available for purchase as of Thursday, Oct. 24 at 11 a.m. (AT) at avenircentre.com (Moncton) and eastlinkcentrepei.com (Charlottetown).

Funding support for the exhibition games is being provided by the City of Charlottetown (SCORE), Tourism PEI and Events Moncton.


Quotes

"We look forward to returning to Moncton and playing in Charlottetown. We view these as important games in preparation for the World Juniors." – on behalf of Team Slovakia U20 World Junior Team

"This is a great opportunity for us to prepare for the World Juniors. Our hockey program has continued to grow and we look forward to the next event." – on behalf of Team Germany U20 World Junior Team
 


Information:

City of Moncton
Communications Department 
communications@moncton.ca

 

Carly Mayhew
Marketing and Communications Manager, Eastlink Centre Charlottetown
marketing@eastlinkcentrepei.com
647-206-0259
 

Category: Events