Central States Developmental Hockey League

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Established in 1999, the Central States Developmental Hockey League (CSDHL) is a competitive league organized for elite Tier II ice hockey teams within Illinois and the Central States region. It is sanctioned by USA Hockey. [1] Often referred to as the best AA league in North America, the CSDHL offers competitive travel hockey at the Midget, Bantam, Pee Wee, and Squirt levels. [2]

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References

  1. "CSDHL Handbook" (PDF). CSHDL. 7 October 2013. Archived from the original (PDF) on 4 January 2015.
  2. "League Info - CSDHL". MYhockey. Retrieved 4 January 2015.