ALPS HOCKEY CUP
ZELL AM SEE. AUSTRIA. 2027
HOCKEYTION
THIS IS
Play hockey, enjoy summer and make memories that go far beyond the rink.
The ALPS HOCKEY CUP combines international youth hockey with lake days, mountains, teammates and family time in one of the most beautiful places in the Alps. Come for the competition. Stay for the summer.
YOUR TEAM. YOUR SUMMER. YOUR HOCKEYTION.
Birth years 2013 & 2014
JULY 10–13
HOCKEY & VACATION
Birth years 2015 & 2016
JULY 14–17
FOUR DAYS.
FIVE GAMES.
LOTS OF SKILLS
DAY 01: ARRIVE & COME TOGETHER
WELCOME TO ZELL AM SEE!
The ALPS HOCKEY CUP begins. Every team plays its first game before players, coaches and families come together for the Welcome Party.
DAY 02: FULL TOURNAMENT DAY
GAME ON.
The busiest day on the ice. Every team plays two games as the tournament takes shape and every point starts to matter. Special: Skills Competition in the evening.
DAY 03: PLAY & EXPLORE
PLAY. PLACE. PERFORM.
One more tournament game, followed by organized holiday activities and time to experience Zell am See beyond the rink.
DAY 04: ONE LAST GAME
FINALS DAY
Everything leads here. The final games decide the tournament. One last time on the ice, one last game with the team and one last chance to finish the Hockeytion on a high.
Zell am See
A Cool Spot for Summer Hockey
Zell am See brings hockey to a whole new level – fast-paced games meet chill lake vibes and stunning mountain views. It’s fresh, fun, and made for summer.
Where Hockey meets the Alps
A unique location between lake and peaks – perfect for a summer tournament full of energy, nature, and unforgettable moments.
Bernd Brückler
Tournament Director
Former professional goaltender with an international career in Finland, Russia, and North America, Bernd Brückler is the mastermind behind the WHC and now the new Alps Hockey Cup. With his passion for the game and visionary mindset, he brings top-level junior hockey to stunning locations – like Zell am See.
Luka Gracnar
Head of Tournament Operations
Former Slovenian national team goaltender and ex-pro, Luka Gračnar is a key part of the Alps Hockey Cup organization. Now a coach at the Red Bull Academy, he brings pro standards to the tournament and keeps the team side running smoothly — from the first contact and pre-tournament planning to day-to-day coordination on site.
Lisa Gutlederer
Head of Administration
The organizational powerhouse behind the AHC. Known for her legendary lists and unmatched attention to detail, Lisa keeps everything running smoothly – on time, on point, and always with a smile. Simply the best.
Wolfgang Gärtner
Schedule Architect & Stats Master
The quiet force behind the numbers. Wolfgang designs all game schedules and tracks every stat with precision. His work starts months before the puck drops – always calm, always in control, always one step ahead.