Professional Hockey
Victor Plante – 2nd Round NHL Draft
Congratulations to Victor Plante on being selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the 2nd Round (47th Overall) of the 2026 NHL Draft. Victor has earned this opportunity through years of dedication, relentless work ethic, and a passion for the game. We couldn’t be prouder to see him take this next step and join the…
Read MoreJack Hextall – NHL 1st Round Draft
Congratulations to Chicago Mission alum Jack Hextall on being selected by the Calgary Flames in the 1st Round (30th Overall) of the 2026 NHL Draft! Jack’s selection is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence throughout his hockey journey. We are incredibly proud to have been a part of his development…
Read MoreNHL Development Camps | Mission Alumni
The Chicago Mission is proud to celebrate these alumni who have earned invitations to NHL Player Development Camps this summer. Congratulations on reaching another milestone in your hockey journey—we’re excited to see what’s next! Lincoln Krizizke – Boston Bruins Jack Hextall – Calgary Flames Brennan Ali – Detroit Red Wings Jack Phelan – Detroit Red Wings Victor Plante –…
Read MoreABBEY MURPHY selected 2nd Overall in the 2026 PWHL Draft
Congratulations to Mission Alum ABBEY MURPHY on being selected 2nd Overall in the 2026 PWHL Draft by the Seattle Torrent! Abbey continues to make Chicago Mission proud as she takes the next step in her hockey journey. From her days wearing the Mission jersey to becoming one of the top players in the game, her…
Read MoreNHL Central Scouting’s Final 2026 NHL Draft Rankings
Congratulations to our Chicago Mission alumni named to the NHL Central Scouting’s Final 2026 NHL Draft Rankings! Jack Hextall Victor Plante Kalder Varga Lincoln Krizizke The entire Mission family is proud of these players’ continued development and recognition at the national level. Your hard work and dedication set the standard for excellence on and off…
Read MoreElla Huber ‘Loved Every Second’ Of Her Illinois Hockey Career
Now Playing In PWHL, Ella Huber ‘Loved Every Second’ Of Her Illinois Hockey Career By Ross Forman – AHAI Ella Huber brings quite the resume to this, her rookie season in the Professional Women’s Hockey League, as a forward for the Boston Fleet. She was a five-time Illinois state champion, primarily for the Chicago Mission,…
Read MoreKendall Coyne Schofield and Abbey Murphy Captured Gold
The Chicago Mission is celebrating an incredible Olympic achievement as Kendall Coyne Schofield and Abbey Murphy captured gold with Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Coyne Schofield is golden once again, earning her second Olympic gold medal and fourth Olympic medal overall as Team USA rallied to edge Canada, 2–1, on February 19 in…
Read MoreMission Coach Signs With Bison
Mission Boys 14U coach Garret Sparks Signs With Bison News release: Bloomington Bison Bloomington, Ill. – Bloomington Bison Head Coach and VP of Hockey Operations, Phillip Barski, announced today that former NHL goaltender and AHL Champion Garret Sparks has signed a Standard Player Contract with the team. Sparks, 32, joined the Bison as an emergency…
Read MoreCentral Scouting Midterm Rankings Released for the 2026 NHL Draft
NHL Central Scouting has announced its midterm rankings for North American skaters ahead of the 2026 NHL Draft, and several Chicago Mission players have earned recognition. Chicago Mission players to watch: #33 Jack Hextall #36 Victor Plante #139 Lincoln Krizizke #164 Kalder Varga Congratulations to these athletes on being recognized among the top North American…
Read MoreCoyne-Schofield and Murphy to represent Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics
Congratulations to Mission’s own Kendall Coyne Schofield and Abbey Murphy on being selected to the U.S. Women’s Olympic Hockey Team, competing in Milan-Cortina, Italy this February. We are incredibly proud of both athletes and all they represent for the Chicago Mission. Your dedication, leadership, and commitment to excellence continue to inspire the next generation of…
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