U SPORTS partners with Bladetech to support men’s and women’s hockey championships
U SPORTS is pleased to announce a new partnership with Bladetech Hockey, a homegrown Canadian innovator in high-performance hockey equipment.
As part of the agreement, Bladetech Hockey will provide custom Player of the Game prizing at both the Men’s and Women’s national championships; recognizing standout performances on the ice while reinforcing the connection between elite university hockey and Canadian-made innovation.
Bladetech Hockey is also providing U SPORTS with a preferred pricing program to help high level athletes access high performance equipment at competitive prices. The partnership highlights Bladetech’ s commitment to advancing performance through cutting-edge skate blade and hockey stick technology.
This partnership solidifies a performance-driven relationship, aligning with the competitive excellence showcased within the U SPORTS hockey program.
Founded in Canada, Bladetech Hockey is an established leader in hockey innovation, combining advanced materials, precision engineering and athlete-focused design. Its products are trusted by players at the highest level of the game, with a focus on speed, durability and consistency on the ice.
This partnership will be showcased nationally from March 19–22 at the 2026 U SPORTS University Cup at Halifax’s Scotiabank Centre, hosted by the Saint Mary’s University Huskies, and the 2026 U SPORTS Women’s Hockey Championship at the Woolwich Memorial Centre in Elmira, Ontario, hosted by the University of Waterloo Warriors.
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“This partnership reflects U SPORTS’ commitment to working with Canadian companies that share its values of innovation, performance and athlete development. By aligning with Bladetech Hockey, U SPORTS continues to enhance the championship experience while spotlighting Canadian brands that are shaping the future of the sport.” – Pierre Arsenault, Chief Executive Officer, U SPORTS.
“Bladetech Hockey is proud to partner with U SPORTS and support their elite athletes in performing at the highest level. The Bladetech vision was born while I attended the University of Waterloo; I was fortunate to have the assistance from many high-level athletes, who provided critical feedback to my designs. It makes perfect sense to give back to the programs that helped us succeed in our early beginnings. In fact, it’s long overdue and we are excited to grow together.” – Jeffrey Azzolin, President, Bladetech Hockey.