Promote and support our nation’s veterans whom compete in the great sport of hockey.
Veterans Hockey United
Vision Statement
VHU's vision is to unite our nations veterans from coast to coast to compete on the ice at a high levels at large venues and tournaments in the United States and internationally. Mission Statement
Promote and support our nation’s veterans whom compete in the great sport of hockey, meanwhile report on the greater hockey community and culture. All efforts ar
07/12/2026
Are you feeling lucky? We sure are…
We’ve got some HUGE news coming soon. We’re excited about it, but not quite ready to share it with everyone just yet 🤫. Make sure you’re following and have your notifications on so you don’t miss it when we do👀
07/01/2026
🇺🇸 1776 wasn’t built by spectators. Neither is our mission.
This Independence Day, we’re asking our community to make one small gesture with a big impact.
Donate just $17.76 in honor of the year our nation was founded.
Your contribution helps Veterans Hockey United provide tournaments, camaraderie, and a renewed sense of purpose for veterans and active-duty service members through the game we love.
One donation.
One mission.
One team.
🎯 $17.76 for 1776
Because freedom wasn’t free—and neither is ensuring our veterans never fight life’s battles alone.
🇺🇸 Every Dollar. Every Veteran. Every Time.
Donate here:
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06/22/2026
Veterans Hockey United wanted to put out a special appreciation post to our fans and those who have helped our program reach new highs and made our June 20th event special!
Hillary Cervantes Hilary Cervantes NC Photographer for all her glorious photography work!
Mary-Wynn Rogers - Working her b***y off filming content and capturing our players big moments!
Josh Welch - Josh Welch for leading the program to new heights and working hard in moving us, in the right direction.
Stephanie Welch - Giving representation for our program and being the fuel behind our mission.
Zack Mitchell and Will Maley - For their donations to help make our June 20th game such a massive success.
Marie Di Cara - For her beautiful performance of our national anthem.
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Chief Petty Officer Brandon Schram - Announcer, that’s a tough gig to do!
Sam McPhail - Performing America the Beautiful and Scotland the Brave. Thanks again!!
Our additional sponsors
waterweeniesilm Accent Hockey Fortiline Waterworks
Table volunteers - Nikki Lufkin, Fatima Reyes Fatima Reyes, and Nick Benton.
Wives and Girlfriends - Thanks for supporting our habit!
Zeroes - ZEROES Premium Vodka Beverage for their competition and being an absolute gents!
Eastern Carolina Joint First Class Petty Officer Association and 2d Marine Division First Class Petty Officer Association members!
American Legion Post 265 - Commander Steve Shortt for your support and adoration for our program.
Lastly ….. the players of this program!! You all are who make it special for one another.
06/20/2026
Today’s roster and available merchandise!!
Veterans Hockey United
📅 Date: Saturday, June 20th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Wilmington Ice House
(7201 Ogden Business Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411)
🎟 Tickets:
* $10 Adults
* $5 Kids (Ages 5–15)
Tickets available TODAY online and at the door!
https://www.veteranshockeyunited.org/themerch/vhu-vs-zeroes-june-20-2026
06/20/2026
Veterans Hockey United Bad Company vs Zeroes!!! Veterans Hockey United
📅 Date: Saturday, June 20th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Wilmington Ice House
(7201 Ogden Business Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411)
🎟 Tickets:
* $10 Adults
* $5 Kids (Ages 5–15)
Tickets available TODAY online and at the door!
https://www.veteranshockeyunited.org/themerch/vhu-vs-zeroes-june-20-2026
Platinum sponsor Blue Bolt Spirits
Blue Bolt. Get your hands on premium veteran owned whiskey 🥃 today at https://www.blueboltspirits.com
Disclaimer - Veterans Hockey United and Blue Bolt is not affiliated nor represents the US Military or its members. Drink responsibly!
Platinum Sponsor - Lightning Solutions Group
Gold Sponsor ZEROES Premium Vodka Beverage
Zeroes Vodka!!! Zero Sugar, Zero Carbs, Zero Gluten! 100% Delicious! Try the Grape!!!
Disclaimer - Veterans Hockey United and Zeroes Vodka is not affiliated nor represents the US Military or its members. Drink responsibly.
Bronze Sponaors - Accent Hockey waterweeniesilm
Accent Hockey - Get your silky mits on some high quality sticks that your wallet will appreciate! https://accenthockey.com
Water Weenies - Wilmingtons best hotdogs 🌭 in one truck! https://www.waterweeniesilm.com
Maria✨Vocal Alchemist, Sound Healer & Intuitive✨ Today’s National anthem singer.
Maria Di Cara is an Award winning vocalist based in Wilmington, NC. Maria is the founder of ‘Song of the Soul’, where she offers group & private vocal sound healing music experiences, focused on nervous system regulation and self-empowerment. Discover more at www.songofthesoul.net
Veterans Hockey United: Bad Company vs. Zeros Charity Game!
All ticket sales will directly benefit the reconstruction of American Legion Post 265 in Jacksonville, NC, after its building was recently destroyed from in-climate weather.
📅 Date: Saturday, June 20th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Wilmington Ice House
(7201 Ogden Business Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411)
🎟 Tickets:
* $10 Adults
* $5 Kids (Ages 5–15)
Tickets available TODAY online and at the door!
https://www.veteranshockeyunited.org/themerch/vhu-vs-zeroes-june-20-2026
Platinum Sponsor
Blue Bolt Spirits Lightning Solutions Group
Gold Sponsor
ZEROES Premium Vodka Beverage
Bronze Sponsors
Accent Hockey waterweeniesilm Fortiline Waterworks
06/18/2026
⚓️ HAPPY 128TH BIRTHDAY, HOSPITAL CORPS! ⚓️
Since June 17, 1898, Hospital Corpsmen have been doing what nobody else wants to do:
🏥 Running toward the chaos.
💉 Keeping Marines alive.
🩹 Fixing what bad decisions break.
🍻 Listening to stories that start with “Doc, watch this…”
🌡️ When you can’t do it yourself and need us the least!
From the beaches of distant battlefields to the hallways of military hospitals, generations of Corpsmen have carried the weight of caring for others when it mattered most.
22 Medal of Honor recipients.
Every major conflict since 1898.
The most decorated enlisted rating in the United States Navy.
For 128 years, you’ve patched us up, kept us moving, and somehow managed to survive the endless stupidity of Sailors and Marines.
We can’t fix stupid, but we can stitch it.
⚓ Corpsman Up.
⚓ To care for those in need.
⚓ Semper Fortis. Semper Fidelis.
The gents found the flyer out in town! Game day fast approaching!
Veterans Hockey United: Bad Company vs. Zeros Charity Game Veterans Hockey United ZEROES Premium Vodka Beverage
Get ready for a FULL CONTACT afternoon of hockey with a mission that matters.
Veterans Hockey United (VHU) brings the heat to the ice as Bad Company takes on the Zeros in a hard-hitting, no-holds-barred matchup of local Marines and Sailors, competing in physical hockey, with intensity, and purpose.
In a powerful show of support for the local veteran community, Veterans Hockey United is proudly partnering with the Eastern Carolina Joint First Class Petty Officer Association to raise funds for a critical cause:
All ticket sales will directly benefit the reconstruction of American Legion Post 265 in Jacksonville, NC, after its building was recently destroyed from in-climate weather.
This Post has long stood as a gathering place for veterans supporting camaraderie, connection, and community. Now, through this partnership, we’re coming together to help rebuild what was lost.
📅 Date: Saturday, June 20th
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Location: Wilmington Ice House
(7201 Ogden Business Ln, Wilmington, NC 28411)
🎟 Tickets:
* $10 Adults
* $5 Kids (Ages 5–15)
Tickets available TODAY online and at the door!
https://www.veteranshockeyunited.org/themerch/vhu-vs-zeroes-june-20-2026
Expect big hits, fast pace, and full-contact action, all in support of rebuilding a vital piece of the Jacksonville veteran community.
FULL CONTACT hockey partnership to support and rebuild Post 265!!!
SHOUT OUT TO ALL OUR SPONSORS
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