The Coachella Valley Cactus Cup is a mid-season college ice hockey tournament. The first iteration was played in early January 2025.
History Shortly after the conclusion of the 2023–24 college season, the home venue of the Coachella Valley Firebirds announced that it would be hosting a mid-season tournament the following January. The tournament continues the trend of college hockey's expansion into the Southwestern United States. Michigan Tech's head coach, Joe Shawhan, praised the series as an opportunity to expand the fanbase of his school, who already possessed a foothold in the region.
Yearly Results Year Champion Runner-up Third place Fourth place MVP Ref 2025 Lee Parks (UMass Lowell) 2026 Austin Burnevik (St. Cloud State)
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