The Maine Gladiators are proud to contribute to the development of our youth through the game of hockey. We are committed to providing opportunities to learn basic skating skills and participate successfully in a team sport.

Our organization can proudly say we have been in the business of hockey since the 1960s. Originally started by parents who brought their love of the game to their kids, we continue this tradition of non-profit volunteer based programming.

Maine Gladiators offers:

• Tier 1,  2, 3, and 4 programs
• Norway Savings Bank Learn to Play, Bruins Academy, Beginner Hockey
• 6U, 8U Full Season Teams
• Girls Teams

Auburn's Norway Savings Bank Arena is the ONLY arena in Maine with dual rinks.  As the premier tenant, the Gladiators enjoy convenient, consistent ice times.  

Players enjoy the large, modern locker rooms and parents enjoy the heated mezzanine area with direct sight lines to the ice.  

Free wifi, a bar & grill, and newer facilities means going to hockey practice has never been so enjoyable.

USA Hockey has recognized the Maine Gladiators for utilizing the latest Age Development Model in growing our players.  

Featured in an article at the start of the 2015-2016 season, our league is commended for building a love for the game by using age-appropriate standards developed and endorsed by USA hockey.  

When looking to join a league, we encourage parents to price compare. Assessments can vary - as can the value provided.  The Maine Gladiators are cost-conscious without mandating fundraising.    

Thanks to our non-profit status and generous support from our sponsors, we are able to gift each player a practice jersey and socks each season.   Additionally, generous sponsorships have enabled us to provide travel players with custom home/away game jerseys, Gladiators branded shells, and other perks.  Tier 4 teams borrow game jerseys without cost as long as they are returned in acceptable condition.  

Our volunteer coaches attend training classes and our paid consultants are regularly available throughout the season to oversee player development. We are one of the only leagues in the state to host tournaments for most of our teams - we bring the action to Auburn and reduce travel expenses for our families.

Check out our offerings page for more information! The Gladiators respect your hard earned hockey dollars and provide exceptional value.

The Maine Gladiators are proud of how well our teams compete at a local, regional, and NATIONAL level.  The past few years, most of our teams have qualified for state tournaments and many teams have won titles at invitationals throughout New England.  In 2021, the U14 Coed and U19 Girls teams competed at USA Hockey National tournaments!

Multiple Gladiator players have been named to festival teams (New England All-Star teams).  

Most local high school players got their start in our organization; Gladiator alumni currently play for Edward Little, St. Dom's, Lewiston High, and prep schools.

The Gladiators proudly host these popular tournaments:

• The Anctil Memorial Showcase (Oct)
• The Mites Jamboree (Jan)
• The Lion's Tournament (Feb) 

Many teams participate a State Tournament (must qualify).

Thanks to a generous sponsorships and league fundraisers, we are able to provide children introductory hockey instruction (ages 4 and up).  

We also have free equipment to loan - just pay us a small deposit that is fully refundable (in the form of an account credit) when equipment is returned in good condition.  

Learn more about our Learn to Play Program.

The Maine Gladiators are honored to host Bruins Academy with an emphasis on growing the game of hockey to continue to feed NHL teams with USA players.  For one low price, the Bruins will outfit your child from head to toe and the Gladiators will provide on-ice instruction!

Started by the Maine Gladiators in 2021, the Anctil Fund supports Gladiator players with financial support to become a hockey official.

100% of donations to the Anctil Fund help keep Scott's legacy alive. Youth players can apply for assistance with training classes and uniforms in their journey to become a hockey referee.

The Anctil Fund also provides aid toward assessment fees for families experiencing financial hardship.  If you are interested in donating to the Anctil Fund or applying for aid, please reach out to our league administrator.

• MEAHA
• Valley League
• NEGHL 
• New England District

Dan Hodge - Skating & Skills

Dan Hodge, President of Hodge Hockey, and its head instructor, has spent a lifetime in hockey. He is the son of former Boston Bruins great, Ken Hodge.  Dan Hodge played Division 1 NCAA hockey at Merrimack College, Hockey East and was a draft pick of the Boston Bruins. Hodge competed over 650 professional games and has spent countless hours working with and developing hockey players of all ages. 

Ray Jean - Goalie Development

Jean is a former goaltender at the University of Maine and Bentley University who played professionally in the American Hockey League, the East Coast Hockey League and the Central Hockey League. For more than a decade, Jean has operated his own goaltending school, and served as the UMaine Black Bears’ goaltending coach from 2013-2016.

Ray currently serves as the Director of Goaltending Development for the Maine Amateur Hockey Association and a USA Hockey Goalie Development Coordinator.

"Dedicated coaches, parents and some of the nicest boys & girls."

"Great coaches; great program; and, great parents! Everything we were looking for in travel hockey!"

"Long Standing Tradition in this program!"

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