Niels Larsen Trophy
Beer league hockey has become one of the fastest-growing parts of the hockey world. For many players who grew up playing competitive hockey, beer league hockey is the perfect way to keep the passion alive. The competition is still there, the love for the game remains strong, and the locker room atmosphere is just as important as the game itself.
The Niels Larsen Trophy has become one of the tournaments where beer league hockey truly comes to life.. Teams from Sweden and other parts of Europe meet here to play ice hockey, meet new teams and experience a hockey weekend where the sport is combined with travel, community and experiences.
Held in the coastal city of Halmstad, this tournament combines high-energy beer league hockey with the atmosphere of one of Sweden’s most famous summer destinations. Beer League hockey with an unforgettable hockey trip.
Beer league hockey is played by adult players who want to continue playing the sport they love in a competitive but social environment. Many beer league players have backgrounds in junior hockey, amateur leagues or even higher levels of the game, while others simply enjoy the sport and the team atmosphere.
What makes veteran hockey special is the combination of:
competitive ice hockey
social community
travel and tournaments
the passion for the sport
Beer league hockey tournaments have become extremely popular because they bring teams together from different cities and countries.
These tournaments are not only about winning games – they are about creating a full hockey experience. The Niels Larsen Trophy is exactly that type of tournament.
Sweden has long been one of the strongest hockey countries in the world, and this is also evident in veteran hockey. More and more players are looking for tournaments where they can continue playing hockey while experiencing new places.
The Niels Larsen Trophy is a Beer League hockey tournament in Sweden which has been developed with this in mind. The tournament brings together teams from all over the country and also from other parts of Europe.
When teams take part in the tournament, it's not just about playing the matches - it's about the whole weekend.
Players come to Halmstad to:
play Beer League hockey against new opponents
travelling with their teammates
experience a hockey tournament in a unique setting
creating memories both on and off the ice
This is why many teams return year after year.
The Niels Larsen Trophy is a tournament created by hockey players for hockey players. The focus is on creating a tournament where combining Beer League hockey with community, travel and experiences.
The tournament attracts teams that want to play serious hockey, but at the same time have a relaxed atmosphere where everyone shares the same passion for the sport.
What makes the Niels Larsen Trophy unique is that the tournament is built around an entire hockey weekend.
It gives teams the opportunity to:
play several matches during a weekend
meet teams from different countries
experience one of Sweden's most popular coastal towns
combine hockey with social activities
For many teams, the tournament has become an annual tradition.
One of the biggest reasons why the Niels Larsen Trophy has become so popular is the location of the tournament.
Located on the west coast of Sweden, Halmstad is one of Sweden's best-known summer towns. It combines the sea, nature and city life in a way that brings many visitors back every year.
Just a few minutes drive from the stadium is Tylösand, one of Sweden's most famous beaches. The several kilometres long sandy beach is a perfect place for teams to gather between games, take a walk or relax after an intense hockey match.
Halmstad is also known as The golf capital of Sweden, with several well-known golf courses in the area. That's why many teams choose to combine the veteran hockey tournament with a round of golf during the weekend.
The city is also internationally recognised as the home of Per Gessle and Roxette, which adds to the city's music and entertainment scene. At weekends, Halmstad comes alive with restaurants, bars and a lovely coastal town feel that makes the tournament weekend even more memorable.
Beer league hockey tournaments have exploded in popularity around the world. Players love the combination of competitive games and the social atmosphere that comes with traveling with teammates.
Unlike traditional league play, tournaments create a unique environment where teams can fully focus on the experience.
That’s what makes beer league hockey tournaments so special.
continue playing hockey at a good level
travelling together with the team
meet new players from other countries
sharing experiences off the ice
It is this combination that makes veteran hockey tournaments so popular.
The Niels Larsen Trophy is not just a Swedish tournament. Every year, teams from several different countries participate, making the tournament an international meeting place for Beer League hockey.
Playing against teams from other countries adds a unique dimension to the experience. Different playing styles, different hockey cultures and new friendships make every tournament weekend unforgettable.
For international teams the tournament is also a great opportunity to combine hockey with a trip to Sweden.
The Niels Larsen Trophy is designed to be more than just a tournament. It is a full hockey weekend where teams can enjoy both the competition and the destination.
Teams visiting Halmstad experience:
a welcoming hockey community
international matches
beautiful coastal scenery
great restaurants, bars and nightlife
The atmosphere during the tournament is what many teams remember the most. It feels less like a traditional tournament and more like a hockey festival where everyone shares the same love for the game
It will be a hockey weekend to remember.
One of the most important parts of beer league hockey is the locker room culture. The friendships, the stories and the shared memories are what keep players coming back year after year.
The Niels Larsen Trophy embraces that culture.
When teams travel to the Niels Larsen Trophy, it's as much about socialising with their teammates as it is about playing the games. The tournament gives teams the opportunity to spend a whole weekend together and experience hockey in a way that recalls the best years of the sport.
If your team plays beer league hockey and is looking for a tournament that combines great hockey with an incredible destination, the Niels Larsen Trophy is the perfect choice.
A weekend filled with:
competitive beer league hockey
teams from across Sweden and Europe
an unforgettable hockey trip
and a tournament where passion for the sport is at the centre
Bring your team, pack your gear and get ready for a hockey weekend you will never forget.
Niels Larsen Trophy – where beer league hockey meets friendship, competition and the ultimate hockey weekend in Sweden.
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13 - 16 Aug 2026
Summer Edition!
Niels Larsen Trophy Summer Edition - we start the hockey season with a real boom while ending the summer in the best possible way: with ice hockey, friends and an unforgettable weekend in Halmstad.