The puck has dropped on the 2025-26 ice hockey season. Which teams are on our radar the most already?

A lot of eyes will be on the reigning state champions - Delbarton, Westfield, and KJS United. Those teams have targets on its back, and there are major contenders eager to take them down. Don Bosco Prep, St. Joseph (Mont.), Morristown-Beard, Ridgewood, Chatham, Livingston, Bridgewater-Raritan, and Toms River are just some of teams on that shortlist with the season already underway.

A lot is going to get sorted out over the next four months, and it’s going to be an exciting ride. Below, check out the first Top 20 of the boys ice hockey season.

1-Delbarton

Final 2024 Record: 22-1-1

Final 2024 Ranking: No. 1

After winning the Non-Public championship last season, there’s a lot to like ab

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