EHL and RinkNet Announce Multi-Year Partnership
Will Revolution Revolutionize Hockey Scouting, League Operations, and Player Exposure
HAVERHILL, MA -- The Eastern Hockey League (EHL), a premier junior hockey league committed to player development and advancement, is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with RinkNet, the leading platform for hockey scouting, league management, and player operations.
Beginning with the 2025-26 season, the EHL and Eastern Hockey League Premier (EHLP) will fully adopt RinkNet’s integrated suite of tools to modernize its operations and enhance player visibility across all levels of the game.
This strategic partnership includes the implementation of RinkNet, 1Rink, and PowerPlay AI, offering a complete ecosystem for managing league data, scouting talent, and promoting athletes to collegiate and professional programs.
RinkNet: Powering EHL’s League Operations
RinkNet will serve as the central platform for all EHL teams, providing:
· Advanced scouting tools to evaluate players with precision and consistency
· Centralized player registry for managing trades, transfers, and eligibility
· Game reporting and analytics to track performance and trends across the league
· Line chart publishing through PressRoom, giving scouts real-time access to team structures and player usage
· Secure data management to ensure accuracy and integrity across all league operations
“Partnering with RinkNet is a major step forward for the EHL,” said Neil Ravin, Commissioner of the EHL. “Our league is focused on giving players every opportunity to succeed. With RinkNet, we’re streamlining our operations and providing scouts with the tools they need to identify top talent.”
PowerPlay AI: Instant Game Summaries for Smarter Scouting
EHL teams will also benefit from PowerPlay AI, RinkNet’s proprietary game analysis engine that uses artificial intelligence to:
· Automatically summarize game reports, allowing coaches and scouts to review key takeaways at a glance
· Ensure full scouting coverage across all games without needing to read every report in detail
· Highlight standout performances and trends, helping teams make faster, more informed decisions
· Support data-driven player evaluation with consistent, unbiased insights
“We’re proud to support the EHL with tools that simplify operations and elevate player visibility,” said Jonathan Hou, CEO of RinkNet. “Our mission is to help leagues and teams make smarter decisions and give players every opportunity to be seen.”
1Rink: The Showcase Platform for Player Profiles and Recruiting
To further enhance player exposure, the EHL will adopt 1Rink, a player-first platform designed to:
· Allow players to directly update their profiles, ensuring scouts always have access to the most current stats, biographical data, and contact information
· Upload game footage and highlights to showcase skills and development
· Create AI-generated recruiting videos tailored to each player’s strengths
· Provide players a direct source of information from the EHL on getting scouted in hockey
1Rink ensures that player data is always accurate, up-to-date, and accessible - giving scouts confidence in the information they rely on and giving players a professional platform to promote themselves.
A New Standard
This partnership allows the EHL to set a new standard, leveraging RinkNet’s full suite including league management, scouting intelligence, and player promotion tools—helping players get discovered.
About RinkNet
RinkNet is the premier hockey scouting and operations platform used by leagues, teams, and scouts across North America. With tools for player evaluation, game reporting, AI-driven analytics, and centralized league management, RinkNet is the trusted solution for identifying and developing elite hockey talent.
About the Eastern Hockey League
The Eastern Hockey League (EHL) is focused on developing players for collegiate and professional hockey. With a strong track record of alumni moving on to higher levels, the EHL is a critical pipeline for aspiring athletes.