FAQ & RESOURCES
OUR SUPPLEMENTAL FAQ
Where can my player play?
Players play for the school they are attending if the school has a hockey team.
One of my parents lives in X city. Can I play for that team instead of the school I attend?
No. If the school you attend does not have a team, you will then play for the Tennessee Outlaws.
What if my school does not have a hockey team?
It depends on where you live and what school you attend. If you live in Rutherford County, you are eligible to play for the Rampage (county team). Some schools Co-Op if they have enough players according to the GNASH bylaws. (ex. Mt. Juliet HS - Wilson Central - Green Hill High School co-op to form the Mt. Juliet Bears. but if you are zoned outside of those high schools in Wilson Country, you will play for the TN Outlaws)
If your school does not have enough players or has been denied a co-op, you will play for the Tennessee Outlaws. The Outlaws are the catch-all team that gives every high school aged player a chance to play hockey.
Where do I play if I am a home school player?
If the high school that you are zoned for has a team, you would be eligible to play for that team. Contact the team to get instructions on joining the roster.
Can 8th Graders Play Varsity High School Hockey?
Short answer is yes, but it depends on the team. 8th graders are allowed to roster on teams as developmental players. Most 8th grade players will be allowed to practice with the team, but not play any games. If a team is short players they may petition GNASH to allow their 8th graders to play. 8th graders CANNOT take the roster spot of a high school student. This option is strictly for those teams who are short players to complete a team.
8th grade players that play A1 level travel hockey or above CANNOT play Junior Varsity. Those 8th graders must be rostered on the schools varsity team as "developmental."
note: not all teams carry developmental players
Who and What is JV hockey?
Varsity high school teams are allowed to roster 30 players. Game day rosters are capped at 20 players. If a team has a large amount of players, they may choose to create a Junior Varsity team rather than scratch players on game day. Level of competitive play limits who can play JV, so not all teams will create a JV team if they don't have the numbers. The Junior Varsity League is not run by the board that controls GNASH. This league is run by Ford Ice Center who works closely with GNASH and the teams.
As of 2026, travel hockey players that play A2 level or below can play Junior Varsity. As of 2026, 8th grade players who play A2 level hockey or below can also play Junior Varsity, rather then be listed as a developmental player.
note: Any travel player that plays A1 or above must roster on the varsity team.
How does a high school co-op?
This is left largely for the players, parents, and school to get the ball rolling. If you believe that your high school will have the minimum of 3 players needed for a co-op, visit the GNASH website for the step-by-step forms that need to be filled out. I would also suggest meeting with the athletic director of your high school and having them assist in the process.
Should I read the GNASH Handbook?
YES! The GNASH online FAQ covers a lot of game day and game related details. The handbook covers more of general details. I suggest taking the time to read through it. I also recommend following your high school teams socials for announcements.
Important dates to remember:
April 1 Co-op submissions due
June & July Teams hold evaluations for the upcoming season
June & July Teams will begin their training
September 2, Season play begins
December 15, Roster Deadline for the season
January, Playoffs begin - note: players must be game day roster-ed for 5 game to be playoff eligible.