Why Partner with nine HOCKEY?

Partnering with nine HOCKEY means investing in the future of youth hockey and community development in southeastern Minnesota. Our programs attract families from across the region, giving your business meaningful, year-round exposure to a dedicated and growing hockey community, both on and off the ice.

Sponsorship Overview

• All sponsorships are reviewed and renewed annually, except rink title and steel beam sponsorships as specified.

• Sponsorships run March through March each year.

• New sponsorships started mid-cycle may be prorated.

• Existing sponsors are granted priority for renewal, provided the partnership remains positive and mutually beneficial.

• For all sponsors, nine HOCKEY will cover the production costs of the agreed-upon sponsorship materials approved by both parties.
• If a sponsor is unable to provide a finished graphic design, nine HOCKEY will cover up to one hour of Midwest Signtech’s design fee. Any additional design time beyond one hour will be the responsibility of the sponsor.
• All designs and materials must be approved by nine HOCKEY and the building owner prior to production.
• Once a sponsorship term lapses, sponsors who choose to renew will be offered a discounted renewal rate.

Sponsor Benefits

• All sponsors receive:
  • Website and social media recognition
  • Logo placement on the annual lobby sponsor banner (excluding Legacy Sponsors)
  • Production of approved sponsorship materials covered by nine HOCKEY

Sponsorship Tiers

Rink Title Sponsor – Secured (Five-Year Agreement)

• The exclusive rink title sponsorship has been secured for a five-year term and is no longer available.

$3,000 — Steel Beam Sponsor (Estimated up to six available)

• Logo or advertisement placed on the exposed steel beam above the rink

• Estimated 55' x 30”

• Displayed for a period of three years

• Unique, high-visibility placement inside the facility

$2,500 — Locker Room Sponsor (Four available)

• Logo or full decal on locker room door

• Company name listed on locker room assignment screen

• Visible during all practices, games, and tournaments

$2,000 — Two Scoreboard Sponsors (One Sponsor Secured for 2026)

• Logo featured prominently on or near one of the scoreboards

• Visible during all practices, games, and tournaments

$1,200 — Dasher Board Sponsor (Number of boards TBD, first-come, first-served)

• Logo or advertisement displayed on a dasher board panel (estimated 33" x 96")

• Visible during all practices, games, and tournaments

• Option for multiple panels or locations if available

$750 — Power Play Partners (Unlimited availability)

• Logo featured on lobby sponsor banner

$250+ — Legacy Sponsor (One-time contribution during our inaugural year)
Legacy sponsors help ensure the long-term success of nine HOCKEY through a single contribution. This is a great option for families, alumni, and local businesses who want to make a lasting impact without an annual commitment.

Legacy Sponsors are recognized on a permanent Legacy Wall inside the facility and do not receive placement on the annual lobby sponsor banner.

Legacy Sponsor Levels:

• $250 – Bronze Level (name listed)

• $500 – Silver Level (name and logo listed)

• $1,000 – Gold Level (name and logo listed)

• $2,500+ – Platinum Level (name and logo listed)