Overview
- Puck drop is set for Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., with tickets available through Ticketmaster.
- HC Tel Aviv faces the Jerusalem Capitals in the IEHL’s USA Challenge Cup, the league’s U.S. showcase designed to reach New York–area fans.
- This year’s program includes Israeli singers, fan experiences, and player access, with organizers emphasizing a community celebration rather than political messaging.
- Last year’s edition drew over 8,500 fans at UBS Arena, where Jerusalem beat Tel Aviv in overtime, underscoring strong local interest.
- Fans can find kosher concessions at the arena, reach the venue via the LIRR’s Elmont–UBS Arena station, and, per outlet reports, may use promo codes IEHL26 (YeahThatsKosher) or YHTGTR (The Yeshiva World) when buying tickets.