Dear Spacemen Players, Families, Alumni, Billet Families, Sponsors, and Fans,

It is with tremendous pride and excitement that we officially announce the Fort Wayne Spacemen have been approved for promotion to Tier II junior hockey, effective starting the 2026–2027 season.

After six highly successful seasons in the USPHL Premier (Tier III) — including back-to-back Midwest Division championships, three consecutive National Tournament appearances, and the development of more than 35 NCAA, ACHA and professional commitments — the Spacemen have earned the opportunity to compete in the Midwest Division of the NCDC. As part of the largest Tier II league in North America, this move represents the natural next step in our organizations growth and reaffirms our unwavering commitment to providing the absolute best development platform for Junior Hockey players from around the world.

We will not be forgetting our Tier III roots.

What this means for our players:

Competition against top 18–20-year-old talent, every single night, increased exposure to NCAA Division I, Division III, ACHA, and professional scouts, continued hockey with the same first-class billet program, facilities, and staff you’ve come to expect in Space. A clear, proven pathway that has already seen Spacemen alumni reach the ECHL, SPHL, NCAA, ACHA and European Pro.

To our incredible supporters: none of this would have been possible without you. From the families who open their homes as billets, to the sponsors who believe in our vision, to the fans who pack the stands at PSM Icehouse— you are the heartbeat of this organization. Moving to Tier II is not just a milestone for the Spacemen; it is a milestone for the entire Fort Wayne hockey community.

We are currently finalizing, schedule details, tryout dates, staffing updates, and a complete Tier II reveal.

The future is bright, Fort Wayne. THE SPACEMEN ARE GOING TIER II and we can’t wait to take this journey with all of you.

Thank you for your continued loyalty and passion.

Let’s go Spacemen!

Sincerely,

John L. Finch

General Manager

Fort Wayne Spacemen Hockey Club

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