Western Collegiate Hockey Association

The Western Collegiate Hockey Association (WCHA) is a collegiate athletic organization based in Bloomington, Minnesota. As a league of eight prominent institutions, the WCHA is committed to fostering both academic excellence and athletic achievement. With a small staff of three employees, the WCHA generates an annual revenue of $2.5 million. The WCHA is dedicated to women's ice hockey, providing a platform for student-athletes to compete at the highest level. The league boasts a rich history of success, consistently producing national champions, Patty Kazmaier winners, Olympic athletes, and professional players. Since its founding in 1999, the WCHA has established itself as a leader in women's hockey. Member teams have achieved remarkable results, including a record-breaking 20 NCAA and AWCHA national championships and numerous runner-up finishes. The league's dominance is further emphasized by its consistent presence in the Frozen Four, the NCAA women's ice hockey championship tournament. For more information about the WCHA, please visit their website at wcha.com.