AMERICAN COLLEGIATE HOCKEY ASSOCIATION AND NORTHWEST DESIGNS ANNOUNCE MULTI-YEAR PARTNERSHIP EXTENSION
ACHA and Northwest Designs to continue partnership for five years
UNION LAKE, Mich. – (June 12, 2026) – The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) is pleased to announce a multi-year extension of its partnership with Northwest Designs as the Official Merchandise Provider of the ACHA National Championships, Regional Championships, and now the ACHA Fall Faceoff Invitational.
Since the partnership began in 2023, Northwest Designs has played a key role in enhancing the championship experience for student-athletes, families, coaches, and fans through high-quality event merchandise, on-demand customization, and a comprehensive online shopping platform. The extension reaffirms both organizations’ commitment to delivering a first-class championship experience across all ACHA events.
Under the renewed agreement, Northwest Designs will continue to provide on-site merchandise services for the next five years at ACHA Tournaments, offering attendees the ability to personalize apparel and memorabilia while ensuring broad product availability through its print-on-demand capabilities. Championship merchandise will also remain available online before, during, and after each event.
“The ACHA is excited to extend our partnership with Northwest Designs,” said Craig Barnett, Executive Director of the ACHA. “Over the past several years, they have consistently delivered exceptional service, innovative products, and a memorable merchandise experience for our student-athletes and fans. Their commitment to quality and customer satisfaction aligns perfectly with our mission of providing outstanding championship events.”
Northwest Designs has become a trusted partner within the hockey community, offering a diverse range of products including its popular NWD performance apparel line designed specifically for athletes and supporters.
“We are honored to continue our relationship with the ACHA and its member programs,” said Victor Sviridyuk, Director of Sales for Northwest Designs. “The passion and dedication displayed by ACHA student-athletes, families, and fans make these championships truly special. We look forward to building on our success together and continuing to provide merchandise that celebrates these achievements for years to come.”
The partnership extension will allow both organizations to further expand merchandise offerings, enhance customization opportunities, and continue creating lasting memories.
For more information, please contact ACHA Executive Director Craig Barnett at cbarnett@achahockey.org.
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About Northwest Designs
Northwest Designs is the Leading & Trusted event merchandise company specializing in on-site customization, championship apparel, and commemorative products for athletic events across the United States. Through innovative print-on-demand technology and premium-quality merchandise, Northwest Designs creates memorable experiences for athletes, families, and fans alike. Today, Northwest Designs partners with the ACHA, 6 NCAA Conferences, the NFHS & 27 NFHS State High School Association/Affiliates. To learn more about Northwest Designs, visit https://nwd.ink/.
About American Collegiate Hockey Association
The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) was founded in 1991 and is the national association for Non-NCAA Collegiate Hockey throughout the United States. Our organization of more than 450 colleges and university-affiliated teams representing 48 states provides structure, regulates operations, and promotes the sport of Hockey nationwide. With approximately 13,000 players and coaches as well as countless volunteers and game officials, the ACHA has experienced tremendous growth over the past decade and continues to be a viable option for college bound student-athletes to continue playing competitive hockey nationwide. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the ACHA’s primary mission is to support the growth of Collegiate Hockey while emphasizing academic performance, personal development, and opportunities for regional, national, and international competition. The ACHA identifies standards which serve to unite and regulate teams at the collegiate level and is entering its 36th season of play in August 2026. For more information, visit achahockey.org.
