Campionatul National (Romania) 2025/26

The Campionatul Național stands as the premier ice hockey competition in Romania. Since its inception in 1925, the tournament has been the definitive stage for domestic supremacy. The Romanian Ice Hockey Federation (FRHG) currently oversees the organisation and governance of the league. The structure relies on a rigorous regular season where every side faces each other six times, culminating in thirty-six matches per club. This format ensures a comprehensive assessment of consistency before the summer playoffs commence.

The end of the campaign features a decisive Final Four tournament. Held at the Sepsi Arena in Sfântu Gheorghe, the event gathers the top four teams from the standings. They compete in single-elimination semifinals and finals within a single weekend. This condensed format creates immediate pressure and high stakes for the final outcomes. The recent champions include CSM Corona Brașov and ACSH Gheorgheni, who claimed the 2024–2025 title. The most successful entity in the history of the league is Steaua Rangers, which holds forty titles. Their closest rival, SC Miercurea Ciuc (HSC Csikszereda), has secured seventeen victories.

The competition operates as a standalone top tier without a formal promotion or relegation system. While clubs such as Csíkszereda and Gyergyói HK also participate in the international Erste Liga, this domestic contest remains the primary route for national honours. The tournament is distinct from the separate Cupa României knockout competition. It serves as the foundation for Romanian hockey, determining the country’s best team each year. The structure has remained largely consistent, focusing on domestic rivalry rather than international expansion. The league attracts attention from fans across the country who follow the progress of their local franchises. The intensity of the Final Four matches often determines the season's narrative. The league continues to develop its infrastructure to support the sport.