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About the league
The Russian Championship NMHL (National Minor Hockey League) is the second-tier ice hockey league in Russia, established in 2011. The league is a feeder system for the higher-level VHL (Vysshaya Hockey League) and features 24 teams from Russia and neighboring countries. Top teams in the league include Dynamo Moscow's junior team, CSKA Moscow's junior team, and Loko Yaroslavl's junior team. The competition format consists of a regular season followed by playoffs, with the winner earning promotion to the VHL. Notable achievements include the league's role in developing young Russian players who go on to compete in the KHL (Kontinental Hockey League) and internationally. The NMHL has a dedicated fan base in Russia and is also popular among hockey enthusiasts worldwide who follow Russian hockey. The league's structure and competition format provide a platform for young players to develop their skills and compete at a high level.