Derek Hines Championship Trophy
The Derek Hines Trophy is an annual award given to the Veterans Hockey League Championship team.
The award is an ultimate tribute to the way Derek Hines lived and ensures his memory continues positively impacting our Military Veteran community everywhere.
List of Veteran Hockey League Champions
| Year | Champions - Gold Medal | Silver Medal | Bronze Medal | Host Rink |
| 2022 | Level Zero Heroes | Second City Snipers | FACEWASH | Johnny's Ice House |
| 2021 | Level Zero Heroes | The Outsiders | AWWA | Johnny's Ice House |
| 2020* | - | - | - | Fifth Third Ice Arena |
| 2019 | Windy City Benders | Blackhawk Heroes | Level Zero Heroes | Canlan Sports |
* Season canceled due to the Covid-19 Global Pandemic.