Definition: A tournament bringing together the best players in the world under the age of 20. Held over the Christmas season, usually beginning on Christmas Day or Boxing Day. See also:
World Hockey Championship
World Under-18 Hockey Championship
World Women's Hockey Championship
World Cup of Hockey
World Junior Hockey Championship
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