2002 AIHL season

The 2002 AIHL season is the third season of the Australian Ice Hockey League (AIHL).

League business
The 2002 season saw the league expand from three teams to six with the introduction of the Melbourne Ice, Newcastle North Stars, and the West Sydney Ice Dogs.

Playoffs

 * Sydney Bears - Adelaide Avalanche 7:4

The playoffs were held at Sydney's Blacktown Ice Arena. The Sydney Bears defeated the Adelaide Avalanche in the final to win the Goodall Cup. The Bears were the first team to win the Goodall Cup in the AIHL after it was transferred from the inter-state tournament.