Finding inspiration from the US Women’s National Soccer Team
I know that this has nothing to do with hockey but hear me out: at the beginning of July, the US Women’s National Soccer Team won the World Cup. It…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Samantha Fortune | Detroit, Michigan
Meet Samantha Fortune! Tell us about yourself! My name’s Samantha Fortune. I have been playing elite level competitive hockey for 21 years. I played my youth hockey career in the…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Kate Frese | Philadelphia, PA
Meet Kate Frese! Tell us about yourself! I am from Lancaster, PA, but currently live in Philly. I’m a credentialed professional hockey photographer for the NHL and AHL, mainly covering…
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Interview with Brock women’s hockey head coach, Margot Page | PART 2
In Part 2 of my sit down interview with Brock Women’s Hockey head coach, Margot Page, she discusses the Olympics, her transition to coaching, and coaching university hockey. Part 1,…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Dana Timm | Southgate, Michigan
Meet Dana Timm! Tell us about yourself! Hey all! My name is Dana Timm and I am from Southgate, Michigan. I am a career firefighter/paramedic with a local city here…
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Ireland South | Saskatchewan
Growing up in the small town of Melfort, Saskatchewan my chances were slim of making it anywhere far in hockey. At the age of two, my mom became my figure…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Nicole Blowes | Stratford, ON
Meet Nicole Blowes! Tell us about yourself! Hi, my name is Nicole Blowes. I am 25 years old and from Stratford, ON, Canada. Hockey has been a major part of…
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Interview with Brock women’s hockey head coach, Margot Page | Part 1
Brock University in St. Catharines, Ontario is home to the Brock Badgers women’s hockey team. Head coach, Margot Page is not only an accomplished coach and mentor but also a…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Chloe Young | Irvine Ayrshire, Scotland
Meet Chloe Young! Tell us about yourself! Hi, my name is Chloe Young. I come from Irvine Ayrshire in Scotland, which is on the west coast. I currently work in…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Jennifer Doyle | Beaconsfield, Quebec
Meet Jennifer Doyle! TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! My name is Jennifer Doyle and I am 45 years old. I have always lived in the West Island of Montreal (DDO to…
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5 tips to start playing hockey
Have you been dreaming of playing hockey and have no idea where to start? Worried you’re past your “hockey playing prime”? Feeling intimidated and unsure about getting into hockey? We’ve…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Kirsten Roan | Glasgow, Scotland
Meet Kirsten Roan! Tell us about yourself! My name is Kirsten Roan and I’m from Glasgow, Scotland. I’m going to College in August to do Sports Therapy, which I’m really…
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Noora Raty gears up for her next challenge in women’s hockey
It was unforgettable. Three months ago, goalie Noora Raty heroically backstopped Finland to an historic silver medal at the 2019 IIHF Women’s World Championship in her native Espoo. Her team…
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CWHL Tribute: Molly Engstrom | Brampton Thunder, Boston Blades
The first American superstar in the history of the CWHL, Molly Engstrom was a highly likeable player whose quiet dignity and fundamentally sound game made her an invaluable member of…
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CWHL Tribute: Don Simmons | Brampton/Markham Thunder
While the collaborative presence of world-class skaters that graced CWHL ice served as its drawing card, integral to moulding its mythology, the league’s sustainability and longevity were evident in its…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Madison Morris | Ambler, Pennsylvania
Meet Madison Morris! TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF! My name is Madison Morris but I go as Maddie or Mad Dog. I am from Ambler, Pennsylvania. I got into hockey because…
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CWHL Tribute: Jessica Platt | Toronto Furies
On a Toronto Furies roster loaded with notable names, Jessica Platt emerged as a highly admired talent, gaining fans throughout all of the CWHL’s markets. Gracing the ice with a…
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CWHL Tribute: Laura Dostaler | Calgary Inferno
As the only player to have competed in every season of the Team Alberta/Calgary Inferno franchise, Laura Dostaler holds an esteemed place in both, CWHL and Western Canadian, hockey mythology.…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Maggie Benson | Rochester, NY & Scotland
Meet Maggie Benson! Tell us about yourself! My name is Maggie Benson. I was born and raised in the Rochester, New York area. I’ve been skating since my feet were…
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U SPORTS: Chelsea Tucker | York Lions
Having established herself as the Iron Woman of York Lions women’s ice hockey, Chelsea Tucker’s combination of determination and drive also enabled her to be one of the program’s cornerstones.…
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My (extra long) hockey season in Great Britain
Yesterday (6th of July) I finished my 2018/19 hockey season on teams around Great Britain. It really ended with a bang. To show you all just how much hockey I…
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CWHL Tribute: Kelly Murray | Calgary Inferno | 2019 Clarkson Cup champion
Belonging to one of hockey’s greatest families, the 2018-19 season allowed Kelly Murray a number of cherished milestones, burnishing the narrative of her professional sojourn, simultaneously affirming her sparkling legacy…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Jen Neely | Ontario
Meet Jen Neely! Tell us about yourself! My name is Jen. I grew up in Markham, Ontario where there weren’t a whole lot of opportunities for girls to play hockey…
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U SPORTS: Valérie Lamenta | Guelph Gryphons, 2019 National Champions
Having amassed a series of sensational seasons, stockpiling highlights with tremendous consistency, while establishing herself as one of U SPORTS’ finest goaltenders of the decade, Valérie Lamenta has left a…
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CWHL Tribute: Megan Myers | Boston/Worcester Blades
Having enjoyed five seasons with the Blades organization, Megan Myers evolved from ingénue to franchise cornerstone. With over 100 appearances in the iconic black and gold, among the all-time leaders…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Lisa Labovitch | Everett, Washington
Tell us about yourself! My name is Lisa Labovitch. In my non-hockey life I work as a librarian, and my after hours are spent playing a lot of beer league…
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Jurgita Damskiene | Women’s hockey in Lithuania
When once I was told that life only starts in your forties, I could not believe it. But it appeared to be true, as I started practicing active sports when…
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Former CWHL player Jana Harrigan gives back as founder of Harrigan Hockey
First founded in 2008, Harrigan Hockey has blossomed into an energizing venture that is encouraging and empowering female players of all ages to learn in a safe, friendly environment where…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Whitnee Roncato | Ontario
Meet Whitnee Roncato! Tell us about yourself! Hello hockey fans! My name is Whitnee Roncato (O’Connor). I was born and raised in Guelph, Ontario where I grew up playing hockey…
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CWHL Tribute: Ella Matteucci | Markham Thunder
Belonging to a formidable Markham Thunder draft class that included Victoria Bach, the eventual recipient of the CWHL Rookie of the Year Award, Ryerson Rams captain Ailish Forfar, who ended…
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