Commissioner’s Role Entails Brush with History in Milestone-Filled Year for Jayna Hefford
Although it may come with the “interim” tag, the appointment of Jayna Hefford as the Commissioner for the Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL) represents an exciting milestone that serves to…
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Feel the RUSH at the Rising Stars Pre-College Showcase & Beantown
A few weeks ago, I felt the RUSH as I participated in the Rush Rising Stars Pre-college Showcase. It was my second year in a row to join the best of…
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Nutrition for young hockey players
We reached out to you and asked what type of nutrition and wellness questions you had. We received the following from Stephanie Davis: “I have a young athlete, what is…
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Women’s Recreational Hockey Under the Microscope-Again
In Canada and other hockey-loving countries, many studies have been done to determine what motivates and inspires players, but usually this examination is of the youth or professional-level players. Fortunately,…
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Breathing to help fix and prevent hockey injuries
Let me paint you a picture. You’re referred to me by your physical therapist, coach or a friend and walk in ready to get your ass handed to you in…
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The 2018 Hockey 5’s Tournament: Experiencing Hockey in Hong Kong
Located on the tenth floor of the MegaBox shopping mall is Hong Kong’s largest ice rink. Featuring 30 metre high floor-to-ceiling windows, Mega Ice overlooks one of the world’s most…
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Winter Games a Milestone for Kristen Lipscombe (Part One)
Part of an empowering generation of women that have chronicled the growth of the female game, demonstrating how a positive impact can also take place off the ice, Kristen Lipscombe…
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Clarkson Cup Championship a Crowning Achievement for Dania Simmonds, the CWHL’s Iron Woman
In a landmark year filled with monumental milestones, the hockey world caught up to the prominence of Dania Simmonds. Enjoying a triumvirate of achievements, from strong leadership in the Markham…
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Heather Pollock Combines Creative Elements of Pugilism into One of Hockey’s Biggest Rivalries (Part One)
Incorporating a blend of pugilism, with both gravitas and bravura, on-ice rivalries were renewed in a unique setting as the gladiators of the rink adopted a unique persona. Conceived by…
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Caitlin and Erran Lee | York Lions
Having graced the ice in over 120 combined appearances, Caitlin and Erran Lee are among the most successful pair of siblings in York Lions athletics lore. In a season that…
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