Find the top international coverage of the growing sport of ball hockey and the women who are a part of it, including the CBHA and ISBHF leagues.
Inline legend Jackie Jarrell and a highly celebrated career
Among the most renowned athletes to hail from Ontario’s Bay of Quinte region, Jackie Jarrell set an admired gold standard in a world class career. Having made the highly visceral…
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Gold medal triumphs a key highlight for Katharina Helling
Following a fantastic run in field hockey with the University at Albany Great Danes, ISBHF play has provided Katharina Helling with an exciting new chapter of competitive brilliance. Considering that…
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Meghan Lavery makes her mark with dazzling double gold
With a lifelong love of hockey, competitive roots dating back to church league play at the age of ten, the golden run of Meghan Lavery represents one of the feel-good…
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Ball hockey icon Karen Levin synonymous with success
Among the cornerstones of USA Ball Hockey’s national women’s team, Karen Levin exemplifies dedication and loyalty.. Since joining the national team in 2015, Levin’s distinguished career has run parallel to…
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Emma Seitz and the golden goal for USA Ball Hockey
Belonging to a new generation of star power for USA Ball Hockey, Emma Seitz delivered on all accounts at the 2024 ISBHF World Championships. Emerging as the leading scorer for…
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Sarah Ahlquist-Schneider and a lasting legacy between the pipes (Part One)
With over two decades of competitive experience as an elite goaltender, Sarah Ahlquist-Schneider represents a combination of durability and dedication, defined by exceptional talent and a love of the game.…
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Brush with history proud pinnacle for Pam Bilger
Emerging with the gold medal at the 2024 ISBHF World Championships, there are no shortage of feel-good stories for the victorious American team. Among the most compelling sees Pam Bilger…
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Resilience brings Becky Dobson to the gold
Among the most accomplished competitors in the growing legacy of USA Ball Hockey, the majesty of the 2024 ISBHF World Championships in Visp, Switzerland affirmed Becky Dobson as one of…
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USA captures historic gold medal at ISBHF Worlds
Heading into the 2024 ISBHF Women’s Worlds in Visp, Switzerland, the US roster had a point to prove. After emerging with the silver medal in 2017 and 2019, their golden…
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Tamara Simmons brings Canadian content to Falkland Islands (Part Two)
Bringing her love of sport across the world, Tamara Simmons is more than a coach and administrator. A valuable mentor and friend, she has grown into a role model, helping…
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Neleh Vigneau Sargeant shines for Canada at ISBHF U21 Worlds
Highly talented in all facets of the game, 2023 saw the hockey world catch up to Neleh Vigneau Sargeant. The pride of Loon Lake, Nova Scotia, a trio of tremendous…
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Jenni Simpson a scoring sensation for Canada at ISBHF U21 Worlds
Emerging as an impact player for Canada at the 2023 ISBHF U21 Women’s Worlds in Liberec, Czechia, the rise of Jenni Simpson represented a feel-good story. Hailing from Glovertown, Newfoundland,…
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Maggie Jones magnificent for undefeated Canadians in Liberec
Backstopping Canada to the gold medal at the ISBHF U21 Worlds, Maggie Jones became a national hero. Providing consistency throughout the event, sporting an undefeated mark and a shutout in…
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Canadian captain Brooke Lannon leads the way in Liberec
Featuring an undefeated roster that emerged golden at the 2023 ISBHF U21 Women’s Worlds, the Canadian contingent had no shortage of heroes. Among the most inspiring featured a blueliner bestowed…
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Kassandra Lesieur-Michaud and the Ottawa Capitals golden goal
As the Ottawa Capitals enjoyed the jubilation of their second straight CBHA Women’s A National Championship, a gathering of new faces proved essential in a return to the top. Including…
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Magical time for CBHA Hall of Famer Elysia Desmier
With proud standing as a member of the CBHA Hall of Fame, every subsequent event adds to the growing legacy of Elysia Desmier. Among the most decorated competitors of the…
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CBHA Nationals MVP Award latest accolade for Giuliana Pallotta
With a sterling hockey resume, Giuliana Pallotta keeps adding to an already impressive list of achievements. Finishing atop the podium as a member of the Ottawa Capitals at the 2023…
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Ravens all-time great Tawnya Guindon dazzles in debut at CBHA Nationals
One of the greatest to wear the Carleton Ravens jersey, Tawnya Guindon brought a combination of work ethic and talent that made her a highly valued teammate. Such values were…
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Andria Hunter gains treasured place in Varsity Blues Hall of Fame
Long celebrated as an historian, her groundbreaking website establishing an essential foundation, Andria Hunter proved equally accomplished gracing the ice at historic Varsity Arena. When the game experienced a modern…
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Chief Thunderstick adds to shared legacy of sisters Chantal and Jocelyne Larocque
Bringing a compelling body of work to the rink, Chantal and Jocelyne Larocque remain integral in contributing towards the female game’s growing narrative. Belonging to a generation of hockey greats…
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Senior Writer Mark Staffieri brings an artistic writing style to the world of women in sport
Raised in the Greater Toronto Area, York University Alumni Mark Staffieri, upholds arguably one of the most astonishing writing portfolios in the sports industry. Mark joined Women’s Hockey Life (WHL)…
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WHL Podcast Episode 25: Pamela Bilger and Liane Dixon
Tune in 🎧 with guest host Ashley Mouzzon as she speaks with 2022 Women’s ISBHF World Masters Championship gold medalists, Pamela Bilger and Liane Dixon. Liane and Pamela both discuss…
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CBHA Hall of Fame the exclamation point in dazzling career for Elysia Desmier
Serving as the greatest highlight in a career filled with glories, Elysia Desmier accomplished a very rare double. Gaining the dual feat of an ISBHF World Championship and a coveted…
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All-time great Nathalie Girouard gains cherished place in CBHA Hall of Fame
A proven winner at all levels, Nathalie Girouard represented a superb standard of excellence. With a brilliant career that spanned over a distinguished decade, defined by three National championships and six…
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Goaltender Julianna Thomson a gem for Canada at ISBHF Worlds
Representing a new generation of goaltending brilliance for the dynastic Canadian national team, Winnipeg’s Julianna Thomson continues a tremendous lineage of sparkling talent between the pipes. Bringing a tremendous poise…
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Cherie Stewart reaches new summit with golden outcome at ISBHF Masters
Among the most seasoned competitors to grace the ball hockey spab, Cherie Stewart reached an exciting series of summits in 2022. Wearing the Stars and Stripes for a pair of…
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Captain America: Pam Bilger leads USA to historic gold at ISBHF Masters
Among the most celebrated figures in the growing legacy of USA Ball Hockey, Pam Bilger holds a place among the program’s luminaries. Having first worn the Stars and Stripes at…
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Karen Levin and an unforgettable 2022 playing for Team USA
Having played for the US at the 2022 ISBHF Women’s Worlds in Quebec, Canada, the extension of a sparkling legacy with the national team, the event marked the first chapter…
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Giuliana Pallotta anchors Canada’s defensive corps at ISBHF Worlds
Returning to the Canadian contingent for a third time, the proud achievement saw Giuliana Pallotta take on a bigger role. Serving in the capacity of team captain for the defending…
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Reagan Fischer rises to the occasion for triumphant Canada at ISBHF Worlds
The pride of Irma, Alberta, a multi-sport talent who excelled in the Ivy League with the Dartmouth Big Green, serving twice as team captain of the ice hockey team, Reagan…
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