We’ve got your coverage of the best of the best in women’s hockey from the International Ice Hockey Federation. Find first-hand coverage written by players representing their country, as well as exclusive coverage from our writers from international competitions, including the World Championships, Four Nations Cup, and Olympic Winter Games.
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Tina Cardinale a living legend in Northeastern Huskies hockey
Revered as one of the greatest to wear the Northeastern Huskies jersey, Tina Cardinale Beauchemin set a gold standard that future generations have sought to emulate. Graduating as the Huskies…
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Northeastern Huskies hold lasting link to inaugural IIHF Women’s Worlds
As November 2023 represented a magical month for Northeastern women’s ice hockey, highlighted by the induction of the undefeated 1987-88 team plus Kendall Coyne in the Huskies Hall of Fame,…
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Taylor Woods brings world class skills to UAE
In a monumental year that saw Taylor Woods reach new glories, becoming part of a very rare and celebrated group of wondrous women to have won both, the Clarkson Cup…
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Isobel Cup celebration adds to Lindsay Eastwood’s local legacy
Among the most accomplished skaters from Canada’s Capital Region, Lindsay Eastwood never forgot her hometown roots. A captain with the Nepean Jr. Wildcats, winning a league championship, followed by the…
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Syracuse star forward Sarah Thompson an exceptional role model
Constantly geared towards improvement, whether as a player or person, an exceptional element of Sarah Thompson’s work ethic involves betterment beyond individual goals. Finding tremendous reward in the facets of…
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Remi Harvey holds pioneering presence with champion Sydney Sirens
Among the star players for the Sydney Sirens, Remi Harvey holds a pioneering place. Having enjoyed all three championships in franchise history, first suiting up as a Siren in her…
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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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Michelle Clark Crumpton brings committed presence to Perth Inferno
Among the premier scorers of the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League (AWIHL), Michelle Clark-Crumpton brings a significant star power. Skating for the Perth Inferno, earning a place as one of…
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Golden Gophers star Madeline Wethington part of proud hockey lineage
A highly skilled and dependable member of the Minnesota Golden Gophers defensive unit, family stands as the corner of Madeline Wethington’s brilliant career. Belonging to the Brodt family tree, Wethington…
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Team Canada legend Caroline Ouellette, inducted into both the Hockey Hall of Fame and the IIHF HOF in a matter of a month!
The Hockey Hall of Fame has announced five players and two builders as its induction class of 2023, with Ouellette being the only female inductee of this class. Inducted alongside Caroline…
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WHL Podcast Episode 26: Blayre Turnbull
Tune in 🎧 with guest host Chloe Murphy as she speaks with World Champion, 2x Olympic medalist and current PWHPA player, Blayre Turnbull. Blayre tells us about her favourite and…
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Victoria Bach brilliant for victorious SageStrong at Chief Thunderstick
Bringing significant star power to the second annual Chief Thunderstick women’s ice hockey tournament, Victoria Bach holds standing as both, fan favorite and admired pioneer. Garbed in the paraphernalia of…
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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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Breanne Wilson-Bennett brings spirit to Toronto Six
Holding a celebrated place among Toronto’s “Group of Seven”, Breanne Wilson-Bennett is a portrait in character and resilience. Serving as an alternate captain, belonging to a tremendous trinity of leadership…
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Tremendous time for Toronto Six blueliner Kati Tabin
Belonging to an exceptional group of highly talented skaters that contributed a new chapter to Canadian hockey history, the majesty of the Isobel Cup has provided Kati Tabin with a…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Claire Jackson | Whitby, ON, Canada
MEET CLAIRE! Tell us about yourself! I live in Whitby, Ontario, Canada and have played hockey since I was 3 years old. I proudly play for the Whitby Wolves Rep…
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Krista Yip Chuck key figure in success for Team Latvia
Adding an exciting new dimension to the incomparable legacy of Canadians in the realm of international hockey, an empowering generation of female talent remains integral to the growth of the…
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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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Carabins star forward Audrey-Anne Veillette shines for Canada in dream season
Headlining a new generation of stars for Les Carabins de Montreal, the 2022-23 season provided Audrey-Anne Veillette with a pair of treasured milestones. From wearing the Maple Leaf to appearing…
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Captain Britta Curl enjoys epic third national championship with Badgers
Throughout the compelling career of Britta Curl, the opportunity to be synonymous with winning stands as the hallmark. As a star forward with North Dakota’s Bismarck Blizzard, the result was…
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Sini Karjalainen defensive gem for Vermont Catamounts
Among the greatest blueliners to wear Vermont green, Sini Karjalainen provided a tremendous skill set, serving as the heartbeat of the defense. An integral contributor in the Catamounts gaining a…
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Kacey Bellamy signs one-year contract with Connecticut Whale which includes a salary of $122,000 plus a signing bonus
PHF free agency opens with an Olympic gold medalist and eight-time World Champion making her official return to the ice BOSTON, MA – (April 20, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation…
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Czech stars Lásková and Vanišová key contributors in Isobel Cup victory
Having scored the first and final goals of the 2023 Isobel Cup championship game versus the Minnesota Whitecaps, a highly emotional 4-3 overtime final, it marked a treasured career highlight…
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Official launch of the IIHF Inspire The Next women’s campaign
(March 22, 2023) – The International Ice Hockey Federation is excited to announce the launch of Inspire The Next – a campaign aimed to inspire women to get involved in ice hockey,…
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Lasting legacy of Hurricane Hazel McCallion inspired generations (Part Two)
A proud fixture at many local sporting events, Hazel McCallion may have been the biggest fan of the Canadian national women’s team. On-hand for the 1997 and 2000 IIHF Women’s…
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Lasting legacy of Hurricane Hazel McCallion inspired generations (Part One)
A pioneering figure whose enthusiastic influence brought an incomparable importance to the growth of women’s ice hockey, “Hurricane” Hazel McCallion inspired numerous generations. Revered as Mayor of Mississauga for 38…
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The Journey of Alina Müller
At a rink close to her home in Switzerland, a much younger Alina Müller watched as a group of kids played a game on the frozen pond. It was a…
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2023 IIHF U18 Women’s World’s Recap
The 2023 IIHF Ice Hockey U18 Women’s World Championship has officially come to a close. Hosted in Östersund Sweden, eight teams; Canada, United States, Finland, Japan, Czech Republic, Switzerland, Slovakia,…
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World class competitors a key cornerstone of Vancouver Griffins
Establishing a legacy as the first professional women’s ice hockey club of the new millennium based in Vancouver, the Griffins brought a combination of enthusiasm, aspiration and mission to the province’s…
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Remarkable year for Reagan Rust, a tremendous portrait of character
Becoming a symbol of hope and courage, Reagan Rust remains a key contributor in the game’s narrative. On the ice, she starred at the NCAA level with the Rochester Institute…
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