AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Violet Lennon | England, UK
MEET VIOLET! Tell us about yourself! Hi I’m Violet and I’m 9 from the U.K. I’m the goaltender for Deeside Dragons U12, Manchester Storm U16 girls and part 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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Theresa Schafzahl shines for Vermont with offensive brilliance
The most prolific scorer in the history of the Vermont Catamounts, Theresa Schafzahl proved integral in heralding an unprecedented era of success. With the Catamounts enjoying back-to-back seasons of 22…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Keeley Oxtoby | Milton Keynes, England
MEET KEELEY! Tell us about yourself! I am nearly 15 years old and from the South East of England. I have only been playing ice hockey for a year now…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Grace Ralphs | Nottingham, England
MEET GRACE! Tell us about yourself! My name is Grace Ralphs, I am 16 and I am from Nottingham. I got into ice hockey through watching the Nottingham Panthers which…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Siân Tucker | England
MEET SIÂN! Tell us about yourself! I am 17 and I live in the South of England. I am an Ice hockey player and coach. I have been playing for…
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Chloé Aurard and her captivating career at Northeastern
Having established herself as one of the greatest to wear the jersey of the Northeastern Huskies, Chloé Aurard crafted an incredible body of work that future players shall strive to…
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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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Around the Rink, Europe, IIHF, Leagues, Locker Talk, NCAA D1, Olympics, Pro, Skill Development, University
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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International play a proud milestone for Annamária Suráková
One of the most promising players for Slovakia’s national team, the 2021-22 season represented a breakthrough for Annamária Suráková. With a wealth of experience, competing at an elite level in…
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From Husky to Sabre: Moving overseas to play pro
Guten tag Women’s Hockey Life readers! Emily Reid; #74 of the EHV Sabres here. Where to begin? 1 month ago, I packed up my life into a hockey bag, a…
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Playing Professional Hockey in Kazakhstan
Hi my name is Breanna Berndsen, Breezy for short! I’m 23 years old and started playing hockey when I was four. I played for the University of North Dakota for…
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Switzerland’s Noemi Ryhner aims for strong hockey future
If there’s one thing the COVID-19 pandemic has taught Noemi Ryhner, it’s how to take uncertainty in stride. “Every setback that an athlete has to endure makes you stronger for…
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KEC-Frauen earns promotion to Germany’s top women’s hockey league
As Cologne’s Kölner Eishockey Club (KEC)-Frauen can attest to, earning promotion to Germany’s top women’s hockey league, the Deutsche Frauen-Eishockey Liga (DFEL), is no easy feat. Step one: Win the…
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Kelly Murray joins former Inferno teammates on Sweden’s SDE
Belonging to one of the most celebrated families in hockey, Kelly Murray added an exciting new chapter to a growing legacy. After winning the 2019 Clarkson Cup with her sister…
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Valerie Lamenta backstops KMH Budapest to championship title
One of the greatest goaltenders in both OUA and U SPORTS play during the 2010s, a decade that saw an amazing gathering of talent that redefined the phenomenal quality of…
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Melanie Jue helps China’s Vanke Rays to first league championship
Sandwiched in between Melanie Jue’s appearances at ISBHF World Championships for Canada was the chance to be part of an exciting new era for professional women’s ice hockey. With the…
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Katia Clement-Heydra continues pro career with Sweden’s MODO
With the city of Montreal serving as a hub for elite women’s ice hockey during the 2010s, defined by a shared dynasty between the McGill Martlets and the CWHL’s Stars/Canadiennes…
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Princeton’s Stephanie Neatby joins pro ranks in Sweden
In a tremendous season for the Princeton Tigers, culminating with the prestige of the ECAC postseason crown, an unprecedented first, one of its key contributors experienced a career year between…
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Erica Rieder makes pro hockey debut in Sweden with MODO
Belonging to a celebrated group of Canadian stars extending their careers with professional endeavors in Europe, Erica Rieder’s inaugural season overseas involved the enjoyable experience of wearing the jersey of…
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Lindsey Post continues career overseas with SDE
In the latter half of the 2010s, Lindsey Post enjoyed the opportunity to stand between the pipes for three unique teams, crafting an exceptional legacy. Reaching an exalted status in…
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Sarah Steele finishes third season in Europe’s professional ranks
Among a highly talented number of players who have honed their superlative skills with the nationally prominent Boston University Terriers, blueliner Sarah Steele has added to a strong program legacy.…
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Kaitlin Lowy joins KMH Budapest after U SPORTS career
Among the finest forwards to have worn the iconic red, black and yellow colors of the Guelph Gryphons, Kaitlin Lowy holds a cherished place among the program’s immortals. (more…)
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Lauren Wildfang: Colgate Raiders | Modo (SDHL)
Suiting up to play in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League with the highly competitive Modo franchise last season, it marked the extension of a proud on-ice journey for Lauren Wildfang.…
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EWHL: Audrey-Ann Boutour | Neuberg Highlanders
In a decade that has seen so many Canadian university stars continue to ply their trade across the Atlantic, while finding new opportunities to excel in ball hockey, the remarkable…
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Interviews with Great Britain’s women’s ball hockey team
I’ve been interested in doing something that showed players that even if you start playing hockey later in life, you can still work towards your dreams and something that showed…
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Growth of Ball Hockey in the UK
I just wanted to take some time to show some appreciation for BHUK (Ball Hockey UK) and recognize their growth over the years. They recently hosted a Junior Draft Tournament…
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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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2018-19 season history-making for Italy’s Alleghe Hockey Girls
For nine years in a row, the EV Bozen Eagles dominated Italy’s women’s ice hockey league, claiming the championship title every season from 2009-10 to 2017-18. However, their string of…
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SDHL: Sonja van der Bliek | Brynäs IF
For a club looking to rebuild, ready to reclaim its place among the elite clubs in the SDHL, Brynäs IF enjoyed the luxury of acquiring a goaltender whose hockey resume…
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