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PWHPA Spotlight: Lauren Dahm
Having assembled a distinguished career, built on resiliency, sportsmanship and character, Lauren Dahm established herself as an integral facet of American women’s ice hockey in the 2010s. Highlighted by the…
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Kristen Barbara joins Toronto Six roster for inaugural season
With anticipation building over the return of professional women’s ice hockey to Toronto, the most intriguing facet may involve the construction of the roster. Becoming the first Canadian team in…
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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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PWHPA announces new region based structure for 2020-21 season
A year after the barnstorming “Dream Gap Tour” began, the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA) is set to announce a new structure for the 2020-21 season. Based on feedback…
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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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Amber Bowman furthers professional and personal life through elite hockey
Belonging to an exceptional group of multi-sport talents whose superlative skills have involved competition on the highly competitive surfaces of CWHL ice, Amber Bowman redefined the impact of a role…
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KRS veteran Rachel Llanes reaches 150 career games milestone
With a thrilling hockey journey, that has spanned three leagues, an equal number of championships and the chance to participate in the Women’s Winter Classic, the 2019-20 season supplied Rachel…
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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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Sami Jo Small | Part Three: Manitoba roots
Following a highly eventful 2014 consisting of the jubilation of a Clarkson Cup championship and an exciting All-Star Game milestone, returning to the Air Canada Centre, where Sami Jo Small…
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Sami Jo Small | Part Two: CWHL playing career
Following the Mississauga Chiefs appearance in the 2010 Clarkson Cup tournament, the theme of change continued in the CWHL tenure of co-founder Sami Jo Small. In what proved to be…
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Sami Jo Small | Part One: The beginning of the CWHL
Holding a celebrated place in Canadian hockey lore, the extraordinary life of Sami Jo Small is one filled with achievement, inspiration and perseverance. With a sterling ice hockey career that…
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From CWHL to Russia: Jessica Wong wins WHL Championship with Vanke Rays
Selected with the first pick overall in the 2013 CWHL Draft, the arrival of Jessica Wong marked a turning point in the history of the Calgary Inferno. Part of a…
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PWHPA Spotlight: Kassidy Sauvé
Among the most prodigious goaltenders of the last decade, including the prized achievement of a gold medal at the IIHF Under-18 Women’s Worlds, plus the historic feat of back-to-back Frozen…
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PWHPA Spotlight: Liz Knox
With a sterling list of achievements, including the Brodrick Trophy, a Clarkson Cup championship ring, Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL) All-Star captaincy, plus a gold medal from the Winter Universiade,…
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PWHPA Spotlight: Blake Bolden paving the way as NHL scout
Anyone who is a fan of hockey knows the name Blake Bolden; she was the first African-American player in the NWHL and her defensive plays combined with her solid shots…
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RECAP: PWHPA Dream Gap Tour | Arizona Showcase
The PWHPA made their final stop on their Dream Gap Tour in Tempe, Arizon, where fans surrounded the Oceanside Arena to watch two teams: Team McGovern and Team Newkirk. Both…
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She’s worth it: The PWHPA’s impact on hockey
This is an exciting time for hockey. I first typed “This is an exciting time for women’s hockey” but the truth of the matter is it isn’t just women that…
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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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RECAP: PWHPA Dream Gap Tour | Philadelphia
The much anticipated stop in Philadelphia for the PWHPA Dream Gap Tour kicked off with an incredible start! (more…)
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PWHPA announces ESPN and Monumental Sports Network as streaming partners
PHILADELPHIA (February 27th, 2020) – The Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA) announces new streaming platforms for the final two Dream Gap Tour stops of the 2019-2020 season, with ESPN…
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CWHL Tribute: Mandi Duhamel | Ottawa Lady Senators & Calgary Inferno
Both a local legend and an internationally accomplished coach, Mandi Duhamel’s contributions to women’s ice hockey also involved the nascent and closing years of the CWHL. Starring for the University…
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Katie Guay embraces opportunity to stay in hockey through officiating
Among the most accomplished in her profession, Katie Guay is a highly admired official whose career is synonymous with both, success and advancing the game forward. Her most recent brush…
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Kelly Cooke opens doors for next generation at NHL All Star Weekend
Emerging as a highly inspiring and influential figure in the potential future for female officials in ice hockey, Kelly Cooke has already constructed an incredible legacy. With a superlative body…
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CWHL Tribute: Carly Hill | Montreal Stars and Canadiennes
Employing a quiet demeanor and an ethereal serenity, Carly Hill brought a reliability and consistency to the Montreal blueline. Whether it was the nomenclature of Stars or Canadiennes, Hill established…
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CWHL Tribute: Laura Hosier | Brampton Thunder
Although one of the greatest hallmarks in the history of the Brampton/Markham Thunder franchise involved the number of Olympic talent that skated for them, just as relevant was the exceptional…
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Kacey Bellamy’s journey to NHL All Star Weekend
With eight IIHF World Championships and three Winter Games medals, highlighted by gold in 2018, Kacey Bellamy, a highly likeable and articulate individual with an engaging personality, is already in…
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Brianna Decker reflects on second NHL All Star Weekend experience
Revered as one of the world’s finest women’s ice hockey players, Brianna Decker can now add the title of NHL pioneer to her amazing list of accolades and honors. As…
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CWHL Tribute: Tara Watchorn | Team Alberta, Boston Blades
Among a rare group of highly accomplished competitors whose CWHL careers have resulted in play on both sides of the border, Tara Watchorn also holds a revered place as one…
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PWHPA Spotlight: Kelsey Koelzer set to make NCAA coaching debut
It seems as though there is nothing that Kelsey Koelzer cannot do; as a former NWHL player for the Metropolitan Riveters, member of the NHL/NHLPA Female Hockey Advisory Committee,…
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