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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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PWHPA: February Events
Catch the Professional Women’s Hockey Player’s Association (PWHPA) in action at one of their many events across North America in February*! (more…)
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CWHL Tribute: Lindsay Vine | Burlington Barracudas, Brampton Thunder
In a league filled with significant star power, one of the most accomplished featured a highly skilled forward who made her mark with the Burlington Barracudas. The pride of Kirkland…
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Women’s Hockey Life Player of the Decade: Shannon Szabados | Part Two
With recognition as the Player of the Decade by the supporters of Women’s Hockey Life, it would be easy to identify Shannon Szabados by her glories in Canada’s jersey. Capturing…
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CWHL Tribute: Allyson Fox | Brampton Thunder
Among the most likeable players during the CWHL’s decade-plus existence, Allyson Fox brought heart, tenacity and leadership in every season that she graced league ice. A former three-time OUA All-Star…
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Women’s Hockey Life Player of the Decade: Shannon Szabados | Part One
Capturing the hearts and minds of a nation following a golden outcome at the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games, it marked the beginning of a fascinating journey for Shannon Szabados, gaining…
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“Find these players a place to play.”: Women’s hockey takes centre stage at NHL All Star game
“Find these players a place to play.” That was the line used by CBC broadcaster Jim Hughson to wrap up the Elite Women’s 3-on-3 portion of the 2020 NHL All-Star…
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PWHPA Spotlight: Carolyne Prevost
A multi-sport sensation whose outstanding body of work involved seven sensational seasons of CWHL hockey, Carolyne Prevost provided a combination of tenacity and an enthusiasm for the game. With a…
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CWHL Tribute: Jessica Koizumi | Boston Blades, Montreal Stars
Having skated in five Clarkson Cup tournaments, hoisting the coveted prize twice, Jessica Koizumi is certainly one of the event’s luminaries. Holding a special place in its history, part of…
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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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CWHL Tribute: Christina Kessler | Burlington Barracudas, Toronto Furies
Part of an exclusive group of celebrated goaltenders who have enjoyed a unique Triple Crown of CWHL hockey, defined by a Clarkson Cup win, Goaltender of the Year honors and…
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RECAP: PWHPA Secret Women’s Hockey Showcase
The PWHPA Dream Gap Tour kicked off their fourth tour stop this weekend! Over 120 female athletes spread across six teams took part in the PWHPA Secret Women’s Hockey Showcase…
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CWHL Tribute: Dania Simmonds | Brampton/Markham Thunder
Durable and determined, Dania Simmonds assembled a spectacular career employing a dutiful work ethic that made her a significant asset. Numerous milestones defined such a tremendous run, one that entailed…
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Women’s Hockey Life announces partnership with PWHPA
Ottawa, ON, Canada (January 6, 2020) — Women’s Hockey Life officially announces their media partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA). Women’s Hockey Life believes in the PWHPA’s…
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PWHPA: January Events
Catch the Professional Women’s Hockey Player’s Association (PWHPA) in action at one of their many events across North America in January*! (more…)
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PWHPA announces Philadelphia Women’s Hockey Showcase
PHILADELPHIA (December 17, 2019) – The Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA) today announced the Philadelphia Women’s Hockey Showcase to support its mission to promote, and advance a single, viable professional women’s ice…
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NWHL: Allie Thunstrom | Minnesota Whitecaps
Renowned as a multi-sport star, excelling on the ice in both hockey and speed skating, Allie Thunstrom continues to amass compelling career highlights. Calling the Minnesota Whitecaps her club team,…
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PWHPA members to participate in Warrior/ECHL All-Star Classic
PRINCETON, N.J. – The ECHL, in partnership with the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association, announced on Friday that four members of the U.S. Women’s Ice Hockey Team will participate in the…
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CWHL Tribute: Sommer West
Very few individuals have enjoyed an impact so embedded in the lore of the CWHL, let alone the nascent of professional female hockey as Sommer West. More than just a…
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PWHPA Spotlight: Dream Gap Tour | Toronto Unifor Showcase Recap
Among the most positive and inspiring elements of sport in 2019, the launch of the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA) is a superlative example of teamwork and unison, generating…
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PWHPA: December Events
Catch the Professional Women’s Hockey Player’s Association (PWHPA) in action at one of their many events across North America in December*! (more…)
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