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PWHPA Dream Gap Tour heads to Chicago
CHICAGO (September 17, 2019) – Teaming up to celebrate women in sports and promote gender equality, Deerfield based Magellan Corporation, together with Billie Jean King Enterprises, announce the launch of…
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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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Where ice meets paper: Inequality in women’s hockey
Women’s sports have come a long way Women’s sports have come a long way since the early 1960s, when I first donned a pair of skates. But we’ve got a…
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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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CWHL Tribute: Lisa-Marie Breton-Lebreux | Montréal Stars/Canadiennes
Reputed as one the kindest, most generous people in hockey, Lisa-Marie Breton-Lebreux brought an unforgettable presence to the CWHL, placing her into legendary status. With a heart of gold that…
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Noora Raty gears up for her next challenge in women’s hockey
It was unforgettable. Three months ago, goalie Noora Raty heroically backstopped Finland to an historic silver medal at the 2019 IIHF Women’s World Championship in her native Espoo. Her team…
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CWHL Tribute: Molly Engstrom | Brampton Thunder, Boston Blades
The first American superstar in the history of the CWHL, Molly Engstrom was a highly likeable player whose quiet dignity and fundamentally sound game made her an invaluable member of…
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CWHL Tribute: Don Simmons | Brampton/Markham Thunder
While the collaborative presence of world-class skaters that graced CWHL ice served as its drawing card, integral to moulding its mythology, the league’s sustainability and longevity were evident in its…
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CWHL Tribute: Jessica Platt | Toronto Furies
On a Toronto Furies roster loaded with notable names, Jessica Platt emerged as a highly admired talent, gaining fans throughout all of the CWHL’s markets. Gracing the ice with a…
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CWHL Tribute: Laura Dostaler | Calgary Inferno
As the only player to have competed in every season of the Team Alberta/Calgary Inferno franchise, Laura Dostaler holds an esteemed place in both, CWHL and Western Canadian, hockey mythology.…
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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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CWHL Tribute: Kelly Murray | Calgary Inferno | 2019 Clarkson Cup champion
Belonging to one of hockey’s greatest families, the 2018-19 season allowed Kelly Murray a number of cherished milestones, burnishing the narrative of her professional sojourn, simultaneously affirming her sparkling legacy…
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CWHL Tribute: Megan Myers | Boston/Worcester Blades
Having enjoyed five seasons with the Blades organization, Megan Myers evolved from ingénue to franchise cornerstone. With over 100 appearances in the iconic black and gold, among the all-time leaders…
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CWHL Tribute: Ella Matteucci | Markham Thunder
Belonging to a formidable Markham Thunder draft class that included Victoria Bach, the eventual recipient of the CWHL Rookie of the Year Award, Ryerson Rams captain Ailish Forfar, who ended…
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Kelly Cooke balances NWHL role, officiating, legal studies, and more
Participating in the inaugural season of the modern NWHL, contributing towards the Boston Pride winning the first Isobel Cup, Kelly Cooke earned a unique place in American hockey history. While…
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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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#ForTheGame Movement’s impact on women’s hockey
Writer’s note: This article was originally written for and was chosen as the winner of the Canadian Women’s Hockey League (CWHL)’s Globe and Mail “Fan Article of the Month” series.…
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CWHL Tribute: Lauren Dahm | Boston/Worcester Blades
Possessing a wondrous work ethic and stability between the pipes that instilled confidence in her teammates, Lauren Dahm quickly emerged as the face of the Boston/Worcester Blades franchise. As the…
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Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association Formed
At the beginning of the month, women’s hockey players around the world united for change. Today, they’ve united to form the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association. Here’s their press release…
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CWHL: Brooke Webster | Markham Thunder
During the 2018-19 CWHL season, home ice advantage took on a special meaning for Brooke Webster. Garbed in the trendy green jersey of the Markham Thunder, it presented the gifted…
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BREAKING: Women’s hockey players unite for change
A month ago, when the CWHL announced they were folding, we wrote about the positive implications this could have for women’s hockey. Today, we’re proud to see the incredible women…
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SDHL: Kayla Gardner – Brynäs IF
After a respectable rookie campaign with the CWHL’s Calgary Inferno, one which saw Kayla Gardner grace the ice in 28 games played (including playoffs), the next chapter of her hockey…
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Toronto Furies’ Anissa Gamble spreads diabetes awareness
As the 2018-19 season represented an exciting new chapter for the Toronto Furies, highlighted by the anticipated arrival of star players such as Shea Tiley and Sarah Nurse, restoring optimism…
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SDHL: Tawnya Guindon – Leksands IF
Having served as a captain for two seasons with the Carleton University Ravens, based out of Canada’s capital region, Tawnya Guindon’s game blossomed under the values of strong leadership. Also…
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A message from Women’s Hockey Life on Graeme Roustan
Last week, we wrote about the folding of the CWHL and our belief that women’s hockey would be okay. This week, we’re telling you why we believe this to be…
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The Québécoises of the Connecticut Whale
Jauna Baribeau and Vanessa Gagnon The Connecticut Whale of the NWHL, had two forwards this season from the Province of Quebec, Quebecers, or as the French-Canadians say, Québécoise. One was…
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The end of the CWHL could mean more for women’s hockey
If you go on social media right now and search CWHL, you’ll see a lot of negativity. You’ll see players who have given their lives to women’s hockey no longer…
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CWHL Rookies: Venla Hovi – Calgary Inferno
Having won a U SPORTS national championship with the University of Manitoba Bisons, Finnish superstar Venla Hovi has enjoyed the opportunity to remain in Western Canada. Donning the paraphernalia of…
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CWHL Rookies: Annie Belanger – Calgary Inferno
Selected by the Calgary Inferno with the 17th overall pick, Annie Belanger, the second goaltender taken in the 2018 CWHL Draft, has proven to be a pick of high value.…
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