Four Nations Tournament highlights exciting time for USA Bandy
Following an impactful 2023 that saw the United States earn a podium finish at the Federation of International Bandy (FIB) Women’s World championships, an exciting tournament promises to build on…
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Celebrating Women’s History Month: Honoring Women in Hockey
This Women’s History Month, we would like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to the countless women who have played pivotal roles in shaping the landscape of…
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Female Powerhouse Spotlight: Genevieve Lacasse | Two-time Olympian & PWHL Front Office
Welcome to Women’s Hockey Life (WHL) Female Powerhouse Spotlight! Where we highlight a former or current female athlete tackling the male-dominated industry! 💪🏒 This month we had the pleasure of talking…
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Empowering Trailblazers: Black Girl Hockey Club Canada Honors Historic Contributions of Black Women in Hockey
To commemorate Black History Month (February), the Black Girl Hockey Club Canada (BGHC) recently took to social media to celebrate the extraordinary contributions of black women who have paved the…
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Fill the Garden focal point of historic Beanpot Tournament
In a season that sees the launch of PWHL Boston and the Centennial of the Boston Bruins, equally notable is TD Garden serving as host venue for the Women’s Dunkin’…
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Coach Don MacLeod a tremendous figure in building Northeastern hockey
Revered as a dynasty in Hockey East, the last decade has seen the Northeastern Huskies feature a who’s who of elite women’s ice hockey talent. While the efforts of head…
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Maggie Jones magnificent for undefeated Canadians in Liberec
Backstopping Canada to the gold medal at the ISBHF U21 Worlds, Maggie Jones became a national hero. Providing consistency throughout the event, sporting an undefeated mark and a shutout in…
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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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Undefeated 1987-88 Huskies land in Northeastern Hall of Fame
As the only team in program history to enjoy an undefeated season, the 1987-88 Northeastern Huskies have gained a well-deserved place in the pantheon of university athletics. Earning a place…
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Sense Arena VR key learning tool for PWHL top pick Taylor Heise
Enjoying a tremendous momentum as the historic first pick overall in the inaugural PWHL Entry Draft, Taylor Heise is committed to elevating her game to a new dimension. Becoming 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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Chief Thunderstick tournament provides homecoming for LIU Sharks star Carrigan Umpherville
A role model in the Pimicikamak Cree Nation, the legacy of Carrigan Umpherville continues to grow. Among the most accomplished female ice hockey players from Manitoba in the last decade,…
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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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Amanda Kessel, recently promoted by the Pittsburgh Penguins
Professional ice hockey player and member of the United States women’s national ice hockey team, Amanda Kessel has just recently been promoted by the Pittsburgh Penguins as the special assistant…
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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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Abby Bercier an essential leader for Mixed Nations at Chief Thunderstick
Serving in the role of assistant captain for the Mixed Nations team, Abigail (Abby) Constant Bercier provided an essential presence at the 2023 Chief Thunderstick tournament. With more a decade…
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Pamela Tanner proud to serve as captain with Cross Lake Lady Islanders
Bringing close to two decades of competitive experience, Pamela Tanner is the cornerstone of the Cross Lake Lady Islanders. Serving in the role of team captain for the 2023 Chief…
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Marah Wagner making her mark with RPI Engineers
Establishing herself as a key figure for the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) Engineers offensive attack, Marah Wagner provides a tremendous consistency. In each of her two seasons, the Engineers won…
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PHF scoring champion Loren Gabel and her legendary season
Masterfully assembling one of the greatest seasons in PHF history, Loren Gabel joins a group of acclaimed performers belonging to a pantheon of brilliance. Becoming the fourth skater in Boston…
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Compelling season culminates with championship for Cami Kronish
Standing between the pipes for one of the signature programs of NCAA women’s ice hockey, Cami Kronish delivered on all accounts in a dream season. Leading the Wisconsin Badgers to…
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Mariah Keopple part of captivating time for Princeton Tigers
Belonging to an unprecedented era of success for the Princeton Tigers, Mariah Keopple provided a strong presence and consistency. Garnering multiple nods as an ECAC All-Academic, Keopple, raised in Menomonie,…
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Bulldogs great Emma Seitz earns Mandi Schwartz Scholar Athlete Award
An essential figure in propelling the Yale Bulldogs into the national spotlight, the accumulation of awards and honors stand as testament to the influence of Emma Seitz. With such an…
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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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Rookie sensation Summer Rae Dobson an impact player for Buffalo Beauts
As a strong class of newcomers and rookies emerged as an essential theme in the 2022-23 PHF season, Summer Rae Dobson shone for the Buffalo Beauts. Finishing fourth in team…
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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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Eventful season for celebrated Bobcats captain Zoe Boyd
With one of the hallmarks of the Quinnipiac Bobcats program highlighted by a legacy of strong leadership, the contributions of Zoe Boyd as team captain during 2022-23 proved essential in…
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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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Amy Budde brings great qualities to Buffalo Beauts
Proud to be among the inspiring hockey humanitarians in PHF play, Amy Budde is a gem for the Buffalo Beauts. With a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn,…
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