The hockey world is forever changing, but you can stay up to date on everything happening around the rink here. Get the latest updates from the hockey world, find out what it’s really like to be a hockey parent, learn about hockey’s growth in other parts of the world and more.
Jamie Huntley’s impact on the hockey community
In a year that has seen the hockey community mourn the losses of iconic figures such as hockey dad Walter Gretzky, Miracle on Ice member Mark Pavelich, along with celebrated…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Amanda Fanizza | Montreal, Quebec
MEET AMANDA FANIZZA! Tell us about yourself! Hey there! I’m Amanda, new to the Women’s Hockey Life but extremely excited for this new journey on and off ice. I cannot…
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Jessica Lafrenière: Challenging the status quo
When asked what it feels like when she steps onto the ice, Jessica says, “The rush of cold air is an energizing burst of excitement. Believe it or not, I…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Chelsea Dinnin | Manitoba, Canada
MEET CHELSEA DINNIN! Tell us about yourself! My name is Chelsea Dinnin I am from a small town in Manitoba, Canada. I am a full time University student attending University…
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Turning dreams into reality: Becoming a hockey player
There is a saying that you are never too old to go for your dreams and Lisa Miller is a living example of doing just that. On her 50th birthday,…
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7 ways to boost team morale
A team is defined as a group of people coming together with a common goal. Whether you are the leader of a team or a teammate playing a supporting role,…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Brooke Soloman | Southwestern, Ontario
MEET Brooke Soloman ! Tell us about yourself! My name is Brooke Soloman and I am 9 years old. I am from a very small town in Southwestern Ontario. I started…
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The future is female: Kenya’s Ice Lions
If you were to stop by the Solar Ice Rink in Nairobi’s Panari Sky Centre on a Wednesday night or Saturday morning—pre-COVID-19, that is—you’d come across the Kenya Ice Lions…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Sierra Lipka |Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan
MEET SIERRA LIPKA! Tell us about yourself! Hi, my name is Sierra and I am a goalie from Hudson Bay, Saskatchewan. I just finished my first year of U15 hockey…
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“Everything Brooklyn, on blades”
Kelly Nash on right and Erika Lawler on left 2010 olympic silver medalist Erika Lawler alongside two-time NCAA national champion and current NJ Colonials head coach, Kelly Nash have team…
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Black Girl Hockey Club Juneteenth discussion recap
This past Saturday, Juneteenth was celebrated and it officially became a federal holiday in the United States on June 18th, 2021. Despite Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday, it was already…
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Becoming a mom and returning to hockey
As hockey players, we are aware of the strength and power our bodies possess. We take great pride in our fierce quads and glutes because they fuel our quick movements…
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Becoming a mom and returning to hockey
As hockey players, we are aware of the strength and power our bodies possess. We take great pride in our fierce quads and glutes because they fuel our quick movements…
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Seven self-care ideas for the summer
Practicing self-care over summer break may seem like a piece of cake. As fun as it sounds to relax in the sun all day, it can be easy to get…
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Ambassador Spotlight: Jaya Schippel | Edmonton, Alberta
MEET JAYA SCHIPPEL! Tell us about yourself! My hockey story may be similar to some young girls. My dad played hockey when he was younger and he enjoyed the game.…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Jordan Aris | Toronto, Ontario
MEET JORDAN ARIS! Tell us about yourself! My name is Jordan and I’m 12 years old. I been playing hockey for six years and I like to do tricks and…
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Changing hockey culture: an interview with Jessica Platt
It may come as no surprise that in the world of hockey at any level is lacking diversity in a variety of categories. While there are more programs and initiatives…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: SAVANNAH SONG| Richmond, Virginia
MEET SAVANNAH SONG! Tell us about yourself! My name is Savannah Song, I am 15 years old, and I am from Richmond, Virginia. I am a freshman in high school…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Katie Liu | Hong Kong
MEET KATIE LIU! Tell us about yourself! Hi I’m Katie and I’m from Hong Kong, where hockey isn’t popular. I started skating when I was 4 and learnt ice hockey…
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The top items you need in your hockey bag
Every hockey player knows that a lot can go wrong during practice or a game. You could damage some of your equipment or worse, injure yourself. Therefore, it is…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Madison Wiggins| Charlotte, NC
MEET MADISON WIGGINS! Tell us about yourself! My name is Madison Wiggins, I’m from Charlotte, NC, and I play collegiate ice hockey and soccer at Finlandia University. I started playing…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Abbie Shynkaruk | Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
MEET ABBIE! Tell us about yourself! Hi, my name is Abbie. I’m from Saskatoon Saskatchewan, and this year I played for the A Comet Crusaders. Next year I will be…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Hannah Whittle | England
MEET Hannah Whittle! Tell us about yourself! I’m from England. I play roller hockey for over 4 different teams across the UK (mixed and women’s). I’ve been playing roller hockey…
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The difficulties female coaches face at the grassroots level
“See it. Be it.” Four words. Two sentences. Simple idea with such a big impact. It was my long lost hockey friend Jessica Cox who shared these words with me.…
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Concussed. A Retreat focused on healing and community
For any athlete, a concussion diagnosis can be pretty scary; it does not just affect playing time or training, it affects other important areas in daily life. For every high…
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Seattle Kraken Announce Kraken Youth Hockey and Skating Academy Coaching Staff
Seattle Kraken Announce Kraken Youth Hockey and Skating Academy Coaching Staff Hockey and skating programs will be open to the public this fall at the Kraken Training Center SEATTLE…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Mikayla Christman | Warman, Saskatchewan
MEET MIKAYLA CHRISTMAN! Tell us about yourself! I am a goalie from Warman, Saskatchewan and I currently play for the female Warman AA wildcats hoping to make a AAA team…
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We Are All on the Same Team
As an avid athlete who dabbled in a few different sports, I found that I enjoyed the competitive edge sports provided. When I found street hockey, I fell in love…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Skylar Ruschpler | Sault Ste Marie, Ontario
MEET SKYLAR RUSCHPLER! Tell us about yourself! Hi! I’m Skylar and I have been skating since I was walking. I have played for eight years now, four years with boys…
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A Lesson in Unconscious Bias from Walter Gretzky
From the time I moved to SW Ontario, I was told many stories about Walter Gretzky. I heard that he was extremely approachable, very friendly, and super chatty. Since I…
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