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AERIN FRANKEL, MEGAN KELLER, HILARY KNIGHT SIGN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE (PWHL) CONTRACTS WITH BOSTON
Boston bolsters lineup with World Champions at all three positionsTORONTO, ON (September 7, 2023) – The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) today announced the first three players to sign free agent contracts…
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KENDALL COYNE SCHOFIELD, KELLY PANNEK, LEE STECKLEIN SIGN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE (PWHL) CONTRACTS WITH MINNESOTA
State of Hockey welcomes trio of U.S. Olympians inked to three-year dealsTORONTO, ON (September 6, 2023) – The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) today announced the first three players to sign free…
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RENATA FAST, SARAH NURSE, BLAYRE TURNBULL SIGN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE (PWHL) CONTRACTS WITH TORONTO
Trio of Olympic gold medalists calling Toronto home for next three yearsTORONTO, ON (September 6, 2023) – The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) today announced the first three players to…
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EMILY CLARK, BRIANNE JENNER, EMERANCE MASCHMEYER SIGN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE (PWHL) CONTRACTS WITH OTTAWA
Canadian Olympians commit to nation’s capital on three-year termsTORONTO, ON (September 5, 2023) – The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) today announced the first three players to sign free agent…
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PWHL MEDIA CONFERENCE RECAP – SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) hosted a virtual media conference with all six newly appointed General Managers today via Zoom. Some highlights from the media conference include:Boston GM Danielle Marmer on the…
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PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE (PWHL)ANNOUNCES GENERAL MANAGERS FOR SIX TEAMS
Danielle Marmer, Natalie Darwitz, Danièle Sauvageau,Pascal Daoust, Michael Hirshfeld, Gina Kingsbury to lead PWHL roster buildingTORONTO, ON (September 1, 2023) – The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) today announced the General Managers…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Mia Banaszak | Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MEET Mia! Tell us about yourself! I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I started skating when I was 3 years old and have been in love with hockey ever since. I…
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PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY LEAGUE (PWHL) SETS FOUNDATION FOR INAUGURAL SEASON
Boston, Minnesota, Montreal, New York, Ottawa, and Toronto are home to first six teams Player selection process, including draft and free agency guidelines, announced TORONTO, ON (August 29, 2023) – The Professional…
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Beer League Girls (Book)
Nadine AuCoin is a fiction writer, mother of three, and a grandmother based in Fort McMurray, Alberta. She is the author of two novels. “Naked Souls Collide” and “A Small…
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Isobel Cup celebration adds to Lindsay Eastwood’s local legacy
Among the most accomplished skaters from Canada’s Capital Region, Lindsay Eastwood never forgot her hometown roots. A captain with the Nepean Jr. Wildcats, winning a league championship, followed by 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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Remi Harvey holds pioneering presence with champion Sydney Sirens
Among the star players for the Sydney Sirens, Remi Harvey holds a pioneering place. Having enjoyed all three championships in franchise history, first suiting up as a Siren in her…
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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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Michelle Clark Crumpton brings committed presence to Perth Inferno
Among the premier scorers of the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League (AWIHL), Michelle Clark-Crumpton brings a significant star power. Skating for the Perth Inferno, earning a place as one of…
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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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Captain Ava Boutilier guards the crease for New Hampshire Wildcats
Having enjoyed six seasons of New Hampshire Wildcats hockey, the experience marked an unforgettable time for highly talented goaltender Ava Boutilier. Belonging to a highly skilled generation of talent hailing…
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Frederike Cyr a resilient forward for UNB Reds
Among the generation of greats that built a new era of brilliance for the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Reds, Frederike Cyr provided a strong work ethic. Nicknamed Freddy, also…
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A tale of ambition – Between Two Continents
Starting her hockey journey just nine months ago, passion and dedication have propelled Ayşe and she is eager to leave a mark on the rink. A Journey Begins: Ayşe Kolçak’s (9 y.o, from Istanbul)…
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5 Ways to Make Money from Your Love for Hockey
We’re huge fans of women’s hockey here. And our loyal readership keeps us going. This time, we wanted to give back to the readers.There might be many opportunities for hockey…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Kingsley Barker | Oro-Medonte, ON, Canada
MEET KINGSLEY! Tell us about yourself! My name is Kingsley and I am from Oro-Medonte, Ontario. I started playing hockey when I was 6. Covid took a couple seasons away…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Annabelle Chiasson | Newcastle, ON, Canada
MEET ANNABELLE! Tell us about yourself! I am from Newcastle, Ontario. I currently play U11AA Tier 1 for the Whitby Wolves. What made you want to be a WHL Brand…
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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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New Women’s Pro Hockey league to Launch in 2024
INITIATIVE, LED BY MARK AND KIMBRA WALTER, BILLIE JEAN KING HAS PWHPA AND PHF SUPPORTCHICAGO AND BOSTON, JUNE 30, 2023 — A new professional hockey league, featuring the world’s best…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Bailey Medved | Pittsburgh, PA, USA
MEET BAILEY! Tell us about yourself! My name is Bailey Medved and I am from Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. I’ve been playing hockey since I was 6 years old, and I have…
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Chief Thunderstick tournament a family affair for Shaylyn Constant
In the growing legend of the Chief Thunderstick tournament, the presence of Shaylyn Constant and her husband Brady Keeper created history. Both belonging to championship rosters in 2023, in what…
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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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WHL Podcast Episode 26: Blayre Turnbull
Tune in 🎧 with guest host Chloe Murphy as she speaks with World Champion, 2x Olympic medalist and current PWHPA player, Blayre Turnbull. Blayre tells us about her favourite and…
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