Locker Talk keeps you up to date on the latest women’s hockey activities around the world. Here you’ll find the latest happenings around the rink, from hockey parents sharing their perspectives to reviews of the latest hockey equipment on the market.
Learning to play ice hockey later in life
No Maximum Age Required Learning a new sport later in life can certainly be daunting, especially a sport as fast paced and physical as ice hockey. Whether it be the…
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Amanda Asay forged a lasting legacy excelling in two sports
Only 33 years young, Amanda Asay lived a remarkable life. One, which encompassed so much promise, representing the exciting potential for women in sport and society. With a series of athletic…
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The IIHF’s Paternalism Runs Deep
The outrage over the IIHF’s decision to cancel the U18 Women’s World Championships for the second year in a row is justified, and justified only because, for the second year…
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Let the puck drop at Women’s U18 World Hockey Championships
For the second year in a row, the U18 Women’s World Championships have been cancelled due to “safety concerns” while the Men’s U20 World Juniors continues as scheduled. Both teams…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Seonaid Parker | Perth, Australia
MEET SEONAID PARKER! Tell us about yourself! Hi! My name is Seonaid Parker, I am 26 years old, and I live in Perth, Western Australia. I was fortunate enough to…
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Gabrielle Rousseau plays huge role in historic win for Gaitors
With a hockey tradition that dates back decades, the 2021-22 season has provided the Bishop’s University Gaiters with an exciting new chapter. Enjoying their inaugural season of U Sports women’s…
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Goaltender Charley Wing wonderful in home opener for Gaiters
With a Bishop’s Gaiters roster that features a quartet of solid goaltending talent, including Jade Shushu Saulnier-Cyr, Aglaé René de Cotret and Faith Miller, Charley Wing has quickly emerged as…
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PWHPA All-Stars vs. Japan National Team Trip Cancelled
PWHPA All-Stars vs. Japan National Team Trip Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Restrictions Due to the ongoing pandemic, the Japanese government has announced new restrictions that will not allow the PWHPA’s…
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Historical achievements is a season to remember for Kristen Welsh
In a time of several fantastic firsts, the autumn solstice has propelled Kirsten Welsh into a position of prominence. The Blackstock, Ontario native, Welsh enjoyed the opportunity to achieve numerous…
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A game for us all
I’m sure most of you have heard about the recent events that occurred at a recent high school hockey game in Pennsylvania. A young women goalie playing on a men’s…
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The importance of community in women’s hockey
Learning to play sports as a child can help develop important life skills like meeting new friends, teamwork and leadership—especially when playing on a hockey team! But, unfortunately, hockey isn’t…
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The truth about comparison
How many times have we been told not to compare ourselves to others? For me, countless times and it is also something I frequently say to others as well. New…
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Soaring Eagles host Jamie Huntley-Park Memorial Game
Revered as one of the elite programs in NCAA Division III women’s ice hockey, the Elmira Soaring Eagles have built a tremendous culture, with the values of belonging, respect and…
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A call to stand up
For me, it began last week as whispers around the my three youth players’ home association’s rink, from one female hockey parent to another, “Have you seen the video of…
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Three traits of a mentally tough athlete
Who believes improving your physical strength will improve your on-ice performance? (The majority of us raise our hands). Ok, so what do you do to improve physical strength? You may…
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Miss Vermont aims to elevate girls hockey
Joanna Nagle recently crowned 2021 Miss Vermont plans to use her platform to help grow the game for young girls in hockey. Nagle fell in love with hockey at the…
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Puerto Rico women’s hockey wins Amerigol Latam Cup
The Puerto Rico women’s hockey team claimed victory at the 2021 Amerigol Latam Cup in Florida. Team captain and professional player for EVRY VIRY in France, Jazmine Miley, along with…
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First day of sledge hockey practice
9:00am when I arrived at the rink, there was a practice underway for the Elite level. The players were unbelievable to watch. Obviously very skilled as they maneuvered their sleds with…
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Cianna Lieffers makes debut at 2021 Women’s World Championship
Among her most impressive achievements, Lieffers was merely 23 when she became only the third woman to attain Hockey Canada’s Level 5 Officials Certification. Holding a place on the…
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UNB Reds host inaugural camp for Indigenous Girls
With a start date of October 17, Fredericton’s Aitken University Centre serving as host facility, the Reds are launching the Indigenous Girls Learn To Play Hockey Camp; open to players…
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7 things college coaches won’t tell you
Coaches don’t always have enough time to help you with your individual skill development. Coaches are hired to win games and championships. They spend a majority of their time focusing…
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Experiencing para hockey for the first time
My name is Amanda and ever since I was a young girl I’ve been really into physical activities. Sports have always been a huge part of my life, and I…
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Equipment Review: Stark Hockey MFG Line
When I first began playing ice hockey a few years ago, I purchased used hockey pants to keep the equipment costs down. The pants were men’s size small Bauer hockey…
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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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