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All-Canadian Shae Demale sensational for SMU Huskies
Assembling a season to remember, Saint Mary’s Huskies forward and leading scorer Shae Demale ascended to superstar status. Hailing from Red Deer, Alberta, the four-time Academic All-Canadian enjoyed a highlight…
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Lauren Kelly named Denna Laing Award recipient
Boston Pride defender recognized for perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication during 2022-23 seasonBOSTON, MA – (April 13, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced that defender Lauren Kelly of the Boston Pride has…
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Free agency open for 2023-24 PHF season
Player contracts will be part of the record $1.5 million salary cap per teamBOSTON, MA (April 12, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced that the unrestricted free agency period…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Sophia Reformado | Houston, TX, USA
MEET SOPHIA! Tell us about yourself! Hello, my name is Sophia and I’m from Houston, Texas! I play hockey, go to school and I like to play outside with my…
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Final season one to remember for Dinos captain Jordyn Burgar
Heading into her final season with the Calgary Dinos, Jordyn Burgar experienced a tremendous amount of momentum. Enjoying the milestone of being named team captain, Burgar, raised in Sylvan Lake,…
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Chloé Aurard and her captivating career at Northeastern
Having established herself as one of the greatest to wear the jersey of the Northeastern Huskies, Chloé Aurard crafted an incredible body of work that future players shall strive to…
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Giving back to the community a labour of love for Marion Hillard Award winner Ève Leblanc
Among the many celebrated hallmarks of the Saint Mary’s Huskies hockey program involves a tremendous group of wondrous women that have earned the Atlantic University Sports (AUS) Student Athlete Community…
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Brodrick Trophy a key milestone for Kendra Woodland
Assembling one of the greatest seasons of any goaltender in U Sports ice hockey, Kendra Woodland reached a revered pinnacle, placing her in a pantheon of brilliance. Rewarded for her…
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Czech stars Lásková and Vanišová key contributors in Isobel Cup victory
Having scored the first and final goals of the 2023 Isobel Cup championship game versus the Minnesota Whitecaps, a highly emotional 4-3 overtime final, it marked a treasured career highlight…
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Flanagan named PHF defender of the year
Boston Pride blue liner led her position in points-per-game average during 2022-23 seasonBOSTON, MA – (April 6, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced that Kali Flanagan of the Boston Pride has…
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Taylor Woods tremendous contributor for Isobel Cup champion Toronto
Capturing an Isobel Cup championship in their third year of existence, victory was only part of the narrative for the Toronto Six. Among the most endearing facets, highlighted by the…
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Gabel and Schroeder earn first-year PHF awards
Boston Pride’s Loren Gabel named Newcomer of the Year and Corinne Schroeder named Rookie of the Year for 2022-23 PHF seasonBOSTON, MA – (April 4, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Zach Perkins | East Longmeadow, MA, USA
MEET ZACH! Tell us about yourself! My name is Zach Perkins, I am currently the head coach of the Anna Maria College Women’s Hockey program and currently live in Massachusetts.…
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WHL Podcast Episode 25: Pamela Bilger and Liane Dixon
Tune in 🎧 with guest host Ashley Mouzzon as she speaks with 2022 Women’s ISBHF World Masters Championship gold medalists, Pamela Bilger and Liane Dixon. Liane and Pamela both discuss…
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Female Powerhouse Spotlight: Reagan Rust | Professional Hockey Player & Mental Health Advocate
Welcome to Women’s Hockey Life (WHL) Female Powerhouse Spotlight! Where once a month we highlight a former or current female athlete tackling the male-dominated industry! 💪 🏒This month we had…
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“Why I love to play hockey” by Mariella Malfara
What started out as a thank you letter Mariella wrote to her mom back in December, has now become a way for Mariella to share her story, love and passion…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Jordyn White | Sudbury, ON, Canada
MEET JORDYN! Tell us about yourself! I was born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario. I am a student in grade 5 and the youngest of seven children. I come from…
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PHF Announces Awards Finalists for 2022-23 Season
New categories and criteria introduced to enhance annual honorsBOSTON, MA – (March 23, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced a list of finalists for its annual awards that includes…
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Official launch of the IIHF Inspire The Next women’s campaign
(March 22, 2023) – The International Ice Hockey Federation is excited to announce the launch of Inspire The Next – a campaign aimed to inspire women to get involved in ice hockey,…
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PHF and PHWA Announce Media Partnership
PHWA’s New Women’s Hockey Chapter to Select PHF’s Most Valuable PlayerBOSTON, MA – (March 22, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation (PHF), in association with the Professional Hockey Writers Association (PHWA), has…
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Madison Willan makes her mark at Winter Universiade
Celebrated as a multi-sport sensation, Madison Willan added another exceptional achievement. Earning the call for the Canadian contingent at the 2023 Winter Universiade in Lake Placid, New York, dynasty and…
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Maximizing Your Workout: Strength Training for Women Hockey Players
By: KickoffThe way you train off the ice will determine how well you perform on the ice. Women’s hockey continues to get faster and more physical, which means strength training…
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PHF 2023 Isobel Cup Championship coming to Mullet Arena on March 26
PHF PARTNERS WITH ARIZONA COYOTES AND OVG360 TO BRING PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S HOCKEY TO THE DESERT ON MARCH 26 WITH LIVE COVERAGE ON ESPN2 AND TSNBOSTON, MA – (March 9, 2023)…
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PWHPA Announces 2022-23 Award Winners
Yesterday evening (March 4, 2023), at an awards ceremony in Washington, DC, the PWHPA announced the winners of the 2022-23 season awards. All award nominees & winners were chosen via a PWHPA…
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Gabel Named PHF Player of the Month for February
Boston Pride forward leads PHF in all offensive categoriesBOSTON, MA – (March 2, 2023) – The Premier Hockey Federation (PHF) has announced that Boston forward Loren Gabel is the PHF Player of the Month…
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NBC Sports Washington to Broadcast 2023 Capitals PWHPA Showcase
NHL Network & TSN to carry National Coverage in US and Canada, RespectivelyKenzie Lalonde, Liz Knox and Courtney Laughlin Highlight Broadcast TeamCaps Pre-Game Live: Special Edition Women in Hockey, hosted by…
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PWHPA Announces 2022-23 Awards Nominees
Today (March 1, 2023) – the Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association’s (PWHPA) announced the nominees for its first ever season award ceremony, presented by Thundercat Technology, Dell Technologies and Leidos.…
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Jenna MacLean a defensive gem for Canada at Winter Universiade
A charter member from the first class of the revived UNB Reds hockey, heralding a new generation, Jenna MacLean emerged as one of its brightest stars. With the 22-23 season…
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Winter Universiade gold medal dream come true for Camryn Drever
During a magical postseason run in 2022, defined by “Drever Fever”, the brilliance of Saskatchewan Huskies goaltender Camryn Drever took on even greater magnitude. Named to the Canadian contingent participating…
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Lasting legacy of Hurricane Hazel McCallion inspired generations (Part Two)
A proud fixture at many local sporting events, Hazel McCallion may have been the biggest fan of the Canadian national women’s team. On-hand for the 1997 and 2000 IIHF Women’s…
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