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In one of the most important women’s hockey games of the last decade, the collection of icons on one playing surface only added to the feelings of celebration and euphoria.…

In a career that has seen Jillian Dempsey quietly assemble a remarkable body of work, destined to establish her as an icon in Boston women’s hockey, an event on New…

Of note, the parent club of the Marlies are the Toronto Maple Leafs, one of the most iconic sports franchises in the world. Considering that the Leafs have graciously engaged…

In the modern game, no goaltender was as influential as Kim St. Pierre. Having captured three gold medals in the Winter Games, St. Pierre was also the winning goaltender in…

In her fourth season with the Brampton Thunder, Dania Simmonds is one of the longest serving members of the current roster. Selected in the landmark 2012 CWHL Draft, Simmonds has…

In the aftermath of the CWHL announcing that their second All-Star Game shall return to Air Canada Centre, a jubilant Jacquie Pierri was among eight Inferno players named as participants.…

Raised in nearby Mississauga, the chance to play in the inaugural CWHL All-Star Game was a dream come true for Michelle Bonello. Contested at Toronto’s Air Canada Centre, Bonello’s presence…

Considering the remarkable quality of their offseason acquisitions, the Calgary Inferno have placed themselves in an enviable position for remarkable long-term success. Among said acquisitions, one of the most significant…

Mentorship: The guidance provided by a mentor, especially an experienced person … A period of time during which a person receives guidance from a mentor (Oxford Dictionaries). International women’s hockey…

The Boch Ice Center in Dedham, MA served as the backdrop for the Boston Blades to pay tribute to the brave men and women of the Armed Forces. Hosting Military…

Currently in her third season with the CWHL’s Toronto Furies, Alyssa Baldin has emerged as a key figure in their offensive attack. Scoring the game winning goal in a 2-0…

As the Boston Blades opened the 2015-16 season in defense of their second Clarkson Cup title, the roster saw several new faces. Among the Canadian-born players that are part of…

Hockey season is getting into full swing.  Soon enough our local high school seasons will begin in earnest and then the rink will really be hopping with action.  Although with…

Part of a new generation of talented women looking to restore the Brampton Thunder’s glory days, while contributing new successes, Fielding Montgomery brings boundless enthusiasm. Juggling CWHL hockey with her…

As one of the youngest teams in the CWHL, the future holds tremendous optimism for the Brampton Thunder. After a solid draft class in 2014, general manager and multiple Winter…

In an off-season that has seen the Calgary Inferno acquire world class talent such as Brianne Jenner, Jillian Saulnier and Hayley Wickenheiser, one transaction that may have flown under the…

One of the great feel-good stories concerning women’s ice hockey in 2015 involves the tenth anniversary celebration of The Women of Winter. With founder Deirdre Norman proudly at the helm,…

Among the feel-good stories of the 2015 CWHL Draft, the acquisition of Kristina Brown in the first round by the Boston Blades was among the finest. Raised in North Andover,…

During the years of growth for women’s ice hockey in Montreal and other regions in Canada, a significant facet that has never diminished is the love of the game. It…

Selected in the seventh round of the 2015 CWHL Draft, Elana Lovell holds the potential to be one of the draft’s steals. With a draft class that includes Brianne Jenner,…

As the 4-nations tournament in Sundsvall, Sweden is about to set off in just about a week and I can’t help feeling excited about the great hockey and people that…

Taking into account that solid career that she has assembled in Western Canada, playing for the likes of the University of Saskatchewan Huskies and the CWHL’s Calgary Inferno, Danny Stone is…

Over the last few years, women’s hockey has seen a rise in the number of sisters that play together. The Lamoureux sisters may be the most famous pair, having played…

One of the initiatives in the effort to grow women’s hockey has involved an international commitment. From the IIHF launching its IIHF Mentorship/Ambassador Program to the recent trend of American…

For the second consecutive year, Upper Deck’s Team Canada Juniors set includes an assortment of world-class women’s hockey talent. Although there has never been a card set devoted entirely for…

For Les Canadiennes de Montreal, their season opener represented more than just a 4-0 shutout win. It was a bold statement that the squad is looking to finish the season…

A highly talented goaltender who has contributed great performances in New England women’s ice hockey, the chance to stand between the pipes for the Boston Pride has only enriched Brittany…

Returning for her fourth season of eligibility with the McGill Martlets, Melodie Daoust can stake her claim as the most talented player in Canadian Interuniversity Sport women’s ice hockey. Definitely…

In its previous incarnation as the Montreal Stars, the franchise now known as Les Canadiennes collaborated on a proud legacy. By featuring a remarkable number of talented players on its…

As women’s hockey in Montreal gets ready for a new and exciting chapter with the arrival of Les Canadiennes, part of that momentum is attributed to the sensational Marie-Philip Poulin.…