Remarkable year for Reagan Rust, a tremendous portrait of character
Becoming a symbol of hope and courage, Reagan Rust remains a key contributor in the game’s narrative. On the ice, she starred at the NCAA level with the Rochester Institute…
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Record breaking start to Corinne Schroeder’s PHF career
With a 2022-23 season that saw the PHF welcome an expansion team, also announcing an increase to the salary cap, the most compelling story belongs to goaltender Corinne Schroeder. Standing…
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Goaltender Julianna Thomson a gem for Canada at ISBHF Worlds
Representing a new generation of goaltending brilliance for the dynastic Canadian national team, Winnipeg’s Julianna Thomson continues a tremendous lineage of sparkling talent between the pipes. Bringing a tremendous poise…
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RPI alum Dr. Lane Dielwart making her mark in Kelowna
Having assembled a formidable career, possessing a diverse background, the accumulation of experiences weaving a rich tapestry, Dr Lane Dielwart remains engaged in hockey. Passing down her love of the…
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Melissa Wronzberg essential to success of hockey at the Maccabiah Games (Part One)
Building a legacy as an ambassador for the game, Melissa Wronzberg enjoyed the addition of an exciting new milestone in her distinguished career. Serving as testament to her dedication, a…
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WHL Partners with Ontario University Athletics for the 2022-2023 season
Ottawa, ON — Women’s Hockey Life (WHL) is pleased to announce a partnership agreement with Ontario University Athletics for the 2022-2023 season. Ontario University Athletics (OUA) is a regional membership…
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High point for Hannah Gold at Maccabiah Games
Having first laced up the skates at the age of three years young, 2022 provided Hannah Gold with a series of milestones to be cherished for many years. Reaching career…
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Back in Action
Hello again Women’s Hockey Life community! It has been a while since I have written about the women’s hockey scene back in Malaysia! I started playing hockey in Malaysia when…
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Lauren Weisbarth becomes two-sport star for Canada at Maccabiah Games
Long celebrated as a multi-sport talent, the skill set of Lauren Weisbarth shone brightest wearing the Maple Leaf at the Maccabiah Games. Having played midget girls hockey during her teens,…
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Player turned coach Courtney Tougas spearheads introduction of Celly App
Currently in her third season in the capacity of head coach for the U16 Prep Girls team at Stanstead College, Courtney Tougas brings an acumen and enthusiasm motivated towards continued…
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USports stars reunite with Wiikwemkoong T-Birds at Chief Thunderstick tournament
A seminal moment in the growing legacy of the Fred Sasakamoose Chief Thunderstick tournament, the opportunity for ten women’s teams to grace the ice in 2022 featured a who’s who…
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Maccabiah Games highly meaningful for Molly Tissenbaum
With a highly eventful year in women’s ice hockey, one of the defining moments involved a historic tournament at the 21st Maccabiah Games. A quadrennial event hosted in Israel, this…
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Future of Women’s Hockey: Laila Edwards
Team USA had a strong showing in the 2022 U18 Women’s World Championship, including a 7-0 victory in the preliminary game against Team Canada. Laila Edwards emerged as a star…
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Chief Thunderstick tournament provides plenty of emotion for Sydney Daniels
A third generation player, whose father Scott, played for three NHL teams, including Hartford, New Jersey and Philadelphia, while her grandfather played while attending St Michael’s residential school in Duck…
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Jordan Beshara jubilant as captain for Team Lebanon
Gaining the privilege to honour her heritage as a member of Lebanon’s national ball hockey team, it simultaneously marked an exciting opportunity for Jordan Beshara to continue her competitive endeavors. Raised…
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Sensational season continues for Sarah Hilworth with national coaching award
Celebrated as a key builder in the revival of the University of New Brunswick Reds, Sarah Hilworth reached a celebrated place of reverence in 2022. Leading the program to its…
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Anna Purschke celebrated as hockey humanitarian and leader for MRU Cougars
Revered as a tremendous leader and a hockey humanitarian, Anna Purschke finished her proud career with the Mount Royal Cougars on an acclaimed note. Accentuated by an historic first place…
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PHF veteran Colleen Murphy ecstatic to play for US at ISBHF Worlds
Among the veteran members of the United States national ball hockey team, Colleen Murphy approached the 2022 ISBHF Women’s Worlds in Laval, Quebec, with a sense of eagerness. Having competed…
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Homecoming for Stephanie Pascal with Sudbury Lady Wolves made greater with coaching award
Having gained prominence as one of the finest goaltenders in the OUA, guarding the crease for the Queen’s Golden Gaels, Stephanie Pascal proudly shares her acumen with a new generation…
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Provincial Coach of the Year Award tremendous achievement for Abby Clarke
Among the elites to have worn the jersey of the St. Thomas University Tommies, goaltending great Abby Clarke remains prominent in women’s ice hockey for Atlantic Canada. Belonging to an…
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Gabrielle De Serres a gem for the Varsity Blues
Long revered as one of the premier programs for ice hockey in U Sports play, the University of Toronto Varsity Blues remained among the nation’s finest in 2021-22. With a…
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Women’s tournament tremendous highlight of Chief Thunderstick event
At a time when reconciliation stands as a pivotal moment in modern Canadian history, the contributions of Indigenous peoples are gaining a new level of celebration and appreciation. Equally compelling…
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Season of distinction for Syracuse defensive gem Jessica DiGirolamo
Setting a new standard of excellence, Jessica DiGirolamo ended her sterling run with the Syracuse Orange on a highly memorable note. One of the greatest blueliners in program lore, the…
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Chloe Marshall captivating as postseason heroine for Lakers
Backstopping the Nipissing Lakers to their greatest postseason run, catapulting into national prominence, Chloe Marshall took on the mantle of hockey heroine. Providing sterling performances that heralded her arrival among U…
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Maria Dominico magnificent in Lakers run to Nationals
Shining as a prodigious playmaker for the Nipissing Lakers, the contributions of Maria Dominico heralded the program’s halcyon days. Assembling a monumental 2021-22 campaign, the efforts accentuated her expanding legacy.…
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Sami Miller spectacular as Falcons take flight
Guarding the crease for the highly competitive Wisconsin River Falls Falcons, goaltender Sami Miller delivered on all accounts. An essential contributor in a fantastic 2021-22 season, the Falcons soared to…
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Amy Turek brought star power to exciting era for the game
Belonging to a ground-breaking generation that propelled women’s ice hockey into the millennium, Amy Turek made her mark in various facets of the game. Lacing up the skates at five…
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National championship victory defining moment for Vanessa DeMerchant
Among the most accomplished forwards to skate for the dynastic Liberty Lady Flames, Vanessa DeMerchant gained a glorious closure to a great career. Capturing the ACHA national championship, a record…
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Alice Philbert and her finest hour for Concordia
Providing the performance of a generation, recording a trio of shutouts at the 2022 U Sports Nationals, Alice Philbert backstopped the Concordia Stingers to its first title in more than…
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Storybook finish for Stingers captain Audrey Belzile
One of the finest players to wear the Concordia colours over the last decade, the hallmarks of Audrey Belzile’s career involved a combination of dedication and perseverance. Constantly setting a…
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