Brittney Sawyer shines for Canada with golden goal of Maccabiah Games
Scoring one of the greatest goals in the nascent history of women’s ice hockey at the Maccabiah Games, Brittney Sawyer gained a treasured place in sporting Canadiana. One of the…
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Historic goal highlights Maccabiah Games experience for Ashtyn Robbins
Among the youngest players for Canada’s entry in women’s ice hockey at the Maccabiah Games, Ashtyn Robbins earned a special place in history. Marking the inaugural women’s ice hockey tournament,…
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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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PWHPA Unveils Details, Locations for First Two Events of 2022-23 Season
PHILADELPHIA, PA –September 9, 2022 – The Professional Women’s Hockey Players Association (PWHPA) today announced the first two stops of the 2022-23 Secret® Dream Gap Tour will take place in…
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Milestone of Maccabiah Games a sense of attainment for Abigail Fuzaylov
Experiencing a spiritual renaissance, discovering a newfound appreciation for her faith, Abigail Fuzaylov emerged from the Maccabiah Games with renewed perspective. Raised in Tampa, Florida, Fuzaylov, one of the youngest players for…
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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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Giuliana Pallotta anchors Canada’s defensive corps at ISBHF Worlds
Returning to the Canadian contingent for a third time, the proud achievement saw Giuliana Pallotta take on a bigger role. Serving in the capacity of team captain for the defending…
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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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Goaltender Yael Fatiev a rising star for Team Israel
One of the most promising players for Team Israel, goaltender Yael Fatiev represents the future for the developing program. Only 15 years young, her hockey resume already includes a pair…
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PWHPA Announces Details for 2022-23 Season Including Record Number of Games Played, New Roster Format
PHILADELPHIA, PA – August 18, 2022 – The Professional Women’s Hockey Player Association (PWHPA) today announced plans for the 2022-23 season, which will feature 43 olympians, more than 75 players…
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Blueliner Shelby Calof golden for Canada at Maccabiah Games
Wearing her trademark number six, a number also worn over four fantastic seasons with the Syracuse Orange, Shelby Calof brought a captivating presence to Canada’s entry at the Maccabiah Games.…
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Reagan Fischer rises to the occasion for triumphant Canada at ISBHF Worlds
The pride of Irma, Alberta, a multi-sport talent who excelled in the Ivy League with the Dartmouth Big Green, serving twice as team captain of the ice hockey team, Reagan…
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Mckenna Van Gelder enjoys dream season with Etobicoke Jr. Dolphins
From starting a landmark 2021-22 season as team captain, reaching a compelling conclusion by playing for Canada, the substance for Mckenna Van Gelder entailed qualities of commitment and leadership. Wearing…
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Defining moment for Etobicoke Jr. Dolphins U22 Elite
In a landmark season that saw the Etobicoke Junior Dolphins U22 Elite team win three major championships, the remarkable results stand as testament to the organization’s outstanding commitment. From establishing…
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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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Hélèna Gebrayel glad to make history with Team Lebanon
Standing between the pipes for Lebanon at the 2022 ISBHF Women’s Worlds in Laval, Quebec, Hélèna Gebrayel performed valiantly. Providing admirable efforts in every outing, the tournament provided a significant…
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Shae-Lynn Clarke shines for Canada in ISBHF debut
Making her ISBHF debut on home soil, Shae-Lynn Clarke shone for Canada. Demonstrating that the future remains an exciting one for the national team, Clarke, from Bell Island, Newfoundland, recorded a…
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Distinguished Dawn Tulk enjoys rare ISBHF double on home soil
Possessing a brilliant career highlighted by four fantastic gold medals plus a bronze medal at the ISBHF Women’s Worlds, Dawn Tulk has earned legendary standing. One of the most accomplished…
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Stephanie Towns stars for Great Britain twice in memorable year
Among the finest hockey talents in Great Britain, renowned for her on-ice heroics with the Premier League Whitley Bay Beacons (formerly Squaws), Stephanie Towns gained a place of prominence during…
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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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Connecticut Whale star Sarah Hughson shines with Team USA at ISBHF Worlds
Best known as a member of the Connecticut Whale, the competitive career of Sarah Hughson has extended beyond the rinks of the PHF. Competing for the United States at the…
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Scoring sensation Chelsea Karpenko among Canadian heroes at ISBHF Worlds
With the captain’s C adorning her jersey, Chelsea Karpenko emerged as one of Canada’s heroes at the 2022 ISBHF Women’s Worlds. Recording eight points, ranking in the top 10 in…
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Scoring title among highlights for ISBHF Tournament MVP Carol-Ann Upshall
An essential contributor in Canada’s gold medal triumph at the 2022 ISBHF Women’s Worlds, forward Carol-Ann Upshall delivered on all accounts. Winning the scoring title, complemented by the tournament Most…
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