Multi-sport sensation Maral Rasekhi making her mark on the ice
Belonging to an empowering generation of women’s ice hockey stars from Iran, Maral Rasekhi is working towards heralding a new era built on growing the game and establishing sustainability. A…
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Coach Don MacLeod a tremendous figure in building Northeastern hockey
Revered as a dynasty in Hockey East, the last decade has seen the Northeastern Huskies feature a who’s who of elite women’s ice hockey talent. While the efforts of head…
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Neleh Vigneau Sargeant shines for Canada at ISBHF U21 Worlds
Highly talented in all facets of the game, 2023 saw the hockey world catch up to Neleh Vigneau Sargeant. The pride of Loon Lake, Nova Scotia, a trio of tremendous…
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Jenni Simpson a scoring sensation for Canada at ISBHF U21 Worlds
Emerging as an impact player for Canada at the 2023 ISBHF U21 Women’s Worlds in Liberec, Czechia, the rise of Jenni Simpson represented a feel-good story. Hailing from Glovertown, Newfoundland,…
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Maggie Jones magnificent for undefeated Canadians in Liberec
Backstopping Canada to the gold medal at the ISBHF U21 Worlds, Maggie Jones became a national hero. Providing consistency throughout the event, sporting an undefeated mark and a shutout in…
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Tina Cardinale a living legend in Northeastern Huskies hockey
Revered as one of the greatest to wear the Northeastern Huskies jersey, Tina Cardinale Beauchemin set a gold standard that future generations have sought to emulate. Graduating as the Huskies…
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Canadian captain Brooke Lannon leads the way in Liberec
Featuring an undefeated roster that emerged golden at the 2023 ISBHF U21 Women’s Worlds, the Canadian contingent had no shortage of heroes. Among the most inspiring featured a blueliner bestowed…
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Northeastern Huskies hold lasting link to inaugural IIHF Women’s Worlds
As November 2023 represented a magical month for Northeastern women’s ice hockey, highlighted by the induction of the undefeated 1987-88 team plus Kendall Coyne in the Huskies Hall of Fame,…
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Undefeated 1987-88 Huskies land in Northeastern Hall of Fame
As the only team in program history to enjoy an undefeated season, the 1987-88 Northeastern Huskies have gained a well-deserved place in the pantheon of university athletics. Earning a place…
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Taylor Woods brings world class skills to UAE
In a monumental year that saw Taylor Woods reach new glories, becoming part of a very rare and celebrated group of wondrous women to have won both, the Clarkson Cup…
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Magical time for CBHA Hall of Famer Elysia Desmier
With proud standing as a member of the CBHA Hall of Fame, every subsequent event adds to the growing legacy of Elysia Desmier. Among the most decorated competitors of the…
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Isobel Cup celebration adds to Lindsay Eastwood’s local legacy
Among the most accomplished skaters from Canada’s Capital Region, Lindsay Eastwood never forgot her hometown roots. A captain with the Nepean Jr. Wildcats, winning a league championship, followed by the…
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Syracuse star forward Sarah Thompson an exceptional role model
Constantly geared towards improvement, whether as a player or person, an exceptional element of Sarah Thompson’s work ethic involves betterment beyond individual goals. Finding tremendous reward in the facets of…
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Remi Harvey holds pioneering presence with champion Sydney Sirens
Among the star players for the Sydney Sirens, Remi Harvey holds a pioneering place. Having enjoyed all three championships in franchise history, first suiting up as a Siren in her…
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Andria Hunter gains treasured place in Varsity Blues Hall of Fame
Long celebrated as an historian, her groundbreaking website establishing an essential foundation, Andria Hunter proved equally accomplished gracing the ice at historic Varsity Arena. When the game experienced a modern…
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Michelle Clark Crumpton brings committed presence to Perth Inferno
Among the premier scorers of the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey League (AWIHL), Michelle Clark-Crumpton brings a significant star power. Skating for the Perth Inferno, earning a place as one of…
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Amanda Kessel, recently promoted by the Pittsburgh Penguins
Professional ice hockey player and member of the United States women’s national ice hockey team, Amanda Kessel has just recently been promoted by the Pittsburgh Penguins as the special assistant…
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Team Canada legend Caroline Ouellette, inducted into both the Hockey Hall of Fame and the IIHF HOF in a matter of a month!
The Hockey Hall of Fame has announced five players and two builders as its induction class of 2023, with Ouellette being the only female inductee of this class. Inducted alongside Caroline…
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WHL Podcast Episode 26: Blayre Turnbull
Tune in 🎧 with guest host Chloe Murphy as she speaks with World Champion, 2x Olympic medalist and current PWHPA player, Blayre Turnbull. Blayre tells us about her favourite and…
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Victoria Bach brilliant for victorious SageStrong at Chief Thunderstick
Bringing significant star power to the second annual Chief Thunderstick women’s ice hockey tournament, Victoria Bach holds standing as both, fan favorite and admired pioneer. Garbed in the paraphernalia of…
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Chief Thunderstick adds to shared legacy of sisters Chantal and Jocelyne Larocque
Bringing a compelling body of work to the rink, Chantal and Jocelyne Larocque remain integral in contributing towards the female game’s growing narrative. Belonging to a generation of hockey greats…
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Tremendous time for Toronto Six blueliner Kati Tabin
Belonging to an exceptional group of highly talented skaters that contributed a new chapter to Canadian hockey history, the majesty of the Isobel Cup has provided Kati Tabin with a…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Claire Jackson | Whitby, ON, Canada
MEET CLAIRE! Tell us about yourself! I live in Whitby, Ontario, Canada and have played hockey since I was 3 years old. I proudly play for the Whitby Wolves Rep…
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Senior Writer Mark Staffieri brings an artistic writing style to the world of women in sport
Raised in the Greater Toronto Area, York University Alumni Mark Staffieri, upholds arguably one of the most astonishing writing portfolios in the sports industry. Mark joined Women’s Hockey Life (WHL)…
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It’s a Great Time for Women’s Hockey
It’s a great time in women’s hockey. As a 72 year-old Canadian male who has played and followed hockey all my life I can attest to that. Recently, I took…
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Carabins star forward Audrey-Anne Veillette shines for Canada in dream season
Headlining a new generation of stars for Les Carabins de Montreal, the 2022-23 season provided Audrey-Anne Veillette with a pair of treasured milestones. From wearing the Maple Leaf to appearing…
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Captain Britta Curl enjoys epic third national championship with Badgers
Throughout the compelling career of Britta Curl, the opportunity to be synonymous with winning stands as the hallmark. As a star forward with North Dakota’s Bismarck Blizzard, the result was…
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Sini Karjalainen defensive gem for Vermont Catamounts
Among the greatest blueliners to wear Vermont green, Sini Karjalainen provided a tremendous skill set, serving as the heartbeat of the defense. An integral contributor in the Catamounts gaining a…
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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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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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