We truly believe that the hockey community is one of the most unique, supportive, and tight-knit communities there is. That’s why we want to share the stories of the people involved in the women’s hockey community.
Whether you’re a player, coach, fan, parent, or have any other involvement with women’s hockey—we want to hear your story!
What role does hockey play in your life? What’s your fondest or earliest memory of the game? Has hockey helped you through trying times in your life? What made you fall in love with the game? Share your story with us by submitting the form below or browse through the submissions to laugh, be inspired, cry, or connect with someone who loves the game as much as you do.
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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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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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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Brooke Gustavson | St. Thomas, ON, Canada
MEET BROOKE! Tell us about yourself! My name is Brooke from St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada. I am 9 years old and I love hockey. I am in grade 4 and…
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Around the Rink, IIHF, Leagues, Locker Talk, NCAA D1, NCAA D3, News, NWHL, Olympics, PHF, Pro, PWHPA, U SPORTS, University, WHL People
Lasting legacy of Hurricane Hazel McCallion inspired generations (Part One)
A pioneering figure whose enthusiastic influence brought an incomparable importance to the growth of women’s ice hockey, “Hurricane” Hazel McCallion inspired numerous generations. Revered as Mayor of Mississauga for 38…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Kate-Lyn Briggs | Nova Scotia, Canada
MEET KATE-LYN! Tell us about yourself! Hi! I’m Kate-lyn. I’m 32, I’ve been a hockey fan all my life. My dad took me to the rink for the first time…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Reese Doherty | Sudbury, ON, Canada
MEET REESE! Tell us about yourself! Hi! my name is Reese Doherty, I’m 10 years old and I l live in Sudbury Ontario. I play defence and I’m captain of…
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Female Powerhouse Spotlight: Lindsey Brown | Sports Media Personality & Hockey Insider
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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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Ophelia Chesterman | Aberdare, Wales
MEET OPHELIA! Tell us about yourself! Hi! My name is Ophelia. I’m 12 year’s old and from Wiltshire, England but now living in South Wales . I have been playing…
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Husky seniors honored, guide UW Women to victory against SWHC on their night
By Charles Hamaker Northgate, WA – On their second ever senior night, the University of Washington Women’s hockey team once again had a night to remember, just as they had on…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Addysen Byrnes | Ottawa, ON, Canada
MEET ADDYSEN! Tell us about yourself! My names Addysen Byrnes, I’m 14 years old and I live in Ottawa, Ontario. I play u15a Nepean wildcats and have been playing for…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Ava Hepburn | Markham, ON, Canada
MEET AVA! Tell us about yourself! My name is Ava and I am from Markham, Ontario, Canada. I started playing hockey when I was 6 years old. I was a…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Marnie Pullin | Melbourne, Australia
MEET MARNIE! Tell us about yourself! My name is Marnie Pullin, and I am a nineteen-year-old ice hockey player from Melbourne, Australia. Despite playing plenty of hockey during my week,…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Camila Massaguer | Dubai
MEET CAMILA! Tell us about yourself! Hi! My name is Camila, I’m 6 years old and I’m from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. My grandpa back in Barcelona used to play…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Mackenzie Yuile | Aurora, ON, Canada
MEET MACKENZIE! Tell us about yourself! Hi! My name is Mackenzie Yuile aka M-dog aka Mack Attack, 11 years old from Aurora, Ontario. I have been playing hockey since I…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Pia Surke | Dortmund, Germany
MEET PIA! Tell us about yourself! Hi! My name is Pia, I am 22 years old and am from Dortmund in Western Germany. I started ice skating when I was…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Madison Orawiec | Madison, CT, USA
MEET MADISON! Tell us about yourself! I’m from Madison, Connecticut and a full-time student, currently in the 2nd grade. I’m a first generation hockey player that got into the sport…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Maren Rathbone | Ottawa, ON, Canada
MEET MAREN! Tell us about yourself! My name is Maren Rathbone, I’m 13 years old and from Ottawa. I first started playing hockey when I was 8 years old. I…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Roz Klassen | Bonneyville, AB, Canada
MEET ROZ KLASSEN! Tell us about yourself! I am from Bonnyville, AB and I focus mostly on coaching hockey and promoting female hockey and sport. I am very passionate about…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Hanna Sztocka | Sosnowiec, Poland
MEET HANNA! Tell us about yourself! Hello, my name is Hanna and I’m from Poland. I started playing hockey at the age of 4 and I am still training. I…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Ireland Greenhough | Sooke, BC, Canada
MEET IRELAND! Tell us about yourself! Hello my name is Ireland Greenhough, I am 20 years old from Sooke BC, a small town on Vancouver Island. I currently attend Olds…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Janessa Griffiths | Oshawa, ON, Canada
MEET JANESSA! Tell us about yourself! Hi, my name is Janessa Griffiths. I am 12 years old from Oshawa, ON. I started playing hockey at 4 years old because I…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Maddie Ulleweit | Chicago, IL, USA
MEET MADDIE! Tell us about yourself! My name is Maddie, i’m from Chicago, Illinois and I’m 11 years old. I started playing hockey 4 years ago when I became bored…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Nelly Toulouse | Sudbury, ON, Canada
MEET NELLY! Tell us about yourself! My name is Nelly Toulouse – Abitong. I’m 15 years of age, and in grade 10. I’m from Sudbury, ON, Canada. What I like…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Daniela Grottoli | Sudbury, ON, Canada
MEET DANIELA! Tell us about yourself! My name is Daniela Grottoli and I’m from Sudbury, Ontario. I just started high school at Lo-Ellen Park. I play for my school’s flag…
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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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Pnina Basov a shining star for women’s ice hockey in Israel
Playing for host country Israel at the Maccabiah Games, feelings of history and achievement encompassed a thrilling experience for center Pnina Basov. Wearing the number 13, the 16 year old…
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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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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Amelie Boutilier | Bouctouche, NB, Canada
MEET AMELIE! (known as Bouts on the ice) Tell us about yourself! I am from Bouctouche, New Brunswick Canada a small Acadian community. I will be starting my Senior year…
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT: Ava Lacey | Keene, NH, USA
MEET Ava! Tell us about yourself! My name is Ava Lacey and I am from Keene, New Hampshire. I play center/left defense. I play ice hockey, field hockey and lacrosse.…
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