Women’s hockey showcased at the NHL skills competition
Photo courtesy of NHL.com. The NHL had its all-star festivities this past weekend, but the biggest story was the impressive performances by several female hockey players. While those who have paid attention to the CWHL and NWHL know the skill level of these players, the NHL’s event provided an opportunity for women’s hockey to showcase […]
2018 NWHL Draft recap
Photo courtesy of NWHL.zone. The NWHL finished off 2018 with their two-day draft from December 20-21st. The first two rounds included notable Olympians and NCAA athletes. Annie Pankowski (F) was the first overall pick, selected by the Metropolitan Riveters. At the time of the draft she was the leading goal scorer for the Wisconsin Badgers, […]
New Year’s resolutions for every CWHL and NWHL team
Now that 2019 is upon us, it’s the final stretch of the 2018-19 regular season for both the CWHL and NWHL. While some have positioned themselves more favourably than others, there’s always room to improve for even the best teams. Here’s one glaring issue for every team to leave behind in 2018 and to resolve […]
The CWHL and NWHL’s respective playoff pictures
With the holiday break now underway for both the CWHL and NWHL, everyone will have an opportunity to recharge before the final stretch. Of the 11 teams between these two leagues, there are 10 with a glimmer of hope to play beyond the regular season. Here is what each league’s playoff picture looks like heading […]
The Riveters’ struggles continue into the holiday break
Rebecca Russo of the Metropolitan Riveters. Photo courtesy of NWHL. As the defending Isobel Cup champions, there were high expectations for the Metropolitan Riveters this season. However, the team got off to a 0-5 start and dug themselves a deep hole. With a 2-8 record heading into the NWHL’s holiday break, the Riveters should be […]
Four Nations Cup: Midway Update
Sweden goaltender Lovisa Selander blocks the shot of Melodie Daoust of Canada. (Photo taken by Liam Richards. Courtesy of sportsnet.ca.) The 2018 Four Nations Cup began in Saskatoon on Tuesday with two convincing victories. In the afternoon game, the United States defeated Finland by a final score of 5-1. As for the evening matchup, Canada […]
Strong start for the undefeated Whitecaps
Photo by Kirsten Burton. Courtesy of Minnesota Whitecaps. The most recent weekend of NWHL action featured back-to-back wins for the Minnesota Whitecaps, adding to their streak of six consecutive wins to open the franchise’s inaugural season. On home ice at TRIA Rink, the Whitecaps squeaked by the Buffalo Beauts in a pair of one-goal games. […]
New NWHL team signs two Olympic gold medalists
The newest team of the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL), the Minnesota Whitecaps, just signed two 2018 Olympic gold medalists: Hannah Brandt and Lee Stecklein. Having been former Minnesota Gophers (University of Minnesota), Junior Whitecaps and fans of the Whitecaps franchise, it only made sense for Brandt and Stecklein to want to join the Minnesota […]
New NWHL team signs 2018 Olympic gold medalists
The newest team of the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL), the Minnesota Whitecaps, just signed two 2018 Olympic gold medalists: Hannah Brandt and Lee Stecklein. Having been former Minnesota Gophers (University of Minnesota), Junior Whitecaps and fans of the Whitecaps franchise, it only made sense for Brandt and Stecklein to want to join the Minnesota […]
Metropolitan Riveters claim NWHL title
The Metropolitan Riveters won their first Isobel Cup on Sunday against defending champions, the Buffalo Beauts. Riveters goaltender Katie Fitzgerald earned MVP, made 21 saves and was the first goalie to shut out the Beauts all season. The Riveters are the third team to win the Cup in the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL). The […]