Zoe Uens grew up in the quiet town of Belleville, Ontario, where the echo of skates on frozen ponds was a constant soundtrack of her childhood. Her earliest memories are of watching her parents and older siblings lace up for weekend games, a ritual that turned a simple pastime into a lifelong ambition.
By the time she was ten, Uens was already handling a stick on the backyard rink, dreaming of the day she could step onto a larger stage. The discipline and love for the game were seeded early, laying the groundwork for a competitive spirit that would later define her teams.
From Kingston’s Ice Wolves to College Powerhouse
After honing her skills on local ponds, she earned a spot with the Kingston Ice Wolves of the Ontario Women’s Hockey League, quickly rising to team captaincy. In her final season she recorded nine goals and 22 points in 27 games, a testament to her growth as both a leader and a scorer.
Balancing athletic demands with academic rigor, she chose Quinnipiac University, where she continued to develop both on the ice and in the classroom. The university’s strong hockey program offered her the platform to test her abilities against some of the nation’s best talent.
A Drafted Future with the Montreal Victoire
The 2026 PWHL Draft placed her in the third round, 36th overall, a moment that felt like validation of years of relentless effort. The selection signaled not only personal achievement but also the growing visibility of women’s professional hockey.
Now, she is preparing for the Victoire’s training camp, eager to showcase her versatility and push her game to new heights. Her goals include refining her defensive positioning and expanding her offensive toolkit, all while learning from seasoned professionals.
Through family encouragement, perseverance, and personal growth, Uens’s story reflects a broader narrative of women’s hockey carving out professional pathways. As she steps onto the camp’s ice, the echoes of Belleville’s backyard rinks follow her, reminding her of where the journey began.