Raeya Mackie, a left‑handed defenseman from Victoria, British Columbia, has officially pledged to the University of Maryland women's hockey program for the 2027‑2028 season, marking a significant addition to the Terrapins' defensive corps.
The commitment was revealed on Sunday via her social media platforms, where Mackie expressed gratitude to her coaches, teammates, and family, and shared her excitement about embarking on the next chapter of her athletic career.
During the previous campaign she recorded five goals and 24 assists across 35 games for the Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna U18 squad, contributing to a total of 50 points in 64 career appearances and helping the team secure a strong showing in the CSSHL.
A Boost for the Terrapins
Maryland's coaching staff highlighted Mackie's versatility and hockey IQ, noting that her left‑handed shot adds a strategic edge on power plays and in transition phases, aligning perfectly with the program's evolving tactical identity.
Her arrival underscores the Terrapins' expanding recruiting footprint, as the program continues to attract top talent from the Pacific Northwest and beyond, reinforcing its ambition to contend for national championships in the coming years.