Zoe Uens, a 22‑year‑old defender from the Quinnipiac Bobcats, heard her name called in the third round of the recent draft, a moment that marked the first step toward a professional career in the Professional Women’s Hockey League.
A Summer of Growth
She will report to training camp in November, but before that she has been immersing herself in a disciplined routine that blends on‑ice drills, strength work, and community outreach.
Based in Belleville, Ontario, Uens begins each day with early‑morning workouts, followed by off‑ice skill sessions and yoga, a regimen she says sharpens both her physical resilience and mental focus.
Her training emphasizes puck retrieval, shooting speed, and defensive positioning, areas she believes will translate quickly to the professional game.
Uens cites her shot and skating as natural strengths, noting influences from players such as Megan Keller, whose style she admires for its blend of aggression and precision.
During the summer she also worked with Olympic gold‑medalist Mélodie Daoust and fellow camp participant Hanna Bunton at a local youth hockey camp, an experience that deepened her appreciation for mentorship.
She has met Montréal staff and players, including forward Laura Stacey, and expressed excitement about exploring the city beyond the rink, having visited Montréal previously but eager to settle into its rhythm before camp.
Uens remains confident and prepared, ready to prove herself on the ice and contribute to a team that has enjoyed recent success.