
Breaking Barriers: Over 200 Young Women Elevate Hockey in Ontario
More than 200 aspiring female hockey players gathered in Etobicoke for a free camp that combined elite coaching with a mission to diversify the sport.
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More than 200 aspiring female hockey players gathered in Etobicoke for a free camp that combined elite coaching with a mission to diversify the sport.

From a $25,000 donation to USA Hockey Foundation to a flurry of player transfers and international showcases, the latest hockey news blends celebration with strategic maneuvering.

The Wisconsin Badgers women's hockey team's back‑to‑back national titles have propelled three of its alumni onto the set of Celebrity Family Feud, where they faced off against Team USA Men's Hockey in a light‑hearted contest that blended athletic pride with comedy.

Three Badgers alumni appear on Celebrity Family Feud, while their professional futures unfold in the PWHL.

After dominating the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy, ten members of the U.S. hockey squads will swap the ice for a game show stage, bringing their competitive edge to the small screen.

After securing gold in Milan and Cortina, the U.S. hockey program looks ahead to a high‑profile appearance on Celebrity Family Feud and upcoming global tournaments.

Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has asked to be moved, but his no‑movement clause narrows his options, while Olympic gold medalists prepare to compete on Celebrity Family Feud to support the USA Hockey Foundation.

After capturing three Olympic gold medals in 2026, USA Hockey’s champions are set to compete on Celebrity Family Feud, a move the author sees as vital for sustaining the sport’s visibility ahead of the 2028 World Cup and 2030 Games.

The upcoming season promises high‑octane play as the Sharks, Barracuda and PWHL franchise introduce a new generation of standout players and local draft successes.

The upcoming 2026‑27 campaign is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated in recent memory, with the NHL’s San Jose Sharks, their AHL affiliate the Barracuda and the newly established PWHL franchise all gearing up for a season that could redefine the city’s hockey identity.

From Troy Ryan’s dual role in San Jose to the Boston Fleet’s new home and Laila Edwards’ defensive prospects, this episode unpacks the key storylines shaping women’s professional hockey.

Defender Lauren Johnson, a Wisconsin native and Union College transfer, is set to strengthen the Badgers roster for the 2026‑27 campaign amid a series of high‑profile departures to the Professional Women's Hockey League.

An early look at the upcoming PWHL Draft classes reveals a deep pool of standout players whose skills and international experience promise to reshape the league.

The 2026 PWHL Draft highlighted Laila Edwards’ rise, as the first Black woman to represent Team USA and a recent Olympic gold‑medalist prepares to lead the San Jose franchise.

The Chicago Blackhawks have extended qualifying offers to Connor Bedard and other restricted free agents, made key draft selections, traded Andre Burakovsky, and announced plans for Bowen Byram's development, while veteran Jonathan Toews retired and the PWHL revealed its first outside investors.
The Fighting Hawks celebrated a historic NHL Draft, with eight of their committed players selected across multiple rounds, a feat not seen since 1984.

The latest player movements reveal which clubs are positioning themselves for championship contention and which are rebuilding after significant losses.

Abbey Murphy’s draft night in Detroit was marked by family presence, a storied college career, and a reunion with Team USA teammate Alex Carpenter, as Seattle looks to reshape its roster.

Four former Northeastern women’s hockey players were drafted into the inaugural 2026 PWHL draft, highlighting the program’s growing footprint in professional women’s hockey.

The Vancouver Goldeneyes added five promising players in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft, highlighted by defenseman Caroline Harvey and forward Thea Johansson.
The 2026 Professional Women's Hockey League Draft saw five Wisconsin alumni selected in the first round, highlighting the program's rising influence on the global stage.

The 2026 PWHL draft announced the selection of 59 former NCAA Division I women's hockey players, with Penn State leading the way and Caroline Harvey becoming the first defenseman taken first overall.

The 2026 PWHL draft saw a record five players from the University of Wisconsin’s women’s hockey team chosen in the opening round, underscoring the Badgers’ sustained excellence and the league’s rapid growth.

Five Wisconsin alumni become first‑round picks in the 2026 PWHL Draft, setting new records for the program and highlighting the league’s expanding talent pool.