
Nine Nittany Lions Earn AHCA/Krampade All‑American Scholar Honors
The latest AHCA/Krampade All‑American Scholar list highlights nine Penn State women’s hockey players who have excelled academically while making significant contributions on the ice.
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The latest AHCA/Krampade All‑American Scholar list highlights nine Penn State women’s hockey players who have excelled academically while making significant contributions on the ice.

Despite a challenging international campaign, Canada’s women’s program is brimming with talent. From NCAA award winners to World Championship medalists, a new generation of players is emerging to carry the sport forward.

From NCAA Rookie of the Year laureates to standout collegiate performers, a dozen Canadian prospects are being earmarked as the catalysts for a resurgence in the women's program.

A look at the twelve Canadian prospects poised to reshape the national women's hockey program as the team seeks fresh talent beyond the Professional Women's Hockey League.

Gavin McKenna was selected first overall in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, ending a storied collegiate run that set multiple Penn State records and drew comparisons to NHL star Nikita Kucherov.

Projected as the top overall selection in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, Gavin McKenna will become the first player from Penn State’s men’s hockey team to be drafted first overall, joining a distinguished list of alumni who have transitioned to the NHL.

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.

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.

The 2026 Penn State women's hockey senior class not only captured four straight conference titles but also set a new benchmark with seven draft selections in the PWHL, reflecting the league's expanding reach and the Nittany Lions' growing influence.

Nine Minnesota‑based prospects headline the latest Professional Women’s Hockey League draft, showcasing the depth of collegiate talent across the United States.

Caroline Harvey becomes the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Draft, bringing Olympic gold, NCAA titles and a historic milestone for Black representation, while Aerin Frankel sweeps the league’s top awards.

From gold‑medal heroics to the top of the NHL draft board, Penn State’s women’s and men’s programs are poised to send an unprecedented number of players to the professional ranks.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League’s 2026 draft in Detroit delivered first‑overall pick Caroline Harvey, international breakthroughs and a deep pool of collegiate talent, marking a transformative moment for the sport.

A look at the seven former Penn State women's hockey players selected in the 2026 PWHL Draft, their team assignments, and the program milestones they bring.

A historic draft saw seven Penn State women's ice hockey players chosen, highlighted by Tessa Janecke's third‑overall selection and a program‑wide impact across the Professional Women's Hockey League.
Two Penn State alumni, Tessa Janecke and Leah Stecker, were originally slated for PWHL Detroit but were traded to Las Vegas and Boston, respectively, opening new chapters in their professional careers.

The Premier Women’s Hockey League draft in Detroit showcased a new generation of stars, with Harvey’s historic selection, Murphy’s rise, and a host of local prospects heading to expansion teams.

Caroline Harvey’s selection as the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Draft underscores a historic influx of American talent into professional women’s hockey.

The 2026 Premier Women’s Hockey League draft saw a record 31 American players selected, highlighted by Caroline Harvey’s top pick and nine U.S. athletes in the first round.

The 2026 Professional Women’s Hockey League draft unfolded at Detroit’s historic Fox Theatre, where six rounds of picks highlighted the next generation of stars, including Wisconsin’s Caroline Harvey as the first overall selection.

Caroline Harvey was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the PWHL draft, capping a season that saw her named IIHF female player of the year and tie for the tournament lead with nine points at Milan Cortina.

Caroline Harvey becomes the first overall pick in the 2026 PWHL Draft, while other Wisconsin standouts and collegiate stars are selected, signaling a promising start for the league.

The upcoming 2026 draft of the Professional Women’s Hockey League will feature five American Olympic gold medalists, highlight standout collegiate performers, and be broadcast across North America and internationally.