News and Notes from the PWHL Rinks and Beyond

OTTAWA SETS NEW SINGLE-GAME ATTENDANCE RECORD

The Ottawa Charge played their first-ever game at Canadian Tire Centre on Friday night against the Montréal Victoire and set a new team attendance record with 11,065 fans. Canadian Tire Centre, which serves as home of the Ottawa Senators, became the eighth NHL venue to host a PWHL game, and the attendance became the fifth highest single-game figure in PWHL regular season history. The league’s total attendance through nine games this season is 64,473 – an average of 7,164 per game. Through nine games of its inaugural season, the PWHL had a total attendance of 42,905 – an average of 4,767 per game.

OFFENSIVE OUTBURSTS

Saturday’s game between Minnesota and Toronto featured nine goals and ties the league record for most goals in a single game (Feb. 24, Ottawa 3 at Montréal 6). The six goals scored by the Frost in the 6-3 victory is a new team record, and the six goals allowed by the Sceptres is the most in team history. Boston’s four goals in Sunday’s 4-2 win over New York tied the team’s single game record (Jan. 27, 4-3 OTW vs. MIN and May 4, 4-3 W vs. MTL). PWHL teams have combined for 49 goals in nine games to open the season with an average of 5.44 total goals-per-game. Last season, the league averaged 4.83 goals-per-game.

SPECIAL TEAMS SUCCESS

The league’s innovative No Escape Rule and Jailbreak Goal have been prevalent through the first two weeks of the season. Seven of the league’s first nine games have had at least one power play goal and all six teams have capitalized at least once with the advantage. There has been a total of 12 power play goals scored with an overall efficiency of 22.6%, up from 16.7% last season. Jade Downie-Landry (NY) and Marie-Philip Poulin (MTL) scored shorthanded goals last week to bring the league’s total to three through nine games. Last season, there were 13 scored in 72 games.

LEAGUE LEADERS

The New York Sirens first overall pick Sarah Fillier (2G, 4A) who has six points, followed by Alex Carpenter (3G, 2A) with five points, Jessie Eldridge (1G, 3A) and defender Micah Zandee-Hart (4A) with four points each. Twelve players are next with three points each, Montréal Victoire netminder Elaine Chuli leads the league with a goals-against-average of 1.00 and save percentage of .963.

SCORING STREAKS

Dominique Petrie, Minnesota's fifth round draft pick, is tied for the league lead with three goals and became the first player to score a goal in each of her team’s first three games of the season. She’s one of seven players to open the season with a three-game point streak along with fellow rookie Fillier (NY) and veterans Carpenter (NY), Zandee-Hart (NY), Hilary Knight (BOS), Renata Fast (TOR) and Sophie Jaques (MIN). The longest point streak in the PWHL last season was six games.

FIRST CAREER PWHL GOALS

Six rookies found the back of the net this week, those players were Fillier (NY) who tallied twice on Wednesday. Fellow first rounder Cayla Barnes (MTL), second round pick Britta Curl-Salemme (MIN), third rounder Izzy Daniel (TOR), fourth rounder Sydney Bard (BOS), and fifth rounder Mannon McMahon (OTT) all scored for the first time in their pro careers. Veterans Jincy Roese (OTT) and Paetyn Levis (NY) notched their first career goals in their 26th career games. So far this season, there have been 36 different goal scorers across the PWHL, including 10 rookies.

INTERNATIONAL BREAK

The PWHL schedule is on pause this week for an International Break coinciding with the IIHF calendar to allow players and staff the opportunity to train and compete with their National Team programs. Boston’s Emma Söderberg (Sweden), New York’s Chloe Aurard (France) and Taylor Baker (Hungary), Montréal’s Sandra Abstreiter (Germany), Ottawa’s Anna Meixner (Austria) and head coach Carla MacLeod (Czechia), and Toronto assistant coach Rachel Flanagan (Canada) will spend the week overseas.

PWHL DEBUTS IN EA SPORTS NHL 25

EA SPORTS NHL 25 The first-ever PWHL integration features the players and all six teams, debuting across Play Now, Online Versus, Shootout and Season modes, and PWHL uniforms can be selected in World of Chel, with players, logos and uniforms available in HUT. For a truly authentic PWHL experience, the update also included a dedicated 30-game Season Mode with playoffs to win the Walter Cup.

SAROYA TINKER NAMED TO FORBES’ 30 UNDER 30

Congratulations to Saroya Tinker who last week, when Forbes unveiled its 30 Under 30 list for Sports, recognizing athletes and executives who are breaking barriers Tinker earned a spot. Tinker who is the , PWHL Manager of DEI & Community Engagement. As part of her advocacy for diversity and inclusion in hockey, Tinker also runs a mentorship program called Saroya Strong, and is a cofounder of Black Girl Hockey Club Canada, a nonprofit advocacy group.

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Minnesota knocks off Toronto in High scoring 6-3 Game

The Frost opened the scoring in the first when Minnesota's Claire Butorac scored her first goal of the season at the 2:50 mark. Toronto would come back a little over five minutes later Rylind MacKinnon and Allie Munroe assisted on a Jesse Compher tally at 8:23 at the end of the first period the scoreboard read 1-1

The Frost once again opened the scoring in the second period on a power play goal this time Petrie lit the lamp for the third time this season with assist coming from Taylor Heise and Klara Hymlarova. Toronto would come back at the 12:05 mark when Victoria Bach would score her first goal of the season assisting on the goal was Reneta Fast and Jocelyn Larocque> The home team would take a 3-2 when Naomi Watts lit the lamp at 17:41 on an unassisted goal, with less than a minute and half remaining in the second stanza Britta Curl-Salemme shout found the back of the net with assist from Brooke Bryant and Sophie Jaques.

In the final period the Frost would hold the home Sceptres off the scoreboard as they would record three more goals, the first score came off the stick once again of Curt-Salemme with Heise and Hymlarova adding their second assist of the night. Michela Cava would score the next two goals for Minnesota the first Kelly Pannek and Kendall Coyne-Schofield assisted on her last one of the night Cava's third of the season Coyne-Schofield assisted once again. When the final horn sounded the scoreboard read Minnesota 6 Toronto 3

Minnesota, while Maddie Rooney stopped 21 of 24 shots for her second win of the season.

After the game Minnesota forward Taylor Heise: “I feel like everyone on this team knows their role but also knows that you can be put in any other position and go out there and win. I just think that we’re built up and we’ve seen what it takes to win now. Obviously, we want that feeling again, and it just takes everyone at this point to do that.”

Notes from the Night

This was the highest scoring game to start the PWHL’s second season with nine goals and ties the league record for most goals in a single game (Feb. 24, Ottawa 3 at Montréal 6).

The six goals scored by Minnesota is a new team record, and the six goals allowed by Toronto is the most in team history.

Minnesota fifth round pick Dominique Petrie is tied for the league lead with three goals and became the first player to score a goal in each of her team’s first three games of the season. Her three-game goal streak ties the rookie record set by Lexie Adzija last season with Ottawa as part of a season-opening five-game point streak.

Frost second rounder Britta Curl-Salemme recorded her first two career PWHL goals, and third round pick Klára Hymlárová recorded her first career PWHL assist. First round pick Claire Thompson picked up her second career assist in her first game in her hometown.

Defenders Renata Fast (TOR) and Sophie Jaques (MIN) each extended their season-opening point streaks with their third assists in their third game.

Brooke Bryant (MIN) recorded two assists for the first multi-point game of her PWHL career. She scored one goal in 22 games last season.

Seven other PWHL returnees recorded their first points of the season including goals by Claire Butorac (MIN), Jesse Compher (TOR), Victoria Bach (TOR), and Daryl Watts (TOR), plus assists by Liz Schepers (MIN), Allie Munroe (MIN) and Jocelyne Larocque (TOR).

Minnesota sixth round pick Mae Batherson and seventh rounder Katy Knoll both made their PWHL debuts.

Toronto lost on home ice in a regular season game for the first time since Jan. 17 (3-2 vs. Boston), ending a 10-game winning streak.

The Sceptres allowed the first goal for a third consecutive game to open the campaign. Last season, they surrendered the first goal in each of their first four games. They went on to score first in 15 of their final 20.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League to host its inaugural Fantasy Camp

Taking place from Jan. 24-25, 2025, in Toronto, this exclusive camp will feature legendary hockey icons, elite PWHL athletes, and unforgettable on-and off-ice experiences.

During the two-day event, Fantasy Camp participants will hone their skills at Ford Performance Centre while playing alongside women’s hockey legends, including Olympic Gold Medalists and World Champions Tessa Bonhomme, Cassie Campbell-Pascall, and Jayna Hefford.

Friday, Jan. 24, participants will enjoy an exclusive meet-and-greet with the Toronto Sceptres’ players and coaching staff. Select PWHL coaching staff will lead a skills session, as well.

Saturday, Jan. 25, the legends will lead a second skills session followed by a game. After the morning skate, Fantasy Camp attendees will be guests at the Sceptres vs. New York Sirens game at Scotiabank Arena. A post-game exclusive All-Star After-Party will feature a Legends Panel, a live taping of the Jocks in Jills podcast, an awards ceremony, and a dinner with special guests. Each participant will receive their own jersey as part of the experience.

"Fantasy Camp is more than just hockey—it’s an opportunity to live the dream, connect with the PWHL community, and create lifelong memories," said Hefford, who also serves as PWHL Sr. Vice President of Hockey Operations. "We’re excited to bring this first-of-its-kind experience to women’s hockey and celebrate with our most passionate supporters."

The Fantasy Camp is open to women aged 18 and older, with packages and add-on opportunities now available at thepwhl.com/fantasycamp. Participants who register by Sunday, Dec. 8, at midnight ET will receive an early bird rate. Each participant will receive their own jersey as part of the experience. Additionally, an exclusive guest option is available, allowing participants to bring a guest who can watch them play, attend the Scotiabank Arena game, and join the post-game all-star party.

After a league-initiated review the PWHL Player Safety Committee, suspended Minnesota Frost defender Maggie Flaherty for two games.

The incident occurred at 17:59 of the second period in Minnesota’s game against Boston on Dec. 4. Flaherty was assessed a minor penalty for an illegal check to the head on Boston’s Alina Müller, following an automatic review by the on-ice officials and the PWHL Central Situation Room.

The Player Safety Committee has deemed this action to be unsafe and dangerous. Flaherty applied opposite directional force, extended her elbow high with no intention to play the puck, and made contact with the head of an opponent where such contact was avoidable. This is in violation of PWHL Rule 48.

The PWHL Player Safety Committee monitors all games and is responsible for providing independent review and recommendations on supplementary discipline. Chaired by Jayna Hefford, PWHL Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations, the committee also includes Cassie Campbell-Pascall, PWHL Special Advisor; Bill McCreary, a former NHL referee and Hockey Hall of Fame member; Mike Murphy, a long-time NHL executive and former VP of Hockey Operations; Matt McMahon, a member of the NHL’s Player Safety department.

PWHL 3 Stars of the Week

FIRST STAR – ALEX CARPENTER, F, NEW YORK SIRENS

Carpenter scored two goals – including the overtime winner – and recorded a career-high three points to lead the Sirens to a 4-3 season-opening road victory against the Minnesota Frost on Sunday. The alternate captain picked up the primary assist on Jessie Eldridge’s power play goal to put the Sirens on the board and found instant chemistry with first overall pick Sarah Fillier who set up both tallies. The performance was reminiscent of Carpenter’s inaugural season success where she tied for the league lead with 10 power play points and two overtime goals. The 30-year-old from North Reading, MA tied for second overall in the PWHL with 23 points (8G, 15A) in 24 games last season and received First Team All-Star honors in addition to being named a finalist for Forward of the Year and the Billie Jean King MVP award.

SECOND STAR – MARIE-PHILIP POULIN, F, MONTRÉAL VICTOIRE

Poulin scored the shootout-winning goal to lift the Victoire to a 4-3 triumph over the Ottawa Charge on home ice on Saturday. Her performance also included six shots on goal and 18 faceoff wins on 21 draws while centering the top line between Laura Stacey and Lina Ljungblom. The captain’s goal came in the fifth round of the shootout on her second attempt and secured Montréal’s first-ever shootout win. Last season, Poulin led the league with six shootout opportunities and converted once. The 33-year-old from Beauceville, QC tied for second overall in the PWHL with 23 points (10G, 13A) in 21 games last season and was named a First Team All-Star and finalist for Forward of the Year and Billie Jean King MVP honors alongside Carpenter.

THIRD STAR – ABBY BOREEN, F, MONTRÉAL VICTOIRE

Boreen scored a goal and an assist to tie a career-high two points in her Montréal debut on Saturday, helping the Victoire to a 4-3 shootout victory at home against Ottawa. Her goal was the Victoire’s first of the season and was scored at even strength in the second period with the team trailing 2-0. She picked up the secondary assist on rookie Jennifer Gardiner’s game-tying goal on the power play midway through the third period. Boreen was selected by the Victoire in the third round of the 2024 PWHL Draft and signed a three-year deal in October. The 24-year-old from Somerset, WI spent last season as a reserve player for the Minnesota Frost where she won the Walter Cup. She recorded five points (4G, 1A) in nine regular season games and one assist in five playoff games.

The ‘3 Stars of the Week’ are announced each Monday throughout the regular season and playoffs encompassing games from the previous Monday through Sunday. Points will be awarded to each selection and will help determine rankings at the end of the year.

First Star = 30 Points
Second Star = 20 Points
Third Star = 10 Points

PWHL ‘3 Stars of the Week’ Standings:

1. Alex Carpenter (NY) = 30 Points
2. Marie-Philip Poulin (MTL) = 20 Points
3. Abby Boreen (MTL) = 10 Points

The PWHL Season Two begins Nov. 30

The league will see all six teams debut brand-new jerseys and team identities, play at three new primary venues, and launch the PWHL Takeover Tour featuring nine neutral-site games. Additionally, with new corporate partners, the PWHL is expanding its reach both on and off the ice, along with continuing to offer fans everywhere a way to watch.

Overall, the PWHL’s 2024-25 season will feature 90 total games, with six teams playing 30 regular-season games each, marking a new era for women’s professional hockey.

PWHL 2024-25 Opening Weekend & Live Games:

The 2024-25 season puck drops Tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 30 with an action-packed opening weekend. The Toronto Sceptres will host the Boston Fleet at Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto at 2:00 p.m. ET while the Ottawa Charge takes on the Montréal Victoire at 5:00 p.m. ET at Place Bell in Laval, Quebec. To close out the weekend, the New York Sirens will head to St. Paul, Minnesota to face the reigning champion Minnesota Frost, who will raise a banner to commemorate their inaugural Walter Cup title at Xcel Energy Center at 6:00 p.m. ET.

PWHL Features Top Players Around the World:

Opening weekend rosters consist of 159 players representing nine different countries including Canada (75), the United States (62), Czechia (9), Sweden (5), Finland (3), Austria (2), France (1), Germany (1), and Switzerland (1). The 22 international players, up from 14 in the inaugural season, continues to elevate the league’s global presence. Additionally, the league will feature a fresh wave of talent with 48 new players including 35 who are turning pro from collegiate programs led by No. 1 draft pick Sarah Fillier of the New York Sirens.

Rule Innovations and Key Dates:

Earlier this month, new and updated rules and key dates were released. The PWHL became the first professional hockey league to implement a major penalty and game misconduct as a default penalty for all illegal checks to the head that occur during play. Additionally, the new No Escape rule requires players on a team that take a penalty, which leads to penalty time on the clock, to remain on the ice until after the face-off that resumes action. 

Leaguewide New Uniforms, Team Identities, and Season Two Campaign:

Earlier this month, the PWHL released new uniform designs for the six teams in partnership with Bauer, and this season, for the first time ever, fans will see these new jerseys and each team’s fresh identities in action in a landmark moment for the league.

The league also introduced its brand campaign “Here’s to the Bold” for Season Two, featuring a host of league veterans and rising stars. The campaign aims to elevate the players, showcasing their presence, impact and star power.

PWHL Takeover Tour and New Venues:

As the PWHL continues to expand its footprint, the PWHL announced the PWHL Takeover Tourt which is a series of nine neutral-site regular-season games across North America, with stops in Buffalo, Denver, Detroit, Edmonton, Québec City, Raleigh, St. Louis, Seattle, and Vancouver. This initiative will see all six teams participating, bringing the league’s world-class talent to new markets and further solidifying its place in the professional sports landscape.

Along with the Takeover Tour, this season three teams are moving to new primary venues, further elevating the fan experience. The New York Sirens will now call Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, their home rink. The Montréal Victoire will take the ice at Place Bell in Laval, Québec, while the Toronto Sceptres will play at Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto after both teams sold-out all their home playoff games at the venues.

PWHL Media House and Jocks in Jills:

With the goal of amplifying women’s hockey stories, the PWHL created the PWHL Media House which is a new media venture designed to expand the conversation around the sport and highlight women’s hockey players of all generations like never before. As part of this initiative, the league has acquired the Jocks in Jills podcast and brought co-hosts Tessa Bonhomme and Julia Tocheri in-house to play an integral role in the growth of the new media venture.

Corporate Partnerships Expand:

The PWHL continues to add corporate partners to its list of nearly 50 corporate partners across league and teams. Earlier this month, the league announced a multi-year partnership with Electronic Arts Inc., which will bring the players and teams into EA SPORTS™ NHL® 25. Earlier this week, the league announced Intact Insurance as its fifth Founding Partner.

Redesigned Website Presence including PWHL Shop:

The PWHL revamped its digital presence with the introduction of a redesigned website at thepwhl.com that features new team websites for fans to stay updated with the latest content. A redesigned shop.thepwhl.com provides fans an improved experience to shop for league and team gear.

“This is a significant moment for the league,” said Amy Scheer, PWHL Senior Vice President of Business Operations. “Season Two opens an exciting new chapter for the PWHL as we build on the success of our inaugural year. With new jerseys hitting the ice, three new primary venues in play, the launch of our Takeover Tour across North America, and more broadcast partners, the league is expanding its reach and delivering more opportunities for fans to connect with our incredible players and the game we love.”

“We spent the offseason focused on making enhancements that further highlight the unparalleled skill and speed of our athletes,” said Jayna Hefford, PWHL Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations. “With innovative rules, an increase in international talent, and expanded venues, Season Two marks an extraordinary step forward for the PWHL. We’re eager for even more fans to experience the competitiveness, passion, and energy that define this league.”

About the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) 

The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is a professional ice hockey league in North America comprised of six teams in Boston, Minnesota, Montréal, New York, Ottawa, and Toronto, each with rosters featuring the best women’s hockey players in the world. Launched on Jan. 1, 2024, the PWHL has broken multiple attendance records and holds the worldwide all-time record for a women’s hockey game. In 2024, the PWHL was recognized by Sports Business Journal as the Sports Breakthrough of the Year and received the top position in the first-ever Canadian edition of the Harris Poll, which ranks companies’ reputations. Visit thepwhl.com to purchase tickets and merchandise, and subscribe to the PWHL e-newsletter to receive the latest league updates. Follow the league on all social media platforms @thepwhlofficial.  

BOSTON FLEET ANNOUNCE 2024-25 ROSTER

The Boston Fleet announced its official roster to open the 2024-25 Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) season. The Fleet will hit the ice for the first time in Season Two on Saturday, Nov. 30 at 2:00 p.m. ET when they visit the Toronto Sceptres at Coca-Cola Coliseum.

“This past week we completed the final phase of roster additions with the conclusion of our training camp, welcoming back Amanda Pelkey to our roster and adding draft pick Shay Maloney, camp invite Klára Peslarová, and reserve players Jillian Dempsey, Kelly Babstock and Olivia Zafuto,” said Boston Fleet General Manager Danielle Marmer.

“Pelkey and Maloney add significant depth to our forward group. Amanda with her high IQ and ability to play up the lineup, and Shay as a reliable and relentless power forward. We’re also excited to add starting Czech goaltender Klára Peslarová to round out our goalie trio, giving us incredible depth in that position as well. Babstock, Dempsey, and Zafuto are three players who no doubt can step into our lineup and make an impact on any given night. These are all important adds in improving our roster for Season Two and I’m looking forward to seeing our team on the ice in the season opener against Toronto.”

Following pre-season Mini Camp, the Fleet signed Pelkey, Maloney and Peslarová to one-year Standard Player Agreements to complete its active roster.

Pelkey played in 23 games for Boston during the inaugural season, earning one goal and one assist during the regular season and recording two goals and one assist during the 2024 PWHL Playoffs. The 31-year-old from Montpelier, VT, recorded her first PWHL goal as the game winner against Montreal on Jan. 13, 2024, securing Boston’s first win in franchise history.

“I’m looking forward to building on our success from last season and seeing where Season Two takes us,” said Pelkey. “I’m most excited about being a part of this special group of people, players and staff. Competing as a new mom will also be a highlight for me this season.”

Maloney was selected by Boston in the sixth round, 34th overall, in the 2024 PWHL Draft. The 25-year-old from McHenry, IL, played four NCAA seasons at Brown University (2018-22) before playing in her graduate season at Quinnipiac University (2022). She spent last season with Leksands IF of the SDHL where she recorded 20 points in 39 games.

“Being in Boston means everything to me,” said Maloney. “I am so honored to be playing for such a great organization with so many great people! I can’t wait to get started and meet all the fans.”

Peslarová was invited to Boston’s training camp after playing in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League (SWHL) since 2018, most recently on Brynäs IF earning a .935 save percentage in 20 games (2023-24). In addition to her time in the SWHL, Peslarová has represented Czechia on the Olympic stage and in six IIHF Women’s World Championships, notably winning the country’s first bronze medal in 2022 as a Tournament All-Star.

“I am very grateful and honored to be part of the Boston Fleet,” said Peslarová. “I am looking forward to this season as member of PWHL. This is a big step and I am really excited.”

All three Fleet reserves have PWHL experience and are no strangers to Boston. Babstock suited up for 12 games with the team between the regular season and playoffs and had one assist, Dempsey recorded four points in 24 games last season with Montreal, and Zafuto played 13 games with New York where she contributed one assist. Prior to the PWHL, Dempsey and Zafuto were 2022-23 teammates on the PHF’s Boston Pride – a team Dempsey captained and won three Isobel Cup titles with over eight seasons.

Of the team’s 27 total players, 18 competed as members of PWHL Boston during the league’s inaugural season and 5 are PWHL rookies. Rookie defender Hadley Hartmetz, who signed a one-year deal with the team earlier this month, will begin the season on long-term injured reserve.

The Boston Fleet will host the Minnesota Frost on Dec. 4 at 7:00 p.m. ET for the home opener at the Tsongas Center.

2024-25 Boston Fleet Roster:  

^Denotes returning players 
*Denotes rookies 

Forwards (13):

Lexie Adzija ^
Hannah Bilka
Hannah Brandt ^
Loren Gabel ^
Taylor Girard ^
Hilary Knight ^
Shay Maloney
Alina Müller ^
Amanda Pelkey ^
Jamie Lee Rattray ^
Theresa Schafzahl ^
Sophie Shirley ^
Susanna Tapani ^

Defenders (7):

Sydney Bard *
Emily Brown ^

Jessica DiGirolamo ^

Emma Greco

Megan Keller ^

Sidney Morin ^

Daniela Pejšová *

Goaltenders (3):

Aerin Frankel ^

Klára Peslarová

Emma Söderberg ^

Reserves (3):
Kelly Babstock ^
Jill Dempsey
Olivia Zafuto

LTIR (1):
Hadley Hartmetz *

The New York Sirens announced its official roster to open the 2024-25 Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) season. The Sirens will hit the ice for the first time in Season Two on Sunday, Dec. 1 at 6:00 p.m. ET when they visit the Minnesota Frost at Xcel Energy Center.

“Our second chapter promises to be an exciting one for the New York Sirens,” said Sirens’ General Manager Pascal Daoust. “This lineup is defined not just by a blend of winning track records and experience, but also stands out for its leadership, versatility, and depth across all positions. Beyond a roster filled with talent and skill, this team is built to play every game with speed and physicality. We’re ready to compete at the highest level and count on the unparalleled support of our fans as we work together toward achieving our shared pride and goals of excellence."

Following pre-season Mini Camp, the Sirens signed six players to Standard Player Agreements to complete its active roster. Forwards Emmy Fecteau, Elle Hartje and Paetyn Levis were all signed to three-year contracts, and one-year deals were signed by forward Gabby Rosenthal and defenders Taylor Baker and Allyson Simpson. Simpson (3rd Rd / Colgate), Rosenthal (4th Rd / Ohio State), Hartje (5th Rd / Yale) and Fecteau (6th Rd / Concordia) were all selected by the Sirens in the 2024 PWHL Draft, while Levis (23 GP, 3 A) and Baker (22 GP) are returnees. The Sirens also signed returning forward Kayla Vespa (23 GP, 3 PTS) to a Reserve Player contract. Of the 24 total players, 16 competed as members of PWHL New York during the league’s inaugural season and 8 are PWHL rookies.

Fans can see the Sirens this season for the first time at Prudential Center on Wednesday, Dec. 18 against the Toronto Sceptres. Season Ticket Memberships, Half Season Ticket Packages, Mini Packs, and Single-Game Tickets are available online.

2024-25 New York Sirens Roster: 

^Denotes returning players
*Denotes rookies

Forwards (13): 

Chloé Aurard ^
Alex Carpenter ^
Jade Downie-Landry ^
Jessie Eldridge ^
Emmy Fecteau
Sarah Fillier
Élizabeth Giguère ^
Paetyn Levis ^
Elle Hartje
Abby Roque ^
Gabby Rosenthal
Jill Saulnier ^
Noora Tulus *

Defenders (7):

Taylor Baker ^
Jaime Bourbonnais ^
Brooke Hobson ^
Maja Nylén Persson
Ella Shelton ^
Allyson Simpson
Micah Zandee-Hart ^

Goaltenders (3): 

Abbey Levy ^
Kayle Osborne *
Corinne Schroeder ^

Reserves (1):

Kayla Vespa ^

The Toronto Sceptres announced its official roster to open the 2024-25 Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) season. The Sceptres will once again host the first game of the PWHL season as they welcome fans to their new primary home venue of Coca-Cola Coliseum on Saturday when they face-off against the Boston Fleet at 2:00 p.m. ET.

“We feel like we have added depth to our roster with our last few signings. Strong athletes who have the ability to impact our team identity on and off the ice,” shares General Manager Gina Kingsbury. “We are excited to see how the pieces to the puzzle come together this season.”

Following pre-season Mini Camp, the Sceptres signed five players to one-year Standard Player Agreements including a trio of its 2024 draft picks in defender Lauren Bernard (4th Rd) and forwards Noemi Neubauerová (5th Rd) and Anneke Rankila (6th Rd). Defender Rylind MacKinnon and returning forward Kaitlin Willoughby were also signed to complete the active roster.

Bernard comes from Ohio State University where last season she played in 39 games, contributing 23 points, 27 blocked shots and was a +47 en route to her second NCAA Championship. Neubauerová spent the 2023-24 season with Brynäs IF in the SDHL, notching 19 points in 36 regular season games. Prior to training camp, she played for EV Zug in Switzerland and helped the team capture the EWHL Euro Cup. Rankila (Linser) spent the 2023-24 season with Djurgårdens IF of the SDHL and amassed 31 points over 36 regular season games. MacKinnon comes from the University of British Columbia where she helped the Thunderbirds win three straight Canada West titles. In her final season, she appeared in 26 regular season games and scored 22 points. Willoughby returns to the Sceptres after appearing in 23 games last year, adding an assist and two penalty minutes.

The team also signed returning players Sam Cogan, Olivia Knowles and Jess Kondas to Reserve Player contracts. Cogan saw action in 23 games last season, potting two goals and receiving six penalty minutes. Knowles patrolled the blue line in 20 games, notching one assist and six penalty minutes. Kondas was on the reserve squad last season.

Of the team’s 28 total players, 18 competed as members of PWHL Toronto during the league’s inaugural season and eight are PWHL rookies.

Limited tickets are still available for the home opener. Saturday’s game will air across Canada on CBC and internationally on YouTube.

2024-25 Toronto Sceptres Roster:  

^Denotes returning players 
*Denotes rookies 

Forwards (14):

Victoria Bach ^
Jesse Compher ^
Maggie Connors ^
Izzy Daniel
Julia Gosling
Anneke Rankila
Emma Maltais ^
Hannah Miller ^
Noemi Neubauerová
Sarah Nurse ^
Blayre Turnbull ^
Daryl Watts
Emma Woods
Kaitlin Willoughby ^

Defenders (6):

Lauren Bernard
Renata Fast ^
Kali Flanagan ^
Rylind MacKinnon
Jocelyne Larocque ^
Allie Munroe ^

Goaltenders (3):

Kristen Campbell ^
Carly ‘CJ’ Jackson ^
Raygan Kirk *

Reserves (3): 

Sam Cogan, F ^
Jess Kondas, D ^
Olivia Knowles, D ^

LTIR (2):

Megan Carter, D *
Natalie Spooner, F ^

PWHL Releases Logos for Teams

Boston Fleet – ‘Fleet’ pays homage to Boston’s collective spirit and rich maritime history, representing the city’s unified strength and resilience. The logo combines the iconic letter ‘B’ in the team’s primary deep green color with an anchor, symbolizing Boston's identity and nautical heritage. The forward-leaning shape communicates momentum, reflecting the city's sporting legacy and the team's advancement on the ice.

Minnesota Frost - ‘Frost’ embodies the State of Hockey’s deep-rooted love for the ice— and the sport that has become a timeless tradition, bridging generations. The logo features a stylized letter ‘F’ in the team’s core purple with angular edges and sharp points, reminiscent of icicles, while the overall design conveys a sense of competitive intensity and fierceness.

Montréal Victoire - ‘Victoire’ embodies Montréal’s joyously competitive spirit, acting as inspiration for the city to climb to even greater sporting heights. Win or lose, ‘Victoire’ is a mindset, celebrating the city’s pursuit of achievement. The logo features wing-like shapes in the team’s signature deep burgundy color, subtly alluding to the Goddess of Victory and symbolizing strength and agility. A hidden ‘M’ within the wings pays homage to Greater Montréal. Additionally, a fleur-de-lis, a national symbol of Québec, is gracefully integrated and evokes the rich cultural history of the province and the city.

New York Sirens – ‘Sirens’ is an ode to New York City’s one-of-a-kind energy, pace and rhythm – embodying the City’s sounds and people. Sirens also speaks to the sweet sound of the goal horn after the puck goes into the net. The logo, dominated by the team’s vibrant teal, reflects the intensity of New York and evokes the gritty cityscape. The reverberating ‘S’ visually mimics sound waves, and the angular design of the 'NY' pays homage to New York's iconic architecture.

Ottawa Charge - ‘Charge’ pays tribute to Ottawa itself: from the city’s motto “Advance – Ottawa – En Avant”, nodding to its constant state of dynamic growth and forward progress as Canada’s Capital City. The logo, leading with the team’s core color red, features a monogram ‘O’ designed to convey a sense of energy and movement, signifying the team’s electrifying presence on the ice. The ‘O’ is crafted to resemble a spinning object brimming with electrical current, representing the power that the fans bring to every game. Spikes radiating from the back of the "O" emphasize forward momentum and the spirit of the city. A faceted cut in the front of the ‘O’ introduces a slight nod to the letter ‘C’, linking the design back to the team's name, ‘Charge’.

Toronto Sceptres - The “Sceptres” embody Toronto’s regal history and commanding presence, reflected in the moniker Queen City and iconic places like Queen Street—one of the city’s most culturally vibrant thoroughfares—connecting diverse neighborhoods and showcasing Toronto’s rich heritage. The ornamented Sceptre itself is a symbol of power and strength found in courts and palaces. Today, it will be wielded on the ice by Toronto’s hockey royalty. The color palette centers around a rich royal blue. The emblem combines the initials "T" and "S" to represent Toronto Sceptres, with the addition of a sceptre motif to evoke power, reflecting the team's identity and spirit. The beveled edges add a sense of depth and solidity, enhancing its regal quality and imbuing it with a tangible, prestigious feel, evoking the team’s name and image.

“The unveiling of these new team identities marks a significant milestone for the entire PWHL community,” said Amy Scheer, PWHL Senior Vice President of Business Operations. “Over the inaugural season, we rigorously developed the most authentic team brands for each city. The PWHL has united the professional women’s hockey community, and we are excited for these new identities to deepen the connection between the teams and their local communities. We want these to become symbols that our players and fans alike can rally behind as we move forward in this new chapter of our journey.”

“Our teams were so proud to represent their home markets last season, and as we launch Season Two, we're elevating that pride with new identities that truly embody the spirit of each club,” said Jayna Hefford, PWHL Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations. “These new names and logos capture the dynamic energy of our athletes and enhance our teams' presence in their cities, building a stronger foundation for the future of our league.”

The PWHL partnered with creative agency Flower Shop to develop the new team identities, which are inspired by the fans, players, and cities in which the teams play. The process was led by PWHL Vice President of Brand and Marketing, Kanan Bhatt-Shah.

Team gear and accessories are available now at The Official Shop of the PWHL. Each team's collection features the latest trending products, carefully curated based on fan feedback. This includes exclusive offerings from Royalty, the official provider of player off-ice gear, as well as a special collaboration with Peace Collective. Redesigned jerseys, created in collaboration with league partner Bauer, representing the new team identities will be unveiled closer to the start of the 2024-25 season.