In one of the most surprising moments of the 2016-17 women???s ice hockey season, Hayley Wickenheiser announced her retirement. Considering that Wickenheiser hinted at the possibility of competing in the 2018 Winter Games, which would have been the sixth of her career, the decision to hang up her … [Read more...]
Calgary Inferno capture first Clarkson Cup in franchise history
Regarded as one of the most prestigious championships in Canadian women???s ice hockey, the eighth annual Clarkson Cup was one defined by many unique firsts. From the outset, it marked the first time that the Cup was contested in an NHL arena. Hosted at Ottawa???s Canadian Tire Centre, home of the … [Read more...]
Ice hockey heroes shine at second CWHL All-Star Game in Toronto
In a weekend that saw both the CWHL and the NWHL host All-Star Games, things began on January 23 at Toronto???s Air Canada Centre. Beginning with a ceremonial puck drop that involved all five of the league???s general managers, Team White, led by captain Natalie Spooner, and Team Black, which … [Read more...]
Brianne Jenner headlines impressive Calgary Inferno draft class
After an offensive renaissance that made the 2014-15 season the greatest in Calgary Inferno history, the acquisition of Brianne Jenner adds to the promise of an even greater season ahead. Selected in the first round, fourth overall in the 2015 CWHL Draft, Jenner holds the potential to become the … [Read more...]