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"@DigDeepBSB" in the land of Mordor.
One resource that collegiate and PWHL players should absolutely look into is Harrison and Rachel Browne's book "Let Us Play".
Perhaps this (and similar resources) is something that can be provided to players when they are drafted.
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Perhaps this (and similar resources) is something that can be provided to players when they are drafted.
www.theicegarden.com/let-us-play-...
Let Us Play: Harrison Browne, Rachel Browne Talk About Their New Book
On the eve of their book release, the Browne siblings joined TIG for a special podcast to talk trans rights in sport.
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December 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
One resource that collegiate and PWHL players should absolutely look into is Harrison and Rachel Browne's book "Let Us Play".
Perhaps this (and similar resources) is something that can be provided to players when they are drafted.
www.theicegarden.com/let-us-play-...
Perhaps this (and similar resources) is something that can be provided to players when they are drafted.
www.theicegarden.com/let-us-play-...
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The Toronto Sceptres' top offensive line of Daryl Watts, Emma Maltais & Natalie Spooner has already seen success this season.
Top Line in Tip-Top Shape for Toronto Sceptres
The Toronto Sceptres' top offensive line of Daryl Watts, Emma Maltais & Natalie Spooner has already seen success this season.
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December 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Toronto Sceptres' top offensive line of Daryl Watts, Emma Maltais & Natalie Spooner has already seen success this season.
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A check-in on Penn State's season at the holiday break. www.theicegarden.com/checking-in-...
Checking In on Penn State’s Season So Far
A check-in on Penn State's season at the holiday break.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
A check-in on Penn State's season at the holiday break. www.theicegarden.com/checking-in-...
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Claudia Castellanos is the first player from Spain in NCAA Division I history, and though her college career is just starting, her journey has been anything but typical. www.theicegarden.com/the-road-les...
The Road Less Traveled: Claudia Castellanos' Journey from Spain to Lindenwood University
Claudia Castellanos is the first player from Spain in NCAA Division I history, and though her college career is just starting, her journey has been anything but typical.
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December 9, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Claudia Castellanos is the first player from Spain in NCAA Division I history, and though her college career is just starting, her journey has been anything but typical. www.theicegarden.com/the-road-les...
We have published this feature on Claudia Castellanos in Spanish and English (a first at TIG). A massive thank you to Giselle and Dee for making this happen!
Claudia Castellanos es la primera Española jugando en la primera división de hockey sobre hielo universitario. Aunque su carrera universitaria apenas empieza, su viaje no ha sido nada típico.
El Camino Menos Viajado: Claudia Castellanos y su camino desde España a la universidad de Lindenwood
Claudia Castellanos es la primera Española jugando en la primera división de hockey sobre hielo universitario. Aunque su carrera universitaria apenas empieza, su viaje no ha sido nada típico.
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December 9, 2025 at 3:02 PM
We have published this feature on Claudia Castellanos in Spanish and English (a first at TIG). A massive thank you to Giselle and Dee for making this happen!
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"The biggest thing is that I still care about the game and I still feel it. I still love it, and that's what I want to do."
"Good Things Take Time." Shaiyena Côté's Journey Continues
"The biggest thing is that I still care about the game and I still feel it. I still love it, and that's what I want to do."
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December 7, 2025 at 5:01 PM
"The biggest thing is that I still care about the game and I still feel it. I still love it, and that's what I want to do."
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Lakers forward Nayeon Kim talks about women's hockey in Korea, her goals for the future, and much more.
Five Questions With Mercyhurst's Nayeon Kim
Lakers forward Nayeon Kim talks about women's hockey in Korea, her goals for the future, and much more.
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November 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Lakers forward Nayeon Kim talks about women's hockey in Korea, her goals for the future, and much more.
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It's Spotify Wrapped week in the PWHL Power Rankings.
2025-26 PWHL Power Rankings: Week 2 (11/28-12/04)
It's Spotify Wrapped week in the PWHL Power Rankings.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:04 PM
It's Spotify Wrapped week in the PWHL Power Rankings.
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For Toronto Sceptres defender Ella Shelton, it was a homecoming of sorts when she was unexpectedly traded from the New York Sirens during the 2025 PWHL draft.
Ella Shelton Back Home in Toronto
For Toronto Sceptres defender Ella Shelton, it was a homecoming of sorts when she was unexpectedly traded from the New York Sirens during the 2025 PWHL draft.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:02 PM
For Toronto Sceptres defender Ella Shelton, it was a homecoming of sorts when she was unexpectedly traded from the New York Sirens during the 2025 PWHL draft.
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Every morning, five minutes of women's sports news you need! Sign up for free now. @theixsports.bsky.social!
Happy Friday! The great @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social is here with your latest five-minute guide to women's sports every weekday, Women's Sports Daily! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dbg9x5RTQYb
Women's NCAA soccer college cup kicks off, Trinity Rodman's deal is rejected | Women's Sports Daily by Women's Sports Daily
(Dec. 5, 2025) Stephanie Kaloi walks you through what's going on with the NWSL and Trinity Rodman, an exciting basketball game in Louisville between the Cardinals and the South Carolina Gamecocks and ...
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December 5, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Every morning, five minutes of women's sports news you need! Sign up for free now. @theixsports.bsky.social!
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Minor lapses, major wins this month in the AHA.
AHA Monthly Recap: November 2025
Minor lapses, major wins this month in the AHA.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Minor lapses, major wins this month in the AHA.
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The entire 2026 IIHF Hall of Fame class will be inducted in May, in Zurich, Switzerland.
Florence Schelling, Cassie Campbell-Pascall to be Inducted to IIHF Hall of Fame
The entire 2026 IIHF Hall of Fame class will be inducted in May, in Zurich, Switzerland.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The entire 2026 IIHF Hall of Fame class will be inducted in May, in Zurich, Switzerland.
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What to make of the Sirens' up-and-down start to the 2025-26 season?
Four Games, Four Takeaways from the New York Sirens' Start
What to make of the Sirens' up-and-down start to the 2025-26 season?
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December 5, 2025 at 2:03 PM
What to make of the Sirens' up-and-down start to the 2025-26 season?
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Women's Sports Daily is back with @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social's first episode!
She discusses #WNBA CBA updates, #PWHL highlights and more in just five minutes.
She discusses #WNBA CBA updates, #PWHL highlights and more in just five minutes.
WNBA CBA negotiation updates | Women's Sports Daily
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December 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Women's Sports Daily is back with @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social's first episode!
She discusses #WNBA CBA updates, #PWHL highlights and more in just five minutes.
She discusses #WNBA CBA updates, #PWHL highlights and more in just five minutes.
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SEISMIC women's sports podcast news! Presenting Women's Sports Daily, podcast by @theixsports.bsky.social. Get the most important news in women's sports every morning, Mon-Fri, via @chelsealeite.bsky.social and @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social! SUBSCRIBE HERE open.spotify.com/show/4GNIwuV...
Introduction and holiday weekend highlights | Women's Sports Daily
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December 1, 2025 at 7:08 PM
SEISMIC women's sports podcast news! Presenting Women's Sports Daily, podcast by @theixsports.bsky.social. Get the most important news in women's sports every morning, Mon-Fri, via @chelsealeite.bsky.social and @stephaniekaloi.bsky.social! SUBSCRIBE HERE open.spotify.com/show/4GNIwuV...
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At long last, it's time for TIG's PWHL Power Rankings: The Threequel! www.theicegarden.com/2025-26-pwhl...
2025-26 PWHL Power Rankings: Week 1 (11/21-11/27)
At long last, it's time for TIG's PWHL Power Rankings: The Threequel!
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November 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
At long last, it's time for TIG's PWHL Power Rankings: The Threequel! www.theicegarden.com/2025-26-pwhl...
Hearing Alison Lukan on color commentary for the Seattle Torrent vs Minnesota Frost is amazing.
November 28, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Hearing Alison Lukan on color commentary for the Seattle Torrent vs Minnesota Frost is amazing.
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The finale to Crease Huddles Ep. 7 is here! Now with more predictions, more hot takes, and more ghost peppers to prepare you for the start of the 25/26 PWHL Season!
Crease Huddles Episode Seven, Part Two: More Predictions, More Hot Takes, & More Ghost Peppers
The finale to Crease Huddles Ep. 7 is here! Now with more predictions, more hot takes, and more ghost peppers to prepare you for the start of the 25/26 PWHL Season!
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November 24, 2025 at 2:02 PM
The finale to Crease Huddles Ep. 7 is here! Now with more predictions, more hot takes, and more ghost peppers to prepare you for the start of the 25/26 PWHL Season!
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The Toronto Sceptres opened the 2025-2026 PWHL season with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Frost on Friday night.
Five Thoughts from the Toronto Sceptres' Season Opener
The Toronto Sceptres opened the 2025-2026 PWHL season with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Frost on Friday night.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Toronto Sceptres opened the 2025-2026 PWHL season with a 2-1 win over the Minnesota Frost on Friday night.
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On this episode, LJ and guest Maya dive into Calgary's unique women's hockey heritage. Yahoo!
Purple Posts Episode 6: Calgary and the Wild West of Women’s Hockey
On this episode, LJ and guest Maya dive into Calgary's unique women's hockey heritage. Yahoo!
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November 25, 2025 at 2:03 PM
On this episode, LJ and guest Maya dive into Calgary's unique women's hockey heritage. Yahoo!
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Coming off a loud offseason, the Sirens are set to make even more noise in the PWHL's third year.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: New York Sirens
Coming off a loud offseason, the Sirens are set to make even more noise in the PWHL's third year.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Coming off a loud offseason, the Sirens are set to make even more noise in the PWHL's third year.
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A look around the league at players who are poised to rebound from their difficult 2025 seasons.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Six PWHL Players Set to Bounce Back in 2026
A look around the league at players who are poised to rebound from their difficult 2025 seasons.
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November 21, 2025 at 7:01 PM
A look around the league at players who are poised to rebound from their difficult 2025 seasons.
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Ottawa’s core returns, but the path back to the playoffs won’t be easy.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Ottawa Charge
Ottawa’s core returns, but the path back to the playoffs won’t be easy.
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November 21, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Ottawa’s core returns, but the path back to the playoffs won’t be easy.
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Will the new-look Montréal Victoire have what they need to reach their first Walter Cup Final?
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Montréal Victoire
Will the new-look Montréal Victoire have what they need to reach their first Walter Cup Final?
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November 22, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Will the new-look Montréal Victoire have what they need to reach their first Walter Cup Final?
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After a tumultuous offseason, the new-look Fleet are ready to hit the ice for the 2025-26 season.
2025-26 PWHL Season Preview: Boston Fleet
After a tumultuous offseason, the new-look Fleet are ready to hit the ice for the 2025-26 season.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
After a tumultuous offseason, the new-look Fleet are ready to hit the ice for the 2025-26 season.